both being deception come race

Wizard

Classes Player’s Handbook

explosive fire, arcing lightning, subtle deception, and spectacular transformations. Their magic conjures monsters from other planes of existence, glimpses the future, or forms protective barriers. Their

used across the multiverse. The closest a Wizard is likely to come to an ordinary life is working as a sage or lecturer. Other Wizards sell their services as advisers, serve in military forces, or

Yggdrasti

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 1: Spelljammer Creatures

inside its trunk in which Medium or smaller creatures can lurk. Yggdrasti attack any settlements or spelljamming ships they come across without provocation. By using a speak with plants spell or

sometimes make landfall and disguise themselves as ordinary trees, burying their roots in the ground to pull off the deception. They can uproot themselves at any time and use their roots to shamble awkwardly across the ground, but flying is their preferred mode of travel.LightningBludgeoning, PiercingFire

Yakfolk Warrior

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

said that the Forgotten God journeyed to the Elemental Plane of Earth and, through guile and deception, defeated the Grand Khan of the dao. The price of that defeat was harsh: the dao were forced to

communal creches once they are weaned, never to recognize them again. Yakfolk feel no loyalty to their families—only to their god and race. Skin Crawlers. A yakfolk’s most frightening

Yakfolk Priest

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

enslave dao for a time. It is said that the Forgotten God journeyed to the Elemental Plane of Earth and, through guile and deception, defeated the Grand Khan of the dao. The price of that defeat was harsh

parents pack children off to communal creches once they are weaned, never to recognize them again. Yakfolk feel no loyalty to their families—only to their god and race. Skin Crawlers. A yakfolk

Charlatan Legacy

Backgrounds Player’s Handbook (2014)

city that just happens to be for sale. These marvels sound implausible, but you make them sound like the real deal. Skill Proficiencies: Deception, Sleight of HandTool Proficiencies

weapons of choice. 7 I keep multiple holy symbols on me and invoke whatever deity might come in useful at any given moment. 8 I pocket anything I see that might have some value. d6

Wizard Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

, defined and united as a class by the spells they cast. Drawing on the subtle weave of magic that permeates the cosmos, wizards cast spells of explosive fire, arcing lightning, subtle deception, and brute

the fey) that are steeped in magic. The Lure of Knowledge Wizards’ lives are seldom mundane. The closest a wizard is likely to come to an ordinary life is working as a sage or lecturer in a

Bugbear Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

. Gang Mentality Since bugbears aren’t a particularly fecund race, their overall population is small and spread over a wide area. Bugbears live in family groups that operate much like gangs. The

remove opposition or exile weaker or unpopular members to keep the rest of the gang strong. Fortunately for the race as a whole, even young and elderly bugbears have the ability to survive alone in the

Fairy

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

a special physical characteristic that sets the fairy apart. For your fairy, roll on the Fey Characteristics table or choose an option from it. You’re also free to come up with your own

member of the human race or of a fantastical race. If you select a fantastical race such as the fairy or the harengon in this section, follow these additional rules during character creation. Ability

Triton Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

remote even merfolk and sea elves rarely encounter them. Haughty Nobles As a result of their isolation and limited understanding of the Material Plane, tritons can come across as haughty and

, leaving the tritons vulnerable to deception. With their strong martial tradition, tritons can sometimes be too eager to leap into a fight. Strangers to the Surface Given their isolation, most tritons

Dimir Operative

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

. You can choose your secondary guild or roll to determine it randomly. This secondary guild membership determines a portion of your starting equipment and is also where most of your contacts come from

. You infiltrate your secondary guild to learn its secrets, keep tabs on its activities, or perhaps undermine it from within. Skill Proficiencies: Deception, Stealth Tool Proficiencies:

Far Traveler

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

good that even if some people you meet have heard of your homeland, they know merely the name and perhaps a few outrageous stories. You have come to this part of Faerûn for your own reasons, which

of those who emigrate from Evermeet are either exiles, forced out for committing some infraction of elven law, or emissaries who come to Faerûn for a purpose that benefits elven culture or

Charlatan - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

you make them sound like the real deal. Skill Proficiencies: Deception, Sleight of HandTool Proficiencies: Disguise kit, Forgery kitEquipment: A set of fine clothes, a disguise kit

. You might be able to bluff others through with you, or even convince members of the Watch that you’re a patriar. However, any true test of your authenticity is likely to reveal your deception

Shifter Legacy

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

weretouched, as many believe they are the descendants of humans and lycanthropes. Whatever their origins, shifters have evolved into a unique race. They are humanoids with a bestial aspect; while they

. The Journey Yet to Come Shifters have a strong presence in the Eldeen Reaches but can be found in rural areas across Khorvaire, where they often live among humans. While they form powerful bonds

Dwarf Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

a dwarf saying that might be hyperbole, but certainly points to how difficult it can be for a member of a short-lived race like humans to earn a dwarf’s trust. Elves. “It’s not wise

frivolous. Two things to be said for them, though: They don’t have many smiths, but the ones they have do very fine work. And when orcs or goblins come streaming down out of the mountains, an elf

Feylost

Backgrounds The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

under the Feywild’s spell and learned a little about the nature of the mercurial tricksters that dwell there. When you finally returned to your home plane, you did not come back unchanged. You

with each passing day, your heart swells with a mixture of fear and joy at the prospect of one day venturing back to the Plane of Faerie—your home away from home. Skill Proficiencies: Deception

Cultist

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild

Cultist Cultist Medium humanoid (any race), any non-good alignment Armor Class 12 (leather armor) Hit Points 9 (2d8) Speed 30 ft. STR 11(+0) DEX 12(+1) CON 10(+0

) INT 10(+0) WIS 11(+0) CHA 10(+0) Skills Deception +2, Religion +2 Senses passive Perception 10 Languages any one language (usually Common) Challenge 1/8 (25 XP) Dark

Kalashtar Legacy

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

I am kalashtar, born of two worlds. Over a thousand years ago, my ancestor bound her bloodline to the spirit Kashtai, and I am a child of that union. Kashtai moves within me. Her memories come to

-Lashtavar. —Lakashtai, servant of the light The kalashtar are a compound race created from the union of humanity and renegade spirits from the plane of dreams — spirits called quori

Noble

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild

Noble Noble Medium humanoid (any race), any alignment Armor Class 15 (breastplate) Hit Points 9 (2d8) Speed 30 ft. STR 11(+0) DEX 12(+1) CON 11(+0) INT 12(+1

) WIS 14(+2) CHA 16(+3) Skills Deception +5, Insight +4, Persuasion +5 Senses passive Perception 12 Languages any two languages Challenge 1/8 (25 XP) Actions Rapier. Melee

Cultist

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

Cultist Cultists swear allegiance to dark powers. They conceal their activities to avoid being ostracized, imprisoned, or executed for their beliefs. Cultist Medium humanoid (any race), any nongood

(+0) Skills Deception +2, Religion +2 Senses passive Perception 10 Languages any one (usually Common) Challenge 1/8 (25 XP) Devotion. The cultist has advantage on saving throws against being

Changeling Traits

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse

Changeling Traits As a changeling, you have the following racial traits. Creature Type. You are a Fey. Size. You are Medium or Small. You choose the size when you select this race. Speed. Your

walking speed is 30 feet. Changeling Instincts. Thanks to your connection to the fey realm, you gain proficiency with two of the following skills of your choice: Deception, Insight, Intimidation

Cultist

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

beliefs. Cultist Medium humanoid (any race), any non-good alignment Armor Class 12 (leather armor) Hit Points 9 (2d8) Speed 30 ft. STR 11 (+0) DEX 12 (+1) CON 10 (+0

) INT 10 (+0) WIS 11 (+0) CHA 10 (+0) Skills Deception +2, Religion +2 Senses passive Perception 10 Languages any one language (usually Common) Challenge 1/8 (25 XP

Chapter 2: Character Races

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

Chapter 2: Character Races Heroes come in many shapes and sizes. This chapter presents character races that are some of the more distinctive race options in the D&D multiverse. They supplement the

consider the implications for their world before adding a new race. Your DM may say yes or no to you using a race or may modifiy it in some way. The following races are detailed in this chapter: Aasimar

Chapter 3: Sunblight

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Chapter 3: Sunblight Adventurers race against time to stop Xardorok Sunblight from unleashing terror upon Ten-Towns. Sequestered among the crags of the Spine of the World is a grim fortress hewn out

is Deep Duerra (the duergar god of conquest). Unknown to Xardorok, his warlock powers come from Asmodeus, the Lord of the Nine Hells, who enjoys impersonating other gods. It is Asmodeus, not Deep

Doppelganger

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild

spread fear, suspicion, and deceit better than doppelgangers. Found in every land and culture, they can take on the guise of any individual of any race. Doppelganger Medium monstrosity

Deception +6, Insight +3 Condition Immunities charmed Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 11 Languages Common Challenge 3 (700 XP) Shapechanger. The doppelganger can use its action to

Dark Elves (Drow)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

Sildëyuir near the Feywild. A conflict with the nilshai, a race of wormlike sorcerers from the Ethereal Plane, forced some star elves to leave their home and come to Faerûn. Wild Elves. These

of these few heroic drow have tempered some people’s opinions toward the race, although the appearance of a dark elf on the surface remains a rare event and a cause for alarm. Many drow in Faerûn hail

Alabaster Racetrack

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

Alabaster Racetrack Sleek white pillars surround what looks like a racetrack. The stands bustle with patrons, all eager to bet on the impending race. This arena hosts nightmare racing. Audience

members can place bets, earning a payout depending on which steeds place in the top two of a given race. Up to six nightmares race at any given time; those who bet on the first-place steed receive triple

Cult Fanatic

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

Fanatic Medium humanoid (any race), any non-good alignment Armor Class 13 (leather armor) Hit Points 33 (6d8 + 6) Speed 30 ft. STR 11 (+0) DEX 14 (+2) CON 12 (+1

) INT 10 (+0) WIS 13 (+1) CHA 14 (+2) Skills Deception +4, Persuasion +4, Religion +2 Senses passive Perception 11 Languages any one language (usually Common) Challenge 2

Berserker

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

Berserker Unpredictable berserkers come together in war parties and seek conflict wherever they can find it. Berserker Medium humanoid (any race), any chaotic alignment Armor Class 13 (hide armor

Celebrate

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

, this day is especially important for Cyran survivors. It is a time when Cyrans come together to remember their lost kingdom. Some tell stories or sing traditional songs, ensuring their culture isn’t

martyred while exposing hidden lycanthropes in Sharn. It is a time when followers of the Flame come together, but often causes tensions with the shifter community. The Hunt (4 Barrakas). In honor of the

Rakdos Lampooner

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

, or effigies to caricature public figures, or sometimes play pranks on those individuals directly in the streets. Rakdos Lampooner Medium humanoid (any race), chaotic evil Armor Class 12 (leather

armor) Hit Points 27 (5d8 + 5) Speed 30 ft. STR 11(+0) DEX 12(+1) CON 13(+1) INT 12(+1) WIS 9(−1) CHA 18(+4) Skills Deception +6, Performance +6

Cult Fanatic

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild

Cult Fanatic Cult Fanatic Medium humanoid (any race), any non-good alignment Armor Class 13 (leather armor) Hit Points 33 (6d8 + 6) Speed 30 ft. STR 11(+0) DEX 14(+2) CON

12(+1) INT 10(+0) WIS 13(+1) CHA 14(+2) Skills Deception +4, Persuasion +4, Religion +2 Senses passive Perception 11 Languages any one language (usually Common

Spy

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild

Spy Spy Medium humanoid (any race), any alignment Armor Class 12 Hit Points 27 (6d8) Speed 30 ft. STR 10(+0) DEX 15(+2) CON 10(+0) INT 12(+1) WIS 14(+2

) CHA 16(+3) Skills Deception +5, Insight +4, Investigation +5, Perception +6, Persuasion +5, Sleight of Hand +4, Stealth +4 Senses passive Perception 16 Languages any two languages

Kalashtar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

come to me in dreams, and at times her voice whispers in the silence of my mind. As long as at least one of my sisters is alive, Kashtai will survive—and as long as she lives, she will fight il

-Lashtavar. —Lakashtai, servant of the light The kalashtar are a compound race created from the union of humanity and renegade spirits from the plane of dreams—spirits called quori. Kalashtar are often

Monsters B - E

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish

Monsters B - E Bandit Captain Medium humanoid (any race), any non-lawful alignment Armor Class 15 (studded leather) Hit Points 65 (10d8 + 20) Speed 30 ft. STR 15(+2) DEX 16(+3

) CON 14(+2) INT 14(+2) WIS 11(+0) CHA 14(+2) Saving Throws Str +4, Dex +5, Wis +2 Skills Athletics +4, Deception +4 Senses passive Perception 10 Languages any

Extras

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

no importance becomes a central figure in an improvised roleplaying scene. Whenever extras are present, be prepared to come up with names and mannerisms on the fly. In a pinch, you can plunder the race-specific character names found in chapter 2 of the Player’s Handbook.

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