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title: Elf
description: Thin, fey demihumans with sharp features and sensitivity to strong magic.
date_pub: 2023-04-02T00:22:00-04:00
section: races
content_type: feature
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A thin, fey demihuman with sharp features and an innate magical ability.

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| --------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------ |
| **Requirements**      | Minimum INT 9                                          |
| **Ability modifiers** | -1 CON, +1 DEX                                         |
| **Languages**         | Alignment, Common, Elvish, Gnollish, Goblinoid, Orcish |
| **Size**              | Medium                                                 |

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### Enhanced Perception

-   60' [infravision](/rules/adventuring.html#infravision)
-   +3 when searching for secret doors, panels, etc. while underground.
-   +3 when listening for noises.

### Innate Magic

-   Immune to the paralysis inflicted by ghouls.
-   From 2nd level, can cast [Detect Magic](/spells/detect-magic.html) once per day.
