Homebrew Gelfolk Species Details

History

The exact origin and age of the gelfolk as a race is unknown. Even elves possess little to no information on their origins. Due to this, there are many theories of their origin. Some say that they're the result of a caster's experiments, others say that they originate from Oblex. However, the most common theory is that they are the spawn of Juiblex, a demonic slime, and as such, to are trusted as much as a Tiefling. The Gelfolk are quick to replicate language and culture, and blend in to society easily

As a result of the mystery of their race, those that are found outside of their colonies are a rarity. They are expected to be on their best behavior due to this. Some are received with curiosity and friendship, but others may find themselves faced with wariness and distrust.

However gelfolk are received, it is certain that they are likely to stand out in a crowd if not shapshifting. 

The longest living Gelfolk, according to elves, lived 1,096 years. 

 

Gelatinous Humanoids

Gelfolk come in many varieties and colors, most often bright and vibrant shades. Some are darker in color as well, and others still sport a variety of hues that leave them almost rainbow in appearance. Ultimately, the base color scheme is what seems to stand out the most about these ooze-like humanoids, apart from their slime-like bodies.

It has been found that gelfolk are able to mimic humanoid shapes once they see them. Some colonies of gelfolk have started to copy the forms of animals, while others can begin to sport appearances like other humanoids around them. This means that gelfolk can come in varieties leaning toward more human or elven appearances, and others can look similar to kobolds, dragonborn or tabaxi. Despite mimicking these races, they cannot use abilities specific to them. 

While unconscious, sleeping or otherwise incapacitated, these humanoids begin to lose their form and shape. It seems to be semi-conscious thought that keeps them the shape that they are, and as a result they tend to turn into puddles of goop when unconscious. Upon waking the gelfolk is able to pull themself together, but some gelfolk lose their shape when becoming flustered or even when badly injured.

Unlike most humanoids, gelfolk do not have bones, muscles or blood. Their form is held together entirely by an arcane force and can shift according to their thoughts. They are able to make themselves convincingly look like another race, but appear shiny and semi-transparent without the aid of other magic. The humanoid shape a grlfolk chooses can be very personal and mean a lot to any given individual.

Most impressively, gelfolk are able to squeeze themselves into small spaces and effectively stealth in liquids. They are able to change the size and shapes of their limbs, but they are never able to exceed how much gel their body is made up of at any time. They can grow via intake of water, so a gelfolk may absorb smalll amounts of liquid into their bodies.

Gelfolk Traits

You require magical power to stay in convincing humanoid forms. You do not bleed, but you can leak water if cut too much. Depending on your parents, your coloring is different to other gelfolk.

Boneless

Due to the Gelfolk's characteristic lack of bones, the effectiveness of bludgeoning weapons is greatly reduced

Gelatin of Color

Your color is determined at birth based on your parents colors. Depending on your color, the color you are in your Gelatinous Form is set, and the color your eyes are while in a form with eyes is determined. 

Acid Resistance

Due to your semi-acidic nature, you are heavily resistant to acid damage.

Dilutibility

Despite the fact that you can absorb small amounts of water, being in large bodies of water can dilute your body. While in a large body of water, you take [roll]1d4[/roll] Necrotic Damage each turn.