Homebrew Amra's Half-Elf Species Details

Half-elves are the result of a union between elves and humans, and are a fairly common race in the eastern lands of Amra. Their diverse heritage provides them with an innate sense of wanderlust and a natural curiosity, driving them to explore and discover new lands and continents. With an adaptable nature and an affinity for diplomacy, half-elves easily find their place in the world, making them welcome in all civilized lands. They can be found traversing the length and breadth of Amra, embracing the best of both elven and human cultures.

However, in the elven realms of Tel'Donor, Tel'Dovan, and Tel'Areth, half-elves are viewed with scorn and suspicion, often regarded as the result of an indiscretion that should have been prevented. Despite their strained relationship with their elven kin, many half-elves still feel a pull towards their mystical heritage and long for acceptance from the enigmatic elven society.

Physically, half-elves display traits from both their elven and human lineage. They tend to have the slender frame and delicate features of elves, yet their stature is slightly more robust and closer to that of humans. Their eyes, often reflecting their vibrant spirit, can range from a striking green to a deep blue or even a mesmerizing mix of both.

With their elven ancestry, half-elves possess enhanced senses, a strong affinity for magic, and the ability to see in the dark. At the same time, they inherit the adaptability and resilience of humans, allowing them to navigate the challenges of the world with confidence and determination. This unique blend of qualities makes half-elves versatile adventurers, capable of excelling in various roles and professions.

In the realm of Amra, half-elves are valued for their ability to bridge the gap between different races and cultures. As natural-born mediators and diplomats, they often serve as ambassadors, traders, or emissaries, helping to foster understanding and cooperation among the diverse peoples that inhabit the world.

General characteristics of Amra's Half-elves:

Skill Score Increase: Your Charisma score increases by 2, and your score for two skills of your choice increases by 1 each.

Age: Half-elves reach maturity in their teens and can live to be 180 years old.

Size: Half-elves are a medium-sized race, usually around 5 to 6 feet tall.

Speed: Your base speed is 30 feet.

Vision in the dark: You have darkvision up to 60 feet.

Enchantment Resistance: You have advantage on saving throws against enchantment and cannot be put into a magical sleep.

Versatile Ability: You can choose two abilities from any class. You are proficient in them.

Amra's Half-Elf Traits

Your half-elf character has some qualities in common with elves and some that are unique to half-elves.

Ability Score Increase

Your Charisma score increases by 2, and two other ability scores of your choice increase by 1.

Age

Half-elves mature at the same rate humans do and reach adulthood around the age of 20. They live much longer than humans, however, often exceeding 180 years.

Size

Half-elves are about the same size as humans, ranging from 5 to 6 feet tall. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Darkvision

Thanks to your elf blood, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can’t discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Fey Ancestry

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

Skill Versatility

You gain proficiency in two skills of your choice.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common, Elvish, and one extra language of your choice.