Half-Elf

Classic fifth-edition (2014) SRD 5.1 rules. The complete rules for this entry are reproduced below for use at the table.

  • Ability Score Increase: CHA +2
  • Additional Ability Score Increase: Choose 2 from STR +1, DEX +1, CON +1, INT +1, WIS +1
  • Speed: 30 feet
  • Size: Medium

Age

Half-elves mature at the same rate humans do and reach adulthood around the age of 20. They live much longer than humans, however, often exceeding 180 years.

Alignment

Half-elves share the chaotic bent of their elven heritage. They value both personal freedom and creative expression, demonstrating neither love of leaders nor desire for followers. They chafe at rules, resent others' demands, and sometimes prove unreliable, or at least unpredictable.

Size

Half-elves are about the same size as humans, ranging from 5 to 6 feet tall. Your size is Medium.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common, Elvish, and one extra language of your choice.

Racial Traits

Darkvision

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 cannot discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Fey Ancestry

You have advantage on saving throws against being charmed, and magic cannot put you to sleep.

Skill Versatility

You gain proficiency in two skills of your choice.

  • Choices: Skill: Acrobatics, Skill: Animal Handling, Skill: Arcana, Skill: Athletics, Skill: Deception, Skill: History, Skill: Insight, Skill: Intimidation, Skill: Investigation, Skill: Medicine, Skill: Nature, Skill: Perception, Skill: Performance, Skill: Persuasion, Skill: Religion, Skill: Sleight of Hand, Skill: Stealth, Skill: Survival
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