Human

Humans live in small kingdoms between the two great powers. The kings of men are pawns of Elves and Dwarves, their armies little more than game pieces in a larger continental struggle for supremacy.

Common, the human tongue, is widely used as the language of trade and diplomacy. All characters are proficient in Common.

Sylvan, the language of beasts, is inherited through blood rather than instruction.

Abyssal, the language of the dead, is also heritable, but far rarer and more stigmatized.

Standard

Feature	Description
Ability Scores	+1 to all ability scores
Speed	30 ft. walking speed
Languages	Common, Sylvan or Abyssal

Hardy and adaptable, Standard Humans represent form the backbone of laborer populations in any land. Many have inherited the language of beasts, giving them a close kinship with hounds and livestock.

Variant

Feature	Description
Ability Scores	+1 to two ability scores
Speed	30 ft. walking speed
Languages	Common
Skills	any one skill
Feats	any one feat

Variant Humans are those who come from an unusual upbringing. Many hail from servile clans, lineages of humans raised to excel in a niche field like wizardry or warcraft. Others may be nobility or astounding prodigies.