Homebrew Devann Species Details

Creating a species inspired by Black Butler can incorporate themes of elegance, infernal contracts, and Victorian-era aesthetics. Here’s an idea for a playable D&D race:

The Devann (Infernal Attendants)

Born of a contract, bound by elegance.

Physical Traits

•Appearance: The Devann are humanoid but unnervingly perfect in form. They have pale or flawless dark skin, piercing eyes that glow faintly in low light (often in hues of red, blue, or purple), and a shadow-like aura that subtly shifts around them. They are always impeccably dressed, seemingly incapable of appearing disheveled.

•Height: Slightly taller than most humans, averaging 6-7 feet.

•Features: Their movements are smooth and calculated, resembling dancers or predators.

Culture and Background

The Devann are not born in the traditional sense. Each is conjured through an infernal contract, bound to serve a mortal in exchange for part of their soul. They inherit knowledge, skills, and an almost supernatural refinement that makes them unparalleled butlers, advisors, and protectors. However, once their contract is fulfilled, they gain the freedom to live as they choose.

Despite their origins, the Devann are not inherently evil. Their morality often reflects the nature of their mortal masters. Some strive to live independent lives, while others find new contracts, unable to resist their instinct to serve.

Racial Traits

•Ability Score Increase: +2 Charisma, +1 Dexterity or Intelligence, immunity to charm and being frightened

•Size: Medium

•Speed: 30 ft.

Features

1.Elegance Incarnate: You have proficiency in Persuasion and Insight. You also cannot roll lower than a 10 on checks involving proper etiquette or decorum.

2.Contractual Power: You are bound to a mortal contract. While bound, you can telepathically communicate with your contractor within 120 feet. You can also sense their location if they are within 1 mile.

3.Infernal Grace: As a reaction, you can impose disadvantage on an attack targeting your contractor.

4.Shadowborn Heritage: You have resistance to necrotic damage and darkvision up to 60 feet.

5.Unyielding Will: immunity to charm and fear.

6.Deathless Loyalty: If your contractor dies, you can immediately stabilize them at 1 hit point. Once you use this feature, you cannot use it again until you finish a long rest.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and Infernal.

Devann Traits

Ability Score Increase: +2 Charisma, +1 Dexterity or Intelligence, immunity to charm and being frightened