Homebrew Esufey Species Details

The Esufey are the rarest of creatures to wander the planes. Harnessing the various elements of mana that were breathed into the world, they have a direct link to the ebb and flow of the essence of magic. They are some of the few beings made entirely of magic, and as such, they do not have a soul or spirit.

Esufey are watchers, having witnessed and assisted in the birth of nations and civilizations alike. They are famous for having negotiated treaties that have kept peace throughout the planes for ages. Their pacts are legendary and cannot be broken unless an Esufey deems it so-legend says these treaties were born out the Esufey’s love for the world’s new inhabitants like a parent’s love for a child.

Esufey are the embodiment of all magic and carry it in their blood. They are shorter than humans, averaging about 5 feet, and appear vaguely elfish in nature, except for the skin coloration that reflects the dominant element they possess. For example, those with red skin embody fire. On rare occasions, an esufey is born with gray skin, which indicates that they embody all four elements. The Esufey also have great flowing wings to allow them to fly and soar, but these are made of their element and as such can be easily hidden, which is essential because Esufey are also the most hunted beings in the planes. The magic in their blood has many uses and is highly valued, so Esufey often loathe to reveal themselves. They keep to themselves when they can and don disguise when they cannot, using their wings as a last resort for escape far more often than combat.

Esufey Traits

Esufey Traits

Ability Score Mods

Esufey are extremely quick and clever, but due to their lack of bones and muscle, they have very fragile bodies.  
+4 Dex
+2 Int

-2 Str, -2 Con

Elemental Affinity

Esufey are bonded with an element and gain resistance to that type of damage, this choice is made at lvl1 and cannot be changed. In addition to this Esufey cannot be revived through any means except for divine intervention or through a powerful wish spell. The wish spell will require a vial of raw magic in order to create another body for the Esufey to inhabit.

Elemental Affinity (Cold): Gain resistance to cold damage.

Elemental Affinity (Acid): Gain resistance to acid damage.

Elemental Affinity (Fire): Gain resistance to fire damage.

Elemental Affinity (Lightning): Gain resistance to lightning damage.

Enhanced Magic

When Esufey cast spells the same damage type as their elemental affinity they deal 1 extra damage for each damage die rolled.

Hunted

Esufey are hunted for their blood, which is rumored to be magical and useful in creating powerful magic items. As such, they have honed their abilities related to escaping capture. 

Esufey have proficiency in Survival and Stealth.

Spirit Blind

Esufey cannot see or be seen by incorporeal creatures. They cannot see or be the target of any spells, spell-like abilities, or other magical effects from such creatures.

 

Languages

Esufey begin play speaking Common, Elven, and one additional language. They also understand Draconic, but they cannot speak the language. Esufey with high Intelligence scores can choose from the following bonus languages: Draconic, Dwarven, Goblin, and Orc. In addition, esufey with wings have a unique language that only they can understand-a soft language that sounds somewhat like crickets chirping.