dnd5e Races

This page lists all 9 races available in dnd5e. Click on any race to learn more about their abilities, characteristics, and optimal build strategies.

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.

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