Elven Ascendant (5e Race)
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Elven Ascendant[edit]
"In the tapestry of magic, we are the weavers, shaping the threads of reality with our innate grace and boundless potential."
"The Elven Ascendants, a lineage of ancient elves, have been entwined with the essence of magic from the very cradle of their existence. Their intimate communion with the arcane grants them a profound comprehension of its mysteries, enabling them to effortlessly mold and wield its energies. Revered for their ethereal grace and enigmatic lineage, the Elven Ascendants stand as peerless masters of magic within the annals of elvenkind."
Physical Description[edit]
The Elven Ascendants stand tall and elegant, with lithe frames that move with a grace akin to flowing water. Their almond-shaped eyes shimmer with an otherworldly brilliance, often reflecting the colors of the natural world around them. Elven Ascendants possess striking features, with high cheekbones, pointed ears that taper to delicate points, and angular faces that exude an air of wisdom and sophistication.
Their skin tones vary widely, ranging from pale ivory to deep ebony, often with a subtle luminescence that hints at their magical heritage. Hair among Elven Ascendants is commonly long and lustrous, flowing like silk in the breeze, and it comes in an array of colors, including shades of silver, gold, auburn, and midnight black.
Elven Ascendants favor clothing that reflects their connection to the arcane, often adorned with intricate patterns or symbols representing their affinity for magic. They tend to dress in flowing robes, adorned with fine fabrics and ornate jewelry crafted with exquisite precision. Despite their regal appearance, Elven Ascendants possess an aura of humility and serenity, embodying a quiet strength that belies their ageless wisdom.
Feel free to adapt or embellish upon this physical description to suit your campaign setting and storytelling needs!
History[edit]
In the annals of elven history, the Elven Ascendants emerge as ethereal beings who transcend the boundaries of mortal existence, dwelling within the enigmatic realms of the Astral Plane. Once known as High Elves, they embarked on a transformative journey guided by an insatiable thirst for knowledge and a relentless pursuit of enlightenment.
Led by a select group among them, the Elven Ascendants embarked on a pilgrimage through the astral realms, seeking to unravel the mysteries of existence and transcend the limitations of their mortal forms. Through their profound connection to the arcane, they delved deep into the primordial fabric of reality, forging a profound bond with the essence of magic itself.
Over time, this transformative journey led to a profound metamorphosis, as the Elven Ascendants shed their mortal trappings and ascended to a higher plane of existence. No longer bound by the constraints of physical form, they became beings of pure magic, their essence intertwined with the very fabric of the cosmos.
Within the Astral Plane, the Elven Ascendants became revered as conduits of arcane power, their presence suffusing the astral realms with a luminous brilliance that transcended mortal comprehension. They forged a symbiotic relationship with the essence of magic, channeling its boundless energies to shape and mold reality according to their will.
Among the myriad entities that dwell within the Astral Plane, the Elven Ascendants stand apart as favored children of Wynna, the primordial force of magic. Their intimate connection to the arcane makes them the chosen conduits through which Wynna's power flows, imbuing them with a divine grace and an unparalleled mastery of magic.
As custodians of arcane wisdom and guardians of the astral realms, the Elven Ascendants embody the eternal dance between mortal aspirations and divine transcendence. Theirs is a legacy of enlightenment and evolution, a testament to the boundless potential that lies within the heart of every sentient being.
Society[edit]
In the annals of elven history, the Elven Ascendants emerge as ethereal beings who transcend the boundaries of mortal existence, dwelling within the enigmatic realms of the Astral Plane. Once known as High Elves, they embarked on a transformative journey guided by an insatiable thirst for knowledge and a relentless pursuit of enlightenment.
Led by a select group among them, the Elven Ascendants embarked on a pilgrimage through the astral realms, seeking to unravel the mysteries of existence and transcend the limitations of their mortal forms. Through their profound connection to the arcane, they delved deep into the primordial fabric of reality, forging a profound bond with the essence of magic itself.
Elven Ascendent Traits[edit]
Amidst the luminous threads of existence, the Elven Ascendants weave the tapestry of magic, harmonizing the cosmic symphony with their ethereal grace and boundless wisdom
Ability Score Increase. Your Intelligence increases by 2 and one other score of your choice increases by 1.
Age. Although Ascendents reach physical maturity at about the same age as humans, the elven understanding of adulthood goes beyond physical growth to encompass worldly experience. An elf typically claims adulthood and an adult name around the age of 100 and can live to be 1200 years old.
Alignment. Alignment: The Elven Ascendants, embodying their profound connection to the ebb and flow of magic and existence, often find themselves in a state of balanced neutrality. While they value freedom and individuality, they also understand the importance of order and stability in the cosmos. Their perspective transcends the simplistic notions of good and evil, instead focusing on the preservation of cosmic balance and the pursuit of enlightenment.
Size. Ascendents are the same size as humans. Your size is Medium.
Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
Darkvision. 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 can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.
Arcane Mastery:. Due to your natural affinity for magic, you have advantage on spell attack rolls.
Mystic Affinity. You can communicate telepathically with any creature you can see within 30 feet of you. This communication doesn't require a shared language and lasts for 1 hour.
Ethereal Step. Once per long rest, you can cast the Misty Step spell without expending a spell slot.
Astral 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 trancelike meditation, during which you remain conscious. Whenever you finish this trance, you gain proficiency in one skill of your choice and with one weapon or tool of your choice, selected from the Player's Handbook. You magically acquire these proficiencies by drawing them from shared elven memory and the experiences of entities on the Astral Plane, and you retain them until you finish your next long rest.
Fey Ancestry. You have advantage on saving throws you make to avoid or end the charmed condition on yourself.
Flight .. Because of your wings, you have a flying speed equal to your walking speed. You can't use this flying speed if you're wearing medium or heavy armor
Languages. You can speak, read and write Common and Elvish.
Random Height and Weight[edit]
| Base Height |
Height Modifier* |
Base Weight |
Weight Modifier** |
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| 4′ 8'' | +2d10 | 110 lb. | × (2d4) lb. |
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*Height = base height + height modifier | |||
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