Homebrew Crimson Demon Species Details

Originally derived from a group of modified humans, Crimson Demons for the most part appear to be normal humans, with one exception: their eyes all feature deep crimson irises that glow when they experience intense emotions. Those unfamiliar with Crimson Demons often misinterpret the glow as a sign of anger, a mistake which, depending on the individual, can be seen as either useful or frustrating. They also tend to have dark hair.

While their general physiology is identical to that of ordinary humans, Crimson Demons possess abnormally high magical potential, as well as exceptional intelligence, making them well suited to wielding powerful magic.

Crimson Demon Traits

Crimson Demons have the following traits.

Ability Score Increase

Your Intelligence and Charisma scores increase by 2.

Traditional Crimson Demon Clan Introduction

You know the Thaumaturgy cantrip and use it excessively, especially when introducing yourself. You can use it without expending an action.

Magical Education

You gain proficiency in the Arcana skill, and if you do not have proficiency in the History skill, you are considered proficient when making a History check related to magic or magical items.

Indomitable Will of the Fearsome Crimson Demons

When an effect forces you to make a saving throw to avoid being frightened, charmed, or stunned, you can choose to replace the ability modifier for the saving throw with either your Intelligence or Charisma modifier. You only apply proficiency if you had proficiency with the original saving throw ability.

Release of the Cursed Power Sealed Within

You can draw on your innate magic reserves to amplify the power of your spells, although doing so puts a drain on your body. When you cast a non-concentration spell using a spell slot of 8th level or lower, you can raise the effective level of the spell. Each level you raise the spell by inflicts you with one level of exhaustion once you finish casting; the spell's level cannot exceed 9, nor can it be raised to a point where you would exceed level 5 exhaustion as a result. If you reach level 5 exhaustion using this feature, you fall prone. Exhaustion gained from using this feature can be recovered from thrice as fast as normal (i.e. you remove up to three levels where you would normally remove one). Once you use this feature, you can't use it again until you finish a long rest.

Alignment

Since their culture emphasizes "coolness" above all else, Crimson Demons tend towards chaotic alignments. They won't hesitate to disregard rules or societal conventions if they sense an opportunity to do something "awesome," although they are generally accepting of the consequences of their actions.

Age

Crimson Demons have the same natural lifespan as regular humans, maturing in their teens and generally living no more than a century.

 

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