Wheel OF Names

D&D Race Wheel

Spin for a Random D&D Race

Can’t decide what race to play? Let the wheel choose your next D&D character’s race! Perfect for breaking out of your comfort zone, quick one-shots, or when option paralysis strikes.

How the D&D Race Wheel Works

  1. Spin: Click or tap the wheel to start
  2. Watch: See races flash by as the wheel spins
  3. Land: Get your random D&D race
  4. Build: Create your character with the chosen race

What Races Are on the Wheel?

Core PHB Races: Human, Elf, Dwarf, Halfling, Dragonborn, Gnome, Half-Elf, Half-Orc, and Tiefling.

Expansion Races: Aasimar, Goliath, Firbolg, Kenku, Tabaxi, Tortle, Warforged, Genasi, and more from Volo’s Guide, Mordenkainen’s, and other sourcebooks.

What Can You Use the D&D Race Wheel For?

Character Creation

Stuck in a rut always playing the same race? Let the wheel push you into something new. Some of the best characters come from unexpected choices.

One-Shot Characters

Quick one-shots don’t need hours of deliberation. Spin, pick a class, and you’re ready to play in minutes.

DM NPC Generation

Dungeon Masters can use the wheel to quickly generate NPCs. Random race selection adds variety to your world’s population.

Challenge Runs

Create challenge characters by committing to whatever the wheel chooses, regardless of class synergy. Play what fate decides!

Party Composition

When a new player joins and doesn’t know what to play, the wheel can help them discover a race they might not have considered.

Character Art Prompts

Artists can spin to determine which race to draw for practice or commissions.

FAQs About the D&D Race Wheel

What editions is this for?

The races work for D&D 5th Edition primarily, but most translate to other editions and D&D-like systems.

Are all races official?

Yes! Every race on the wheel appears in official Wizards of the Coast sourcebooks.

What about subraces?

The wheel picks the main race. You can choose your subrace (like High Elf vs Wood Elf) after spinning.

Can I combine this with a class wheel?

Absolutely! Spin for race here, then spin for class on another wheel for a completely random character concept.

Is this for players or DMs?

Both! Players can use it for character creation, DMs for NPC generation.

Is the D&D Race Wheel free?

Completely free. No sign-ups, no limits, no ads.