Harengon 5e
Harengon are humanoid rabbits that originated in the Feywild. They are blessed with supernatural luck and have an uncanny knack for escaping danger. Harengon are joyful, energetic, and quick-witted, with powerful legs built for leaping. Their connection to the Feywild gives them a mercurial temperament and a love of freedom. Harengon adventurers are driven by curiosity and a desire to see what lies around the next corner.
At a Glance
Ability Scores
+2 to one ability score, +1 to another
Size
Medium or Small
Speed
30 ft.
Languages
Common, one other of your choice
Source
The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Racial Traits
| Trait | Description |
|---|---|
| Hare-Trigger | You can add your proficiency bonus to your initiative rolls. |
| Leporine Senses | You have proficiency in the Perception skill. |
| Lucky Footwork | When you fail a Dexterity saving throw, you can use your reaction to roll a d4 and add it to the save, potentially turning the failure into a success. You can't use this reaction if you're <a href="/rules/conditions/prone-condition-5e/">prone</a> or your speed is 0. |
| Rabbit Hop | As a bonus action, you can jump a number of feet equal to five times your proficiency bonus, without provoking opportunity attacks. You can use this trait only if your speed is greater than 0. You can use it a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus, and you regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest. |
Common Mistakes
Common Mistake
Forgetting to add proficiency bonus to initiative
Common Mistake
Not using Lucky Footwork to avoid fireballs and other Dexterity saves
Common Mistake
Forgetting Rabbit Hop doesn't provoke opportunity attacks
Common Mistake
Not tracking the number of Rabbit Hop uses (scales with proficiency bonus)
DM Tips
DM Tip
Harengon's initiative bonus makes them excellent for going first in combat
DM Tip
Rabbit Hop provides exceptional mobility without provoking attacks
DM Tip
Lucky Footwork is great for avoiding area-of-effect spells
DM Tip
Their fey origins work well in Feywild or whimsical campaigns
DM Tip
Consider their energetic, curious nature in roleplay
DM Tip
The combination of mobility and lucky saves makes them excellent scouts
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources & Further Reading
- Harengon — D&D 5e Wikidot — Full SRD race text
- Harengon — D&D Beyond — Official race reference
- Harengon Handbook — RPGBOT — Race optimization guide