Daggerheart ancestry
Infernis
Infernis is an ancestry in Daggerheart: Horned descendants of demons who turn Fear into power.
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Overview
Infernis are the horned descendants of demons, marked by horns, unusual eyes, and an air of menace that precedes them into any room. Despite their fearsome heritage, Infernis are not bound to wickedness; they are individuals who carry the weight of their lineage and choose their own path, often in defiance of how the world expects them to behave. Many wield their unsettling presence deliberately, turning others' fear into an advantage. Infernis characters in Daggerheart bring resilience under pressure and social dominance to any party. Where rolling with Fear sets others back, an Infernis can turn it to their benefit, and their dread visage makes intimidation come naturally.
Tips and playstyle
Best Classes: Rogue (menace + Finesse), Bard (intimidating presence + Presence), Sorcerer (infernal heritage + raw power), Warrior (fearless aggression + Strength), Seraph (defiant conviction + Presence). Character Concepts: Redemption-seeking demon-blooded wanderer, an intimidating enforcer with a hidden conscience, a scholar of their own cursed lineage, a defiant hero proving their heritage is not their destiny. Why Choose Infernis: If you want a character who thrives under pressure and dominates social confrontations, Infernis is excellent. Fearless rewards the swingy, high-tension rolls that define Daggerheart, and Dread Visage makes you the party's natural intimidator.
Frequently asked questions
What does rolling with Fear normally mean, and how does Fearless change it?
In Daggerheart, when your Duality Dice come up with the Fear die higher, you roll with Fear and the GM gains a Fear token to spend against the party. Fearless lets an Infernis turn that result to their own advantage, gaining an edge from the Fear instead of it being purely a setback, which makes those tense moments far less punishing for you.
Are Infernis evil?
No. Daggerheart deliberately avoids 'evil ancestries.' Infernis carry demonic heritage and a fearsome appearance, but they are individuals who choose their own morality. Many of the most compelling Infernis characters are heroes defying the assumptions others make about them based on their horns and lineage.