Homebrew Arcanids Species Details

Physical Description: Arcanids are a humanoid race with insectoid features. They have four arms and four eyes, and their skin is covered in a chitinous exoskeleton that provides natural armor. Their limbs are wiry and flexible, allowing them to move quickly and gracefully. Arcanids range in size from 5 to 7 feet tall and weigh between 150 and 250 pounds.

Society and Culture: Arcanids are a highly intellectual race that values knowledge and understanding above all else. They are deeply interested in the workings of magic and often pursue careers as wizards, sorcerers, or artificers. Arcanids are known for their sharp minds and quick thinking, and they are often sought out as advisors and strategists.

Arcanids Traits

Arcanids have several abilities and traits that make them unique

Ability Score Increase

Arcanids gain a +2 bonus to Intelligence and a +1 bonus to Dexterity. Their four arms and insectoid agility give them quick reflexes and a keen intellect.

Multi-Armed

Arcanids have four arms, which allows them to wield multiple weapons or manipulate multiple objects simultaneously. They can also use their arms to climb surfaces with ease(30 ft).

Chitinous Exoskeleton

Arcanids have a natural armor that provides them with resistance to slashing damage.

Magic Savvy

Arcanids have proficiency in the Arcana skill and can cast the Cantrip Mage Hand at will.

Natural Linguists

Arcanids have a natural talent for languages and can speak, read, and write any language they encounter.

Unless the DM disagrees with it then it lasts for 1 day.

Darkvision

Arcanids can see in the dark up to 60 feet.

Age

Arcanids mature quickly, reaching adulthood around age 10, but they have a relatively short lifespan of about 50 years.

languages

Arcanids can speak, read, and write Common and you can choose 1 language of your choice.