Homebrew Dunmer Species Details

Dunmer, or Dark Elves, are the daedric worshiping elves from the alien province of Morrowind. “Dark” is a term used not only for their darkened skin tone, but also from their ill-fated history and general cultural philosophies.

SKIN OF TWILIGHT, EYES OF SUNLIGHT

The ashen-skinned elves are typically the same size and shape as the human races, which makes themshorter than their altmer cousins, but taller than thebosmer. 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 followedtheir 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 orally 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 exceptionalmilitants, mercenaries, and warriors.With the destruction of Vvardenfell and theargonian invasion, many dunmer have fled theirhomeland, trying to make their own way in the world.Their natural martial gifts and resilient heritagemakes them strong survivors.

DUNMER NAMES

Dunmer typically have given names and family names. Those that are the traditional inhabitants ofVvardenfell, known as Ashlanders, also have unique tribe names.

Male Names: Alanil, Aren, Balyn, Boler, Dathus, Evo,Fevris, Gaelion, Hort, Liero, Meryn, Nels, Orval, Ranor,Sarayn, Tavryn, Tendris, Traven, Uthrel, Varon, Vedam

Female Names: Almsi, Amili, Arara, Badala, Balynu,Bronosa, Dalyne, Diren, Ethal, Faras, Gadela, Gelaa,Hlava, Indrasi, Madrana, Nela, Orea, Rila, Sia, Teranya,Urila, Valdrana, Wren

Family Names: Andrano,Arvel, Belas, Dralas, Darethi,Drethen, Falen, Galen, Helvi, Hlaalo, Indaren, Marvel,Moren, Nelas, Omoril, Ralas, Romori, Rothandus,Sarandas, Selaren, Telas, Uveran, Varyon, VelethAshlander Names:Addarari, Asserbassalit,Assunudadnud, Daririnaddunumm, Esatliballit, Gilu,Hairshashishi, Kil, Mirshamammu, Nerendus, Rapli,Serimilk, Timmiririan, Yassabisun, Zabamat

Dunmer Traits

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

Ability Score Improvement

Your dexterity, 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.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Ancestor Guardian

You can cast sanctuary on yourself without expending a spell slot a number of times equal to your Intelligence modifier. You regain all uses of this ability on a long rest. Intelligence is your spellcasting ability for this spell.

Ashlander

You have resistance to fire damage.

Dunmeri Combat Training

You gain proficiency with longswords, shortswords, longbows, and shortbows.

Destruction Specialists

You learn one evocation cantrip of your choice. In addition, you can add your Intelligence modifier (minimum +1) to any damage dealt by an evocation spell once per short rest.

Languages

You can read and write common and dunmeri.