5e D&D Character Idea - Tiefling

Idea for your next character, an NPC, members of an adventuring party or a backup character
They are associated with the powers of hell, overcoming adversity and dark pacts. Can give an exotic heritage, a distinctly non-human look or an anti-hero vibe.

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Zephan is a male tiefling Warlock

Background - Noble
Family - you have two older siblings and one younger sister. Your family is always travelling Your last parent is in decline and is planning a massive funeral
Distinctive Appearance - I have long horns that are capped with bronze and gold

Trait - I have trouble keeping the truth apart from my lies
Ideal - Magic. Magic is everything. It has power over devils or people and is in my blood
Bond - I want to make the world a better place for future generations
Flaw - I am willing to sell my soul for the right price

Trinket - An infernal contract etched in Draconic on a rusted iron shield. It is unsigned
Possible devilish trait - I have a penchant for cruelty I try to hide (Glasya)
Possible Pet - Basil is a blue shrub. They always welcome strangers


Cam is a tiefling Warlock

Background - Entertainer
Family - a power of air and a power of fate use your family as pawns in their old contest. a family member died in a recent battle. You see them in your dreams
Distinctive Appearance - I have two tails that tangle and untangle themselves

Trait - I think anyone who's nice to me is hiding evil intent
Ideal - Aspiration. You can't help where you came from, but you can choose the person you want to be
Bond - My blood is my heritage. Should I serve it, listen to it or bind it to my will?
Flaw - People who can't take care of themselves get what they deserve

Trinket - A rose made from steel with a name carved in Infernal
Interested Fiend - Whiptail is a greater devil who hates elves and spends all of their energy trying to corrupt them through several hag servants.
Possible devilish trait - I dream of crumbling fortresses and dark cells (Glasya)
Possible Pet - Strahd is a strange mastiff. They know and can cast one cantrip. you won them in a bet or game


Fenriz is a male tiefling Wizard

Background - Charlatan
Family - Your entire family traveled the lands with a few wagons. You were welcomed as entertainers and traders, moving on after a week or so. Your grandparents are still in charge and keep in contact.
Distinctive Appearance - I have horns that grow like the branches of a tree

Trait - I am obsessed with angels and creatures of good
Ideal - Ambition. If you won't sell your soul to do something you aren't dedicated enough.
Bond - One of my family is a power-mad cult leader who must be stopped
Flaw - I flaunt my heritage at the most unfortunate of times

Trinket - A preserved heart that sometimes beats. It is a family heirloom
Possible Pet - Summer is a gentle darkmantle. They have a muzzle or other item covering their mouth or head and you got them to replace another beloved companion that is no more


Mockery is a tiefling Cleric

Background - Sage
Family - You and your younger brother Arjhan grew up as orphans with no other family but each other. A dark cult was involved in the death of your parents.
Distinctive Appearance - My horns grow from beside my cheeks

Trait - I enjoy making new friends in low places
Ideal - Aspiration. You can't help where you came from, but you can choose the person you want to be
Bond - Any type of forbidden lore is lore I must have
Flaw - I spend money as fast as it comes to me

Trinket - A tiny mirror backed with brass that displays your name
Interested Fiend - Hok the Scornful is a fallen celestial. They are served by a warlock who uses a cult that appears to revere Hok as a deity of good.
Possible devilish trait - I seek power through arcane magic or items (Mephistopheles)
Possible Pet - Max is a pampered donkey. They wear a collar or other item with their name on and they were a gift from a friend


Natdoris is a tiefling Sorcerer

Background - Hermit
Family - A celestial and fiend use your family as pawns in their eternal game. Your brother has become a priest of life and your sister a powerful warlock. You think you see their influence all around you.
Distinctive Appearance - I have long thin claws that break off easily

Trait - My favorite thing is a relaxed drink with friends
Ideal - People. The people around me are all that matter, not ideals
Bond - I have a feud with a rival that needs to be settled
Flaw - I'd risk too much to uncover a lost bit of knowledge

Trinket - An infernal contract etched in Draconic on a rusted iron shield. It is unsigned
Possible devilish trait - I always feel like fiendish and celestial forces are watching me (Zariel)
Possible Pet - Spike is a scintillating monkey. They hate your close friends and they were given to you by family