Moon Elf (5e Subrace)
Moon Elf
Often mistaken for drow by the uninformed, moon elves are the secretive subrace of elvenkind that dwell deep within the forests, hidden out of sight from all but the most perceptive and brave explorers. Moon elves live in carefully hidden villages, usually in deeply shaded parts of the forest, though their temples and other religious sites typically are built in clearings where they can be bathed in the open moonlight.
Moon elves have more purple skin than their other kin, ranging from light lavender to dark violet, though light shades of blue are not uncommon
Their hair typically ranges from a multitude of strange colors, with the most common being aqua, white, green and dark blue.
As part of their culture, moon elves often tattoo their face with simple patterns, and pierce their ears with intricate silver jewelry.
Moon elves, like their drow cousins, typically live in a matriarchal society, with women commonly serving as soldiers, while men typically take up druidcraft, and serve as spiritual leaders.
Ability Score Increase. Your Charisma score increases by 1.
Bathed in Moonlight. You are proficient in the Stealth skill. In addition, you can attempt to hide while you are only obscured by dim light.
Elf Weapon Training. You have proficiency with the longsword, shortsword, shortbow and longbow.
Lunar Magic. You know the minor illusion cantrip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast sleep as a 2nd-level spell once with this trait and regain the ability to do so when you finish a long rest. When you reach 5th level, you can cast the moonbeam spell once with this trait and regain the ability to do so when you finish a long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells.
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