Half-Elf 5eRace Guide & Character Creator
Cha +2, darkvision, and more.
Half-elves share the chaotic bent of their elven heritage. Half-elves mature at the same rate humans do and reach adulthood around the age of 20.
What you get
Racial Traits
Ranked by fit
Best Classes for a Half-Elf
The stat bonuses point somewhere. Here is where — in order.
Roll one up
Create a Half-Elf
Pick a class — race, level and the rest arrive pre-filled.
The Forge
Forge a Half-Elf
Choose a class. The forge builds a complete half-elf character — sheet, portrait and backstory.
Sorcerer · level 5 · pre-filled
From the forge
Half-Elfs Made Here
The same race, four ways. Take any one — the whole build travels with it.
Counsel
Half-Elfs, Answered
What do you get for playing a Half-Elf in 5e?
Cha +2, a 30 ft. speed, and racial traits: Darkvision, Fey Ancestry and Skill Versatility. Languages: Common, Elvish.
What is the best class for a Half-Elf?
Sorcerer is a strong fit — cha +2 is a Sorcerer key stat. Pick the build in the character creator on this page to start from it.
What are the Half-Elf racial traits?
Darkvision, Fey Ancestry and Skill Versatility. See the traits section above for exactly what each one does.
Be One
Pick a class, and forge the half-elf — sheet, portrait and backstory. Your first is free.
Create a Half-Elf