Deiara (5e Race)

Deiara

Physical Description

A Deiara of War, Preparing for the Hunt.

Deiara bear the unmistakable mark of divine heritage, their forms sculpted to near-perfection as though molded by celestial hands. Their very presence commands attention, whether through an ethereal glow that lingers about their skin or the subtle hum of divine energy woven into their being. Their eyes often shimmer with unnatural hues, golden irises that burn like molten sunlight, silver pupils that reflect the heavens, or deep violet pools that hint at cosmic wisdom. Some possess faint halos that flicker in and out of existence, or skin that seems to defy imperfection, unnaturally smooth and unmarred by time or hardship. Their hair, whether flowing like liquid gold or dark as the void between stars, sometimes carries a soft luminescence, catching the moonlight with an otherworldly shimmer. Even their voices set them apart; some carry a resonance that stirs the soul, each word infused with a weight that lingers in the air, while others speak in tones so soothing or commanding that mortals instinctively listen. These traits, subtle or pronounced, mark them as beings apart from ordinary mortals, living embodiments of divine will, walking among the lesser realms with an aura that inspires reverence, awe, or, in some, deep unease.

History

The Deiara are not born in the conventional sense but are instead woven into existence by the will of gods, shaped from mortal flesh and infused with celestial essence. Some are the direct offspring of divine and mortal unions, the result of an affair between a god and a fleeting lover, their blood carrying the raw power of their celestial parentage. Others are chosen from among mortals and transformed, granted their divine nature through ascension, blessings, or even as a test of their worth. Some arise as champions, blessed in recognition of their deeds, while others are cursed with their status, forever marked by a god’s whims or displeasure. The nature of their creation often defines their path; some are raised in celestial courts, basking in divine wisdom, while others grow up among mortals, never truly belonging, their power an alien thing in the world of the ordinary. Some Deiara accept their role as divine agents, moving as their gods' hands upon the mortal plane, while others reject their celestial blood, striving to carve their own fates. Regardless of their origins, each Deiara’s existence is a living testament to the gods’ influence upon the world, their deeds often echoing through legend long after their time has passed.

Society

Deiara do not form a singular culture or civilization of their own, as their divine origins are too varied, and their destinies too scattered. Some grow up among mortals, raised as warriors, nobles, or even peasants, their celestial nature revealing itself only in whispers and rumors. Others are reared in celestial courts or divine sanctuaries, raised by the hands of angels, demigods, or priests who seek to guide them toward their greater purpose. A few live as wanderers, unbound by mortal ties, their journey defined by the endless search for meaning in their existence. Wherever they go, mortals react with a mixture of reverence and fear, some bow before them as living emissaries of the gods, while others shun them as harbingers of fate’s cruel machinations. Many Deiara find solace only in one another, for only their own kind truly understand the burden of their ancestry. When two Deiara meet, there is an unspoken kinship between them, a shared weight of expectation and destiny that neither mortal nor god can fully grasp. Whether embraced or rejected, their divine blood ensures they will never be ordinary, forever caught between the realms of mortals and gods.

Deiara Names

Deiara names often carry celestial or divine undertones, inspired by ancient myths, holy scriptures, or the names of gods themselves. Many adopt names that reflect their patron deity or the domain they embody.

Male: Caelus, Orion, Icarion, Solis, Theron, Valtor, Zephion

Female: Astraea, Seraphina, Elaris, Lyria, Nyxara, Vespera, Selene

Deiara Traits

Beings infused with divine power, Deiara are the offspring or chosen of the gods, blessed with supernatural gifts.
Ability Score Increase. Your Charisma score increases by 1 and your Strength score increases by 1.
Age. Deiara mature at the same rate as humans but can live up to 500 years, their divine heritage slowing their aging process.
Alignment. Due to their celestial nature, Deiara tend toward lawful or good alignments, though some reject their divine purpose and follow their own path.
Size. Deiara stand between 5 and 7 feet tall, their physique reflecting divine perfection. Your size is Medium.
Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
Celestial Resilience. You have resistance to radiant and necrotic damage.
Divine Legacy. You know the Thaumaturgy cantrip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast Divine Favor once per long rest. When you reach 5th level, you can cast Lesser Restoration once per long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells.
Blessed Form. You do not require food or drink to sustain yourself, as divine energy nourishes you.
Awe-Inspiring Presence. You have proficiency in either the Persuasion or Intimidation skill (your choice).
Guiding Light. As a bonus action, you can shed bright light in a 10-foot radius and dim light for an additional 10 feet. This light lasts for 1 minute or until you dismiss it as a free action.
Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and Celestial.

Deiara of Authority

Blessed by gods of rulership and order, the Deiara of Authority inspire confidence and command respect. Whether as officials, military leaders, or respected mediators, they wield divine influence to bring structure and stability, possessing an innate sense of control over situations and people.

Ability Score Increase. Your Charisma score increases by 1.
Gift of Command. You can cast Command once per long rest without expending a spell slot. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for this spell.
Inspiring Leadership. As a bonus action, you can grant an ally within 30 feet temporary hit points equal to your proficiency bonus + your Charisma modifier. You can use this feature a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus per long rest.
Aura of Resolve. Allies within 10 feet of you have advantage on saving throws against being Charmed.
Voice of Authority. You gain proficiency in Persuasion. If you are already proficient, you add double your proficiency bonus instead.
Heavenly Mandate. When making a Charisma (Persuasion) or (Intimidation) check against creatures of lower Intelligence than you, you can roll a d4 and add the result to your check. You can use this feature a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus per long rest.

Deiara of Endurance

Blessed by gods of perseverance and resilience, the Deiara of Endurance embody the unyielding spirit of mortals who refuse to break. They endure hardships without faltering, their divine strength pushing them beyond mortal limits.

Ability Score Increase. Your Constitution score increases by 1.
Divine Resilience. You gain proficiency in one saving throw of your choice.
Steadfast Spirit. When you roll a Constitution saving throw to maintain concentration on a spell, you can roll a d4 and add the result to your total.
Tireless Body. You require only 4 hours of rest to gain the benefits of a long rest. Additionally, you have advantage on saving throws against exhaustion.
Unyielding Will. When you are reduced to 0 hit points but not killed outright, you can remain at 1 hit point instead. Once you use this feature, you can’t use it again until you finish a long rest.
Pain Forged Strength. When you take damage, you can use your reaction to gain temporary hit points equal to your proficiency bonus. You can use this feature a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus per long rest.

Deiara of Knowledge

Blessed by gods of wisdom and insight, the Deiara of Knowledge possess keen intellect and a thirst for understanding. They serve as scholars, oracles, and seekers of hidden truths, wielding divine insight to uncover the mysteries of the world.

Ability Score Increase. Your Intelligence score increases by 1.
Divine Insight. You can cast Identify or Detect Magic once per long rest without expending a spell slot. Intelligence is your spellcasting ability for these spells.
Keen Mind. You gain proficiency in Arcana or History (your choice). If you are already proficient, you add double your proficiency bonus instead.
Guided Vision. Once per long rest, when making an Intelligence (Investigation) or Wisdom (Insight) check, you can roll a d20 twice and take the higher result.
Memory of the Divine. You can recall any text or spoken words you have heard in the past week with perfect accuracy.
Prophetic Glimpse. As a reaction to rolling initiative, you can grant yourself or an ally within 30 feet advantage on the first attack roll, saving throw, or ability check they make in combat. Once you use this feature, you can’t use it again until you finish a long rest.

Deiara of War

Blessed by gods of battle and conquest, the Deiara of War are warriors touched by divine might, their every strike guided by their patron’s will. Whether leading from the front or striking from the shadows, they embody martial excellence.

Ability Score Increase. Your Strength score increases by 1.
Martial Blessing. You gain proficiency with one martial weapon of your choice and with medium armor.
Battlefield Clarity. When you roll for initiative, you can add a d4 to your roll.
Fury of the Gods. Once per long rest, when you hit with a melee weapon attack, you can deal extra radiant damage equal to your level.
Adrenaline Surge. When you take damage, you can use your reaction to move up to half your speed without provoking opportunity attacks.
Glorious Charge. When you move at least 20 feet straight toward a creature and hit it with a melee attack, the target must make a Strength saving throw (DC 8 + your proficiency bonus + your Strength modifier) or be knocked prone. Once you use this feature, you can’t use it again until you finish a long rest.

Deiara of Fate

Blessed by gods of destiny and the unseen, the Deiara of Fate walk a path already woven, their lives guided by the hand of divine providence. Their presence bends luck, altering the course of events in subtle but profound ways.

Ability Score Increase. Your Wisdom score increases by 1.
Weaver of Fate. You can cast Augury once per long rest without expending a spell slot. Wisdom is your spellcasting ability for this spell.
Threads of Destiny. When you or a creature you can see within 30 feet makes an ability check, attack roll, or saving throw, you can roll a d4 and add or subtract the result from their roll. You can use this feature a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus per long rest.
Hidden Paths. You gain proficiency in the Stealth skill.
Ethereal Veil. As a bonus action, you can briefly shift between reality and the ethereal plane, gaining resistance to all damage except force until the start of your next turn. Once you use this feature, you can’t use it again until you finish a long rest.
Foreseen Step. When you would be hit by an attack, you can use your reaction to impose disadvantage on the attack roll. You can use this feature a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus per long rest.

Random Height and Weight

Base Height	Height Modifier*	Base Weight	Weight Modifier**
5′ 6''	+2d6	120 lb.	× (2d4 lb.) lb.
*Height = base height + height modifier **Weight = base weight + (height modifier × weight modifier)

Suggested Characteristics

When creating a Deiara character, you can use the following table of traits, ideals, bonds, and flaws to help flesh out your character. Use these tables in addition to or in place of your background's characteristics.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I speak with the authority of one who knows their destiny.
2	My emotions burn as bright as the sun, I love deeply, hate fiercely, and fight passionately.
3	I struggle with the weight of my divine blood, fearing I will never live up to it.
4	I see omens and signs in everything around me.
5	I have little patience for mortals who waste their potential.
6	I prefer to keep my divine nature a secret, living as a normal person.
7	My presence must be known, I am the chosen of the gods, and all shall recognize it.
8	I long for the heavens and often gaze at the stars, yearning for my place among them.

d6	Ideal
1	Justice. My power is a gift to protect the weak and punish the wicked.
2	Freedom. I refuse to be a pawn of gods or fate, I make my own destiny.
3	Honor. My actions must reflect the divinity that flows through me.
4	Power. I was chosen for greatness, and I will seize it.
5	Knowledge. Divine or not, all things can be understood.
6	Legacy. My deeds shall be sung for generations.

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