Homebrew Shadow Genasi Species Details

As a shadow genasi, you are descended from the oft-forgotten Khayal. You are likely cunning and swift, taking joy in your quick wit and ability to outthink most other creatures. You tend to feel most comfortable when not in the spotlight; allowing others to take all the attention is the best strategy for going unnoticed.

Almost all shadow genasi are cool to the touch. Most of your kind have dark eyes, making it difficult for anyone to tell where you’re looking or how you’re feeling. Your shadow might have unusual characteristics as well. It may sometimes move on its own or react when you feel strong emotions.

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Shadow Genasi Traits

Being a descendant of a Khayal most Shadow Genasi are a reclusive people as they stay to the shadows or to manipulate their enemies into forgetting they were ever seen.

Ability Score Increase

Your Charisma score increases by 1.

Deceptive

You gain proficiency in the Deception skill.

Improved Darkvision

You can see in dim light within 120 feet of you as if it were bright light and in darkness as if it were dim light.

Wreath in Shadow

You can cast the Blur spell once with this trait, requiring no material components, and you regain the ability to cast it this way when you finish a long rest. Constitution is your spellcasting ability for this spell.