Homebrew DUNMER Species Details

SKIN OF TWILIGHT, EYES OF SUNLIGHT

The ashen skinned elves are typically the same size and shape as the human races, which makes them shorter than their altmer cousins, but taller than the bosmer. Their skin tone ranges from green, to varying shades of grey, to light blue, and their red glowing eyes make their appearance exceptionally unique. More often than not, their hair is jet black, but it can range in color from white, to grey, shades of dark brown, and on rare occasions, dark red.

A CURSE AS A REMINDER

Before the dark elves were known as they are today, they were called the Chimer, or People of the North. They were a dissident tribe of aldmeri who followed their prophet Veloth and worshiped the three 'good' daedra. They traveled to modern day Morrowind, where they warred with the Dwemer and Orcs. After the Battle of Red Mountain, the 'Living Gods' of the Tribunal betrayed their oath to Azura, which forever cursed them with skin as black as ash, and eyes red with fire. They were from then on known as the Dunmer. The Dunmer have always had a grim outlook, which may either be due to their unfortunate past, or perhaps a cause for it. They are generally disdainful, and distrusting of other races and those born outside of Morrowind, which they refer to as outlanders. Nationalistic and proud, the dunmer are also ruthless and cruel, but they are also exceptionally loyal and have strong family values maintained by ancestral worship. They are not quick to trust anyone who claims to be a friend, but once a dunmer gives someone their loyalty, the dunmer is a firm friend or ally for life. Another dark side of dunmer history is their extensive use of slavery. Mostly argonian and khajiit slaves were used, but so were men and mer in rare cases. Their vengeful nature and long history of ill repute prevents them from gaining significant influence with the other nations.

BALANCED WARRIORS

Dunmer are exceptionally well rounded warriors. Notable for their powerful intellect, agile physique, and natural strength, dunmer are exceptional militants, mercenaries, and warriors. With the destruction of Vvardenfell and the argonian invasion, many dunmer have fled their homeland, trying to make their own way in the world. Their natural martial gifts and resilient heritage makes them strong survivors.

DUNMER Traits

Your Dunmer character has a variety of natural abilities common with all other Dunmer.

Attribute Score Increase.

Your Agility, Intelligence, and Strength scores increase by 1.

Age

As all elves, Dunmer are long lived, maturing at the same rate as humans, but possibly living longer than 300 years.

Alignment

Dunmer tend to be neutral with a propensity for chaos. They have rejected many of the traditions that were set before them, while adopting their new customs of their own.

Size

Dark Elves have average builds, and their height is between 5 and 6 feet tall. Your size is Medium.

Ancestor Guardian

As a reaction, you gain advantage on saving throws against spells that deal damage until the start of your next turn. You can use this trait a number of times equal to your Endurance modifier (minimum of 1). You regain all expended uses at the end of a long rest.

Ashlander

You have a natural resistance to fire damage.

Dunmer Combat Training

You are proficient in Long Blade, Marksman, and Short Blade

Skill Proficiency

You gain proficiency in the Athletics skill.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Tamrielic and Dunmeri.