Homebrew Ikwiikwii Species Details

Ikwiikwii resemble bipedal owls with no wings and taloned hands. Some suspect they are descendents of the first owlbears, or part of the same experiments that created them. They are short, stocky and share the enhanced musculature of their larger cousins.

Ikwiikwii prefer mountains and boreal forests, but they are hardy and capable hunters, and some live in the most barren of deserts. Rarely farmers, most ikwiikii consider it a point of pride to hunt their own dinner.

Ikwiikwii mate for life as a general rule, and their families rarely exceed four individuals at a time. If a family grows too large, the eldest child is encouraged to leave the nest and start their own family. This moment marks true adulthood in their lives, and their parents may make a great display, showering gifts and well-wishes upon their departing child, or throwing a party attended by friends and even extended family.

Although ikwiikii are typically shy, cautious, and generally slow to trust others, they make steadfast friends and trustworthy allies.

Age. Ikwiikwii reach maturity at 10 years, and live up to 60 years.

Alignment. Ikwiikwii tend toward good and neutral alignments.

Size. Ikwiikwii average 2-3 feet tall, and weigh around 40 pounds. Your size is Small.

Speed. Your base walking speed is 25 feet. If your hands are unoccupied, you can run on all fours at a speed of 35 feet.

Languages. You can speak, read and write, Common and Ikwiikwii.

Ikwiikwii Traits

Ikwiikii are small but resemble their owlbear heritage in many ways

Unarmed Movement.

If your hands are unoccupied, you can run on all fours at a speed of 35 feet.

Ability Score Increase

Your Wisdom score increases by 2, and your Strength score increases by 1.

Darkvision

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.

Keen Sight

You have advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks made that rely on sight.

Leverage

You can wield a weapons with the heavy property without the penalty usually applied to small creatures.

Owlbear Weaponry

You have sharp claws, which grant you a climbing speed of 20 feet. In addition, your claws and beak are natural weapons, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit with them, you deal slashing damage equal to 1d4 + your Strength modifier.

Hybrid Nature

Your creature type is monstrosity in addition to humanoid. You can become the target of any ability, spell or effect that affects either of your creature types.