Homebrew Bawklin Species Details

A race of flightless avian humanoids, the Bawklins dwell in jungles and forests. Xenophobic and mistrustful of outsiders, Bawklins tend to stick to communities of their own and have a strict hierarchy (or pecking order). A flock is led by the strongest male, and many who can't hope to challenge him often venture out on their own.

Standing upright, Bawklins are typically about 3 feet tall, stocky, and they have short, stout legs that taper to sharp talons. Feathers cover their bodies—usually white, red, orange, yellow, brown, or gray. Their heads are also avian, resembling those of chickens.

Bawklin Traits

As a Bawklin, you have the following racial traits.

Creature Type

You are a Humanoid.

Size

Your size is Small.

Speed

Your walking speed is 25 feet.

Cocky

Your large plumage and proud nature gives you proficiency in Performance and Intimidation.

Talons

You have talons that you can use to make unarmed strikes. When you hit with them, the strike deals 1d6 + your Strength modifier slashing damage, instead of the bludgeoning damage normal for an unarmed strike.

Unyielding

To a Bawklin, nothing is worse than showing weakness to your enemy. Starting at 3rd level, If you miss with an attack roll or fail an ability check or a saving throw while a hostile creature can see you, you can use a reaction to reroll the die and must use the new roll. You can use this feature a number of times equal to your constitution modifier and regain expended uses on a short rest.