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Hiraeth Experimental Rules - Hiraeth Ancestry System

This playtest document presents a new experimental system for character ancestry in our version of fifth edition Dungeons & Dragons in HAG. These game mechanics are in draft form and are a second iteration after a first round 7 months ago. These rules aren’t officially part of the game yet and are presented for you to try out and provide feedback on.

Our goal with this system is to offer greater flexibility and customization in representing a character's heritage, allowing players to mix, match, and define their ancestral abilities in new ways.

In this system, your character's ancestry represents their lineage and innate capabilities. Instead of selecting a single race with a fixed set of traits, you'll use Ancestry Points (AP) to purchase Ancestry Traits, drawing from one chosen ancestries (like Human, Elf, Dwarf, etc.) or two if you choose from one of the two half race options.

Ancestry Traits

Ancestry Traits are the building blocks of this system. They represent specific physiological features, aptitudes, or cultural legacies tied to an ancestry. Think of them as modular components you can select to build the character you envision.

Ancestry Points (AP)

You begin character creation with a pool of Ancestry Points to "buy" Ancestry Traits. Most traits have a cost (typically 1 to 3 AP), reflecting their mechanical impact. Some traits cost 0 AP (Minor Traits) or have a negative AP cost (Negative Traits), representing drawbacks that grant you more points to spend on other traits.

Gaining Ancestry Points

You start out with 5 AP.  There are no mechanisms to gaining more unless a "life event" happens such as getting old.

PC Stats

All races have stat plusses and minuses assigned to them, you can use those stats or allocate a single +1 stat.

Universal Flaws

Select up to 3 overall.

  • 2 Flaws: You do not start with Inspiration.
  • 3 Flaws: Rolling a Natural 1 counts as a Critical Failure (Double Fail).
  • 4+ Flaws: Disadvantage on Death Saving Throws.
  • Beacon of Aggression (+1): 1st Round of combat, enemies have Advantage on attacks vs you.
  • Elemental Vulnerability (+2): Vulnerable (2x Dmg) to Fire, Cold, or Lightning.
  • Glass Jaw (+1): Taking a Critical Hit = Stunned until the end of your next turn.
  • Gold-Cursed (+1): Cannot visually identify value (gold looks like lead to you).
  • Gullible (+1): Disadvantage on Insight checks vs Lies.
  • Lead-Footed (+2): Disadvantage on Dex Saves/Checks; cannot take the Dash action.
  • Light Sensitivity (+1): Disadvantage on Attack/Perception in direct sunlight.
  • Mana-Sensitive (+1): Disadvantage on Spell Saves; Resistance to Spell Damage.
  • Oath of Pacifism (+2): Dealing lethal damage causes you to gain 1 level of Exhaustion.
  • Weak Constitution (+1): -1 HP per Level.

Races

AASIMAR

Aasimar descend from mortals infused with divine power during the recent celestial conflict between Pythia and Malchor. As stars fell from the sky where they passed, their divine heritage manifests through glowing birthmarks and a symbol of celestial virtue appearing during moments of divine expression.

Base Traits: Medium Size, 30ft Speed, +1 Dex, +1 Cha, -1 Con. 

Free: Healing Hands (Action: Touch heal HP = Lvl+Con+Prof | 1/LR).

Default Packages (5 AP)

  • Fallen (Crowd Control): Wings of Grace (1), Rev: Necrotic Shroud (1), Celestial Grace (2), Truth Seeker (1).
  • Guardian (Tank): Wings of Grace (1), Rev: Lunar Shield (1), Seraphic Endurance (1), Virtue of Mercy (1), Aura of Warmth (1).
  • Seraphim (Radiant DPS): Wings of Grace (1), Rev: Solar Flare (1), Celestial Resistance (2), Lightbearer (1).
  • Stormbringer (Mobile Striker): Wings of Grace (1), Rev: Storm Fury (1), Divine Ward (2), Holy Fire (1).

Core Traits

  • Wings of Grace (1 AP): Permanent Fly Speed 30ft.
  • Celestial Revelation (1 AP): (Subrace) (Prof Mod)/Long Rest, Bonus Action, 1 Minute Duration. Choose ONE option below. Note: While Transformed, you gain Resistance to the Primary Type and Vulnerability to the Weakness Type.
    • Dawn's Light: Emit Soft Light (20ft). Allies starting turn in light heal HP equal to your Proficiency Bonus. [Res: Radiant / Vuln: Necrotic]
    • Earthen Guard: Skin takes on a bark-like texture. Gain Resistance to Poison and +1 to AC when unarmored. [Res: Poison / Vuln: Fire]
    • Lunar Shield: On Transform: Gain Temp HP (Lvl+Prof). Enemies in 10ft have Disadvantage on Attacks vs You. [Res: Force / Vuln: Psychic]
    • Necrotic Shroud: On Transform: 10ft AoE Fear (Cha Save). Your eyes turn into voids. Hit: +Prof Necrotic Dmg per attack. [Res: Necrotic / Vuln: Radiant]
    • Radiant Consumption (Devour): Cost: You must expend 1 Hit Die to activate this. Emit Searing Light (10ft). End Turn: You and all creatures in range take Radiant Dmg equal to your Level (no save). Hit: +2x Prof Radiant Dmg 1/turn. [Res: Radiant / Vuln: Necrotic]
    • Radiant Soul (Classic): Gain Fly Speed (or +20ft if you have wings). Hit: +Prof Radiant Dmg per attack made. [Res: Radiant / Vuln: Necrotic]
    • Solar Flare (Lathander): Emit Blinding Sunlight (30ft). Enemies ending their turn in the light take Fire damage equal to your Prof Mod. [Res: Fire / Vuln: Cold]
    • Starfall (Shar): Create a 15ft radius of Magical Darkness centered on you (you can see through it). Enemies in the darkness move at half speed. [Res: Cold / Vuln: Radiant]
    • Storm Fury (Thor): You crackle with energy. Once per round, when you damage a target, you can push them 10ft. Hit: +Prof Lightning Dmg per attack. [Res: Lightning / Vuln: Acid]
    • Twilight Veil (Dusk): You become blurred and indistinct. You have Advantage on Stealth checks and Attackers have Disadvantage to hit you if they are further than 10ft away. [Res: Psychic / Vuln: Fire]

Expanded Traits

  • Angelic Language (1 AP): Speak Celestial; understood by any creature with a language.
  • Aura of Warmth (1 AP): Allies in 10ft have Advantage vs Cold/Fear saves.
  • Beacon of Hope (1 AP): Reaction: Ally rerolls failed Save. 1/LR.
  • Celestial Grace (1 AP): Advantage vs Charm/Frightened.
  • Celestial Resistance (2 AP): Permanent Resistance to Radiant and Necrotic.
  • Celestial Sight (3 AP): Darkvision 60ft.
  • Celestial Tongue (1 AP): Speak Celestial. Adv on History/Religion regarding Divine.
  • Divine Guide (1 AP): Know Guidance cantrip.
  • Divine Presence (1 AP): Advantage on Social checks vs religious folk.
  • Divine Ward (2 AP): Reaction: Grant Resistance to an ally against 1 attack.
  • Guardian Spirit (2 AP): You remain mentally alert while asleep. Cannot be surprised.
  • Holy Fire (1 AP): Weapon attacks deal +1 Radiant damage.
  • Incorruptible (1 AP): Immune to Disease and Adv on saves related to corruption.
  • Lightbearer (1 AP): You glow (5ft). Undead/Fiends have Disadvantage on attacks vs you.
  • Luminous Recovery (1 AP): Gain Temp HP (Lvl+Con) when healed by magic.
  • Merciful Dealer (1 AP): You can deal non-lethal damage with Spells and Ranged attacks.
  • Radiant Pulse (1 AP): 1/Combat: If you are reduced to 0 HP, You can use a reaction to heal 2 x Prof Mod in HP to allies in 20ft 1/SR.
  • Sacred Legacy (1 AP): Cast one 1st-level Cleric/Paladin spell 1/LR (Cha based).
  • Seraphic Endurance (1 AP): Adv vs Exhaustion. Remove 1 Exhaustion on Short Rest.
  • Truth Seeker (1 AP): Detect lies (Insight check vs DC 15 identifies lie automatically).
  • Virtue of Mercy (1 AP): Stabilizing (Action) a creature heals them HP = Prof + 1/2 Level.
  • Virtuous Symbol (0 AP): Golden birthmarks glow when casting (Flavor).

Negative Traits (The Price of Divinity)

  • Burden of Legacy (+1): Your birthmarks glow/hum. Disadvantage on Stealth.
  • Divine Expectation (+1): Disadv on rolls to defy authority/tradition.
  • Overwhelming Radiance (+1): Cannot take Hide action (unless Invisible).
  • Marked by Destiny (+1): Disadvantage on your first Death Save each session.
  • Celestial Isolation (+1): Disadvantage on Social checks vs Commoners/Non-Religious.
  • Heaven's Burden (+1): Long Rest requires 8 hours of sleep (trance/Sentinel/etc does not work).

DRACONIC ANCESTRY TABLE

This table is used by both Dragonborn and Kobolds. You must select ONE lineage. You cannot mix types.

The Chromatic Family

Lineage

Damage Type

Breath Shape

Black

Acid

Line (5ft x 30ft)

Blue

Lightning

Line (5ft x 30ft)

Green

Poison

Cone (15ft)

Red

Fire

Cone (15ft)

White

Cold

Cone (15ft)

Brown

Acid

Line (5ft x 30ft)

Gray

Acid

Cone (15ft)

Purple

Psychic

Cone (15ft)

Yellow

Lightning

Line (5ft x 30ft)
The Metallic Family

Lineage

Damage Type

Breath Shape

Brass

Fire

Line (5ft x 30ft)

Bronze

Lightning

Line (5ft x 30ft)

Copper

Acid

Line (5ft x 30ft)

Gold

Fire

Cone (15ft)

Silver

Cold

Cone (15ft)

Platinum

Radiant

Cone (15ft)

Mercury

Poison

Line (5ft x 30ft)

Lead

Necrotic

Cone (15ft)

Electrum

Lightning

Line (5ft x 30ft)
The Ferrous Family
Linage Damage Type Breath Shape

Iron

 Lightning  Cone (15ft)

Chrome

 Cold Line (5ft x 30ft)
Cobalt Force Line (5ft x 30ft)
Tungsten Fire Cone (15ft)
Nickel Acid Cone (15ft)
Steel Poison Cube (10ft)
The Gem Family

Lineage

Damage Type

Breath Shape

Amethyst

Force

Cone (15ft)

Crystal

Radiant

Cone (15ft)

Emerald

Psychic

Cone (15ft)

Sapphire

Thunder

Cone (15ft)

Topaz

Necrotic

Cone (15ft)

Obsidian

Fire

Cone (15ft)

Diamond

Radiant

Line (5ft x 30ft)

Moonstone

Radiant

Cone (15ft)

Ruby

Fire

Line (5ft x 30ft)
The Esoteric Family

Lineage

Damage Type

Breath Shape

Deep

Psychic

Cone (15ft)

Shadow

Necrotic

Cone (15ft)

Mist

Cold

Cone (15ft)

Cloud

Thunder

Cone (15ft)

Faerie

Radiant

Cone (15ft)

DRAGONBORN

Base Traits: Medium Size, 30ft Speed, +1 Str/Cha, -1 Con.

Mandatory Core Trait

  • Draconic Ancestry (0 AP): Choose your lineage from the Master Draconic Ancestry Table. This determines your Damage Type and Breath Shape.

Default Packages (5 AP)

  • Chromatic Conqueror (Aggressive): Breath Weapon (2), Draconic Resistance (2), Intimidating Prowess (1).
  • Metallic Guardian (Defensive): Breath Weapon (2), Scale Hardening (2), Draconic Protection (1).
  • Gem Mystic (Psionic): Breath Weapon (2), Psionic Mind (1), Gem Flight (2).
  • Ferrous Juggernaut (Tank): Breath Weapon (2), Natural Armor (1), Heavy Plating (1), Siege Monster (1).
  • Wyrm-Lord (Commander): Frightful Presence (3), Kobold Commander (1), Ancient Wisdom (1).

Expanded Traits (Build Your Own)

  • Breath Weapon (2 AP): Action: Exhale destructive energy (Damage Type). 2d10 Damage (scales w/ level). Dex or Con Save for half. Uses = Proficiency Bonus/Long Rest.
  • Draconic Resistance (2 AP): Permanent Resistance to your Ancestry's Damage Type.
  • Element Eater (2 AP): Reaction: When you take damage of your Ancestry Type, take 0 damage and heal HP equal to your Con mod. 1/Long Rest.
  • Elemental Aura (2 AP): Bonus Action: Surround yourself in energy for 1 minute. Enemies starting their turn within 5ft take 1d4 damage (Ancestry Type). 1/Long Rest.
  • Concussive Breath (1 AP): Your Breath Weapon pushes failed save targets 10ft away.
  • Lingering Breath (1 AP): Your Breath Weapon leaves a hazard for 1 round. Creatures entering the area take 1d6 damage.
  • Second Breath (1 AP): You regain one use of your Breath Weapon on a Short Rest.
  • Dying Breath (1 AP): Reaction: If reduced to 0 HP, immediately use your Breath Weapon (if available) before falling unconscious.

  • Draconic Flight (2 AP): You sprout wings. Gain Fly Speed 30ft (Cannot wear Heavy

    Armor).

  • Gem Flight (2 AP): (Gem) You hover using telekinesis. Fly Speed 30ft (Hover).

  • Scale Hardening (2 AP): Reaction: Harden your scales against one attack, gaining +3 AC.

  • Natural Armor (1 AP): Your scales are thick. AC = 13 + Dex Modifier (when not wearing heavy armor).

  • Heavy Plating (1 AP): (Ferrous/Metallic) You count as wearing Heavy Armor for the purpose of class features, but do not suffer penalties for sleeping in it. +1 AC.

  • Draconic Vitality (2 AP): Your HP maximum increases by +2 per Level.

  • Sharp Claws (1 AP): Climb Speed 20ft. Unarmed strikes deal 1d6 Slashing damage.

  • Tail Lash (1 AP): Bonus Action Attack: Reach 10ft, 1d6 Bludgeoning damage.

  • Siege Monster (1 AP): (Ferrous) Your attacks deal double damage to objects and structures.

  • Hoard Sense (1 AP): You can smell gold and gems within 100ft. Advantage on Investigation checks to find loot.

  • Ancient Wisdom (1 AP): Proficiency in History. Advantage on checks recalling lore about dragons.

  • Psionic Mind (1 AP): (Gem) You have Telepathy 30ft.

  • Intimidating Prowess (1 AP): You can use Strength instead of Charisma for Intimidation checks. Proficiency in Intimidation.

  • Draconic Diplomat (1 AP): Advantage on Persuasion checks when dealing with Dragons or Kobolds.

  • Kobold Commander (1 AP): Kobolds naturally view you as a superior leader and will follow non-suicidal commands.

  • Frightful Presence (3 AP): Action: Each enemy within 30ft must make a Wis Save or be Frightened for 1 minute. Save ends at end of turn. 1/Short Rest.

  • Dragon Lord (3 AP): When you reduce a creature to 0 HP, you gain Temporary HP equal to your Level + Cha Mod.

  • Energy Immunity (3 AP): Action: You become Immune to your Ancestry Damage Type for 1 round. 1/Long Rest.
  • Gem Facet (3 AP): (Gem) You can cast Misty Step and Detect Thoughts 1/Long Rest.

Negative Traits (Draconic Flaws)

  • Hoard Mania (+1): You have Disadvantage on Wisdom Saves to resist stealing or keeping gold/gems you find.
  • Cold Blooded (+1): Disadvantage on Initiative rolls. You become lethargic in extreme cold (unless White/Silver).
  • Arrogant (+1): Disadvantage on Insight checks (you assume you are the superior being).
  • Rust Susceptibility (+1): (Ferrous) You take double damage from Rust Monsters or acid damage caused by corrosion spells.
  • Elemental Vulnerability (+2): (Universal) You are Vulnerable to the opposite element.

DWARF

Base Traits: Medium Size, 25ft Speed, +1 Con/Str, -1 Cha.

Vision: No Darkvision. Replaced by Seismic Sense (or standard vision if Seismic Sense is not taken).

Default Packages (5 AP)

  • Ossurian New Guard (The Anvilwrights): Imperial Drill (2), Blackpowder Training (1), Soot-Lung (1), Mass Production (1).
  • Ossurian Old Guard (The Traditionalists): Ancestral Whisper (1), Grave-Warden (2), Oathbound (2).
  • Ironbash: Iron Stomach (1), Thick-Skinned (1), Dwarven Combat (1), Stubborn (2).
  • Auroran: Mind of Iron (1), Deep Delver (2), Psionic Resilience (2).
  • Mountain: Mountaineer (2), Stormborn (1), Armor Training (2).
  • Hill: Tough (1), Mercantile Mindset (2), Ale Connoisseur (1), Friendly Rivalry (1).
  • Cave (Stealth): Seismic Sense (3), Stone Camouflage (1), Tunnel Fighter (1).
  • Magma (Crafting): Forge Fire (1), Lavawalking (2), Forgemaster's Guild (2).

Expanded Traits (Build Your Own)

  • Seismic Sense (3 AP): (Cave/Universal) You have Tremorsense with a range of 50 feet. You can pinpoint the origin of vibrations within range, provided that you and the source are touching the same surface. You cannot detect flying or incorporeal creatures.
  • Stonecunning (1 AP): (Universal) Double Proficiency on History checks related to stonework. Advantage on Investigation checks to find secret stone doors.
  • Mineral Scent (1 AP): (Universal) You can smell gold, gems, and refined metal within 30ft.
  • Tunnel Vision (1 AP): (Cave/Universal) You gain Darkvision 30ft, but have Disadvantage on Perception checks to see things more than 60ft away.
  • Imperial Drill (2 AP): (New Guard) Trained with the Beccin Empire. Proficiency in Light/Medium Armor and Athletics. You can march for 12 hours without checking for Exhaustion.
  • Blackpowder Training (1 AP): (New Guard) Proficiency with Firearms and Crossbows. You can ignore the "Loading" property of these weapons.
  • Soot-Lung (1 AP): (New Guard) Adapted to the smog of Dûr-Gromthal. Advantage on Saves against poison gas, inhaled toxins, and spells like Cloudkill.
  • Mass Production (1 AP): (New Guard) You craft non-magical metal items in 1/4th the normal time and magical in 1/2 the time.
  • Imperial Arsenal (1 AP): (New Guard) Proficiency with Firearms (or Crossbows) and Smith's Tools.
  • Clockwork Heart (2 AP): (New Guard) You are partly artificial. You have Advantage on Death Saving Throws and do not need to eat or breathe (though you must still rest).
  • Ancestral Whisper (1 AP): (Old Guard) The spirits guide you. 1/Short Rest: Roll 1d4 and add it to a Skill Check or Saving Throw.
  • Grave-Warden (2 AP): (Old Guard) Resistance to Necrotic damage. Undead have Disadvantage on attacks against you.
  • Oathbound (2 AP): (Old Guard) Advantage on Wisdom Saving Throws. Immune to being Charmed while you are conscious.
  • Bone-Carver (1 AP): (Old Guard) Proficiency with Artisan's Tools (Bone). Weapons you craft from bone count as magical for overcoming resistance.
  • Tough (1 AP): (Universal) +1d4 Hit Point per Level.
  • Iron Stomach (1 AP): (Universal) Advantage on Saving Throws against Poison and Disease. Resistance to Poison damage.
  • Thick-Skinned (1 AP): (Universal) Your skin is tough as hide. When you aren't wearing armor, your AC equals 12 + Dexterity modifier + Constitution modifier (Max +2 from Con). (Or just Natural Armor 13+Dex).
  • Stubborn (2 AP): (Universal) Advantage on Saving Throws against being Charmed,
  • Psionic Resilience (2 AP): (Auroran Only) Resistance to Psychic damage.

  • Reactive Skin (2 AP): (Universal) Reaction: When you take non-magical damage, you

    gain Resistance to that damage type until the start of your next turn. 1/Long Rest.

  • Dwarven Combat (1 AP): (Universal) Proficiency with Battleaxes, Handaxes, Light Hammers, and Warhammers.

  • Armor Training (2 AP): (Universal) Proficiency with Light and Medium Armor. (Or Heavy if you already have Medium).

  • Tunnel Fighter (1 AP): (Universal) Creatures do not get Advantage on attacks against you as a result of flanking/Pack Tactics while you are adjacent to a wall.

  • Stormborn (1 AP): (Mountain Only) Resistance to Thunder or Lightning damage.

  • Ancestral Guardian (2 AP): (Old Guard/Universal) 1/Long Rest: Cast Spiritual Weapon (appears as a floating ancestor/weapon).

  • Grudgebearer (1 AP): (Universal) 1/Short Rest: As a Bonus Action, vow enmity against an enemy. You have Advantage on Attack rolls against them for 1 minute.

  • Mountaineer (2 AP): (Mountain Only) Climb Speed 25ft. You ignore difficult terrain caused by rubble or steep slopes.

  • Lavawalking (2 AP): (Magma Only) Resistance to Fire damage. You can walk on cooled lava without taking damage.

  • Forge Fire (1 AP): (Magma Only) Your touch can heat metal. Your melee weapon attacks deal +1 Fire damage.

  • Forgemaster's Guild (2 AP): (Magma/New Guard) Proficiency in Smith's Tools. You can craft metal items in half the normal time.

  • Deep Delver (2 AP): (Auroran Only) Advantage on Saving Throws against spells and effects created by Aberrations. You know Deep Speech.

  • Mind of Iron (1 AP): (Auroran Only) You can communicate telepathically with any creature you can see within 30ft.

  • Stone Melding (2 AP): (Universal) 1/Long Rest: You can cast Meld into Stone.

  • Rune Carver (2 AP): (Universal) You can scribe a rune onto a weapon or armor. It becomes magical (+0) and glows 10ft.

  • Ale Connoisseur (1 AP): (Hill Only) Advantage on Constitution checks to handle

    alcohol. Proficiency with Brewer's Supplies.

  • Mercantile Mindset (2 AP): (Hill Only) Proficiency in Insight and Persuasion.

  • Friendly Rivalry (1 AP): (Hill Only) When an ally within 30ft crits, you gain Advantage on your next attack roll.

Negative Traits (Dwarven Flaws) Counts as Universal Flaws (+1 AP each).

  • Agoraphobia (+1): You are uneasy in open skies. Disadvantage on Wisdom Saves when you cannot see a ceiling/roof.

  • Sinking Stone (+1): You cannot swim. You sink in water and have Disadvantage on Athletics checks to stay afloat.

  • Grudge-Bound (+1): If an enemy harms you, you must make a Wis Save to attack a different enemy.

  • Oathbound (+1): If you give your word/make a promise, you physically cannot break it without taking 1 level of Exhaustion.

  • Soul-Stained (+1): (New Guard) Traditional healing magic is less effective on you. When you regain HP from a spell, reduce the amount by your Level.

  • Traditionalist (+1): (Old Guard) You refuse to use technology (firearms/complex

    machines). Disadvantage on checks to use them.

    Gold Fever (+1): Disadvantage on Insight/Perception if gold is visible, as you are

    distracted by greed.

     

ELF

Base Traits: Medium Size, 30ft Speed, +1 Int/Wis, +1 Dex, -1 Str.

Free Minor Trait: Trance (Long Rest takes 4 hours; Magic cannot put you to sleep).

Default Packages (5 AP) Select one Legacy or build your own.

  • Wood Elf (Forest/Scout): Fleet of Foot (2), Mask of the Wild (2), Elf Weapon Training (1).
  • Sun Elf (Tropical/High): Sun-Blade (2), Cantrip (1), Tropical Resilience (2).
  • Moon Elf (Lunar/Winged): Moonlight Wings (2), Moon Magic (1), Low-Light Vision (1), Meditative Focus (1).
  • Sea Elf (Aquatic): Child of the Sea (2), Aquatic Combat (2), Friend of the Deep (1).
  • Snow Elf (Arctic): Winter's Child (2), Snow Stride (1), Resilient Senses (2).
  • High Drow (Noble/Magic): Drow High Magic (3), Superior Darkvision (2). (Usually takes Sunlight Sensitivity Flaw).
  • Low Drow (Scout/Rogue): Drow Scout Magic (1), Poisoner (1), Shadow Stealth (2), Superior Darkvision (2). (Takes Flaw).
  • Deep Drow (Falmer/Feral): Grimlock Sight (2), EcholocationTunneling (2), Skittering Climb (1).

Expanded Traits (Build Your Own)

Movement & Environment

  • Fleet of Foot (2 AP): (Universal) Movement Speed increases by 10ft (to 40ft).
  • Moonlight Wings (2 AP): (Moon Elf Only) Gain Fly Speed 30ft (No Heavy armor).
  • Child of the Sea (2 AP): (Sea Elf Only) Swim Speed 30ft. Can breathe air and water.
  • Snow Stride (1 AP): (Snow Elf Only) Ignore difficult terrain caused by snow or ice.
  • Forest Dweller (1 AP): (Wood Elf Only) Climb Speed 30ft.
  • Canopy Stride (2 AP): (Wood Elf Only) You have Advantage on Acrobatics checks while in trees or high places. You are not slowed by non-magical plant growth.
  • Ice Skater (1 AP): (Snow Elf Only) You can Dash as a Bonus Action if you are on ice or snow.

  • Web Walker (1 AP): (Drow Only) You ignore movement restrictions caused by webbing.

  • Mask of the Wild (2 AP): (Wood Elf Only) You can attempt to Hide even when only lightly obscured by natural phenomena (rain, leaves, mist).

  • Skittering Climb (1 AP): (Deep Drow Only) You can climb difficult surfaces, including upside down on ceilings, without needing to make an ability check.

  • Tropical Resilience (2 AP): (Sun Elf Only) Resistance to Fire damage. Advantage vs Extreme Heat.

  • Winter's Child (2 AP): (Snow Elf Only) Resistance to Cold damage. Advantage vs Extreme Cold.

Senses & Vision

  • Superior Darkvision (2 AP): (Drow Only) See in Dim/Dark 120ft. Can see thermal vision.
  • Grimlock Sight (2 AP): (Deep Drow Only) You are Blind beyond 5ft, but have Blindsight 60ft. You are immune to the Blinded condition from visual sources.
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  • They also gain Echolocation (2 AP): (Deep Drow Only) You can perceive your surroundings perfectly within 60ft as long as you can hear. You cannot use this if Deafened.
  • Tunneling (2 AP):  Can dig through earth at 15ft movement speed. Takes an action to start tunneling.  Can move though tunnels already made at normal speed.
  • Resilient Senses (2 AP): (Snow/Sea Elf Only) You can see through heavy precipitation (including sand or snowstorms) without penalty. Advantage on Saves vs Blindness.
  • Starlight Vision (1 AP): (Moon/Sun Elf Only) You treat non-magical darkness as Bright Light if you can see the stars or sun.
  • Keen Senses (1 AP): (Universal) Proficiency in Perception.
  • Echo Sense (1 AP): (Universal) You can hear through thin walls (1ft thick). Advantage on Perception (Hearing).
  • Low-Light Vision (1 AP): (Universal) You treat Dim Light as Bright Light, but Darkness is still Darkness.
  • Drow High Magic (3 AP): (High Drow Only) Know Dancing Lights. Cast Faerie Fire and Darkness 1/LR. (Cha based).
  • Drow Scout Magic (1 AP): (Low Drow Only) Know Dancing Lights. Cast Faerie Fire 1/LR.
  • Moon Magic (1 AP): (Moon Elf Only) Know Minor Illusion or Light. Cast Sleep 1/LR.
  • Sun Cantrip (1 AP): (Sun Elf Only) Know one Wizard Cantrip (Int based).
  • Tidal Caller (2 AP): (Sea Elf Only) You know the Shape Water cantrip. You can cast Create or Destroy Water 1/LR.
  • Web Spinner (2 AP): (Drow Only) You can cast Web 1/Long Rest.
  • Lunar Guidance (1 AP): (Moon Elf Only) You know the Guidance cantrip, but it appears as silvery moonlight.
  • Nature's Veil (2 AP): (Wood Elf Only) You can cast Pass Without Trace 1/Long Rest.
  • Solar Flare (2 AP): (Sun Elf Only) Reaction: When attacked, you can emit a blinding flash. The attacker has Disadvantage on the attack. 1/Short Rest.
  • Fey Step (2 AP): (Universal) Bonus Action: Teleport 30ft to an unoccupied space you can see. 1/Short Rest.
  • Spirit-Touched (3 AP): (Universal) You can see into the Ethereal Plane out to 30ft. Advantage on Arcana checks regarding spirits.
  • Meditative Focus (1 AP): (Universal) If you spend 10 minutes meditating, you can regain one expended 1st-level Spell Slot or 1 Hit Die. 1/Short Rest.
  • Ancestral Knowledge (2 AP): (Universal) Proficiency in History. You immediately identify the age/origin of elven artifacts.
  • Elf Weapon Training (1 AP): (Universal) Proficiency with Longsword, Shortsword, Shortbow, and Longbow.
  • Aquatic Combat (2 AP): (Sea Elf Only) Proficiency with Tridents and Nets. Attacking underwater imposes no penalties on you.
  • Guerrilla Archery (2 AP): (Wood Elf Only) If you make a ranged attack, you can Hide as a Bonus Action.
  • Glacial Strike (2 AP): (Snow Elf Only) Once per turn when you hit with a weapon attack, you can deal an extra 1d4 Cold damage.
  • Elven Accuracy (3 AP): (Universal) Whenever you have Advantage on an attack roll using Dex, Int, Wis, or Cha, you can reroll one of the dice. You can use this feature a number of times equal to your Proficiency Bonus per Long Rest.
  • Poisoner (1 AP): (Drow Only) Proficiency with Poisoner's Kit. You can apply poison to a weapon as a Bonus Action.
  • Refined Duelist (1 AP): (Universal) +1 bonus to Attack rolls with Finesse weapons if you move at least 10ft before attacking.
  • Ambush Predator (3 AP): (Universal) If you surprise a creature and hit it with an attack on your first turn, the attack is a Critical Hit.
  • Sun-Blade (1 AP): (Sun Elf Only) You can use a Bonus Action to make your weapon shed bright light. While lit, it deals Prof Mod Radiant damage.
  • Ancient Tongue (2 AP): (Universal) Learn 2 extra languages. Advantage on History checks regarding ancient empires.
  • Friend of the Deep (1 AP): (Sea Elf Only) You can communicate simple ideas to any Beast that has a swimming speed.
  • Noble Bearing (1 AP): (Sun Elf Only) Proficiency in Persuasion. Advantage on interactions with nobility.

Negative Traits (Elf Flaws)

  • Sunlight Sensitivity (+1): (Drow/Deep) Disadvantage on Attack rolls and Perception checks that rely on sight in direct sunlight.
  • Frail (+1): -Prof Mod Hit Points per Level.
  • Arrogant (+1): Disadvantage on Insight checks (you assume you know best).
  • Fey-Banned (+1): You have been exiled from the Feywild. Fey creatures start with a hostile attitude toward you.
  • Magic-Addict (+2): If you go more than 24 hours without casting a spell or being targeted by one, you gain 1 level of Exhaustion.

FELIS (Catfolk)

Base Traits: Small/Medium Size, 30ft Speed. Ability Scores:

Small: +1 Dex, +1 Cha, -1 Str.

Medium: +1 Str, +1 Con, -1 Int.

Vision: Darkvision 30ft (Monochromatic).

Default Packages (5 AP)

  • Pride Lord (Leonin/Big Cat): Apex Predator (2), Roar (2), Claws (1).
  • Swift Paw (Cheetah/Tabaxi): Feline Agility (2), Cat's Claws (1), Land on Your Feet (1), Sprinter (1).
  • Alley Cat (Urban/Rogue): Streetwise (1), Nine Lives (2), Cat Burglar (1), Night Eyes (1).
  • Grimalkin (Magical/Fey): Bad Luck Curse (2), Fey Touched (1), Familiar Spirit (2).
  • Jungle Stalker (Tiger/Panther): Ambush Hunter (2), Camouflage Coat (1), Pounce (2).

Expanded Traits (Build Your Own)

  • Feline Agility (2 AP): (Universal) When you move on your turn in combat, you can double your speed until the end of the turn. Recharge on 0 movement turn.
  • Blur of Motion (2 AP): (Swift Paw Only) You can take the Dash action as a Bonus Action.
  • Cat's Claws (1 AP): (Universal) Climbing Speed 20ft. Unarmed strikes deal 1d4 + Str/ Dex Slashing damage.
  • Tree-Dweller (2 AP): (Jungle Stalker Only) You have a Climb Speed equal to your Walking Speed.
  • Land on Your Feet (1 AP): (Universal) Resistance to Falling damage. You never land Prone after a fall of less than 60ft.
  • Sprinter (1 AP): (Swift Paw Only) Your base walking speed increases by 5ft.
  • Pounce (2 AP): (Universal) If you move at least 20ft straight toward a creature and then hit it with a melee attack on the same turn, that target must succeed on a Strength Save or be knocked Prone.
  • Skitter (1 AP): (Small Only) You can move through the space of any creature larger than you.
  • Acrobatic Master (1 AP): (Universal) Proficiency in Acrobatics. You can use Dexterity for Jumping distance.
  • Apex Predator (2 AP): (Medium Only) You are proficient in Athletics and Intimidation. You count as one size larger for lifting/dragging.
  • Roar (2 AP): (Pride Lord Only) Action: Enemies within 10ft must make a Wisdom Save or be Frightened until the end of your next turn. 1/Short Rest.
  • Killer Instinct (3 AP): (Jungle Stalker/Pride Lord) If you attack a Surprised creature, you score a Critical Hit on a roll of 19 or 20.
  • Throat Biter (2 AP): (Universal) You deal +1d6 damage against Prone targets.
  • Ambush Hunter (2 AP): (Universal) Proficiency in Stealth. If you surprise a creature, your first attack deals +2d6 damage.
  • Night Eyes (3 AP): (Universal) Upgrade Darkvision to 60ft.
  • Camouflage Coat (1 AP): (Universal) Advantage on Stealth checks in a specific terrain (Jungle, Snow, or Urban).
  • Keen Smell (1 AP): (Universal) Advantage on Perception checks that rely on smell.
  • Nine Lives (2 AP): (Universal) Reaction: When you are hit by a Critical Hit, you can turn it into a normal hit. OR When you fail a Death Saving Throw, you can choose to succeed instead. 1/Long Rest.
  • Bad Luck Curse (2 AP): (Grimalkin Only) Reaction: When a creature you can see within 30ft makes an attack roll, ability check, or saving throw, you can force them to roll with Disadvantage. 1/Short Rest.
  • Cheshire Step (2 AP): (Grimalkin Only) You can cast Misty Step 1/Long Rest. When you arrive, you fade in slowly like a grin.
  • Cat Nap (1 AP): (Universal) You can gain the benefits of a Short Rest in 10 minutes. 1/Long Rest.
  • Familiar Spirit (2 AP): (Grimalkin Only) You can cast Find Familiar (Fey spirit only) 1/Long Rest. You can communicate telepathically with other cats.
  • Streetwise (1 AP): (Alley Cat Only) Proficiency in Insight or Survival. Advantage on checks to find safe shelter in cities.
  • Cat Burglar (1 AP): (Alley Cat Only) Proficiency with Thieves' Tools. You can pick locks using one hand (or tail).
  • Purr of Influence (1 AP): (Universal) Advantage on Persuasion checks when interacting with Humanoids who are not currently hostile.
  • Urban Parkour (1 AP): (Alley Cat Only) You ignore difficult terrain caused by urban obstacles (rubble, crowds, furniture).

Negative Traits (Feline Flaws) Counts as Universal Flaws (+1 AP each).

  • Hydrophobia (+1): You despise water. Disadvantage on Athletics (Swimming) and Wisdom Saves if submerged.
  • Distractible (+1): Disadvantage on Saving Throws against Illusions or effects that create moving patterns (e.g., Hypnotic Pattern).
  • Lazy (+1): You require 10 hours of sleep for a Long Rest.
  • Predatory Fixation (+1): If a Small creature (like a rat or bird) runs from you, you must make a Wisdom Save to not chase it.
  • Finicky Eater (+1): You cannot eat rations. You must eat fresh food (hunted or bought daily) or gain Exhaustion.
  • Curiosity Killed the Cat (+1): You have Disadvantage on Saves against traps or hazards you trigger while investigating something new or shiny.

GOLIATH

Base Traits: Medium Size, 30ft Speed, +1 Str/Con, -1 Int.

Mandatory Core Trait

  • True Giant (2 AP): You have Powerful Build (count as Large for carrying/pushing). You are also naturally adapted to High Altitudes (do not suffer from thin air) and Cold Climates. You also can reduce all physical damage by 1d4 (minimum of 1), you always take at least 1 damage.

Default Packages (5 AP)

  • Cloud Giant: Cloud Jaunt (2), Fog Weaver (1). (Leaves 2 AP for True Giant). Total 5.
  • Fire Giant (Smith/Soldier): Fire's Burn (2), Forge Skin (1). (Leaves 2 AP for True Giant).
  • Frost Giant (Raider): Frost's Chill (2), Winter Walker (1). (Leaves 2 AP for True Giant).
  • Hill Giant (Brute): Hill's Tumble (2), Iron Stomach (1). (Leaves 2 AP for True Giant).
  • Stone Giant (Artisan/Monk): Stone's Endurance (2), Rock Thrower (1). (Leaves 2 AP for True Giant).
  • Storm Giant (Oracle/King): Storm's Thunder (2), Oracle Sight (1). (Leaves 2 AP for True Giant).
  • Fomorian (Cursed/Underdark): Evil Eye (2), Twisted Limb (1). (Leaves 2 AP for True Giant).
  • Rune Giant (Arcane): Rune Carver (2), Ancient Tongue (1). (Leaves 2 AP for True Giant).
  • Death Giant (Necrotic): Soul Keeper (2), Grave Sight (1). (Leaves 2 AP for True Giant).
  • Sun Giant (Desert): Mirage Skin (2), Sand Stride (1). (Leaves 2 AP for True Giant).

Expanded Traits (Build Your Own)

  • Stone's Endurance (2 AP): (Stone Only) Reaction: When you take damage, reduce it by 1d12 + Con Mod (reduced by 1d6 + Con Mod if half Goliath). Uses = Proficiency Bonus/Long Rest.
  • Cloud Jaunt (2 AP): (Cloud Only) Bonus Action: Teleport up to 30ft to an unoccupied space you can see. Uses = Proficiency Bonus/Long Rest.
  • Fire's Burn (2 AP): (Fire Only) When you hit with an attack, deal extra 1d10 Fire damage. Uses = Proficiency Bonus/Long Rest.
  • Frost's Chill (2 AP): (Frost Only) When you hit with an attack, deal extra 1d6 Cold damage and reduce the target's speed by 10ft. Uses = Proficiency Bonus/Long Rest.
  • Storm's Thunder (2 AP): (Storm Only) Reaction: When a creature hits you, deal 1d8 Thunder damage to them. Uses = Proficiency Bonus/Long Rest.
  • Hill's Tumble (2 AP): (Hill Only) When you hit a Large or smaller creature, you can knock them Prone. Uses = Proficiency Bonus/Long Rest.
  • Evil Eye (2 AP): (Fomorian Only) Bonus Action: Curse a creature within 30ft. They have Disadvantage on their next Saving Throw. 1/Short Rest.
  • Soul Keeper (2 AP): (Death Only) Reaction: When a creature dies within 30ft, you gain Temporary HP equal to your Con Mod + Proficiency.
  • Mirage Skin (2 AP): (Sun Only) Bonus Action: Blur your outline. Attacks against you have Disadvantage until the start of your next turn. 1/Short Rest.
  • Elemental Heritage (1 AP): (Universal) Choose one: Fire, Cold, Lightning, Acid, or Necrotic. You have Resistance to that damage type.
  • Forge Skin (1 AP): (Fire/Stone) AC = 13 + Con Modifier (when not wearing heavy armor).
  • Rock Thrower (1 AP): (Stone/Hill) Proficiency with Thrown weapons. You can throw rocks (1d8 Bludgeoning, Range 30/90).
  • Heavy Lifter (1 AP): (Universal) You can wield a Two-Handed weapon in one hand, but you have Disadvantage on Attack rolls with it (unless you have 20 Strength).
  • Crushing Grip (1 AP): (Hill/Fomorian) Advantage on Athletics checks to Grapple. Grappled enemies take 1d4 + Athletics Mod damage at the start of your turn.

  • Iron Stomach (1 AP): (Hill Only) Advantage on Saves against Poison and Disease. You

    can eat spoiled food safely.

  • Winter Walker (1 AP): (Frost Only) You ignore difficult terrain caused by ice or snow.

  • Sand Stride (1 AP): (Sun Only) You ignore difficult terrain caused by sand.

  • Twisted Limb (1 AP): (Fomorian Only) One of your arms is massively oversized. Your unarmed strikes deal 1d6 damage.

  • Magic Resistance (2 AP): (Rune Only) Advantage on Saving Throws against Spells.

  • Rune Carver (2 AP): (Rune Only) You know one Rune (Fire, Frost, Stone, etc.). 1/Long Rest, you can trace it on an object to grant a minor magical benefit (e.g., +1 damage) for 1 hour.

  • Oracle Sight (1 AP): (Storm Only) 1/Long Rest: Cast Identify or Augury without components.

  • Fog Weaver (1 AP): (Cloud Only) You can cast Fog Cloud 1/Long Rest.

  • Grave Sight (1 AP): (Death Only) You can see invisible creatures/spirits within 30ft, but only if they are Undead.

  • Ancient Tongue (1 AP): (Universal) You speak Giant and Primordial. Advantage on History checks regarding the Age of Giants.

  • Majestic Presence (1 AP): (Storm/Cloud) Proficiency in Intimidation or Persuasion. You count as one size larger when determining who you can Intimidate.

Negative Traits (Giant Flaws) Counts as Universal Flaws (+1 AP each).

  • Clumsy (+1): Disadvantage on Stealth and Acrobatics checks.
  • Oversized Ego (+1): You must make a Wis Save to retreat from a fight with a creature smaller than you.
  • Heavy Riser (+1): Standing up from Prone costs all your movement.
  • Elemental Vulnerability (+2): (Universal) Vulnerable to the opposite element of your heritage.

GNOME

Base Traits: Small Size, 25ft Speed, +1 Int/Dex, -1 Str.

Default Packages (5 AP)

  • Blu Technocrat: Cog in the Machine (2), Alchemical Blood (1), Factory Mind (1), Efficiency (1).
  • Forest Gnome: Natural Illusionist (1), Small Talk (1), Gnome Cunning (2), Stealthy (1).
  • Rock Gnome: Tinker (1), Artificer's Lore (1), Fire Starter (1), Gadgeteer (2).
  • Deep Gnome: Stone Camouflage (1), Svirfneblin Magic (2), Nondetection (2).
  • Snowme: Snow Burrow (2), Ice Magic (1), Winter's Fur (2).
  • Sand Gnome: Heat Adapt (1), Sand Shaper (1), Mirage Maker (2), Scavenger (1).
  • Crystal Gnome: Resonance Crystal (2), Light Weaver (1), Mental Clarity (2).

Expanded Traits (Build Your Own)

  • Cog in the Machine (2 AP): (Blu Only) When you use the Help action, the creature you aid adds your Proficiency Bonus to their roll.
  • Alchemical Blood (1 AP): (Blu Only) You have Resistance to Acid or Poison damage.
  • Factory Mind (1 AP): (Blu Only) Proficiency in Investigation. Advantage on checks to understand how a machine works or how to disable it.
  • Efficiency (1 AP): (Blu Only) You can craft potions, alchemical items, or tinker devices in half the normal time and for half the gold cost.
  • Overclock (2 AP): (Blu/Rock) 1/Long Rest: Take an additional Action on your turn. You gain 1 level of Exhaustion afterwards.
  • Tinker (1 AP): (Rock Only) You can create small clockwork devices (Toys, Lighters, Music Boxes) using Tinkerer's Tools.
  • Artificer's Lore (1 AP): (Rock Only) Double Proficiency on History checks related to technology, magic items, or alchemy.
  • Gadgeteer (2 AP): (Rock Only) You start with a Common Wondrous Item (e.g., Pole of Collapsing or Orb of Direction) or a Bag of Tricks (Gray).
  • Fire Starter (1 AP): (Rock Only) You know the Produce Flame or Create Bonfire cantrip (Int based).
  • Clockwork Pet (2 AP): (Universal) You have a Tiny construct companion (use Find Familiar stats, but it is a Construct).
  • Small Talk (1 AP): (Forest Only) You can communicate simple ideas to Small or smaller Beasts.
  • Natural Illusionist (1 AP): (Forest Only) You know the Minor Illusion cantrip.
  • Nature Whisperer (2 AP): (Forest Only) Advantage on Animal Handling and Nature checks.
  • Snow Burrow (2 AP): (Snowme Only) You have a Burrow Speed of 15ft through snow and loose earth.
  • Ice Magic (1 AP): (Snowme Only) You know Ray of Frost or Shape Water (Ice only).
  • Winter's Fur (2 AP): (Snowme Only) You have Resistance to Cold damage and ignore difficult terrain caused by ice/snow.
  • Sand Shaper (1 AP): (Sand Gnome Only) You know Mold Earth. You can use it to bury yourself as a Bonus Action (+2 AC, but 0 Speed).
  • Heat Adapt (1 AP): (Sand Gnome Only) Resistance to Fire damage. You require half as much water as a normal creature.
  • Mirage Maker (2 AP): (Sand Gnome Only) 1/Long Rest: You can cast Silent Image. If you are in a desert, the duration is doubled.
  • Scavenger (1 AP): (Sand/Deep Only) You have Advantage on Perception/Investigation checks to find food or salvage usable items from ruins.
  • Gnome Cunning (2 AP): (Universal) Advantage on Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma Saving Throws against magic.
  • Svirfneblin Magic (2 AP): (Deep Gnome Only) You can cast Disguise Self 1/Long Rest. At 3rd level, you can cast Blindness/Deafness 1/Long Rest.
  • Nondetection (2 AP): (Deep Gnome Only) You are constantly under the effect of a Nondetection spell (self only).
  • Stone Camouflage (1 AP): (Deep Gnome Only) Advantage on Stealth checks when in rocky terrain or underground.
  • Fade Away (2 AP): (Universal) Reaction: When you take damage, you turn Invisible until the end of your next turn. 1/Short Rest.
  • Resonance Crystal (2 AP): (Crystal Gnome Only) You have a gem embedded in your skin. It acts as a Spellcasting Focus. 1/Long Rest, you can channel through it to give a spell you cast Advantage on the attack roll.
  • Light Weaver (1 AP): (Crystal Gnome Only) You know the Light and Dancing Lights cantrips.
  • Mental Clarity (2 AP): (Crystal Gnome Only) Advantage on Saving Throws against being Charmed, Stunned, or Dazed.
  • Prismatic Reflection (2 AP): (Crystal Gnome Only) Reaction: When you take Radiant damage, you can reflect half of it back at the attacker.

Negative Traits (Gnomish Flaws) Counts as Universal Flaws (+1 AP each).

  • Obsessive (+1): You fixate on details. Disadvantage on Perception checks (you miss the forest for the trees).
  • Overconfident (+1): (Blu/Rock) You trust your calculations too much. Disadvantage on Insight checks (people are variables you can't calculate).
  • Small-Man Syndrome (+1): Disadvantage on Intimidation checks against Medium or larger creatures.
  • Sensory Overload (+1): (Deep) You are sensitive to bright light. Disadvantage on Attack rolls in direct sunlight.
  • Burnout (+1): (Blu) If you fail a Skill Check using Intelligence, you take 1d4 Psychic damage (stress).
  • Magical Volatility (+1): (Crystal/Forest) When you cast a leveled spell, roll a d20. On a 1, a wild magic surge occurs

HALFLING

Base Traits: Small Size, 25ft Speed, +1 Dex/Wis, -1 Str.

Default Packages (5 AP)

  • Sky Dancer (Aerimpi Core): Breeze Rider (2), Dazzling Acrobat (2), Light on Your Feet (1).
  • Wind Warden (Aerimpi Guard): Guardian of the Winds (2), Wind-Sense (2), Anchor Stance (1).
  • Hillhome (Traditional): Halfling Luck (2), Hearthbound Fortitude (2), Friendly Face (1).
  • Glimmergrove (Nature): Nature’s Friend (2), Blend with the Boughs (2), Watcher on the Wind (1).

Expanded Traits (Build Your Own)

  • Aerial Adaptation (2 AP): (Aerimpi Only) Gain Fly Speed 30ft (Cannot wear Med/ Heavy Armor).
  • Anchor Stance (1 AP): (Aerimpi/Universal) Immune to Prone/Forced movement while on narrow surfaces (bridges/ledges).
  • Breeze Rider (2 AP): (Aerimpi Only) Adv on Balance checks and resisting high wind effects.
  • Cloudcraft (2 AP): (Aerimpi Only) Know Gust. Cast Levitate 1/LR (Int based).
  • Dazzling Acrobat (2 AP): (Aerimpi/Universal) Prof Performance. Use Dex for acrobatics/performance checks.
  • Guardian of the Winds (2 AP): (Aerimpi Only) Prof Perception. Adv on Attacks vs Flying creatures.
  • Skyward Leap (2 AP): (Aerimpi Only) 1/SR Double jump distance & take no fall damage.
  • Wall-Runner (1 AP): (Aerimpi Only) You can run along vertical surfaces for 15ft without falling.
  • Wind-Sense (2 AP): (Aerimpi Only) Adv Initiative. Cannot be surprised while flying.
  • Deft Footwork (1 AP): (Universal) Move through hostile creature's space (if larger) as difficult terrain.
  • Elusive (2 AP): (Universal) Disengage action grants "Full Disengage" (Ignore difficult terrain).
  • Light on Your Feet (1 AP): (Universal) Move through space of any creature larger than you as difficult terrain.
  • Nimble Dodge (1 AP): (Universal) Reaction: +2 AC against Opportunity Attacks.
  • Underfoot Tactics (2 AP): (Universal) Adv on Attacks if you are in the space of a Huge+ creature.
  • Ravine Navigator (1 AP): (Hillhome/Glimmergrove) Climb Speed 25ft.
  • Halfling Luck (2 AP): (Hillhome Only) Reroll 1s on Attack/Save/Check.
  • Hearthbound Fortitude (2 AP): (Hillhome Only) Adv vs Fear and Exhaustion.
  • Friendly Face (1 AP): (Hillhome Only) Prof Persuasion. 1/LR add +1d4 to Persuasion check.
  • Lucky Charm (1 AP): (Hillhome Only) 1/LR Reroll a 1 on a Damage Die.
  • Pipe-weed Pondering (1 AP): (Hillhome Only) Adv on Insight or History while smoking.
  • Rustic Hospitality (1 AP): (Hillhome Only) Free lodging/food in rural settlements for you + party.
  • Second Breakfast (1 AP): (Hillhome Only) Eating on Short Rest heals extra HP = Con Mod.
  • Stone Skipper (1 AP): (Hillhome Only) Simple Thrown weapons have +10/+20 range.
  • Trade Expertise (1 AP): (Hillhome/Universal) Increase Trade Mastery Cap & Level by 1.
  • Well-Fed (2 AP): (Hillhome Only) If you eat a cooked meal on Short Rest, reroll 1 Hit Die (take higher).
  • Brave (1 AP): (Universal) Advantage vs Frightened condition.
  • Burst of Bravery (1 AP): (Universal) 1/Combat end Fear/Rattled on self (Free Action).
  • Nature’s Friend (2 AP): (Glimmergrove Only) Speak simple ideas to Beasts. Adv Animal Handling (Small/Flying).
  • Beast Insight (1 AP): (Glimmergrove Only) You understand the emotions/sounds of Beasts.
  • Beast Whisperer (0 AP): (Glimmergrove Only - Minor) Beasts understand your simple words/emotions.
  • Blend with the Boughs (2 AP): (Glimmergrove Only) Hide when lightly obscured by nature. Adv Stealth outdoors.
  • Critter Knowledge (1 AP): (Glimmergrove Only) Adv Nature/Survival regarding Small creatures.
  • Glimmer-Sight (3 AP): (Glimmergrove Only) Darkvision 60ft.
  • Grove Keeper (1 AP): (Glimmergrove Only) Know Druidcraft. Adv Nature checks in forests.
  • Watcher on the Wind (1 AP): (Glimmergrove Only) Prof Perception. Cannot be surprised in nature.
  • Knee-Capper (1 AP): (Universal) 1/SR When you hit a Large+ creature, they must Save or fall Prone.

Negative Traits (Halfling Flaws) Counts as Universal Flaws (+1 AP each).

  • Heavy Sleeper (+1 AP): You require min 10 hours for a Long Rest. If awakened suddenly (ambush), you are Stunned for 1 round.
  • Hollow Bones (+2 AP): (Aerimpi) Your body is evolved for flight, not impact. You are Vulnerable to Bludgeoning damage.
  • Metabolic Overdrive (+1 AP): Your small body burns energy too fast. If you do not consume a ration or meal every 4 hours, you immediately gain 1 Level of Exhaustion.
  • Skybound Panic (+1 AP): (Aerimpi) Being on the ground feels wrong. You have Disadvantage on Initiative and Wisdom Saves while standing on the ground/earth.
  • Vertigo (+1 AP): (Hillhome) You suffer Disadvantage on all Saving Throws and Ability Checks when you are not standing on solid earth (e.g., bridges, flying ships, climbing).

HUMAN

Base Traits: Medium Size, 30ft Speed, +1 to two stats, -1 to one stat.

Default Packages (5 AP)

  • Standard Human: Ability Score Increase (2), Undying (2), Human Determination (1).
  • North Born: Winter's Blood (2), Battle Cry (2), Tribal Knowledge (1).
  • Arcane Born: Arcane Curiosity (1), Channel Spark (1), Counter-Instinct (2), Scholar (1).
  • Imperial: Legion Training (2), Tactician (2), Voice of Authority (1).
  • Tropic: Sun-Scorched (2), Warrior's Stamina (1), Tribal Knowledge (2).
  • Folksy: Hill-Strider (1), Old Ways (2), Rough Living (1), Balladeer (1).

Expanded Traits (Build Your Own)

Universal Versatility

  • Ability Score Increase (2 AP): (Universal) +2 to one ability score (cannot exceed 20).
  • Undying (2 AP): (Universal) Succeed on Death Saves on a roll of 9+.
  • Human Determination (1 AP): (Universal) Reaction: Add 1d4 to an ally's roll within 30ft. 1/Long Rest.
  • Versatile Training (2 AP): (Universal) Proficiency in 1 Skill, 1 Tool, and 1 Weapon type.
  • Quick Learner (1 AP): (Universal) Proficiency in 1 additional Skill or Tool.
  • Defiant (1 AP): (Universal) Reroll a failed saving throw (including death save) 1/Long Rest.
  • Collective Strength (1 AP): (Universal) Help Action adds your Proficiency Bonus to the ally's roll.
  • Field Medic (1 AP): (Universal) Prof Medicine. Bonus Action to Stabilize with Healer's Kit.
  • Tactician (2 AP): (Universal) Add Intelligence or Wisdom modifier to Initiative rolls.
  • Pack Mule (1 AP): (Universal) Count as Large for carrying capacity. Advantage vs Forced March.
  • Adrenaline Rush (4 AP): (Universal) 1/Long Rest: Take one additional Action on your turn.
  • Diplomat (1 AP): (Universal) Advantage on Persuasion checks after conversing for at least 1 minute.
  • Winter's Blood (2 AP): (North Born Only) Resistance to Cold. Ignore difficult terrain from snow/ice.
  • Battle Cry (2 AP): (North Born Only) Action: Enemies within 30ft must save or be Frightened until end of next turn. 1/Short Rest.
  • Tribal Knowledge (1 AP): (North Born Only) Prof Survival. Advantage on Nature checks regarding beasts.
  • Sun-Scorched (2 AP): (Tropic Only) Resistance to Fire. Advantage vs Extreme Heat.
  • Warrior's Stamina (1 AP): (Tropic Only) Proficiency in Athletics. Advantage vs Exhaustion from running/swimming.
  • Dune Walker (1 AP): (Tropic Only) Ignore difficult terrain from sand. Speed increases by 5ft in light armor.
  • Sword-Singer (1 AP): (Tropic Only) Proficiency with Scimitars/Longswords. Finesse property applies to Longswords.
  • Legion Training (2 AP): (Imperial Only) Proficiency in Light or Medium Armor, Shields, and Shortswords.
  • Voice of Authority (1 AP): (Imperial Only) Proficiency in Intimidation. You can use Str or Int for Intimidation checks.
  • Urban Survivor (1 AP): (Imperial Only) Advantage on Streetwise/Investigation in cities. Double speed in crowds.
  • Imperial Discipline (1 AP): (Imperial Only) Advantage on Saving Throws against Fear. 
  • Arcane Curiosity (1 AP): (Arcane Born Only) Learn one Wizard cantrip (Int based).
  • Scholar (1 AP): (Arcane Born Only) Proficiency in History or Arcana. Read/Write 2 extra languages.
  • Channel Spark (1 AP): (Arcane Born Only) 1/Long Rest: Add 1d4 to a Spell Attack roll or Spell Save DC.
  • Counter-Instinct (2 AP): (Arcane Born Only) Reaction: Grant yourself Advantage on a Saving Throw against a Spell. 1/Short Rest.
  • Spell Dabbler (2 AP): (Arcane Born Only) Cast one 1st-level Wizard spell 1/Long Rest.
  • Old Ways (2 AP): (Folksy Only) You have Advantage on Saves against Curses and Charms.
  • Hill-Strider (1 AP): (Folksy Only) Ignore difficult terrain in hills/forests. Climb Speed 20ft.
  • Improvised Fighter (1 AP): (Folksy Only) Proficiency with Improvised Weapons (deal 1d6 damage).
  • Tall Tales (1 AP): (Folksy Only) Proficiency in Deception & Performance. Advantage on Deception checks when telling a story.
  • Balladeer (1 AP): (Folksy Only) Proficiency in Performance and one Instrument. You can use Music to grant Inspiration (d6) 1/Long Rest.
  • Rough Living (1 AP): (Folksy Only) You can scavenge food/water for yourself automatically in the wild. Advantage on Con saves vs bad food.

Negative Traits (Human Flaws) Counts as Universal Flaws (+1 AP each).

  • Superstitious (+1): You fear magic. Disadvantage on Intelligence checks to identify spells, items, and arcana skill checks. 
  • City-Slicker (+1): (Urban only) Disadvantage on Survival and Animal Handling checks in the wild.
  • Country Bumpkin (+1): (Rural only) Disadvantage on History and Investigation checks in or related to large cities.
  • Honor Bound (+1): (Imperial/Tropic) You cannot attack an enemy that has not acted yet in combat (Disadvantage on Initiative).
  • Frost-Bitten (+1): (North) You overheat easily. Disadvantage on Saves vs Extreme Heat/Fire.
  • Cold Blooded (+1): (Tropic) You get cold easily. Disadvantage on Saves vs Extreme Cold/Ice.

KOBOLD

Base Traits: Small Size, 30ft Speed, +1 Dex/Int, -1 Str. Vision: Darkvision 60ft.

Mandatory Core Trait

  • Ancestral Scale (0 AP): Choose your lineage from the Master Draconic Ancestry Table. This determines your Damage Type for traits. You cannot mix colors.

Default Packages (5 AP)

  • Trap Setter: Swarm Tactics (1), Trap Master (1), Tunnel Rat (1), Kobold Ingenuity (1), Skittering Sprint (1).
  • Drzagonwrought: Draconic Legacy (2), Elemental Spit (1), Draconic Resistance (2).
  • Urd: Leathery Wings (2), Dropped Rock (1), Quick Retreat (1), Darkvision Upgrade (1).
  • Sewer King: Scrappy (1), Mind for Scraps (1), Plague-Born (1), Shared Space (1), Muzzle Snap (1).
  • Scale-Shield: Swarm Tactics (1), Grovel, Cower, Beg (1), Draconic Resilience (2), Brave the Giants (1).

Expanded Traits (Build Your Own)

  • Pack Tactics (3 AP): Advantage on Attack rolls if an ally is within 5ft of the target.
  • Swarm Tactics (1 AP): +1 AC for every ally within 5ft of you (Max +2 AC).
  • Grovel, Cower, Beg (1 AP): Action: Distract enemies. Allies have Advantage on Attacks vs enemies within 10ft. 1/Short Rest.
  • Shared Space (1 AP): Move through/end turn in space of Medium+ allies.
  • Skittering Sprint (1 AP): Disengage action increases speed by 15ft for that turn.
  • Quick Retreat (1 AP): Bonus Action: Disengage. Uses = Proficiency Bonus/Long Rest.
  • Alone-United (1 AP): Bonus Action: Help ally within 30ft. Grant them Adv, but take Disadv on your next attack.
  • Yip Yip! (1 AP): Reaction: Warn ally within 30ft, allowing them to move 5ft immediately.
  • Trap Master (1 AP): Prof Thieves' Tools. Set simple traps in 1 minute.
  • Mind for Scraps (1 AP): Craft basic gear from trash in 10 minutes.
  • Tunnel Rat (1 AP): Squeeze through Tiny spaces. Adv on Escape Artist.
  • Kobold Ingenuity (1 AP): Prof Investigation or Sleight of Hand. Use Int for Athletics (Climb/Jump).
  • Burrower (1 AP): Burrow Speed 15ft (Soft Earth).
  • Darkvision Upgrade (1 AP): Increase Darkvision to 120ft.
  • Improvised Brutality (1 AP): Prof Improvised Weapons. Deal 1d6 damage, Finesse property.
  • Draconic Resistance (2 AP): Resistance to your Ancestry's Damage Type.
  • Elemental Spit (1 AP): Know a Cantrip based on your color.
  • Burning Blood (2 AP): Reaction: When you take damage, enemies within 5ft take 1d6 damage of your Ancestry Type. 1/Short Rest.
  • Leathery Wings (2 AP): Fly Speed 30ft. (Cannot wear Medium/Heavy Armor).
  • Draconic Legacy (2 AP): Know one 1st-level Sorcerer spell. 1/Long Rest.
  • Scrappy (1 AP): +1d4 HP per Level.
  • Draconic Resilience (2 AP): Reaction: Drop to 1 HP instead of 0 HP. 1/Long Rest.
  • Dropped Rock (1 AP): Bonus Action: Drop object from above (Ranked Attack, 1d6 Bludg).
  • Muzzle Snap (1 AP): Bite attack (1d4 Piercing). Adv on Intimidation vs smaller creatures.
  • Plague-Born (1 AP): Immune to Disease. Advantage on Saves vs Poison.

Negative Traits (Kobold Flaws)

  • Sunlight Sensitivity (+1): Disadvantage on Attack rolls and Perception in direct sunlight.
  • Shiny Object Fixation (+1): Disadvantage on Perception checks if there is visible gold/gems.
  • Cowardly (+1): If surprised or Critted, you are Frightened until end of next turn.
  • Fragile Ego (+1): Disadvantage on saving throws against being Taunted.
  • Weak Grip (+1): Disadvantage on Strength (Athletics) checks.

TIEFLING

Base Traits: Medium Size, 30ft Speed, +1 Cha/Int, -1 Wis. Vision: Darkvision 60ft.

Mandatory Core Trait

  • Fiendish Legacy (0 AP): Choose your lineage. This determines your Resistance and Legacy Spells.
    • Pride (Ruler): [Res: Psychic] | Command
    • Greed (Hoarder): [Res: Force] | Tenser’s Floating Disk (Ritual)
    • Lust (Enchantress): [Res: Psychic] | Charm Person
    • Envy (Spy): [Res: Cold] | Disguise Self
    • Gluttony (Consumer): [Res: Poison] | Ray of Sickness
    • Wrath (Soldier): [Res: Fire] | Searing Smite
    • Sloth (Stasis): [Res: Necrotic] | Ray of Enfeeblement
    • Lilith (Queen): [Res: Fire] | Burning Hands
    • The Deceiver (Liar): [Res: Psychic] | Illusionary Script (or Silent Image)
    • The Elements (Primal): [Res: Variable (Roll daily)] | Absorb Elements
    • Shadow (Stalker): [Res: Necrotic] | Darkness (at lvl 3)
    • Celestial (Holy): [Res: Radiant] | Cure Wounds
    • Beast-Touched (Feral): [Res: Cold] | Speak with Animals
    • Chaos (Wild): [Res: Random] | Chaos Bolt

Default Packages (5 AP)

  • Sin of Pride (Ruler): Legacy Magic (3), Commanding Presence (2).
  • Sin of Wrath (Soldier): Legacy Magic (3), Natural Weapon (Horns) (1), Fiendish Fury (1).
  • Sin of Shadow (Spy): Legacy Magic (3), Shadow Walker (1), Fade into Darkness (1).
  • The Celestial (False Angel): Legacy Magic (3), Infernal Wings (2 - Feathered).
  • Beast-Touched (Hunter): Natural Weapon (Claws) (2), Primal Instinct (1), Fiendish Resistance (2).
  • Winged Devil (Aerial): Infernal Wings (2), Fiendish Resistance (2), Prehensile Tail (1).
  • Face of the Deceiver: Master of Disguise (2), Silver Tongue (1), Legacy Magic (2 - Partial).

Expanded Traits (Build Your Own)

  • Legacy Magic (3 AP): Know Legacy Cantrip (Thaumaturgy or relevant elemental cantrip). Cast your Legacy Spell Prof Mod/SR (Lvl 3).
  • Minor Legacy Magic (1 AP): Know Legacy Cantrip.
  • Fiendish Resistance (2 AP): Permanent Resistance to your Legacy's Damage Type.
  • Wild Magic (1 AP): (Chaos only) 1/LR: Cast 1st-level Sorcerer spell, but roll Wild Magic Surge.
  • Covetous Magic (2 AP): (Greed) Cast Identify and Locate Object 1/LR.
  • Seductive Whisper (2 AP): (Lust) Cast Charm Person without somatic/verbal components.
  • Telepathy (1 AP): Communicate telepathically within 30ft.
  • Infernal Wings (2 AP): Fly Speed 30ft (Cannot wear Heavy Armor).
  • Natural Weapon (1 AP): Horns (Push), Claws (Finesse), or Fangs (Grapple). 1d6 + Str.
  • Prehensile Tail (1 AP): Hold objects/interact with environment.
  • Barbed Tail (1 AP): Bonus Action Attack: Reach 10ft, 1d4 Piercing.
  • Hell's Endurance (2 AP): Advantage on Con Saves and Concentration checks.
  • Blood of Fire (2 AP): Reaction: Melee attacker takes Fire damage equal to Prof Bonus.
  • Chitinous Skin (1 AP): AC = 13 + Dex Modifier (non-Heavy).
  • Commanding Presence (2 AP): (Pride) Prof Intimidation. Bonus Action to command ally to attack.
  • Silver Tongue (1 AP): Prof Deception/Persuasion. 1/LR Reroll failed Social check.
  • Master of Disguise (2 AP): Cast Disguise Self at will.
  • Shadow Walker (1 AP): Prof Stealth. Advantage on Stealth in Dim Light.
  • Fade into Darkness (1 AP): Bonus Action: Hide in Dim Light/Darkness even if observed.
  • Fiendish Magnetism (1 AP): Advantage on Social checks vs Fiends/Tieflings/Cultists.
  • Find Valuable (1 AP): (Greed) Advantage on Investigation to appraise items/find hidden compartments.

Negative Traits (Fiendish Flaws)

  • Radiant Weakness (+1): Vulnerable to Radiant damage.
  • Divine Dampening (+1): Healing magic heals you 1 less HP per die.
  • Cursed Bloodline (+1): Animals are hostile. Disadvantage on Animal Handling.
  • Trust Issues (+1): Disadvantage on Insight checks.
  • True Name (+1): If creature speaks your True Name, you are Charmed for 1 minute.
  • Cold Iron Susceptibility (+1): Take +2 damage from Cold Iron weapons.

The Mixed Lineages

HALF-ELF

Born of human ambition and elven grace, Half-Elves are the most common mixed lineage. They lack the alien sleeplessness of the Elves but gain the grit of Humanity.

Base Traits: Medium Size, 30ft Speed.

Vision: Normal Vision (unless purchased otherwise).

Visuals: You often have the ears of an elf but the beard/build of a human.

Ancestry Selection: When creating a Half-Elf, you must select ONE specific Elven Lineage (e.g., Wood Elf, Sun Elf, Drow). You may purchase traits from the Human List and that specific Elven List.

  • Heritage of Two Worlds (0 AP):
    • Skill Versatility: You gain Proficiency in one Skill of your choice.
    • Fey Ancestry: You have Advantage on Saving Throws against being Charmed, and magic cannot put you to sleep. (Note: You do not gain the 4-hour Trance; you still need 8 hours of sleep).

HALF-GOLIATH

Half-Goliaths are massive physical specimens, towering over humans but lacking the elemental rigidity of their giant kin. They are often referred to as "Tall-Folk" or "Lesser Giants."

Base Traits: Medium Size (Lean towards 7ft), 30ft Speed.

Vision: Normal Vision.

Ancestry Selection: You may purchase traits from the Human List and the Goliath List.

Mandatory Core Trait

  • Half-Giant Blood (0 AP):
    • Powerful Build: You count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push, drag, or lift.
    • Natural Athlete: You gain Proficiency in the Athletics skill. If you are already proficient, you gain Expertise (double proficiency).
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