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  • Putting the Fur in Firbolg: The Evolution of a Character Race
    Jan 14, 2022 by James Haeck

    The firbolg race first came to fifth-edition Dungeons & Dragons in Volo's Guide to Monsters, but its popularity exploded with Critical Role's take on the race. Here's a look back at the firbolg through the editions and where they stand today!

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  • How the Metallic Dragonborn in Fizban's Treasury of Dragons Compares to the Original
    Oct 9, 2021 by Michael Galvis

    Dragonborn fans rejoice! Three ancestries of the dragonborn race are introduced in Fizban's Treasury of Dragons. Here's a preview of the metallic dragonborn and how it compares to the original dragonborn found in the Player's Handbook!

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  • New D&D Race! Get a Sneak Peek at Harengons From The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
    Sep 16, 2021 by Michael Galvis

    Harengons and faeries are two new playable races coming in The Wild Beyond the Witchlight. Get a first look at harengons before the adventure releases on September 21, and get tips for building and roleplaying one!

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  • D&D 101: Choosing a Race for Your Dungeons & Dragons Character
    Aug 31, 2021 by Jeremy Blum

    If you're new to Dungeons & Dragons, this primer will introduce you to the races found in the Player's Handbook. Learn about the prideful dragonborn, versatile half-elf, charming tiefling, and more here.

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  • Revisiting the Dragonborn With New Lineages From Unearthed Arcana
    May 17, 2021 by Jeremy Blum

    The dragonborn lineages in Unearthed Arcana can be playtested on D&D Beyond! But first, find out how the new dragonborn compare to their predecessors found in the Player's Handbook, and learn about the all-new gem dragonborn!

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