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.

Ability Score Increase

Your Intelligence score increases by 1, and you may increase two other scores 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 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.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Darkvision

Thanks to your elven heritage, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can’t discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Ashlander

You have resistance against fire damage.

Ancestor's Wrath

You know the thaumaturgy cantrip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the hellish rebuke spell as a 2nd-level spell once with this trait and regain the ability to do so when you finish a long rest. When you reach 5th level, you can cast the hellish rebuke spell twice per long rest. Intelligence is your spellcasting ability for these spells.

Skill Proficiency

You gain proficiency in the Athletics skill.

Dunmer Combat Training

You are proficient with Daggers, Spears, Shortswords, and Shortbows.

Languages

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