Playable Races

Basic local (Impiltur) lore on each race is given below, followed by a table of their mechanics. Currently the mechanics of the races remain unchanged from normal NWN. In general, races have different favored classes, special abilities in the form of feats, vision types, and skill affinities.

Note: Subraces receive no mechanical support on TER. Also, Aquatic, Underdark, and Extraplanar-based subraces are simply not allowed. Homebrewed subraces are not allowed. To know if your chosen subrace is within the Forgotten Realm lore, please check the Forgotten Realms Wiki.

Human

Humans are the dominant race in Impiltur. Most are descended from mixed Vilhon and Turami stock, spiced with some Rashemi. Others have a cast more like the Nar and Sossrim people and these tend to belong to higher classes. Governed by Queen-Regent Sambryl and a council of twelve paladins, much of the hinterland is under the control of lesser, local lords who will risk making their own rules when it suits them and leave plenty of danger for adventurers and mercenaries to take care of.

Dwarf

Dwarves are the second-most common race in Impiltur. Found in its coastal cities, in the military and in small communities scattered throughout the mountains, most dwarves still live in the city of Earthfast. Despite a constant conflict with orcs and hobgoblins, King Torg recently led a full 2000 warriors east to fight the Tuigan Horde. He gave his life for the victory and the halls of Earthfast are more subdued than ever.

Halfling

Halflings are a fairly common sight in southern Impiltur, enjoying the relative safety and fertile soil to be found there. Whilst a fully halfling settlement is rare, food and drink from halfling-rich areas often have a reputation for excellence. Those who prefer more excitement come to the cities where they are capable merchants and popular cooks. Only the most adventurous travel to the Frontier or take up a life of dungeoneering.

Half Orc

Half-orcs rarely have a happy family history to share, and most are abandoned at birth in Impiltur. Those who do grow up are seen as little better than talking monsters, though they are protected by law like any other person. Most native half-orcs live in isolation on the Frontier where they need not deal with prejudice, whilst labourers on foreign ships keep their heads down. Only a handful go about openly, waging a life-long battle against hostility and fear.

Gnome

Gnomes have been uncommon in Impiltur, as they are not native to the area and tend to remain with their clan. That has not stopped some adventurers, merchants and bloodstone experts from crossing the border to ply their trade but they are a clear minority. Beyond the major cities, settled gnomes are few and far between. Yet for clans forced out of their own land, Impiltur is rich in quiet corners where one could live undisturbed.

Elf

Elves have been rare in Impiltur after their disappearance from the Grey Forest, but since the start of the Retreat a few have journeyed east from Cormanthyr instead of following their kin. Drawing many stares for their alien appearance and habits, the elves of Impiltur have many a prejudice to overcome.

Half Elf

Half-elves are uncommon in Impiltur since half their parents are few and far between. Most arrive by ship from other countries along the Inner Sea, drawing some strange looks for their appearance but also finding a quick acceptance amongst a people who don't fully understand the differences between humans and those distant elves, nor the reasons for distrust.

Chart of Mechanics

A simple reference guide, to avoid needing to go back and forth on different pages.

Playable Races

Race	Favored Class	Attribute Adjustments		Special Abilitites	Sight	Skill Affinity
Human	Highest			Quick to Master: 1 extra feat at 1st level. Skilled: 4 extra skill points at 1st level, plus 1 additional skill point at each following level.
Dwarf	Fighter	+2 Con	-2 Cha	Stonecunning: +2 racial bonus on Search checks made in subterranean areas. Weapon Proficiency (Dwarf): Battleaxe, Heavy Pick, Warhammer Hardiness vs Poisons: +2 racial bonus on saving throws against poisons. Hardiness vs Spells: +2 racial bonus on saving throws against spells. Offensive Training vs Orcs: +1 racial bonus on attack rolls against orcs. Offensive Training vs Goblins: +1 racial bonus on attack rolls against goblinoids (goblins, hobgoblins, and bugbears). Defensive Training vs Giants: +4 dodge bonus to AC against giants.	Darkvision	+2 Lore
Halfling	Rogue	+2 Dex	-2 Str	Lucky: +1 luck bonus to all saving throws. Fearless: +2 morale bonus to saving throws against spells and effects of the fear subtype. Good Aim: +1 racial bonus to attack rolls made with throwing weapons. Halflings gain an automatic +1 racial bonus to attack rolls made with slings--separate from the Good Aim Feat. Small stature: Halflings are small creatures, giving them some benefits and drawbacks. +1 size modifier to attack rolls. +1 size modifier to AC. +4 size bonus to standard stealth and detection checks (modifies hide, listen, move silently, and spot). Cannot use tower shields. Cannot use large weapons. Choosing a package other than the default (at character creation) may give a halfling equipment or feats they cannot use.		+2 Move Silently +2 Listen
Half-Orc	Barbarian	+2 Str	-2 Int, -2 Chr	Menacing: The half-orc adds their STR bonus to all Intimidate rolls, in addition to their CHA. Tenacity: Once per 24 hours, if the half-orc starts bleeding they do so from -1 HP and gain a +6 bonus on their check to be ignored by attackers.	Darkvision
Gnome	Wizard	+2 Con	-2 Str	Hardiness vs Illusions: +2 racial bonus on saving throws against mind-affecting spells. Offensive Training vs Reptiles: +1 racial bonus on attack rolls against reptilian humanoids. Offensive Training vs Goblins: +1 racial bonus on attack rolls against goblinoids (goblins, hobgoblins, and bugbears). Defensive Training vs Giants: +4 dodge bonus to AC against giants. Spell Focus: Illusion: Gnomes add +2 difficulty class to any illusion spells they cast. This counts as the feat so characters are able to select Greater Spell Focus: Illusion at first level. Small stature: Gnomes are small creatures, giving them some benefits and drawbacks. +1 size modifier to attack rolls. +1 size modifier to armor class. +4 size bonus to standard stealth and detection checks (modifies hide, listen, move silently, and spot). Cannot use tower shields. Cannot use large weapons. Choosing a package other than the default (at character creation) may give a gnome equipment or feats they cannot use.	Low-light vision	+2 Listen +2 Concentration
Elf	Wizard	+2 Dex	-2 Con	Sleeplessness: Immune to spells and effects of the 'Sleep' subtype. Hardiness vs Enchantments: +2 racial bonus on saving throws against mind-affecting spells. Bonus Proficiencies (Longsword, Rapier, Shortbow, Longbow) Keen Senses: Elves make active Search checks automatically and with no movement penalties.	Low-light vision	+2 Listen +2 Search +2 Perception
Half-Elf	Highest	+ 1 Cha		Sleeplessness: Immune to spells and effects of the 'Sleep' subtype. Wanderer: Learn one additional language Hardiness vs Enchantments: +2 racial bonus on saving throws against mind-affecting spells.	Low-light vision	+1 Listen +1 Search +1 Perception