Homebrew Glaucus Atlanticus Species Details

Glaucus Atlanticus Traverse the worlds oceans, they often drift where the current carries them, And enjoy drifting upon their backs, They naturally reside in dangerous locations far from the land. Long-established elusive guardians of the ocean, in recent years the Glaucus Atlanticus have hidden themselves away, as tritons have become increasingly active in the world above. Some follow with, Seeing the world alongside their closely related Aquatic brethren, but most receed further away into the Oceans unforgiving nature. 

Aquatic Nature Guardians

Glaucus Atlanticus entered the world in response to the sudden increase of Tritons and sea folk communicating with the land. As the other Sea-folk such as ,Tritons and Sirens waged many wars against the realms, it drove Glaucus Atlanticus into hiding, preferring solitude and safety fro their people. Glaucus Atlanticus are common allies to Horrific creatures such as the Kraken and creatures of similar nature,  having a symbiotic nature, They bring food and Partnership to these gargantuan beasts, and in return the Glaucus Atlanticus's territory is gaurded. 

The Glaucus Atlanticus, driven by a sense of duty and responsibility similar to other Sea-Folk, They understand their goal is to protect themselves, their people, and the nature of the Oceans.

Unknowing thought

As a result of their isolation and limited understanding of anywhere else but water area's, Glaucus Atlanticus can come across as unintelligent and Annoying. They see themselves as caretakers of the sea, They care not for praise, but when given it they are quick to feel pride, although they can be abit too truthfull, they are decent allies. Glaucus Atlanticus also have a tendency to emerge from their isolation under the assumption that other folk Harbor Hatred for them, viewing them as enemies. Events of war and lack of interaction drives much of this thought. 

Poisonous Dancers

Despite their lack of knowledge of the surface world, Glaucus Atlanticus are Kind and Patient creatures at heart, a big part of their culture is Dance, even in fighting style they hold dance, Most Glaucus Atlanticus use the fighting style  Cai Li Fo, a Chinese martial art that normally uses a metal fan for defensive and distraction purpose. However, being a sea creature with many colorful spines, Glaucus Atlanticus use the large spines upon their body for that purpose instead.  

Glaucus Atlanticus are not prone to immediate fight and die for themselves or others but they can fight fairly well, They prefer to distract and flee rather then to Fight and slay. Often when the Glaucus Atlanticus encounter other creatures for the first time can underestimate them, leaving them vulnerable to deception and mockery.  They are not quick to leap to a fight and prefer to stay passive.  They chose not to fight because they know the dangers they hold. 

Alienated Confusion

Given their isolation from most other creatures and races, most Glaucus Atlanticus have never been to anywhere outside of their territory. They struggle with the idea that they can’t easily move up and down out of water, and the changing of the seasons mystifies them, wind and fire fascinate despite the danger both hold.  They Lack knowledge to alot of customs and traditions, and often this bewilders and confuses them.  Although ones involving dances they are quick to adapt into. 

Glaucus Atlanticus Personality

Far from flawless, these Sea-folk have good intentions, but they are easily confused by others, this often leads to them misunderstanding most situations. Glaucus Atlanticus are peace lovers, preferring to remain neutral or at peace in almost any situation, You can select, roll, or adapt a Glaucus Atlanticus-specific quirk from the Glaucus Atlanticus Quirks table. Use the quirk to inform how you portray your character.

Glaucus Atlanticus Quirks

d6	Quirk
1	You prefer to float on your backside in water, and let the current guide you.
2	You are quick to assume others are ill-willed towards you.
3	You learned an rough version of *insert Language* often misusing words.
4	You assume that people are telling you the truth.
5	The surface world is fascinating but you prefer anywhere else.
6	You mistakenly assume that Other folk share the fondness for Ocean life, and are quick tempered when you discover they are not.

Glaucus Atlanticus Names

Most Glaucus Atlanticus names have two or three syllables. Male names typically end with Us-On-Ah-Irc-Os or Vowels, and female names traditionally end with Eh-Fi-Ia-Lu-Achi-Mil-O. Glaucus Atlanticus Surnames often relate to the color of their spines EX: Blue, Grey, SIlver. 

Female Glaucus Atlanticus Names: Feain, Melltheh, Ichria, Jiracho, Omorfi, Malsalu, Julio,(ect)

Male Glaucus Atlanticus Names: Corvus, Dellion, Thalious, Verah, Ianirc, Mirus, Kirusdon, Ahlos, (ect)

Glaucus Atlanticus Surnames: Silver,Gold,Blue, Navy, Green, Grey,(ect)

Glaucus Atlanticus Traits

Your Glaucus Atlanticus character has the following racial traits.

Ability Score Increase

Your Strength, Constitution, and Charisma scores each increase by 1.

Age

Glaucus Atlanticus reach maturity around age 20 and can live up to 300 years.

Size

Glaucus Atlanticus are slightly taller than humans, averaging about 6 feet tall. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30-35 feet, and you have a swimming speed of 60 feet, alongside a gliding speed of 60 feet.

Sluggish nature

You can breathe air and water, although in order to do such, once per day you must be present with both climates or environments so your form doesn't dry up. 

Control Air and Water

You can cast fog cloud with this trait. Starting at 3rd level, you can cast gust of wind with it, and starting at 5th level, you can also cast wall of water with it. Once you cast a spell with this trait, you can’t cast that spell with it again until you finish a long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells.

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.

Symbiotic Communication

Aquatic beasts of any kind have an extraordinary affinity with your people. You can communicate ideas with beasts that can breathe water. They can understand the meaning of your words,  and some will even attempt to strike conversation with you.

Guardians of the Oceans Natures

Adapted to the Oceans harsh environments, such as underwater volcanoes and Icy glaciers, you have gained the ability to natural exist in said areas. 

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and Primordial.