High Elf
High Elves are a graceful and intelligent species known for their keen minds and mastery of at least the basics of magic. They are often seen as the pinnacle of elven society, possessing a natural grace and refinement that sets them apart from their kin.
There are rumors that there were once two distinct types of High Elves, and there is some evidence to support this theory. Some High Elves have bronze skin and hair of copper, black, or golden blond. Their eyes are often golden, silver, or black. Others are much paler, with alabaster skin sometimes tinged with blue. They often have hair of silver-white, black, or blue, but various shades of blond, brown, and red are not uncommon. Their eyes are typically blue or green, often flecked with gold.
The majority of High Elves can be found in the region of Avaerûn, where they have established thriving communities and maintained their ancient traditions. However, High Elves can be found in various other parts of the world, often living in secluded groves or towers.
Many High Elves arrived in the world with Inas and Ryheia more than 5000 years ago, but very few records of that time have survived. Much of their history has been lost, leaving many questions unanswered about their origins and their early experiences. They do not know what world they came from, only that they were tricked into serving the Dragon and Great Cats until the Velorians arrived and freed them.
Just as many High Elves arrived with the Velorians, and they played a crucial role in liberating the world from the tyranny of the Dragon and Great Cats. Their magical abilities and strategic minds were invaluable in the fight for freedom.
You have Darkvision with a range of 60 feet. Elven Lineage
You are part of a lineage that grants you supernatural abilities. You gain the level 1 benefit of that lineage. When you reach character levels 3 and 5, you learn a higher-level spell, as shown on the table. You always have that spell prepared. You can cast it once without a spell slot, and you regain the ability to cast it in that way when you finish a Long Rest. You can also cast the spell using any spell slots you have of the appropriate level. Intelligence, Wisdom, or Charisma is your spellcasting ability for the spells you cast with this trait (choose the ability when you select the lineage).
Fey Ancestry
You have Advantage on saving throws you make to avoid or end the Charmed condition. Keen Senses
You have proficiency in the Insight, Perception, or Survival skill. Trance
You don’t need to sleep, and magic can’t put you to sleep. You can finish a Long Rest in 4 hours if you spend those hours in a trance like meditation, during which you retain consciousness.
High Elf Traits
As a High Elf, you have these special traits. DarkvisionYou have Darkvision with a range of 60 feet. Elven Lineage
You are part of a lineage that grants you supernatural abilities. You gain the level 1 benefit of that lineage. When you reach character levels 3 and 5, you learn a higher-level spell, as shown on the table. You always have that spell prepared. You can cast it once without a spell slot, and you regain the ability to cast it in that way when you finish a Long Rest. You can also cast the spell using any spell slots you have of the appropriate level. Intelligence, Wisdom, or Charisma is your spellcasting ability for the spells you cast with this trait (choose the ability when you select the lineage).
| Level 1 | Level 3 | Level 5 |
|---|---|---|
| You know the Prestidigitation cantrip. Whenever you finish a Long Rest, you can replace that cantrip with a different cantrip from the Wizard spell list. | Detect Magic | Misty Step |
You have Advantage on saving throws you make to avoid or end the Charmed condition. Keen Senses
You have proficiency in the Insight, Perception, or Survival skill. Trance
You don’t need to sleep, and magic can’t put you to sleep. You can finish a Long Rest in 4 hours if you spend those hours in a trance like meditation, during which you retain consciousness.
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