So, you made a pact with a devil for a d10 force damage cantrip.

That said, a great option for a melee warlock is the goliath.

8Tiefling

Spells Or Wings?

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Tieflings work similarly to elves.

Any flying species would benefit you, as ranged characters can dominate fights by attacking while staying safe.

You should also consider owlins or aarakocras if you want wings.

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There are many ways to have a problem with authority.

They also have Kobold Legacy, which gives you a few options on what to choose for your character.

6Bugbear

For Sneaky Warlocks

Along with kobolds,the goblinoidsare an interesting pick, too.

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You’re also small, which has nothing to do with anything but is adorable.

They all make great warlocks, but we’re focusing on fire genasi solely for the spell options.

Maybe there’s a family tie between your warlock and their patron; who knows?

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While Suggestion is the only standout, the other features make this one more interesting.

They get it along with a few skill proficiencies that might interest you.

You’ll also have consistent Heroic Inspiration available to you, which is very handy.

Different elves from Dungeons & Dragons.

Art by Mike Pape

A group of goliaths carrying a large stone obelisk in Dungeons & Dragons.

Goliaths by Hinchel Or

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Tieflings playing cards by Clint Cearley

A group of kobolds construct a barricade in Dungeons & Dragons.

Kobold Barricade by Brian Valeza

Bugbear from Dungeons & Dragons.

Art by Taras Susak

A fairy creature with translucent wings and a bow and arrow in Dungeons & Dragons.

Sprite by Olga Drebas

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Efreeti by Michael Broussard

Dungeons & Dragons art of a Changeling in a festival, holding a mask over half of their face.

Changeling via Wizards of the Coast

A Yuan-Ti Scout Rogue in the woods in DND.

Yuan-Ti Fang Blade by Simon Dominic

Dungeons & Dragons image showing Tasha using her Cauldron.

The Witch Tasha by Linda Lithen.

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