Homebrew Fae Species Details

  The humanoids were tall and majestic. Mighty antlers and long ears all spread out from the sides of their heads. All of which was adorned with beautiful golden jewelry and other gem-studded decor. Each had two pairs of wings on their backs, some chitin like a dragonfly's or a wasp's. Their king was seated in a grand, dark wood throne. His thin wings glittered in the light of the many lanterns across the court. While he was adorned in more noble regalia, the others wore beautiful spring colored gowns and heavy coats to keep the late harsh winds at bay. And on each of their faces were a heavily decorated and closely fascend carapace.

“Welcome to my court, o' fair ones,” The king smiled. The court memebers all around nodded and blinked a mixture of intruiged and judgmental stares. Most had not seen outsiders for centuries.

The court itself looked as if a piece of heaven had taken form on their grounds. Marble flooring, tall collumns, graceful arches, all of it seemed almost overwhealming for the group of adventurers. They had seen this work before. Long ago, at the enterance to this cursed realm. Where the tired artists had worked themselves to death in order to bring this small piece of the gods to their home. Outside of the court had also been spectacular. A massive empier with clean streets, well-kept buildings, beautiful gardens, and tall walls to keep any who dared attack outside.

The Fae are an ancient race of beings, gifted to the world and tasked with keeping the seasons and the string of fate in perfect harmony. They live in places of ethereal beauty, in the middle of ancient forests, or in vast empires built to express the glory of their people. Where dark whispers drift through the air and fierce winds blow just outside of their home. The Fae love accomplishment and beauty, art and artistry, war and victory, and the better things of the world.

Tall and Regal

With their heavenly grace and unique features, Fae appear as if they were gods. Hauntingly beautiful to humans and members of many other races, more so than elves. They are typically the tallest race, ranging from 6 feet tall to just over 15 feet. They are more slender and thin, however very few weigh under 180 pounds. Despite this, they remain light as their weight comes from their wings, horns, and height. Males tend to be taller than females, however, females tend to be lighter than males.

Fae come in many shapes in sizes, however, their skin color is most usually kept a personal secret. Coloration encompasses the normal human range and also includes skin in shades of copper, bronze, and darker shades as well. Hair on the other hand is a pride to the race. Curls, waves, straight, and braids are all a work of art to them. Often, Fae will decorate their hair by dipping in a gold leaf of sorts or clasping it in unique metals. Unlike Elves, who have no facial and little body hair, The Fea are able to grow facial hair and even fur in some places.

Ethereal Lifespan

Fae is demi-mortal beings, meaning that they live until they are killed. This gives them a broad perspective on events that might trouble the shorter-lived races more deeply, much like Elves. They enjoy seeing the work of the other races and watching the progression of every little thing. They tend to remain aloof and shrouded in mystery when not out admiring work. When pursuing a goal, however, Fae tend to hyper-fixate. Much of a Fae culture is limited to work and the occasional celebration. So to them, learning a new skill is a blessing. They are slow to make friends and enemies. But a kind gesture, no matter how small, is never forgotten.

Fae are familiar with the tide of battle and its currents. They trust in their kin to aid them in a fight and often times apologize at the first sign of a disagreement. In the face of a greater war, they're known to retreat into their realm and hide away where their soverign is closest. Confident that they can simply wait the danger out. But when the need arises, or other circumstances have been revealed, Fae are known to fight for their people to the death so that they and their kin to come may live in peace.

Safety in Solitude

Most Fae live in large, well-fortified empires. Fae hunt and grow vegetables to sustain themselves, and their skill and magic allow them to support themselves without the need to leave their empire. Fae artists, be it sculpting, painting, or other forms of art, are known to assist their empire in their own ways. Dancing to amuse the public, working with stone to fortify the empire, and even painting in the street for self-pleasure. Their contact with outsiders is usually limited, though a few Fae have ever been known to leave their empires, and when they do it's due to banishment or their yearning to see the world.

Fae encountered outside their own lands are commonly ex-soldiers, casters, or artists. Nobles have been known to compete for the services of Fae instructors to teach swordplay or magic to their offspring.

Werifesteria and Woolgathering

Fae who do journey around the world do it for a mixture of reasons. Since they are so demi-mortal, they have been known to journey for centuries before finally returning home, if they chose to that is. Because of this, Many Fae tend to form little communities of well-built relationships with tavern owners, hostels, and transportation companies. Fae also enjoy attending social gatherings for races outside their own. And while they don't incredibly enjoy being the center of attention, they are always willing to share some stories from their travels and other unique people they have encountered.

Symbols of Sophistication

Most Fae are born from high-class or noble families, from this, they have retained perfect elegance when it comes to speaking, presenting themselves, and acting as a host or hostess from a gathering. However, when it comes to a creature of an incredibly low standing, it can be difficult.

Kenku. “Kenku, while not the most talkitive folk, are incredibly well-kept and surprisingly intelligent. Most that I have encountered have been more than pleased to show me their collection of trinkets from their travels.”

Orcs. “Incredibly well-groomed. You'd think they would constantly be covered in mud or blood or other fluids, but they have got to be the cleanest race I have ever encountered in my entier lifetime.”

Humans. “Despite their short lifespans, they never cease to amaze me at what they can accomplish. And while there is fighting and plenty of terrible decisions, I've never seen two humans unable to settle anything over a harty pint.”

Fae Names

Much like Tieflings, Fae children must go through the stage of rite, this means that until a certain age they are still considered children. It's not until their hundredth birthday that they are given a calling, a special prefix, or a title before their name.

Once a Fae has become of rite, they are a prefix that pertains to their status both in their family and as a whole. The prefix starts with either 'A' for a female or 'E' for a male. Then after comes their status. For example, a brother, sister, eldest child, youngest child, mother, father, etc. A Fae's name will only change up to three times in their lifetime. First when they enter rite, then when they are either given a position or are suddenly given a sibling, and finally when their either take on a partner or become the head of their family.

Male Prefixes: En (Son), Elder (Eldest Son), Ekir (Middle Son), Evi (Youngest Son), Edrir (Father), Edriv (Patriarch), Edrocar (High Male Nobility), Edrasm (Emperor)

Female Prefixes: An (Daughter), Alder (Eldest Daughter), Akir (Middle Daughter), Avi (Youngest Daughter), Adrir (Mother), Adriv (Matriarch), Adrocar (High Female Nobility), Adrasm (Emperess)

Family Names (Common Translations): Njordergartten (Court of the North), Suthergartten (Court of the South), Esagartten (Court of the East), Wilgartten (Court of the West), Beluverte (Home of Blossoms), Canyukora (Crows of Strongwind), Reokverte (Home of Rooks), Tarsulgartten (Court of the High Sun), Layunjorder (Beauty of the North).

Subrace

The Archfey are a touchy subject with the Fae. Some consider it a curse, many others call it a blessing. An Archfey is the byproduct of a Fae yearning to obtain higher power and being given such either by a god or from a dark ritual. Once an Archfey, they are henceforth banished and exiled from both their kingdom and their court. Many Archfey choose to live a life of solitude. And with their newfound godly ability, they couldn't be happier.

Fae Traits

Thousands of years of victory has lead to your heightened senses.

Additional Build

Although Fae reaching physical and mental maturity at 50, they are treated much like a 13-year-old when it comes to responsibility. Much like elves, the Fae's understanding of adulthood goes beyond physical growth to encompass worldly experience. Fae are demi-mortal meaning they live until they are killed. They reach maturity at 100 and are then given respect and opportunities depending on their century. A young adult is 100 to 1,500. An adult is 1,500 to 30,000. And an elder is 30,000 onward. Fae height ranges from under 5 to over 12 feet tall and have slender builds. Your size is Medium but under other circumstances can become large. Your base walking speed is 30 feet and your flying speed is 20 feet.

Age

Fae age, while they mature mentally and physically like elves, they tend to be treated like teenagers up until their hundredth birthdays when it comes to their responsibilities and the jobs they are assigned. Once a Fae reached their hundredth birthday, they are treated far more differently by their century. A child is 0 to 100, a young adult is 100 to 1,500, an adult is 1,500 to 5,000, an older adult is 5,000 to 30,000, and a senior is 30,000 until their death. To note, the oldest fae every recorded died at 41,875-years-old.

Excellent Vision

Accustomed to twilit forests and the night sky, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. 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. Your sight is also in perfect condition when looking underwater.

Fey Ancestry

You have advantage on saving throws against being charmed, and magic can’t put you to sleep. You also burn when put in contact to iron. Your Dexterity score increases by 2. You have proficiency in the Perception skill.

Kin-Speak

You can speak, read, and write Fae and Common. Fae is fluid, with subtle intonations and intricate grammar. Fae literature is a beautiful and unique language famous among other races and many times used in poems and songs. Many have tried to learn the language but with Fae being such a reclusive race, it's even more difficult to learn. Other languages must be learned but are mastered easily.

Wings

You have two sets of wings, one larger and one smaller. Both are insect-like in appearance but are not able to lift you off the ground. However, you can glide.