Homebrew Yakfolk Species Details

The yikaria are an old race, heralding back from a less civilized world which was much colder and meaner. They have changed very little with the passage of time physically, as they were already so robust and well adapted to their mountain homes, but what has changed was the introduction of, bartering, trading and of course money. One day, a peddler made his way up the winding mountain paths to see if these large yak-like people had any use of his wares. He brought them things that were difficult to grow and find in the mountains, fresh fruits and vegetables, smithed iron pans and weapons, and even a few magic potions. They had no money, so instead fashioned the peddler some warm clothing for his return journey down the mountain. The people in the village below loved the mans clothing, and quickly went up the mountain themselves to obtain some of this incredibly rare, soft and warm clothing. The yikaria took to trading immediately and it is said that all of the wealth of the yikarai originates from these first exchanges between them and the peddler.

Yikaria society is comprised entirely of communal sharing and harvesting of resources. When among themselves, they are simple gatherers and do not use money amongst other members of their tribe or race. The trading aspect of the yikaria is only a front which is used to procure incredible goods and wealth for the good of the tribe. Yikaria tribes are much easier to find as they have become more populace and they don't enjoy leaving their tribes if they don't have to. A tribe of yikaria is ruled by a pair of yikaria , the youngest and oldest of the tribe, to make as fair of decisions as they can. The younger one has more power as they must live their choices for much longer than the oldest has to, so generally the youngest makes the decisions, turning to the oldest in times of uncertainty or hardship. Every now and then, a yikaria will set off on their own in search of riches, power, and a life beyond that of a simple farmer or gatherer. Although their tribe may never fully understand their decision, they are always welcomed back should they return, and are even always welcome with other tribes, as yikaria ae incredibly trusting of their own kind.

Yakfolk Traits

Shrewd, nomadic yak people, who love nothing more than a good trade.

Ability Score Increase.

Your Constitution score increases by 2 and you Charisma score increases by 1.

Art of the Trade.

You have learned from your ancestors how to trade and bargain, knowledge which has been passed down through your family group for thousands of years. You are proficient in the Deception and Persuasion skills.

Wool

You are covered in a thick, coarse wool which protects you from cold. You are resistant to cold damage and are immune to the effects of Extreme Cold, as detailed in page 110 of the DMG.

Shed Crafting

Once per week, you can take 8 hours to craft a set of winter clothing or a winter blanket. These items made from rare yakfolk fur are worth 1.5 times their usual value. It takes you 1 week to gather enough fur to use this feature again.

Big Strides

You can use your experience moving in deep snow to your advantage. You can use your bonus action to ignore difficult terrain on your turn.