Species of Oltar

*See: Oltar (the planet)*

## Dragonborn of Oltar

*Dragonborn of Oltar on DNDBeyond*

Dragonborn evolved from generations of dragons mating with other creatures and their progeny mating with each other. Most dragonborn today try to separate themselves from the rigid rules of dragon society to forge their own paths in the world. While they do always have a home in the dragon kingdom, most dragonborn live in other kingdoms.

The dragonborn of Oltar differ in a major way from other dragonborn in that they have a rebirth cycle where they shed their scales similar to a snake shedding its skin. Over a period of two weeks, a dragonborn's scales become thin and papery while a new layer grows underneath. The old layer falls off revealing the vibrant new layer underneath. The dragonborn can will this layer to be a different color if it desires.

## Dwarf of Oltar

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Dwarves live mostly underground in massive cave and tunnel systems. They like to keep their lives and society secret from outsiders as they mine for stone and metal to sell to other kingdoms and build their underground cities. Dwarves that do make their way to other kingdoms have a strict code of ethics and commitment to whatever they do. They hate orcs because of a political debacle decades ago, but rarely resort to violence over these feelings, usually choosing to just ignore them.

The dwarves of Oltar differ from other dwarves by being able to magically merge with any stone they can fit in. They can see and hear while in the stone.

## Elf of Oltar

*Elf of Oltar on DNDBeyond*

Elves are natural hunters and mages. They control every inch of land they occupy and hold it for decades due to their longevity. Their current kingdom is almost two millennia old. They prefer not to associate with other kingdoms aside from trade and keep their borders tightly secure.

The elves of Oltar are unique. All of them can perform a fey step, they have low-light vision instead of darkvision, and they special in a fighting style before training in a class.

## Gnome of Oltar

*Gnome of Oltar on DNDBeyond*

Gnomes live in the forests that cover their kingdom, but they constantly mine underground for gems. They have a love for gems that borders on obsession. Many gnomes have wings that resemble those of the fey creatures gnomes evolved from. Gnome society has developed the roles of halfling (formerly a pejorative insulting the short stature of most gnomes, now reclaimed by them) - gnomes without wings, and fairies - gnomes with wings. Lately, however, these lines have blurred and many winged gnomes identify as halflings and many non-winged gnomes identify as fairies. Gnome scholars now believe these social roles fall on a halfling-fairy spectrum.

The gnomes of Oltar are special. They have low-light vision instead of darkvision and they can use their souls to create magical gems that can aid themselves or other in and out of battle.

## Human of Oltar

*Human of Oltar on DNDBeyond*

Humans represent two sides of the same charismatic coin. They are the ultimate diplomats: brokering peace, writing treaties, and bringing diverse people together. And they are the ultimate con artists: starting wars for profit, swindling the common folk, and sewing discord amongst the masses. Outsiders who come to the human kingdom usually do so for business, as the economy is not very friendly to those who are not familiar with it.

The humans of Oltar aren't like other humans who are simply flexible with any skill. They are very, very good at manipulation the way others see them. And they make use of this talent even in combat.

## Orc of Oltar

*Orc of Oltar on DNDBeyond*

While orcs of Oltar can be savage and brutal, they aren't simply savage brutes as they are portrayed in other settings. They are just as intelligent as most other people, but they use their outstanding size and strength to their advantage. Orcs are among the premier warriors and athletes of not only their kingdom, but of all of Oltar. They hold a hatred of dwarves due to a political debacle decades ago. This typically does not result in violence, but insults and slurs will be thrown at dwarves by orcs occasionally.

The orcs of Oltar take full advantage of their size and strength, more than other orcs. They can break through battle lines and and break their enemies.

## Vedalken of Oltar

*Vedalken of Oltar on DNDBeyond*

The origin of vedalken is unknown, even to them. They were the most widespread species, with their kingdom covering their island continent and the waters across Oltar. Centuries ago, a creature from another world attacked and the vedalken stood to defend the planet. Their species was all but wiped out. Only a few remain and those that do are revered by the people of Oltar. Some refer to vedalkens as Oltarians, seeing them as the planet's people.

The vedalken of Oltar are even more hyper focused than other vedalken. They are fully amphibious and can manipulate battle conditions for themselves and their enemies.