Homebrew Drakari Species Details

Drakaris are a striking fusion of elven elegance and draconic power. Their forms are primarily humanoid, often resembling elves in stature and facial structure, but marked by unmistakable draconic traits. Patches of scales cover parts of their bodies, ranging in color from deep crimson and emerald green to shimmering gold or icy blue, reflecting their ancestral lineage.

Their physical features vary widely between individuals. Some possess sweeping horns, long tails, or both, while others may lack these traits entirely. However, all draconic elves display scales somewhere on their bodies, a constant sign of their heritage. Their ears are typically pointed like those of elves, and their eyes can appear fully elven, distinctly draconic with slit pupils, or a unique combination of both. Sometimes even showing different traits in each eye.

This dual nature often shapes their identity. Drakaris may feel the pull of two very different legacies: the emotional intensity and raw power of dragonkind, and the mystical awareness and cultural depth of elven society. Some embrace one side more strongly, while others strive to balance both, walking a path that is entirely their own.

Their abilities reflect this blend of origins. They possess a natural resistance to elemental forces tied to their draconic ancestry, alongside a subtle resilience of mind inherited from their fey lineage. Though not as physically imposing as true dragonborn nor as deeply attuned to magic as full elves, Drakaris embody a unique harmony of both worlds.

Drakari Traits

Creature type: Humanoid

Size: Medium (about 5-6 feet tall)

Speed: 30 feet

AC: 10 + Dexterity modifier

Languages: Common + Elvish + Draconic

Drakari Ancestry
Your draconic lineage manifests in your body. Choose one of the following damage types: acid, cold, fire, lightning, or poison. You have resistance to the chosen damage type.

Chromatic Exhale

As an action, exhale destructive energy in a 15-foot cone or 30-foot line (choose the shape each time).

• Creatures make a Dexterity saving throw
• DC = 8 + your proficiency bonus + your Constitution modifier
• Damage = 1d8, increasing to 2d8 at level 5, 3d8 at 11, 4d8 at 17
• On a success: half damage

You can use this once per long rest, or twice at level 5+

 

 

Darkvision: You have Darkvision with range of 60 feet.

 

Always aware: You have proficiency in Perception

Reverie: You can finish a Long Rest in 4 hours if you spend those hours in a trancelike meditation, during which you retain consciousness.

 

 

 

 

Drakari Traits

A fusion of dragon and elf, you wield both elemental power and fey resilience.