Homebrew Hilven Species Details

 At the heart of Hazam sits a peninsula, home to the most ambitious race to grace the face of the Mortal Realm. Descended from empire builders, mighty warriors, and unconcerned with their lack of Magic, the Hilven race are masters of warfare and are one of the most significant single races in Hazam's history, being rivalled only by their Elven and Human counterparts and neighbors.

An Average Uniqueness

An individual can stand from 5 feet to a little over 6 feet tall and weigh from 125 to 250 pounds. Hilven skin shades range from tanned to pale, and hair colors from black to brunette with some rare cases of blonde (curly or straight); males might sport facial hair that is sparse or well kept. The Elvish heritage of the Hilvens is shown in their slightly pointed ears, but said ears are noticeably less pointed than other Half-Elves. Hilvens reach adulthood in their late teens and commonly live about one century, maintaining their "prime" from ages 25-75 and then becoming subjected to fairly rapid aging over the next few decades.

Every Hilven a King

Hilvens, while not all having the same disposition, all share a strong sense of culture and purpose. Hilven culture is meritocratic by nature, meaning that only the most capable are allowed to reach high positions in any level of society or profession, but good breeding is also a major factor. The Patrician upper class dominates the higher rungs of society and the Plebeian masses fill out the lower levels, but through hard work and dedication any Hilven may rise to a position of power if they are determined and skilled enough. This has given Hilvens as a whole a fairly ambitious disposition that often annoys other races due to their constant need to improve. 

Exemplars of Ambition

Hilvens are among the most daring and ambitious of the races, their culture spurs them onwards to great deeds and even greater desires. They seek to earn glory in the eyes of their fellows by amassing power, wealth, and fame. Above all else the growth of the Hilven Empire is the prime desire of the entire race.

Hilven Names

Patrician

Recognized as the peak of Hilven society and breeding, most Patricians originate in noble families and other famous and old lineages. However, in recent times Plebeians that have proved themselves as prime examples of Hilven goals and accomplishments can be risen to the status of Patrician and are usually renamed to reflect their new place in society.

Patrician Names: (Male) Avitus, Aurelius, Caesar, Caracalla, Iulius, Claudius, Cassius, Gaius; (female) Claudia, Diana, Iulia, Camilla, Lucretia, Juno, Claudia, Clelia; (surnames) Antonius, Barbara, Vesta, Consus, Odenathus, Evandrus, Italus

Plebeian

The vast majority of Hilven society is made up of Plebeians, those of usually mixed blood and lower societal standing. Peasants, craftsmen, merchants, and the average soldier are just some examples of where Plebeians are found. However their low status and mixed origins does little to diminish the burning fire that resides in all true Hilvens.

Plebeian Names: (Male) Felix, Dornus, Evendur, Geta, Grimicus, Hadran, Malanus, Mornic, Randal, Stevenus; (female) Melissa, Esvelin, Jessatrix, Kerri, Lurane, Mirissia, Roilia, Shandri, Tessele; (surnames) Plebeians do not possess dynasties and instead are named after their father or mother based on the gender. For instance, A son of Felix would have the surname Felixus or Felixae while a daughter of Melissa would have the surname Melissia or Melissaen

 

Hilven Traits

Blessed not by Gods or Magic but instead by careful breeding, training, and schooling the Hilven race has these traits:

Feat

While lacking in Magic, selective breeding and training from young ages has gifted each Hilven with a Feat of nonmagical nature.

Darkvision

Due to the Evlen heritage present in every Hilven, Darkvision is a basic trait inherent in all Hilvens from Patrician to Plebeian. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can’t discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Ability Score Increase

Your ability scores each increase by 1.

Age

Hilven reach adulthood in their late teens and remain in their prime until their seventies, they live around a century on average.

Size

Hilvens vary widely in height and build, from barely 5 feet to well over 6 feet tall. Regardless of your position in that range, your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common, Elvish, and one extra language of your choice. Hilvens typically learn the languages of other peoples they deal with, work with, or live near. Learning a language by simply desiring to learn it is also an option as well due to a fairly advanced education system in most of the Hilven Empire.