Shadow Tiefling
We will not suffer the scrutiny brought on us by our ancestors, nor will we allow those who come after to suffer like we have. There is a place that we can make our home, where we can live free. We will go to the Shadowfell.
Generations after the first Infernal pacts were struck, there were those among the Tieflings who were less than happy with their fate. This small group felt like they were no longer welcome in the material plane, so they sought refuge in a place they hoped would be more accepting. Thus they found themselves kneeling before the Raven Queen of the Shadowfell, pledging their allegiance to her in exchange for a plot of land.
Shadow of the Infernal Bloodline
Generations after their exodus, the Tieflings of the Shadowfell eventually grew different from their cousins on the material plane. Whereas your traditional Tiefling is the visage of infernal power, the Tieflings of the shadowfell seem to represent darkness and fear.
A Shadow Tiefling's overall build is slim and nimble. Their horns generally growing like a goat or antelopes, thin and upwards and their tails long and thin usually with a sharp and hard spade in various shapes at the end.
Skintones mostly vary from shades of grey and pale blue, but pale shades of red, yellow or brown are not unheard of. Haircolour is most commonly white, grey and black.
Due to their dark environment, their eyes have changed a bit from their ancestors, now featuring a black sclera, while the iris varies from white, silvery grey or cold blue and with slitted pupils.
Beastly canines remain, along with strong clawlike black nails.
Another notable change that soon became apparent is their clearly prolonged lifespan. This is likely a side effect from exposure to the energies of the Shadowfell.
Home in the Shadows
Over the years, the Tieflings have built their own society, grown in numbers and slowly developed their own culture. Their humble village has grown to an impressive town-keep, with facilities and structures similar to what you would find in a regular city on the material plane. Those who live to an old age are elevated to a seat of council that represents their leadership.
One faction has chosen to devote themselves to the Raven Queen, honoring their original pact with her. This group consists mostly of monks, clerics, paladins and warlocks and they keep mostly to them selves in a secluded part of their keep.
Shadow Tiefling names
Despite their desire to distance themselves from their ancestors, most Shadow Tieflings still follow their infernal naming conventions. This is however more of a practical matter rather than respecting their heritage.
Shadow Tiefling Traits
Shadow Tieflings share most of the traits with their cousins on the material plane, but the Shadowfell's dark energies has had it's impact on them.
Ability Score Increase Your Charisma score increases by 1, and your Dexterity score increases by 2.
Age Tieflings mature at the same rate as humans but, generations of exposure to the Shadowfell around 800 years, however, due to their lifestyle, few actually live long enough to die of old age.
Alignment The Shadow Tieflings live in a harsh world where they value the safety and wellbeing of their own.
Size Tieflings are about the same size and build as humans. Your size is Medium.
Darkvision You can see in dim light within 60 feetof you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.
Cloaked in Darkness You have proficiency in the Stealth skill. Whenever you make a Dexterity (Stealth) check while in dim light or darkness, your proficiency bonus is doubled.
Legacy of the Shadow You know the Thaumaturgy cantrip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the Pass Without a Trace spell once and regain the ability to do so when you finish a long rest. When you reach 5th level, you can cast the Shadow Blade spell once and regain the ability to do so when you finish a long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells.
Languages You can speak, read, and write Common and Infernal.