Homebrew Vestri Species Details

Vestris live on the western shore of Svilland, Nionaem. They are mostly naval raiders, sailors, and ship builders, which is why they do not choose to live within the woods. Family means a lot to Vestris and they believe that those without a family are without honor. They often tattoo their bodies with their family symbols.

Blessing Of The Sea

The sea is the core of the life of Vestris. They pray to the sea, hunt at sea, and have their battles in the sea. Nionaem is famous for their fishers and naval raiders. Svillanders know that nothing can defeat a Vestri on water. It is said that Aegir and Ran blessed Vestris and Nionaem with their generous gifts. One of them is the king of Nionaem, the prophet, Aleson the Arisen, who was reborn in the sea and came to rule the land. From that moment forth the Vestri knew that their destiny was not set in stone like others, but was written on the seas by storms.

RELATIONSHIPS

Being a folk of the seas and of survival in harsh conditions, Vestris highly value warriors and hunters. Their general attitudes towards folk of other ancestries are given below. However, the views stated below are not necessarily shared by every Vestri.

Austri.  “They believe in their kingdom far too much, sometimes even fanatically. But not all of them think in the same way. Having big cities and ‘being civilized’ are not what makes a warrior.”

Dvergr. “Although stubborn and grumpy, they are the best crafters one can find. If you don’t anger them, they might even be friendly, although I wouldn’t get my hopes up too much..” 

Half-Jotunn. “A different and dangerous folk. But being friends with one could save your life in the wilderness."

Mithal.  “Mithals made poor decisions and found themselves in conflict, stuck between two rulers. We pity them. They have so much in common with us.” 

Kuning. “A folk on their own and who are better if left alone. They are just different from the rest of us here in Svilland. Some think their connections with the spirits defy our Gods and Goddesses, and that they are just as heretical as the mythical Vanir. Still, I have not seen them do any harm.”

Vestri Names

Male Names: Agnar, Bodvar, Dag, Forni, Gauk, Holmfast, Kabbi, Ljot, Manni, Orn, Ref, Skap, Tofi, Trud, Unn

Female Names:  Annete, Asa, Brida, Dagny, Ella, Grima, Hella, Ingrid, Karin, Mathilda, Ruth, Synne, Thorhalla, Vilde, Yvonne

 

Vestri Traits

Harsh wilderness and sea life makes Vestris excellent survivalists.

Too Stubborn to Die.

Once per long rest, you die when you fail your death saving throw four times instead of three.

Ability Score Increase

Your Constitution score increases by 2 and your Wisdom score increases by 1.

Age

Austris live nearly 70-90 years and become adults when they are 16.

Alignment

Vestris want to live their life without hesitation or remorse. Survival is their utmost priority, so they tend to be neutral.

Size

The average Austri is between 5-6 feet tall and weighs 125-250 pounds. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Austris (Common) and Vestris fluently.

Aegir's Blessing

You have proficiency with the Svillander javelin, svardstav, and yew longbow.

Survive

You gain proficiency in the Stealth or Survival skill (of your choice).