Races

Wind tugging against the skin, freedom in each gust of wind, and a longing for the skies and the sun, the Aarakocra have claimed the skie…

Bearing within their souls the light of the heavens, Aasimar are descended from humans with a touch of divinity. Born to serve as champio…

A cog in a colony, a piece or a majestic greater whole. United they can withstand anything, alone they are nothing. Law is immutable and …

The powerful visage of a Bugbear or Yeti with the peaceful lifestyle of a Druid or ascetic. The Alaghi are misunderstood beings who are t…

One might not think noble or wise when thinking of a lobster, but the Aldani put many kings to shame with their noble bearing and many ju…

The history of the Aranea is of tragedy and betrayal. Made with magic for war they then were discarded. They use their spider-like powers…

Arboreans are evil beings that delight in the ritualistic sacrifice of humanoids to evil, carnivorous plants. They appear as humanoid pla…

Small and tough, the Armand’s rough exterior hides a thoughtful, family centered being. The life an Armand leads would make any monastery…

Bainligor are deceptively large humanoid bats. While they have wings they are flightless but have many features in common with bats. They…

Be not deceived by the green skinned baboons. They are smarter than you think. Banderlogs look like baboons but will outwit most humans w…

Mighty warriors that are half man half ram that usually roam the wilds of Yssgard, the Bariaur live for battle and overcoming challenges.…

Dwelling in trees and striking seemingly from nowhere, Beastmen are terrifying predators. They are almost completely resistant to magic t…

Chosen by powerful protectors of nature, Bird Maidens form tight knit sororities to protect nature. Depending on which guardian of nature…

Harsh beings of metal that were forged in the conflict of Gehenna the Bladelings are a powerful race full of culture yet have been forced…

The Earth a cradle, the Earth a grave, the Earth a home, the Earth a warm embrace. Blights are creatures made of awakened plant matter, g…

Lurking in the fringes of the Feywild, hiding under beds and in closets, Boggles bring mischief and chaos to anyone who crosses their path.

Some scholars have even posited that their existence is a cosmic joke, a cruel twist of fate designed to test the limits of mortal unders…

Whether hound or man, Canomorphs practice evil in the open, daring others to challenge them. While most are in the service of their creat…

In the sprawling city of Ravnica, where "open road" seems like a contradiction and "open plain" is sheer nonsense, centaurs nevertheless …

Changelings possess the supernatural ability to adopt any face, allowing them to live undetected in diverse societies. For some, this is …

In the deepest crevices of the Underdark and the forgotten corners of crumbling cities, chokers lie in wait. These small, aberrant predat…

Cnidarans are jellyfish people that are strikingly beautiful and filled with an almost addictive sense of wanderlust. They take care of t…

Where did the varied races of the material plane start? Five groups of powerful, primordial races gave rise to a stunning variety of race…

An Imp that is cheerful and kind, a Troll that is gentle and respectful, Crooked Ones are twisted versions of other creatures. They are b…

While not as strong or large as gorillas, Dakon are immeasurably smarter and more skilled than their primate cousins. They build impressi…

Sometimes the dead can spontaneously come to life. They can come forth as mindless Ghouls or the mighty Darakhul. They are consumed by hu…

Welcome to our little guild. I am the leader here. Sorry about the dark. Try not to bang your head on the ceiling there, it dips a little…

When the sea calls, some answer—not with awe or reverence, but with desperation. Deep scions are mortals who struck a bargain beneath the…

A mix of inferiority, rudimentary business acumen, and telepathy make the Dohwar marginally successful and very annoying. They will haggl…

The Dracotaurs are mighty dragon centaurs that are warlike and predatory to an excess. They are surprisingly smart and prefer to lay trap…

Shaped by Draconic Gods or the Dragons themselves, the first dragonborn hatched from an Egg as a unique race, made to combine the best of…

The spawn of Tiamat, lord of the First Layer of the Nine Hells. The lesser variations of Dragonspawn are able to coexist with societies a…

Waking to a world that has long forgotten them, Dreamers allied with the Dwarves that unearthed their ancient vaults of slumber. Unsure o…

Dryads, also known as wood nymphs, were fey-maidens who acted as the protectors of forests and trees. They are infamous for their charm a…

Durzagon are the children of devils and Duergars. They have mighty powers from both their parents and become seeds of evil within the alr…

Kingdoms rich in ancient grandeur, halls carved into the roots of mountains, the echoing of picks and hammers in deep mines and blazing f…

Eidolons are incorporeal undead constructs, forged from the souls of devout followers who have sworn eternal oaths to their deities. Boun…

Celestial Eladrin are beings with Celestial and Fey attributes that dwell in Arborea. They are beautiful and noble warriors who serve Goo…

Transformed due to prolonged exposure to the Feywild, the Fey Eladrin were born. They adapted more Fey abilities than their Celestial Ela…

Elves tended to be fair and beautiful by human standards and graceful, though they were often frail as well. Their origins can be traced …

Erinas are small, hedgehog-like creatures covered in sharp quills. They sometimes get into trouble as they do not understand the laws of …

Ettercaps are a race of bestial, spider-like monstrosities. They are primitive hunters that had an affinity with spiders.

Whimsical, wild, and woven from the dreams of the Feywild, Fairies are living magic. Born in forests where twilight lingers and rivers si…

Feline Folk are a nomadic and inquisitive race, gifted with the lithe agility and keen senses of their feline ancestors. Created by the g…

Fey’ri are to Elves what Tieflings are to Humans, Tanaruk are to Orcs, and Durzagon are to Duergars. They are the offspring of Elves, usu…

Tis always a fight to the death for them, so 'tis also one for ye. They give no quarter and literally do not have a sense of mercy, curio…

The Flayed are individuals who have undergone partial ceremorphosis, a process where an Illithid tadpole is introduced into the brain of …

The unholy creation of a profane creator, the Flesh Golem is doomed to a state of anger and pain. Stitched together from decaying corpses…

Foralarren are tragic beings torn between their Fey and Diabolic mindsets. They switch between the two with both sides being at war and h…

One part of a great whole, the Formians work seamlessly to conquer and expand their empires. Much like the ants they resemble, they swarm…

Frog-like humanoids that rule swamps and jungles as petty lords and tyrants. They plunder, pillage, and destroy even amongst themselves a…

A being of the Elemental Plane of Earth they are made of stone and animated by the power of the plane. They are the earth and care for th…

Born in harrowing places of death, Geletons begin with the death of another and a simple, hungry scavenger. Together they fuse and become…

Like all Planetouched beings Genasi have a powerful link to the four Elemental Planes of either Air, Earth, Fire, or Water. They manifest…

Para-Genasi have a lineage containing two genies of different types and walk between worlds. They vary from their standard Genasi brethre…

Geppettin can be scary, adorable, or funny or anything in between. They can be made or come to life on their own. The life of a Geppettin…

Rippling muscles, tall builds, and a veneration in some way or another of the All Father link the many varied subraces of Giant Kin. Whil…

Giff or Hippo People are always looking their best in sharp uniforms. They are true mercenaries that care little for good or evil on who …

The Gith are a race of humanoids who had been enslaved by Mind Flayers for countless generations. Some sages claimed that they were once …

Gnolls are a humanoid race that most closely resemble human-hyena hybrids. They are carnivorous humanoids, known for their savage culture…

What can be said about the humble Gnome, they are smart, small, and they largely fade into the background. They seek to be recognized on …

Possibly the most despised race in all of history and they love it. Goblinoids are more akin to a humanoid shaped plague full of anger an…

Small, mischievous creatures that swarm and commit acts of mischief. Gremlins are a plague to those around them as they annoy and harass …

Deep within the Underark lurks monstrosities that do not know mercy, do not know light. Grimlocks fight every day for survival in one of …

Groundlings are a mixture of a Dwarf and a Giant Mole. They lurk underground and spring out to attack their targets and then retreat. Gro…

Born of a mortal and one of the mightiest races in the heavens, Guardian Spawn are a divine reflection of the power and glory of the pare…

Hadozee or deck apes or winged deck apes are adventurers and explorers that bear a resemblance to an ape or baboon. It is not a proper sa…

Every Hag Initiate has the same beginning. A family had their daughter briefly vanish then return mysteriously. Before your 14th birthday…

The honorable Hai Nu are beings of the sea that fight with zeal and keep to themselves. Nothing is more important to a Hai Nu than their …

Small people, quick people, good people. The Haflings have many nicknames that suit them well. The unassuming race hides many potential g…

Lucky and full of energy it is hard to keep a Harengon in the same place for long. They seem to always be just a few feet away from misfo…

Evil and loathsome creatures that lure their targets in and torture them to death. Harpies are vile beings that delight in bloodshed and …

Desert dwellers that fight to survive. They are one with the sand and thrive where all others perish. They rise and fall based on their s…

Hengeyokai are intelligent, shape changing animals that occur naturally. They can take on humanoid forms and come in a staggering variety…

House Spirits are Tiny, shy Fey that are unobtrusive and mostly helpful. They are fair beings that only take what they need and believe i…

Humans are undeniably the most successful and prolific race. It isn’t even a contest. Their ethnicities number like the grains of sand as…

All Hybrids are half Human and they can take on a variety of forms. They can be born or created and they live between two worlds, belongi…

Small with the top half of a pixie and the bottom half of an antelope, Hybils patrol their forest and guard it from all threats. Though t…

Small and malicious Devils that serve to corrupt those that summon them. Imps are reincarnated souls that were dragged to Baator or the N…

Kalamer Landwalkers are special and rare Merfolk that can change their lower halves to their signature tail or two legs. They are a playf…

The Kalashtar are a compound race created from the union of humanity and renegade spirits from the plane of dreams – spirits called Quori…

The mysterious Katanga prefers life in the jungle and has the soul of an animal. They can change between their three forms: Human, Hybrid…

Flightless avian humanoids that scheme and plot for wealth and power. They are well suited to covertly collecting information and being s…

Champions of law that travel on their own to every reach of the civilized reaches of the multiverse, the Kerarin preach and discuss law e…

New and rare Fey that respect many aspects of nature. They are not well understood and at times it seems even they themselves are in a pu…

Crafty and small, these nimble dragon-like creatures survive by showing weakness. They present an outward cowardly and weak appearance to…

The Kraul are a force of devastating hunger that are constantly evolving in order to sate their hunger and rise from the underground worl…

Fight, rest, eat, play, work. The mind of the Krinth is prone to chaos but when given the control they crave they become powerful tools t…

Fishmen dwelling in the deep, unearthing secrets that are better left be as they dream of dark and twisted beings of power. The Kuo-toa a…

The Lacertus could be called quirky on an average day, very friendly and fun on a good day, and a force of violence on a bad day. The Lac…

The incredibly loyal and warlike Lakshu are the main supporters of the powerful Reigar along with their mysterious technologies and power…

Cold and unfeeling, the reptilian beings that rule the swamps and high desert. They are highly territorial and even more dangerous when a…

While not much to look at, the Locanthah are an upright race that is a true ally to those that deal with them honestly. They dwell in the…

Small Fey that loves treasure and pranks. Logherymen are more myth than reality and they like to keep it that way. They do as they see fi…

Loxodons are the epitome of calm. Even in the face of violence they will take the best path and rarely are seen to be flustered or annoye…

A humanoid that has been bitten by a creature inflicted with the Curse of Lycanthropy who has not fully turned. Lycancursed are not true …

Magmen are mischievous beings made of lava. They are dependent on flames and set things ablaze wherever they go. Like all elementals they…

Wise plant creatures that seek to guide the interactions between society and nature, Mandrakes use their ability to communicate with plan…

Meazels are a murderous, malevolent race of wretched recluses that cared only for wallowing in wistful self-pity. They respond to intrusi…

Savage half man half bulls that are famous for their labyrinthine memory. Minotaurs are strong and proud. They can manifest in a variety …

Hybrid humanoids that are shunned for their appearance, Mogrelfolk are often enslaved even though they are humble creatures. They carry t…

Small amphibian creatures that dwell in swamps. Muckdwellers are cowards that ambush from the mud to attack unsuspecting prey. In groups …

Lurking in the dark corners of the world, Myconids seek out peace and quiet. They come in varieties as plentiful as fungi themselves. The…

Not just any construct can equal a Nimblewright. Tasha or Elminster wouldn’t be caught dead with just any arcane servant. Nimblewrights a…

Nothics are utterly insane predators that lunge and lurk erratically in the depths of the darkest places on the material plane. They come…

Literally beauty incarnate, Nymph-Kin are the result of a Nymph being captured or reduced in some way, becoming mortal and losing the dea…

The Obode are tribal Walrus Folk that shun outsiders and fight to the death when confronted in combat. They are massive and imposing and …

The Ophidians are closer to serpents than civilized people. They scoff at things such as religion, magic, mercy, and ideals. Destruction …

The quintessential standard for bad guys, thugs, and evil soldiers. Orcs are big and slow and perfect for those powerful enough to make t…

Confused as Earth Elementals the small and mighty Pech eek out of living in the dark and dangerous bowels of the earth. They are impartia…

A rare breed of Ooze from the Farrealms. Plasmoids are Oozes at their core but they are intelligent enough to assimilate into most any so…

Terrifying predators of the Underdark as ferocious as bears with a cunning nature that makes them even more dangerous. Quaggoth have no f…

The chaotic counterparts of Imps. Quasits are tiny demons that tempt those that dare summon them, promising them power as they urge them …

Quick as a blur most never see a Quickling but do notice that their coin purse is missing or that their achilles tendon has been severed.…

Large and imposing warriors that control the waste places of the world. They prefer to remain untouched and untainted from the outside wo…

They are defenders of the World Tree. They look like humanoid flying squirrels and hate evil in all forms. Ratatosk usually panic in the …

Deep in the depths of lakes and oceans within Dread Domains lurk swarms of hungry maws. Reavers hunt prey selectively to cause the most a…

Redcaps are vile and bloodthirsty Fey that are driven by a need to soak their signature caps in blood. Though they need to perform the bl…

Undead that arise with the all encompassing need to track down and kill their murderers. They are so powerful in their drive for vengeanc…

The Rusalka are female Fey bound to a specific body of water much like a Dryad is bound to her tree. They share much in common though the…

Fish like monstrous humanoids that dwell in lakes, oceans, or underground waterways. They are merciless and will kill anyone at any time …

Rambunctious half men half goats that live for the thrill of revelry. They party, and fight, and go shamelessly after women. They would p…

Mild mannered despite their fearsome dinosaur like appearances, Saurials are a welcome neighbor to most races. Their subraces are varied …

The complete antithesis of Saurials. They pursued their choice prey across worlds in their drive to kill and eat them. They are a scourge…

Much like a Minotaur but built for the cold with features of a reindeer, eld, or moos instead of a bull, the Shatjan keep to the cold pla…

After generations of breeding, the Curse of Lycanthropy has been diluted to the point where the individual can no longer take a hybrid or…

Sirine are playful, funloving, and usually aquatic. They are exclusively female Fey with the powers to charm and drain the intellect of t…

One of the unluckiest humanoids was charmed by an Aboleth and made into a slave. Skum Infiltrators live a cursed existence at the beck an…

Slaadi Abominations are the result of a rare failed Incubation of a Slaad Tadpole or some form of resistance to the Chaos Phage Disease s…

Dwelling in the Underdark, the humble Slyth work to preserve the unique flora, fauna, and natural structures found there. They are truly …

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Lurking in the forests and Feywild, Sprites are guardians of good and protectors of nature. Though they are tiny, they use their ability …

They are heralds of doom that arrive in the craters of asteroids that have fallen to the material plane. They serve as the hands and eyes…

As deadly as they are beautiful, the female Succubus and male Incubus have but one purpose regardless of which plane spawned them: gather…

Naturally the offspring of demons and Orcs is an especially nasty kind of horrible. The Tanarukk are as strong as Orcs and are as evil as…

Creeping from the treetops lurks the Tasloi and their eight legged hunting companions. They are specialized to hunt from the tree tops wi…

Small defenders that take up arms like small knights to defend their Fey brethren. They use their plantlike powers to make weapons includ…

Alien beings of ferocious combat capability that deal without mercy and fight without the concept of anger, Thri-Kreen do all things in o…

Tieflings are human-based planetouched, native outsiders that were infused with the touch of the fiendish planes, most often through desc…

Tortles are humanoid turtles that live by the coast or deep in deserts. They wander from sight to sight enjoying the world and honing the…

Hailing from the Elemental Plane of Water, Tritans are warriors that defend the world from the threats of evil creatures that slip from t…

Troglodytes are savage brutes that rule by strength. The bigger and stronger they grow the more respect they gain. If they come across so…

Dignified aristocrats, terrifying blood suckers, all apply to Vampires and their kin. Vampire Kin are the offspring of a true Vampire and…

Always striving towards perfection both academically and inward, the Vedalken never cease in their pursuit of improvement. Almost obsessi…

One with the forest in many ways, the Pine Folk are a mighty race that is both feared and respected. Much like the forest itself they hav…

Crafted for a purpose, a Warforged is born after a ritual brings their manufactured body to life and gives it a will of its own. They are…

Forcing two opposing elements to become a conscious whole is an act reserved for the crazy and talented. The combination forms a humanoid…

Though exiled for being too small nothing stops the Wemic Runt from proving their might and skill. They venture out and build relationshi…

A Wight is an undead creature given a semblance of life through sheer violence and hatred. They can and must drain the life energy out of…

Wilden's pretense on the Prime Material plane was due to their desire to defend the worlds and fight against the corrupting influence of …

Winterlings are frozen Pranksters that can cause devastating “pranks” in “defense” of nature. They are out of touch with non-Fey races to…

The Xill are monstrous beings that swarm from the Ethereal Plane and plunder and take hostages and rampage. Some Xill remain in the mater…

Hulking brutes that stalk the icy tundra and rule the highest mountains. Yetis are extremely territorial and test their strength from the…

Snake people who were biologically designed for conquest by the Creator Race the Surraks. They are pragmatic and merciless. They revere r…

From Ogre to Yurian, Crab Folk are creations of powerful Hag to serve them. The transformation radically changes them into hulking crab-l…