The current player guide lists Human, Dwarf, Stoneborn, Raven, Elk and Slugman. Read the trait attached to the selected hero rather than relying on an older development roster.
Make the trait fit the role
| Race | Main creation check |
|---|---|
| Human | Whether the general-purpose trait suits your plan |
| Dwarf | Defensive and exploration traits shown in the character panel |
| Stoneborn | Body-armor restriction and alternative defenses |
| Raven | Both random mutation descriptions |
| Elk | Which enemy types the defensive trait applies against |
| Slugman | Fire vulnerability as well as the beneficial trait |
The table deliberately avoids repeating unverified exact modifiers. Check the installed character panel for the value and condition that apply to your hero.
A practical comparison
- Choose the class and intended row first.
- Read the full racial trait, including any disadvantage.
- Check whether that disadvantage interferes with the planned weapon, armor or resource use.
- Compare what the other three heroes can cover.
- Inspect the final character rather than assuming two heroes of the same race are identical.
A race with a strong defensive benefit can still create a different weakness. The useful question is how the entire party handles that tradeoff.
Stoneborn equipment
The player guide reports a restriction on body armor, rather than every equipment slot. If an armor item cannot be equipped, check the slot and race limitation before concluding that the item or hero is broken. Other requirements may still apply.
Why older names appear
Pre-release developer posts used Horemount and Yah-Ti in a planned roster. Treat them as historical development labels, not additional current races or proof of a hidden unlock. This guide does not supply a tested race tier list or a universally best race-class combination.
Sources & version notes
Mechanics are reported in the original player guide; developer sources support the broader system. This is not an independent verification of every tooltip or balance value.
- VoidEngineer — original Underkeep Player’s Guide (updated 2026-11-08; checked 2026-11-09)
- News from Underkeep: Classes, Races & Skills (2025-11-04)
- Closer to the Depths (2026-05-30)
Compiled from public sources. We have not personally played or tested these procedures. Check your installed build and its tooltips when details differ.