Tails of Equestria

There are many races available to play as in Tails of Equestria. Some can fly, some can use magic, and some are naturally very strong. When selecting a race, all talents listed for that race are added to your character. These are the modified rules; If you need the core rules instead, click here.

Earth Pony

Unique Talent: Stout Heart (D6)
Special Talent: (Choose) (D6)
_{Earth ponies are known for their strength and for being "down to earth." They grow most of the food eaten in Equestria. Connected to nature and in tune with the land, Earth ponies are a vital part of maintaining the order of the seasons. From ensuring the leaves fall to wrapping up winter, they work tirelessly to help keep Equestria in harmony. Many Earth ponies live in farms and rural communities, though that is not to say that they shy away from large cities like Manehatten and Fillydelphia. In fact, wherever you look in Equestria you will often find Earth ponies living there, since their great endurance means they can thrive in what other ponies might call barren wastelands!}

Unicorn

Unique Talent: Telekinesis (D6)
Special Talent: (Choose) (D6)
_{Mysterious and magical, Unicorns are easily distinguished from the other ponies of Equestria by the beautiful horn on their forehead. Although the horn can be used like an ordinary horn, its main use is the powerful magic that Unicorns are famous for. Most Unicorns can use telekinesis, the ability to move objects with their minds, and some others can teleport, change objects into other objects, and blast powerful stun beams from their horns! Very rarely, Unicorns earn a cutie mark that shows that their special talent is magic itself. Many Unicorns are very proud of their heritage, and are often seen as noble and majestic—or a little bit arrogant, depending on who you ask! Unicorns use their magic to protect the citizens of Equestria, aid in their arts, and solve any problems that aren’t solvable by mundane means.}

Pegasus

Unique Talent: Fly (D6)
Special Talent: (Choose) (D6)
_{Pegasi are the winged cousins of Earth ponies and Unicorns, known for their aerial acrobatics and amazing agility. Originally a tribe of warrior ponies, the Pegasi are a great and noble race of ponies, now tasked with maintaining the weather of Equestria. Using their wings and their innate abilities, they can move clouds and create winds. Many Pegasi love sports and they have invented several that only Pegasi can compete in due to their flying abilities. This has earned Pegasi the reputation of being the most competitive of the pony races. Pegasus characters can often find themselves helping their friends from above — their ability to fly can be very useful in lots of adventures, whether scouting for trouble or racing against the clock! They are very good at acting quickly, warning their friends of trouble, and when needed, diving into a fray from above!}

Dragon

Unique Talent: Fly (D6)
Unique Talent: Fire Breath (D4)
Unique Quirk: Dragon Greed:
Dragon Greed: Dragons have a unique condition known as Dragon Greed; when they give in to greed, they grow in size but become even more greedy! If the Dragon acts greedily he gains an upgrade to their Body stat (so a D6 would become a D8) but he also gains the Oooohhh… Shiny! quirk and downgrades his Mind die. If a Dragon that is already under the effects of Dragon Greed acts even greedier, he will upgrade his Body die again and downgrade his Mind die once more. If his Mind or Charm die are at D4 then he cannot grow any bigger! Reversing the effects of Dragon Greed requires showing the Dragon the power of friendship. The Dragon must want to reverse the effects and another pony must spend a Token of Friendship. The Dragon loses the Body upgrades as well as the Mind and Charm downgrades. You do not gain Tokens of Friendship for this quirk. _{The Dragon has one of the largest range of sizes for a species of Equestria, ranging from around pony sized to the absolutely gigantic. A Dragon’s size and maturity is said to be related to their greediness, leading to some of the most terrifying and gigantic of Dragons having huge hoards of gold and gems, which are among a Dragon’s favorite snacks. Dragons have scaled skin, leathery wings, and sharp teeth jutting from mouths that can breathe fire! This makes Dragons a tough and fearsome foe or an indispensable ally. Dragon society is generally not as forgiving as pony societies as the largest and greediest Dragons have for centuries ruled over smaller Dragons, but since the ascension of Dragonlord Ember, Dragon and pony relations have been improving. A Dragon’s fire breath can be very helpful to a group, from lighting forgotten halls to scaring off Timberwolves.}

Griffon

Unique Talent: Fly (D6)
Unique Talent: Talons (D6)
_{The Griffons are a tall and intimidating race. Generally a little taller and broader than the average pony, their front half resembles an eagle with the talons and wings of such, whereas the back half is clearly that of a lion, making them a predator of both the skies and land. Griffons have a reputation: selfish, greedy, and even cruel. Although this may be well earned in some respects (as Griffon culture encourages Griffons to think of themselves first and always make sure that they get before they give), Griffons also have a great capacity for kindness and can, like almost any creature in Equestria, learn the ways of friendship and harmony. Most Griffons live in Griffonstone, a once-majestic city far to the east of Equestria. Although Griffonstone has seen better days, all Griffons feel a connection with their hometown. Apart from flight, Griffons also bring their ferocious talons to a team, making them quite the force to be reckoned with.}

Buffalo

Unique Talent: Stout Heart (D6)
Unique Talent: Special Skill: Stampede (D6)
Talent: Thick Hide (D4)
_{The Buffalo of Equestria are a proud and noble race that value their traditions and customs very highly. It is often said that the only thing prouder than a Buffalo is a herd of Buffalo. Almost all Buffalo live to the north of the Macintosh Hills in their stampeding grounds where they like to travel across the plains in their great herds. The nomad lifestyle is perfect for the Buffalo who, with their thick skin and dense fur, can ignore all but the harshest of weather. Taking down a Buffalo is practically impossible. With their thick hide they can stand up to almost any punishment, making them perfect for the front lines of any dangerous endeavor.}

Diamond Dog

Unique Talent: Burrow (D6)
Talent: Special Skill: Tracking (D6)
_{The Diamond Dogs are a strange race, as happy below the earth as they are above it due to their ability to dig through the ground like a Tatzlwurm. The Diamond Dog is generally taller than a pony mostly because he prefers to stand upright; perhaps this is because that lets them carry more gems in his long arms. Diamond Dogs are named Diamond Dogs for a reason: most absolutely love gems and spend much of their time and energy searching for more gems! The second thing that ties most Diamond Dogs together is their… well, they aren’t usually very bright. Of course there are exceptions, but most often Diamond Dogs are easy to fool and find it difficult to think their way out of a situation. A Diamond Dog’s burrowing ability gives them an entirely new dimension to travel in, letting them get to places even Pegasi can’t reach.}

Changeling

Unique Talent: Morph (D6)
Talent: Fly (D4)
Special: Can learn unicorn magic talets
_{The Changelings are an interesting breed; born hungry for love and unable to sate that hunger through theft, they were the villains of Equestria. Truly, a hungry Changeling is a terrifying and dark creature, all sharp edges and wasting away. A Changeling that has shared its love may, however, metamorphose into something far more beautiful. A changed Changeling, is a colorful and wondrous sight, and I’m sure that relations with the Changelings will only get better as time goes on. Changelings may not be the best at anything but they are good at everything. This, along with their Morph power, makes Changelings very powerful, and very useful as a pony of all trades for an adventuring party.}

Crystal Pony

Unique Talent: Stout Heart (D6)
Special Talent: (Choose) (D6)
Special: Can learn earth pony talets
Special: Stamina based on Body + Charm instead of Body + Mind
Special: Dice rolls harmonize with group: When a Crystal Pony die roll is equal to their maximum roll, the group's die result is increased by one. When the roll result is the minimum possible, the group's die result is decreased by one.
_{The first thing you notice about Crystal Ponies is that they have been named appropriately due to their crystal coats and manes that sparkle in the light with a glorious magic. Crystal Ponies are very in tune with their emotions, and grow weaker and dimmer when they are sad or afraid. The Crystal Ponies are an ancient race of ponies that have recently come out of a thousand year disappearance due to a curse laid upon them by the malicious King Sombra. Fortunately with the protection of the crystal heart, a legendary artifact of protective quality, the Crystal Ponies are once more safe. The Crystal Ponies’ Crystal Heart quirk makes them very good at being the smiling face of the group, perfect for using words and charm to solve their problems rather than might!}

Kirin

Unique Talent: Kirin Heart (D6)
Unique Talent: Telekinesis (D6)
Special: Can learn unicorn magic talets
_{Distinctive for their lion-like manes and tails, Kirin are generally seen as a wise and peaceful race with a deep connection to nature. However, they are creatures of a dual nature, as each has the capability of turning into a Nirik, a fiery beast fueled by uncontrolled emotions. Because of this, the Kirin once suffered from destructive outbursts fueled by anger. To maintain peace, most practice silent communication through gestures, making them appear stoic or even reclusive. Through careful practice, some Kirin are able to control their emotions to remain stoic through the toughest challenges or even transform at will into a Nirik, an angry and uncontrollable force!}

Yak

Talent: Crafting (D6)
Talent: Bulky (D4)
Talent: Thick Hide (D4)
Quirk: Fussy
_{Hailing from the frigid realm of Yakyakistan, far north of Equestria, these burly bovines are as tough as their homeland. Standing taller than most ponies, Yaks sport thick fur, prominent horns, and a permanent scowl that some might mistake for anger. Don't let their gruff demeanor fool you, though - Yaks are fiercely loyal and possess a surprising sense of humor (if a bit... loud). Their culture is a beautiful one and their desire for perfection makes them excellent craftyaks. Yak carpets are valued for their intricate patterns and Yak food has a distinct and strong flavor.}