Homebrew felis Species Details
Nine Lives Short Lived
Felis live up to 450 years of age. It is whispered that they possess nine lives and, by some forgotten curse, they burn through each life every 50 years. This has led many Felis adventurers to set out on a quest to seek an end to their curse and restore the race's full life span. Even with their cursed nine lives the average Felis outlive most beings. This longevity gives them a larger outlook on life. They make acquaintances easily and friends rarely. Felis live their lives with a good sense of magic. Most Felis are able to sniff out a wizard in the room full of grey bearded, pointy hat wearing men. Other races often connect the Felis' innate magic sense as being tied to their origins of being used to aid wizards with spells as conduits of natural energy.
Short And Furry
Felis are often underestimated due to their short stature and cuddly demeanor. Felis come in all shapes and colors. They can grow to be up to 3 ft tall and often vary in their weight due to differing habits. Felis range from the fiery gingers to the cool calculating cerulean blues. The differing sub species of Felis all have their own quirks ,but, as a species overall they are known as intelligent and gifted adventurers.
Each breed of Felis has their own clan which they are extremely proud of. This pride often leads to scuffles and contests for pride of oneself and their clan. There has always been a healthy rivalry among the different breeds of Felis. Some rivalries end in brawls and others end with shame and loss of respect. Often, individuals will be challenged to single combat for their honor, and on the rarest of occasions, the honor of an entire clan.
Once the Felis came into existence the original elders of each clan decided that they needed a land they could call home. After sending out adventurers to seek a new home, a Shorthair, named Max, found the Great Sunrocks. These massive rocks soak up sunlight and retain the heat even throughout the nights and winters. Sunning on these boulders is a common trait that all Felis love.
Venturing to Sunrock Village to receive a piece of the Sunrock is an honor all Felis seek to earn. Each clan is overseen by an Elder who resides in Sunrock village. These Elders have the last say in conflicts between clans and the species in general, but events hardly get that far.
Curious Explorers
OVERCOMING THE UNDERESTIMATED Felis are among the shortest races and are often overlooked for their small stature. Their domesticated ancestor, the house cat, is sometimes what all other races will see when dealing with a Felis. Adventurering Felis have learned to use this to their advantage, often sweet talking the tall folk into increasing their fee. But this talent isn't just limited to dealings, while fighting foes will very often turn their backs to a Felis giving the furry creatures a opening to strike.
All Felis share a love of exploring - their curiosity of the world is what drives them onward. They are constantly looking for new technologies, spells, and rare legendary items to further their clan's honor. Felis are strong dexterous race only stopped by their own shortcomings.
Felis Names
Clan Hierarchy
The Felis clans are overseen by a clan elder who is elected by the clan as a whole. The elder doesn't have to be elderly to achieve the title, but those who take the mantle young are seen as inexperienced. Usually the clan elder resides in Sunrock Village to coordinate with other clans.
Ranked below the elders, in name only, are the clan mothers. Clan mothers are those who manage the clans home affairs, organize quests, determine occupations, and just about everything else. While elders are elected, clan mothers will choose a child from the litter and tutor them personally. After the clan mother passes the chosen child will take up the role.
Felis are given their names by their clan mother. A clan mother often determines the name by divining the future of a kitten. If the future tells of the child doing great deeds a heroic name is chosen, if not, a standard house name is choosen.
Male Names: A1, Bree, Chester, Edgar, Fiddle, Jester, Jack, Luke, Luther, Max, Maru, Mew, Milo, Minka, Muschi, Oliver, Oscar, Rufus, Smokey, Simon
Female Names: Alice, Angel, Ash, Charlotte, Claire, Curie, Chloe, Daisy, Eva, Lucy, Millie, Mimi, Misty, Rosie, Ruby, Sasha, Susi, Tasha, Trixie
Clan Names: Cerulean, Claw, Maine, White Paw, Shadow, Forest, Chant, Hex, Iron Tooth
Heroic Names: Azreal, Leo, Felix, Ozfell, Proudfoot, Patches, Salem, Theo, Cecil
Felis Traits
Your Felis character will share a few common traits and attributes with all other Felis.
Ability Score Increase. Your Charisma score inceases by 2.
Age. Felis are considered full adults when they reach the age of 30.
Alignment. The majority of Felis are neutral and lean towards being adventurers or quest seekers. A Felis will always inspect the interesting and discover out the unknown.
Size. Felis average between 2-3 feet tall and weigh up to 60 pounds. Your size is Small.
Speed. Your base walking speed is 25 feet.
Claws. Due to your claws you have a climb speed of 15 feet. You can also use your claws as a weapon. When you land an attack you deal 1d4 + Strength modifier as slashing damage as an unarmed attack.
Felis Lineage. Choose one of the lineages. Your lineage determines your Felis Favor.
Darkvision. Being a Felis you are able to see in the dim light up to 60 feet as if it were bright light, and darkness beyond that as dim light.
Purrsuasion. Felis use their short and cute nature to their advantage as much as they can. You have proficiency in the Persuasion skill.
Curious Nature. Being an inquisitive Felis you have proficiency in the Investigation skill.
Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and choose one other language.
Good Fortune. Calico fur is the rarest of all Felis lineages. The legends say that all of the black furred Felis' luck went to the calico. Once per day when you roll an attack roll, ability check, or saving throw you can choose to reroll. You must accept the results of the reroll.
Arcane Adept. Starry eyed and fur of a blue-night sky it is said that these Felis are connected to the Astral Sea. Increase your Intelligence score by 1.
Night Stalker. Grey is the perfect color for being able blend into things. Felis with grey fur are able to hide very easily. You gain proficency in the Stealth skill.
Unlucky. Typically those born of the this lineage are of pure black fur and carry a natural unluckiness where ever they go. Once per long rest as a reaction you cast your bad luck onto an enemy giving them disadvantage on one attack or ability saving through.
VARIANT FELIS TRAITS The following replaces the Felis ability score trait.
Ability Score Increase. Charisma increases by 2. You know the Friends cantrip. At 3rd level you learn the Speak With Animals spell. At 5th level you learn the Find Familiar spell.
Felis Traits
Your Felis character will share a few common traits and attributes with all other Felis.
felis Traits
Felis Traits Your Felis character will share a few common traits and attributes with all other Felis. Ability Score Increase. Your Charisma score inceases by 2. Age. Felis are considered full adults when they reach the age of 30. Alignment. The majority of Felis are neutral and lean towards being adventurers or quest seekers. A Felis will always inspect the interesting and discover out the unknown. Size. Felis average between 2-3 feet tall and weigh up to 60 pounds. Your size is Small. Speed. Your base walking speed is 25 feet. Claws. Due to your claws you have a climb speed of 15 feet. You can also use your claws as a weapon. When you land an attack you deal 1d4 + Strength modifier as slashing damage as an unarmed attack. Felis Lineage. Choose one of the lineages. Your lineage determines your Felis Favor. Darkvision. Being a Felis you are able to see in the dim light up to 60 feet as if it were bright light, and darkness beyond that as dim light. Purrsuasion. Felis use their short and cutcurious nature
Curious Nature. Being an inquisitive Felis you have proficiency in the Investigation skill.
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