Royalist (5e Race)
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Royalist[edit]
- "The realm is our legacy, and its splendor is eternal."*
Physical Description[edit]
Royalists possess an ethereal elegance, their features refined to near perfection. Their skin is smooth, almost porcelain-like, with an unnatural radiance that suggests an origin beyond mere mortality. Their eyes shimmer with a faint, regal glow, and their hair, often silver, gold, or deep midnight, flows effortlessly. Despite their noble appearance, Royalists are not inherently divine—rather, they are the remnants of an ancient, forgotten monarchy, their power woven into the very fabric of reality.
History[edit]
The Royalists were once the rulers of a grand celestial empire, their palaces stretching beyond the mortal realms. Through ancient magics, they forged a domain that defied time, allowing them to sustain their courts eternally. However, the empire fell, its name lost to history, yet its people endured. The Royalists now wander the world, carrying with them the grandeur of their forgotten kingdom, seeking to reclaim what was once theirs or create new realms in their image.
Society[edit]
Royalists live by an unshakable belief in their own sovereignty. Even those who find themselves in adventuring parties or common settlements maintain an air of majesty. Their societies are structured around elaborate courts, where influence is dictated by one’s ability to maintain an eternal estate. Despite their displacement, Royalists always carry the traditions of their empire, treating every gathering as an extension of their lost dominion.
Royalist Names[edit]
Royalist names carry echoes of their former grandeur. Their first names are often melodic and stately, while their surnames are remnants of their noble houses.
Male: Alistair, Veylian, Xalador, Lucien, Ormont Female: Seraphina, Isolde, Valeria, Zephyria, Lirielle
Royalist Traits[edit]
A noble race of otherworldly aristocrats, bound to the splendor of their eternal estates.
Ability Score Increase. Your Charisma score increases by 2, and your Intelligence or Wisdom score increases by 1.
Age. Royalists mature at the same rate as humans but do not visibly age beyond their prime. They can live indefinitely unless slain.
Alignment. Royalists tend toward Lawful alignments, as they uphold their traditions with an iron will.
Size. Royalists stand between 5’10” and 7 feet tall, maintaining an imposing presence. Your size is Medium.
Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
Regal Domain. You can create an extradimensional mansion, known as your *Grand Estate*. This functions identically to *Mordenkainen’s Magnificent Mansion*, except the mansion remains indefinitely unless you willingly dismiss it. The servants are perfectly lifelike humans, bound to your will. You can reshape the mansion’s layout at will while inside. If you die, the mansion vanishes. You can only have one mansion at a time.
Noble Presence. You have proficiency in Persuasion.
Eternal Retainers. Your mansion's servants are indistinguishable from normal humans, capable of carrying out complex tasks and responding to simple conversations. They lack personal ambitions and cannot leave the mansion.
Lingering Majesty. Even outside your mansion, you exude an air of authority. You can cast *Command* once per long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for this trait.
Language of the Court. You can speak, read, and write Common and one additional language of your choice, typically one associated with nobility or lost civilizations.
Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and one additional language of your choice.
Random Height and Weight[edit]
| Base Height |
Height Modifier* |
Base Weight |
Weight Modifier** |
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| 5′ 10'' | ++2d6 | 120 lb. | × (× (2d4)) lb. |
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*Height = base height + height modifier | |||
Suggested Characteristics[edit]
When creating a Royalist 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 as if I were addressing a royal court, no matter the audience. |
| 2 | My standards of etiquette are impossibly high, even for nobles. |
| 3 | I never raise my voice—I command through presence, not volume. |
| 4 | I view even kings and queens as equals, not superiors. |
| 5 | My home is my kingdom, and I am its undisputed ruler. |
| 6 | I subtly correct the etiquette of those around me, whether they like it or not. |
| 7 | I am fiercely protective of my retainers and expect absolute loyalty in return. |
| 8 | I collect artifacts and symbols of lost monarchies, preserving their legacy. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | **Grandeur.** The world should be as refined and beautiful as I envision it. (Good) |
| 2 | **Legacy.** I must restore my fallen house to its rightful place. (Lawful) |
| 3 | **Control.** Order is only maintained when the strong rule over the weak. (Evil) |
| 4 | **Tradition.** The old ways are best, and I uphold them at all costs. (Lawful) |
| 5 | **Indulgence.** A life of pleasure is the only life worth living. (Neutral) |
| 6 | **Isolation.** The world is unworthy of my presence—I shall remain within my estate. (Chaotic) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | My mansion is my most prized possession. I will never let it fall to ruin. |
| 2 | I protect those I have deemed worthy of my court. |
| 3 | I seek a throne worthy of my lineage. |
| 4 | My retainers are my family, and I will defend them as such. |
| 5 | A forgotten relic of my empire must be reclaimed. |
| 6 | My estate is a monument to something greater—I will make sure it stands forever. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I refuse to acknowledge those beneath my station. |
| 2 | My pride makes me incapable of asking for help. |
| 3 | I see every disagreement as an affront to my rule. |
| 4 | I struggle to accept the impermanence of the world. |
| 5 | I am overly possessive of my belongings and space. |
| 6 | My obsession with my lost empire clouds my judgment. |
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