Homebrew Giofen Species Details
Giofen are common to dry or desert areas, and have a very unique look. Most Giofen are less advanced than most of society, and are usually very nomadic.
They tend to vary in their looks, taking after different species of cacti. Some Giofen may have flowers, some may have different arrangements of spikes, and in rare cases they may even not have spikes at all.
Giofen live to around 600, but mature around 50.
The height of Giofen varies wildly, and they can be as small as 5ft, or as large as 10ft.
Giofen Traits
Being cactus folk, their abilities reflect that.Ability Score Increase
Your CON increases by 1 and your STR increases by 1.
Spiny
You are covered in spikes. If anyone attacks you with an unarmed strike, they take 2d6 piercing. If anyone touches you at all, they take 1d4 piercing. Additionally, your unarmed strike deals 2d4 extra piercing damage if your enemy is unarmored. At any time, you can choose to retract or extend some or all of these spikes as a bonus action.
Hardy
You can survive a long time without water, and you only need to drink water once a week.
Heat Inclined
You fare far better in hot climates than in cold climates. If it is reasonably hot (Over 90F) in your area, you gain an extra 5ft of movement speed and advantage in athletics. However, if it is cold in your area (below freezing), you will instead lose 5ft of movement speed and suffer a disadvantage in athletics.
Photosynthesis
As a plant, you gain your energy from the sun, and don’t need regular food to survive. As long as you get 3 hours of sun a day, you can live normally. If you go an extended period of time without any sun, you gain exhaustion. (3 Days = 1 Level) In addition, if you take a short rest while the sun is out and not obstructed, it counts as a long rest.
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