Tiefling

**Tieflings**, also known as devil-kin or infernals, are medium sized humanoids with devilish ancestry. This ancestry is a result of a pact struck generations ago which infused the essence of Asmodeus, Overlord of the Nine Hells, into their bloodline.

## Traits

Tieflings are derived from Human bloodlines, they still look human but their infernal heritage leaves a clear imprint on their physical appearance. They are distinguished by their extravagant appearance and charismatic, carefree attitude. They tend to have large horns which take on a variety of shapes and sizes as well as long, thick tails that thrash and coil around their legs when they're upset or nervous. They also tend to have other fiendish features such as hooves, sharp teeth and solid eye colours with no sclera or pupil. Though rare, some even have wings.

Their skin tone varies between the full range of human skin colours and various shades of bright colours. Tiefling parents can have children with completely different skin colours to them.

## Sub-Types

There are many different Tiefling subraces, each with their own specific features and abilities tracing back to the origin of their bloodline contract.

### Bloodline of Asmodeus

The most common subrace of Tieflings, known for being very intelligent. They are marked by the power of Nessus and it's ruler, Asmodeus. Their infernal legacy grants them abilities such as voice amplification, changing their eye colour, minor fire manipulation. More powerful Tieflings of this bloodline can wreath their enemies in fire and create pockets of magical darkness.

### Bloodline of Dispater

These Tieflings are marked by the power of Dis and it's ruler, Dispater. They are known for being highly dextrous. Like Tieflings of the Bloodline of Asmodeus, they have the ability to amplify their voice, change their eye colour and manipulate fire on a minor level. However, powerful Tieflings are different being able to change their appearance and read minds.

### Bloodline of Fierna

These Tieflings are marked by the power of Phlegethos and it's ruler, Fierna. They are known for being wise. Their legacy allows them to briefly influence creatures, while more powerful Tieflings can charm and compel others.

### Bloodline of Zariel

These Tieflings are marked by the power of Avernus and it's ruler, Zariel. They are known to be strong and can also amplify their voice, change their eye colour and do minor manipulation of fire. Powerful Tieflings can engulf their weapons in burning flames and make them glow with radiant energy to reveal the presence of hidden enemies.

### Variants

In some circumstances, Tiefling powers are slightly altered by circumstances such as an unusual origin of their bloodline or if their Tiefling family mixes with another magical lineage. For example, a Tiefling with a Water Genasi parent can develop an affinity to ice and cold instead of fire.

Two of the most common variants are Devil's Tongue Tieflings and Winged Tieflings.

#### Devil's Tongue

Their magic is oriented towards manipulation and persuasion of the minds of others. They can distract their enemies and do real damage to them with scathing insults. More powerful Tieflings of this kind can charm enemies into believing they are their ally and can captivate groups to only pay attention to their words while they're speaking.

#### Winged Tieflings

Instead of manifesting the ability to cast spells, these Tieflings have leathery wings allowing them to fly.

## History

Tieflings tend to hail from Yizuna, a region hailed for it's biggest variety in population.

Tieflings also exist and live in other small minority groups across Abbethan, typically in the rougher areas. It's not uncommon for them to turn to a life of crime in areas such as Shokuta where they tend to grow up to be swindlers, thieves or crime lords.