Homebrew Runescale Species Details
Your body was forged from the bones of a Giant and the breath of a Dragon. You are a bridge between the two races, borne through the collaboration of those who seek to end the grudges which have outlived their time. Scorned, you shall be, from those who do not agree with what your existence represents.
The appearance of Runescales differs depending on the type of giant and dragon which were involved in their creation. Their tinted eyes, sharp fingers, and clawed feet, as well as scales spotting their skin point to their draconic nature; meanwhile, their hair and complexion often follow the giants, varying between shades of coal-black, slate-gray, and dirt-brown. Over the course of a Runescales' life, symbols will appear across their body, looking like tattoos. Beyond the natural wards and runic magic they bestow, their nature is unknown: it is believed they correlate with the esoteric speech of ancient giants and signify events in the Runescale's life.
Runescale Traits
Runescales channel traits of both Dragon and Giant, a mixed breed of the two. Runes glow along your body, chanelling the magic of giants, while draconic scales armor your hide.Ability Score Increase
When determining your character’s ability scores, increase one score by 2 and increase a different score by 1, or increase three different scores by 1. You can't raise any of your scores above 20.
Creature type
You are a Humanoid.
Size
On average, Runescales are between 7 and 8 feet tall and weigh between 300 and 360 pounds. Your size is Medium.
Speed
Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
Darkvision
You inherit the eyes of a dragon. 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.
Giant's Stature
The blood of titans flows through your veins, which is reflected in your strength and stature. You have proficiency in the Athletics skill, and you count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity the weight you can push, drag, or lift.
Dragon Scales
Dragon scales cover parts of your skin, protecting you from harm. Your hit point maximum increases by 1, and it increases by 1 every time you gain a level.
Scaled Wards
The endurance of the giants has fused with the elemental power of the dragons, producing protective symbols that interweave with the rest of your runes: Acid, cold, fire, lightning, and poison damage you suffer is reduced by double your proficiency bonus.
Languages
You can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and your DM agree is appropriate for your character.
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