Homebrew Breton Species Details

Bretons, the proud and diverse race in the Elder Scrolls universe, call the province of High Rock their ancestral home. Descended from a unique blend of human settlers and Aldmeri (High Elf) immigrants, they inherit a rich cultural heritage that combines the best of both worlds. With a striking appearance often characterized by fair skin and a range of hair colors, Bretons are known for their captivating charm and striking intellect.

Renowned for their magical affinity, Bretons possess an innate talent for spellcasting, making them exceptional mages and sorcerers. This natural aptitude is further complemented by their racial ability to absorb magical attacks, offering them an added layer of protection on the battlefield. Their keen intellect and wit enable them to unravel complex arcane mysteries, making them prominent scholars and alchemists.

While magic plays a significant role in Breton society, they are also skilled in more conventional combat, honing their swordsmanship and archery skills. This makes them versatile warriors who can thrive in both melee and magical confrontations.

Breton society is a mosaic of diverse cultures, each associated with different regions in High Rock. They have a feudal system with a long history of internal conflicts and political intrigues, creating a complex tapestry of allegiances and rivalries among noble families.

Despite their human heritage, Bretons have a somewhat ambivalent relationship with other human races like Nords and Imperials, given their ties to the Aldmeri Dominion. Similarly, their partial Elven ancestry occasionally leads to tensions with the more traditional and aloof Altmer.

A people of rich traditions and distinctive cultural norms, Bretons celebrate their festivals and customs with great enthusiasm, including honoring their unique pantheon of gods. Throughout the Elder Scrolls series, the Bretons' captivating blend of magical prowess, alluring charm, and cultural diversity adds depth and intrigue to the diverse and ever-evolving world of Tamriel.

Breton Traits

You Have The Following Racial Traits:

Ability Score Increase

Your Intelligence score increases by 2

Ability Score Increase

Your Charisma score increases by 1

Magical Affinity

You have proficiency in the Arcana skill. Additionally, you know one cantrip of your choice from the Wizard spell list. Intelligence is your spellcasting ability for it.

Dragon Skin

As an action, you can call on your innate magic to shield yourself. Until the end of your next turn, you have resistance to damage from spells. Once you use this trait, you can't use it again until you finish a short or long rest.

Breton Resilience

You have advantage on saving throws against being charmed, and magic can't put you to sleep.

Language - Common

Language - Common

Language - Choose One

One extra language of your choice.

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