Genasi
Their blood is said to be mingled with the raw elements from the elemental planes, the magic power of genies, and the blood of human mortals. This union is what has caused genasi to take shape in the world of Endorrain.
Genasi are walking representations of the elements and elemental planes. It is often believed that their power coordinates directly to the plane itself. If the plane experiences a surge in power, a genasi which matches the respective element may also feel the same surge.
At some point in time during their existence, a curse was laid upon some of the genasi which trapped them within seemingly random and common objects. This forced genasi to become enslaved, following the bidding of whomever picks up and finds their object. It's common belief that at some point in time, a genasi had tricked or otherwise disrespected Mystra which led the curse to be laid upon them. While not all genasi are cursed, it's just as common to find them not.
There are three different classifications of genasi. First are those who simply are free and exist as normal beings would. Then there are the bound and unbound (or cursed and uncursed).
Those who are bound will be bound to a common object that can hold their essence or soul. This is most typically objects like: vases, jars, cups, chests, bottles, lamps, or gems. Often the item is also tied to their chosen element (such as a red gem for a fire genasi).
Genasi that are bound to objects must obey the commands of whomever picks them up and activates them (either by opening the lid or rubbing the side of the object, similar to the genies with which they share their magic blood with).
Bound genasi are forbidden from harming their masters (aka those who find the object they are bound to). They can be unbound either by release of their master stating "I hereby release thee from thy bounds" or if the object they are contained in is shattered or otherwise broken. However it is incredibly dangerous to break the object a genasi is housed in as there is only a 30% survival rate for the genasi's body to not be injured in this process. Often those who have survived are left with unusual scars and wounds from their containers being smashed.
Unbound genasi are those who have been given freedom. They are no longer bound to the object they were initially tied to - now living their lives as entirely free beings. They can use their magic and abilities for whomever they wish - whenever they wish.
Elemental Beings
All genasi are human-shaped in appearance, but each have different physical attributes depending on the elemental plane they resemble.
Air. Air genasi look the closiest to their genie relatives. They often have skin tones that match the shade of the sky such as light or dark blues. Often a faint breeze always follows them, keeping their hair tousled.
They may have unusual patterns on their skin or gemstones embedded on them. More rarely, they may have extra arms as well.
Earth. Earth genasi often have earthy skin tones such as brown or black but some may be more brilliantly colored, matching the gemstones found in the earth. It's not uncommon to find an earth genasi with dirt or mud that just doesn't seem to wash away. Others may have minerals or gemstones embedded onto their skin.
Fire. Fire genasi often have skin tones which range from crimsons, to deep oranges, to coal-blacks. A common feature among fire genasi is having radiant hair which emits a fiery light around them and eyes that glow in the dark. Some genasi even have actual flame for their hair, which can burn bright in times of passion.
Water. Water genasi typically come in more cool colors that match the ocean such as blues or greens. They often have a glistening appearance to them, as if they are always covered in moisture. They tend to have eyes that are a little larger than the average human, almost in some resemblance to fish. Often a water genasi has hair which will move in an abnormal way - like as if they were suspended in water.
Genasi Names
While some genasi take a name from the culture they are raised within, it's also common for genasi to take upon names for themselves that represent the elemental plane they come from, fully taking on their heritage.
Genasi Names: Cinders, Droplet, Embers, Emerald, Gale, Obsidian, Sardonyx
Genasi Traits
Ability Score Increase. Choose any +2; choose any other +1
Age. Genasi age and mature at the same rate as humans do, though they can live up to a significantly longer life due to the magic in their blood. They can reach up to five-hundred plus years in age. (Genasi should not exceed 1,000 years old.)
Size. Genasi are as varied as their mortal parents but are generally built like humans, standing anywhere from 5 feet to over 6 feet tall. Your size is Medium.
Subrace. There are four different types of genasi. Choose one of these subraces and take the rest of the traits listed there.
Air Genasi
Speed. You have a walking speed of 35 feet.
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 discern colors in that darkness only as shades of gray.
Unending Breath. You can hold your breath indefinitely while you're not incapacitated.
Lightning Resistance. You have resistance to lightning damage.
Mingle with the Wind. You know the shocking grasp cantrip. Starting at 3rd level, you can cast the feather fall spell with this trait, without requiring a material component. Starting 5th level, you can also cast the levitate spell with this trait, without requiring a material component. Once you cast feather fall or levitate with this trait, you can't cast that spell with it again until you finish a long rest. You can also cast either of those spells using any spell slots you have of the appropriate level.
Intelligence, Wisdom, or Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells when you cast them with this trait (choose when you select this race).
Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common, Primordial (Auran), and one standard language of choice.
Earth Genasi
Speed. You have a walking speed of 30 feet.
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 discern colors in that darkness only as shades of gray.
Earth Walk. You can move across difficult terrain without expending extra movement if you are using your walking speed on the ground or a floor.
Hard as Stone. You are resistant to bludgeoning damage.
Merge with Stone. You know the mold earth cantrip. Starting at 3rd level, you can cast the earth tremor spell with this trait. Starting at 5th level, you can also cast the maximillian's earthen grasp spell with this trait, without a material component. Once you cast earth tremor or maximillian's earthen grasp with this trait, you can't cast that spell with it again until you finish a long rest. You can also cast either of those spells using any spell slots you have of the appropriate level.
Intelligence, Wisdom, or Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells when you cast them with this trait (choose when you select this race).
Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common, Primordial (Terran), and one standard language of choice.
Fire Genasi
Speed. You have a walking speed of 30 feet.
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 discern colors in that darkness only as shades of gray.
Fire Resistance. You have resistance to fire damage.
Reach to the Blaze. You know the produce flame cantrip. Starting at 3rd level, you can cast the burning hands spell with this trait. Starting at 5th level, you can also cast the flame blade spell with this trait, without a material component. Once you cast burning hands or flame blade with this trait, you can't cast that spell with it again until you finish a long rest. You can also cast either of those spells using any spell slots you have of the appropriate level.
Intelligence, Wisdom, or Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells when you cast them with this trait (choose when you select this race).
Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common, Primordial (Ignan), and one standard language of choice.
Water Genasi
Speed. You have a walking speed of 30 feet and a swim speed equal to your walking speed.
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 discern colors in that darkness only as shades of gray.
Cold Resistance. You have resistance to cold damage.
Amphibious. You breathe air and water.
Call to the Wave. You know the ray of frost cantrip. Starting at 3rd level, you can cast the create or destroy water spell with this trait. Starting at 5th level, you can also cast the rime's binding ice spell with this trait, without requiring a material component. Once you cast create or destroy water or rime's binding ice with this trait, you can't cast that spell with it again until you finish a long rest. You can also cast either of those spells using any spell slots you have of the appropriate level.
Intelligence, Wisdom, or Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells when you cast them with this trait (choose when you select this race).
Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common, Primordial (Aquan), and one standard language of choice.