Half-Dragon

“Torn between two worlds, the call of the dragonsong and the kingdoms of men.”

At a distance, half-dragons are often confused with a human or elf, but as the viewer draws closer the difference becomes wildly apparent. Scales run along their cheeks, neck, up and down their arms and legs, and back. Some may have small horns on their heads, while others may possess a tail that reaches down towards their ankles; few may have both. Slitted eyes and pointy ears complete their draconic appearance.

Draconic Heritage

In some cultures, half-dragons have been regarded as creatures blessed by the gods, while in others they’re treated as abominations of natural law. Because of this, they may be surprised by the positive or negative attitude towards them when entering a new town. Half-dragons behold the ancient power of their draconic parent with powerful force, but are incapable of passing down this gift to their children, who will be born without any draconic looks or abilities.
Throughout history, half-dragons become trusted sages sought far and wide for their extensive knowledge, while others may become vicious mercenaries feared throughout the countryside. Though many become wanderers searching for many different things, most often their draconic parent, an adventuring life comes as the next logical step to find what they’re looking for.

Legacy of Dragons

While the nature of their draconic parent has little bearing on who a Half-Dragon is as a person, they'd be fools to completely ignore the draconic blood in their veins. Half-Dragons born to Chromatic Dragons can feel the slight pull of their greed and predator instincts, those with Metallic patronage can be altruistic and compassionate, and the Gem born are often aloof and self-centered. A Half-Dragon can accept these common trends of their parents, or go through great lengths to deny these tendencies within themselves.

Age

Half-Dragons reach maturity after approximately 20 years. After reaching adulthood, their aging slows dramatically and lifespans range from hundreds to thousands of years.

Alignment

Half-dragons often vary wildly in alignment, but many retain the chaotic nature that rests in their blood. Very few half-dragons are known to follow laws of any creature, instead opting to craft a personal code over a period of many decades. Such code is rarely ever broken.

Size

Half-dragons range from 5 to 7 feet tall, often rivaling Dragonborn. Your size is Medium.

Half-Dragon Names

Half-dragons usually adopt the naming scheme of their parent’s society. On rare occasions, they may also have a draconic name either as their only name or nickname.
Male: Uthyr, Eolzyrd, Zerdeog Female: Shyvana, Irvyt, Fuvnir

Half-Dragon

ability score increase: +1 Strength or Dexterity, +1 Charisma

age:

Size: Medium

speed: 30ft

Languages: Common, Draconic

race features:

Darkvision

You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can’t discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Keen Senses

You have proficiency in the Perception skill.

Draconic Resistance

Choose one type of dragon from the Draconic Ancestry table. You have resistance to the damage type associated with your draconic ancestry.

Draconic Transformation

Beginning at 3rd level, you can use your action to unleash the draconic power in your veins, transforming you into a draconic creature.
Your transformation lasts for 1 minute or until you end it as a bonus action. During it you are one size larger, gain a breath weapon (DC = 8 + your Constitution modifier + your PB) as listed on the Draconic Ancestry table which deals 1d10 damage of the type associated, on a successful save it deals half as much damage. This damage increases by 1d10 when you reach 5th level (2d10), 11th level (3d10) and 17th level (4d10). You can use this breath weapon once while in this form. You also gain natural weapons in a claw attack of 1d10 and a bite attack of 1d12. When you attack in this form you may make a claw attack as a bonus action. Additionally, you can deal extra damage to one target when you deal damage to it with an attack or spell in this form. The extra damage is of the type listed in the Draconic Ancestry table and equals your level.
Once you use this trait, you can’t use it again until you finish a long rest.

Draconic Ancestry

Dragon	Damage Type	Breath Weapon
Black	Acid	60 ft line
Blue	Lightning	60 ft line
Green	Poison	60 ft line
Red	Fire	60 ft line
White	Cold	60 ft line
Amethyst	Force	30 ft cone
Crystal	Radiant	30 ft cone
Emerald	Psychic	30 ft cone
Sapphire	Thunder	30 ft cone
Topaz	Necrotic	30 ft cone
Brass	Fire	30 ft cone
Bronze	Lightning	30 ft cone
Copper	Acid	30 ft cone
Gold	Fire	30 ft cone
Silver	Cold	30 ft cone