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Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition Races

All 9 races available in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition

Choose from 9 different races in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition.

Races at a glance

RaceSpeedSizeTraitsSummary
Human30MediumExtra languageThe most adaptable and ambitious people among the common races, with a wide range of talents.
Elf (High)30MediumDarkvision, Keen Senses, Fey Ancestry, Trance, Elf Weapon Training, Cantrip, Extra LanguageGraceful and long-lived, elves are magical creatures tied to the natural world and the Feywild.
Dwarf (Hill)25MediumDarkvision, Dwarven Resilience, Dwarven Combat Training, Tool Proficiency, Stonecunning, Dwarven ToughnessBold and hardy, dwarves are skilled miners, warriors, and craftspeople known for their resilience.
Halfling (Lightfoot)25SmallLucky, Brave, Halfling Nimbleness, Naturally StealthySmall and practical folk who enjoy comfort but can rise to surprising heroism when needed.
Dragonborn30MediumDraconic Ancestry, Breath Weapon, Damage ResistanceProud dragon-descended warriors with a breath weapon and resistance to their draconic element.
Gnome (Rock)25SmallDarkvision, Gnome Cunning, Artificer's Lore, TinkerCurious and inventive, gnomes delight in discovery, tinkering, and intellectual pursuits.
Half-Elf30MediumDarkvision, Fey Ancestry, Skill Versatility (two extra proficiencies)Combining human ambition with elven grace, half-elves are natural diplomats and versatile adventurers.
Half-Orc30MediumDarkvision, Menacing, Relentless Endurance, Savage AttacksFierce and resilient warriors who combine orcish strength with human determination.
Tiefling30MediumDarkvision, Hellish Resistance (fire), Infernal Legacy (thaumaturgy, hellish rebuke, darkness)Descendants of fiendish bloodlines, tieflings are distrusted but possess innate magical power.

Overview

This page lists all 9 races available in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. Click on any race to learn more about their abilities, characteristics, and optimal build strategies.

All Races

human - The most adaptable and ambitious people among the common races, with a wide range of talents. elf - Graceful and long-lived, elves are magical creatures tied to the natural world and the Feywild. dwarf - Bold and hardy, dwarves are skilled miners, warriors, and craftspeople known for their resilience. halfling - Small and practical folk who enjoy comfort but can rise to surprising heroism when needed. dragonborn - Proud dragon-descended warriors with a breath weapon and resistance to their draconic element. gnome - Curious and inventive, gnomes delight in discovery, tinkering, and intellectual pursuits. half_elf - Combining human ambition with elven grace, half-elves are natural diplomats and versatile adventurers. half_orc - Fierce and resilient warriors who combine orcish strength with human determination. tiefling - Descendants of fiendish bloodlines, tieflings are distrusted but possess innate magical power.

How to Choose Your Race

Consider your character concept, playstyle preferences, and how this choice fits into your campaign when making your decision.