Choose your heritage wisely - your race selection is permanent and defines your core strengths in the world of DAGMod. Each race offers unique stat bonuses, gathering advantages, special synergies when combined with classes, and an epic 10-quest storyline!
| Race |
Health |
Special Traits |
Best For |
Details |
| Human |
20 HP (10 hearts) |
+25% XP gain, balanced |
All playstyles, fast progression |
Human Details |
| Dwarf |
22 HP (11 hearts) |
Mining specialist, underground resilience |
Resource gathering, cave exploration |
Dwarf Details |
| Elf |
20 HP (10 hearts) |
Swift movement, nature affinity |
Exploration, speed, forest combat |
Elf Details |
| Orc |
26 HP (13 hearts) |
Melee powerhouse, hunting expert |
Combat, meat farming |
Orc Details |
Each race has an epic 10-quest storyline that progresses through all 4 difficulty tiers. These quests are available starting at character creation and tell a complete story of your race's journey.
Total Race-Specific Quests: 40 (10 per race)
Requirements:
- Must have selected the appropriate race
- Quests unlock at proper level thresholds (1, 5, 15, 25)
- Progress through tiers: Novice → Apprentice → Expert → Master
XP Rewards:
- Novice: 200 XP
- Apprentice: 500 XP
- Expert: 1500 XP
- Master: 2500 XP
Total XP from Race Chain: 11,700 XP (significant progression boost!)
Epic Rewards:
Each race chain provides unique legendary rewards fitting their theme:
- Dwarf: Full Netherite gear, Nether Star, smithing mastery
- Elf: Elytra, Totems of Undying, nature mastery
- Human: Full Netherite set, Dragon Egg, legendary status
- Orc: Full Netherite combat gear, Dragon Egg, boss trophies
- Locate the Hall of Champions (use Hall Locator item or explore naturally)
- Approach the Race Selection Altar
- Read the Race Selection Tome to learn about each option
- Use a Race Token at the altar to make your choice
- Your choice is permanent - choose wisely!
- Playstyle: Do you prefer combat, exploration, or resource gathering?
- Class Synergy: Which class do you plan to choose? Check synergy bonuses!
- Quest Chain: Which epic storyline appeals to you?
- Environment: Where will you spend most of your time?
- Team Composition: Playing multiplayer? Coordinate with teammates!
- Progression Speed: Want to level faster? Choose Human for +25% XP
No. Race selection is permanent. Choose wisely!
- Human - +25% XP gain = fastest to level 50
- Orc - No XP bonus
- Dwarf - No XP bonus
- Elf - No XP bonus
- Orc - 23 HP (highest health)
- Dwarf - 21 HP + underground Resistance
- Human/Elf - 20 HP (standard)
- Dwarf - Mining speed + ore bonuses (best early-game)
- Elf - Wood/leaf bonuses + Hero of Village trades
- Orc - Hunting bonuses for food/leather
- Human - No gathering bonuses
- Elf - +15% movement speed + extended reach
- Human/Orc/Dwarf - Standard speed
- Dwarf - -5% movement speed (slowest)
- Orc - Highest HP + melee damage bonus
- Dwarf - Extra HP for durability
- Human/Elf - Standard combat capabilities
Before choosing your race, consider which class you'll select:
Tank Builds:
- Dwarf Warrior (underground Resistance)
- Orc Warrior (Berserker rage)
Magic Builds:
- Dwarf Mage (Fire Resistance for Nether)
- Elf Mage (Haste in forests)
- Human Mage (Regeneration bursts)
Stealth Builds:
- Elf Rogue (Forest invisibility) - BEST stealth
- Orc Rogue (Massive backstab damage) - BEST burst damage
- Human Rogue (Jump boost mobility)
See the Synergies page for complete details on all 9 race-class combinations!
Next Steps: Once you've chosen your race, visit the Classes page to select your class and unlock powerful synergies!
| Race |
Health |
Special Traits |
Best For |
| Human |
20 HP (10 hearts) |
+25% XP gain, balanced |
All playstyles, fast progression |
| Dwarf |
21 HP (10.5 hearts) |
Mining specialist, underground resilience |
Resource gathering, cave exploration |
| Elf |
20 HP (10 hearts) |
Swift movement, nature affinity |
Exploration, speed, forest combat |
| Orc |
23 HP (11.5 hearts) |
Melee powerhouse, hunting expert |
Combat, meat farming |
Philosophy: Jack of all trades, master of adaptation. Humans excel through balance, versatility, and rapid progression.
- Health: 20 HP (10 hearts) - Standard
- Experience Gain: +25% XP from all sources (mining, combat, quests, gathering)
- No penalties or specialized bonuses
- Balanced attributes across the board
- No specialized gathering bonuses
- Can gather all resources at normal speed
- Extra XP gain compensates for lack of gathering specialization
- Pure adaptability - no weaknesses
- Fastest leveling of all races
- Works well with any class
- Reliable in all situations and biomes
- Reaches level 50 faster than other races
10-Quest Epic Storyline - Rise from Wanderer to Legend
Theme: Versatility and mastery across all skills
Journey:
- Start as a humble Wanderer
- Progress through diverse challenges: exploration, trading, combat, building
- Prove mastery in multiple disciplines
- Final reward: Legendary status with Dragon Egg and full Netherite set
Quest Progression: Novice → Apprentice → Expert → Master tiers
Rewards:
- Full Netherite armor set
- Dragon Egg
- Legendary items and titles
- Recognition as a master of all trades
Humans may lack the specialized advantages of other races, but their adaptability and determination make them formidable in any role. While Dwarves excel underground and Elves thrive in forests, Humans can master any environment through skill and perseverance. Their rapid learning allows them to grow stronger faster than any other race.
- Human Warrior: Gains Absorption hearts when taking damage - adaptive defense
- Human Mage: Random regeneration bursts for adaptability - unexpected healing
- Human Rogue: Random jump boost for versatile movement - enhanced mobility
- Excellent choice for new players
- No environmental restrictions or penalties
- +25% XP gain accelerates progression dramatically
- Versatile build potential with any class
- Reach max level (50) fastest of all races
- Reliable performance in all situations
- Complete "Jack of All Trades" quest chain for ultimate versatility
Philosophy: Hardy miners and underground specialists. Masters of stone, metal, and the deep places of the world.
- Health: 21 HP (10.5 hearts) - +1 HP bonus
- Movement Speed: -5% (slightly slower)
- Increased durability and resilience
- Mining Speed: +20% faster when using pickaxes
- Ore Drops: 15% chance for bonus ore drops (double drops when triggered)
- Works on: Coal, Iron, Gold, Diamond, Emerald, Redstone, Lapis, Ancient Debris, and more
- Significantly accelerates resource gathering
- Born for the underground
- Natural resistance to mining hazards
- Expert resource gatherers
- Best early-game progression through mining bonuses
10-Quest Epic Storyline - Journey from Apprentice to Forgemaster
Theme: Mining, crafting, and mastery of underground realms
Journey:
- Begin as a mining Apprentice
- Master the forge and ancient smithing techniques
- Explore the deepest caverns and Nether
- Become a legendary Forgemaster
Quest Progression: Novice → Apprentice → Expert → Master tiers
Rewards:
- Full Netherite gear with enchantments
- Nether Star
- Legendary smithing items
- Forgemaster title and mastery
Dwarves are children of the mountains, born in the depths where stone meets molten core. Their connection to earth and metal is unmatched, and their stout frames can withstand blows that would fell lesser beings. They see in the dark better than most, and can sense the presence of precious ores through solid rock.
- Dwarf Warrior: Gains Resistance effect when underground (below Y=50) - unstoppable cave tank
- Dwarf Mage: Permanent Fire Resistance from mountain forge heritage - Nether master
- Dwarf Rogue: [VERIFY: Does Dwarf Rogue have a unique synergy ability, or is this just natural combination of Dwarf mining + Rogue stealth?]
- Best race for early-game progression through mining
- Bonus ore drops accelerate gear advancement significantly
- Slightly slower movement is offset by extra durability
- Build bases near mining operations
- Excellent for resource-focused playstyles
- Complete "The Forgemaster's Legacy" for ultimate mining rewards
- Dwarf Warrior is nearly unkillable underground (Resistance + extra HP)
Philosophy: Nature-bound and graceful. Ancient guardians of forests with supernatural agility.
- Health: 20 HP (10 hearts) - Standard
- Movement Speed: +15% faster
- Reach: +0.5 block extended reach
- Natural grace and agility
- Wood Gathering: 20% chance for bonus wood drops
- Leaf Drops: 25% chance for extra items from leaves (saplings, apples, sticks)
- [VERIFY: Does Elf have crop yield bonus, or only wood/leaves?]
- Hero of the Village: Permanent effect (better villager trades)
- Swift and precise movements
- Natural affinity with living things
- Best for exploration and mobility
10-Quest Epic Storyline - Path from Seedling to Forest Lord
Theme: Nature protection, archery, and harmony with the wild
Journey:
- Begin as a young Seedling
- Learn to protect the forests and its creatures
- Master archery and nature magic
- Ascend to Forest Lord status
Quest Progression: Novice → Apprentice → Expert → Master tiers
Rewards:
- Elytra (flight!)
- Totems of Undying
- Nature-themed legendary items
- Forest Lord title and complete nature mastery
Elves are the eldest of races, guardians of the ancient forests who move with supernatural grace. Their deep connection to nature allows them to coax more bounty from the land, and their keen senses make them unmatched scouts. They are friends to all growing things, and the forest itself seems to bend to aid them.
- Elf Warrior: [VERIFY: Does Elf Warrior have enhanced combat in forests, or no unique synergy?]
- Elf Mage: Gains Haste effect in forest biomes - fastest caster in the game
- Elf Rogue: Becomes invisible in forests when sneaking - perfect stealth predator
- Movement speed (+15%) excellent for exploration
- Extended reach helps in combat and building
- Wood and leaf bonuses ensure sustainable resources
- Villager trading advantage (Hero of the Village) saves resources
- Build bases in forest biomes for maximum benefit
- Great for mobile, exploration-focused playstyles
- Complete "Guardian of the Wilds" for ultimate rewards (Elytra!)
- Elf Rogue + forest invisibility = undetectable assassin
Philosophy: Raw strength and primal power. Born warriors and hunters who dominate through might.
- Health: 23 HP (11.5 hearts) - +3 HP bonus (highest in the game)
- Melee Damage: +15% increased melee damage
- [VERIFY: Is there also a separate "+2 attack damage" bonus, or is this the same as +15% melee damage?]
- Natural combat superiority
- Hunting: 20% chance for bonus meat from animals
- Works on: Cows, Pigs, Chickens, Sheep, Rabbits, and more
- More efficient food gathering through hunting
- Leather: 15% chance for bonus leather drops from animals
- Fishing Luck: Improved fishing luck
- Highest base health of any race (+3 hearts)
- Natural combat bonuses
- Superior hunter and fisher
- Best for aggressive combat playstyles
10-Quest Epic Storyline - Ascent from Grunt to Warlord
Theme: Combat mastery, hunting, conquest, and warrior culture
Journey:
- Start as a lowly Grunt
- Prove yourself through combat and hunting challenges
- Conquer increasingly difficult foes
- Rise to become a legendary Warlord
Quest Progression: Novice → Apprentice → Expert → Master tiers
Rewards:
- Full Netherite combat gear with combat enchantments
- Boss trophies (Wither skull, Dragon head)
- Dragon Egg
- Warlord title and legendary warrior status
Orcs are born warriors, raised in harsh lands where only the strong survive. Their incredible strength and endurance make them fearsome in battle, and their hunting prowess ensures they never go hungry. What they lack in subtlety, they make up for in raw, overwhelming power.
- Orc Warrior: Berserker rage (Strength + Speed) when below 30% health - most dangerous when wounded
- Orc Mage: [VERIFY: Does Orc Mage have unique synergy combining magic with durability, or just natural combination?]
- Orc Rogue: +20% extra backstab damage (stacks with base Rogue backstab) - highest burst damage in game
- Best race for combat-focused playstyles
- Highest survivability in dangerous situations (+3 hearts)
- Extra damage makes mob hunting more efficient
- Bonus meat + leather drops provide sustainable food and resources
- Excellent for PvP if enabled on your server
- Great for aggressive, front-line playstyles
- Complete "Path of the Warlord" for ultimate combat rewards
- Orc Warrior berserker rage turns near-death into devastating offense
- Orc Rogue backstabs are the highest damage attacks in the game
Each race has an epic 10-quest storyline that progresses through all 4 difficulty tiers. These quests are available starting at character creation and tell a complete story of your race's journey.
Total Race-Specific Quests: 40 (10 per race)
Requirements:
- Must have selected the appropriate race
- Quests unlock at proper level thresholds (1, 5, 15, 25)
- Progress through tiers: Novice → Apprentice → Expert → Master
XP Rewards:
- Novice: 200 XP
- Apprentice: 500 XP
- Expert: 1500 XP
- Master: 2500 XP
Total XP from Race Chain: 11,700 XP (significant progression boost!)
Epic Rewards:
Each race chain provides unique legendary rewards fitting their theme:
- Dwarf: Full Netherite gear, Nether Star, smithing mastery
- Elf: Elytra, Totems of Undying, nature mastery
- Human: Full Netherite set, Dragon Egg, legendary status
- Orc: Full Netherite combat gear, Dragon Egg, boss trophies
- Locate the Hall of Champions (use Hall Locator item or explore naturally)
- Approach the Race Selection Altar
- Read the Race Selection Tome to learn about each option
- Use a Race Token at the altar to make your choice
- Your choice is permanent - choose wisely!
- Playstyle: Do you prefer combat, exploration, or resource gathering?
- Class Synergy: Which class do you plan to choose? Check synergy bonuses!
- Quest Chain: Which epic storyline appeals to you?
- Environment: Where will you spend most of your time?
- Team Composition: Playing multiplayer? Coordinate with teammates!
- Progression Speed: Want to level faster? Choose Human for +25% XP
Yes. Race selection is permanent but can be changed. This can be changed using reset Items earned in game.
- Human - +25% XP gain = fastest to level 50
- Orc - No XP bonus
- Dwarf - No XP bonus
- Elf - No XP bonus
- Orc - 23 HP (highest health)
- Dwarf - 21 HP + underground Resistance
- Human/Elf - 20 HP (standard)
- Dwarf - Mining speed + ore bonuses (best early-game)
- Elf - Wood/leaf bonuses + Hero of Village trades
- Orc - Hunting bonuses for food/leather
- Human - No gathering bonuses
- Elf - +15% movement speed + extended reach
- Human/Orc/Dwarf - Standard speed
- Dwarf - -5% movement speed (slowest)
- Orc - Highest HP + melee damage bonus
- Dwarf - Extra HP for durability
- Human/Elf - Standard combat capabilities
Before choosing your race, consider which class you'll select:
Tank Builds:
- Dwarf Warrior (underground Resistance)
- Orc Warrior (Berserker rage)
Magic Builds:
- Dwarf Mage (Fire Resistance for Nether)
- Elf Mage (Haste in forests)
- Human Mage (Regeneration bursts)
Stealth Builds:
- Elf Rogue (Forest invisibility) - BEST stealth
- Orc Rogue (Massive backstab damage) - BEST burst damage
- Human Rogue (Jump boost mobility)
Balanced/Versatile:
- All Human combinations (fast leveling, adaptable)
See the Synergies page for complete details on all 9 race-class combinations!
Next Steps: Once you've chosen your race, visit the Classes page to select your class and unlock powerful synergies!