Homebrew Glasya Tiefling Species Details

Born from a lineage touched by the seductive and manipulative magic of Glasya, Archduchess of the Sixth Layer of the Nine Hells, these tieflings embody a dangerous grace and an innate understanding of subtle influence. Unlike many of their fiendish kin who might bear the blunt marks of brute strength or fiery wrath, Glasya tieflings are often strikingly beautiful, possessing an alluring charm that belies their true nature.

Appearance: Glasya tieflings often have an otherworldly elegance. Their skin tones can range from human-like hues to shades of deep purple, crimson, or even a pearlescent white that seems to shimmer with inner light. Their horns are typically more delicate and artistic, perhaps spiraling gracefully, resembling polished obsidian, or even appearing as if crafted from intricate bone. Their tails are usually prehensile and expressive, capable of subtle gestures that enhance their manipulative prowess. Eyes frequently gleam with intelligence and a hint of mischief, often in colors like gold, silver, emerald, or a piercing violet. They might possess an unnatural, almost too-perfect symmetry to their features, and their voices are often low, melodic, and persuasive. Some even manifest an ethereal beauty, their movements fluid and captivating.

Personality: The influence of Glasya grants these tieflings a natural inclination towards intrigue, deception, and the art of persuasion. They are often incredibly charismatic, capable of weaving words like spells and bending others to their will with a smile and a well-placed whisper. While they can be fiercely loyal to those they deem worthy, their loyalties are often transactional, and they rarely show their true hand. They thrive on secrets, enjoy playing games of power, and possess a keen intellect that allows them to anticipate the desires and weaknesses of others. They are masters of disguise, not just physically, but emotionally, able to adopt any facade necessary to achieve their goals. Beneath their charming exterior, however, often lies a pragmatic and calculating mind, unafraid to exploit others for personal gain.

• Legacy of Malbolge. You know the Minor Illusion cantrip. Once you reach 3rd level, you can cast the Disguise Self spell once as a 2nd-level spell. Once you reach 5th level, you can also cast the Invisibility spell once as a 2nd-level spell. You must finish a long rest to cast these spells again with this trait. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells.

 

As a Tiefling, you have the following special traits.

Legacy of Malbolge

• Legacy of Malbolge. You know the Minor Illusion cantrip. Once you reach 3rd level, you can cast the Disguise Self spell once as a 2nd-level spell. Once you reach 5th level, you can also cast the Invisibility spell once as a 2nd-level spell. You must finish a long rest to cast these spells again with this trait. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells.

Darkvision

You have Darkvision with a range of 60 feet.

Otherworldly Presence

You know the Thaumaturgy cantrip. When you cast it with this trait, the spell uses the same spellcasting ability you use for your Fiendish Legacy Trait.