daggerheart Ancestries

This page lists all 18 ancestries available in daggerheart. Click on any ancestrie to learn more about their abilities, characteristics, and optimal build strategies.

clank - Mechanical beings brought to life by magic or engineering, seeking purpose and identity. drakona - Dragonkin with scales and draconic heritage, proud and fierce. dwarf - Stout and resilient folk known for their craftsmanship and determination. elf - Graceful and long-lived people with deep connections to magic and the natural world. faerie - Tiny winged folk from the fey realms, mischievous and magical. faun - Nature-touched folk with animalistic features, deeply connected to the wild. firbolg - Gentle giants who live in harmony with nature and prefer peace over conflict. fungril - Mushroom-like beings who thrive in dark places and share a communal consciousness. galapa - Turtle-like folk who carry their homes on their backs, patient and wise. giant - Towering folk of immense strength and presence. goblin - Clever and resourceful small folk who thrive through ingenuity and adaptability. halfling - Small, practical people with a talent for staying out of trouble and finding comfort. human - Versatile and ambitious, humans adapt to any situation and drive change in the world. infernis - Beings with infernal heritage, bearing horns and an inner fire. katari - Feline folk with sharp senses, grace, and a fierce independent streak. orc - Strong and passionate folk with a deep sense of community and honor. ribbet - Amphibious frog-like folk equally at home on land and in water. simiah - Simian folk known for their agility, curiosity, and close-knit communities.

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