Homebrew Bloodwrought Species Details
Deep in the shadows of the world, there exists a mysterious race of beings known as the Bloodwrought. For centuries, they have existed on the fringes of society, shrouded in secrecy and superstition. Their origins are shrouded in myth and legend, but one thing is certain: they possess a power unlike any other.
Through a ritualistic process of blood infusion, the Bloodwrought have developed a unique relationship with the life force of other creatures. They have replaced their own blood over generations with the blood of others, creating an amalgamation of life energy within themselves. This process has given them access to the power of Blood Magic, allowing them to manipulate the life force of themselves and others.
However, this power comes with a price. The Bloodwrought are dependent on the blood of other creatures to sustain themselves, and the more powerful the creature, the greater the dependency. This has made them outsiders in most societies, and their reputation as bloodthirsty beings has led many to fear and shun them.
Despite the challenges they face, the Bloodwrought remain a proud and resilient race, fiercely protective of their own kind and determined to survive in a world that often rejects them.
Bloodwrought Traits
This race features a powerful blood infusion ability that allows them to gain temporary bonuses during combat, but they must also carefully manage their own blood dependency.Ability Score Increase
Your Constitution score increases by 2, and one other ability score of your choice increases by 1.
Age
Bloodwrought have a lifespan similar to humans, but overconsuming blood can cause their age to regress, so many are feared as vampires.
Size
Bloodwrought are similar in size to humans, ranging from 5 to 6 feet tall. Your size is Medium.
Speed
Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
Darkvision
Due to their close relationship with blood, bloodwrought have developed the ability to see in darkness. 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.
Blood Infusion
As a bonus action, you can choose to infuse your blood with that of a creature you have damaged with a melee attack during this turn. Once you do, you gain temporary hit points equal to half the damage you dealt to that creature (rounded down) and your melee attacks deal an additional 1d6 damage of the same type as the creature's blood you infused with. The temporary hit points last for 1 minute or until expended, and you can only use this ability once per short or long rest.
Blood Magic
You have the innate ability to manipulate blood, allowing you to move blood within a creature, causing it to suffer 1d6 necrotic damage or restoring 1d6 hit points, your choice. The die increases as you grow, increasing to 2d6 at 5th level, 3d6 at 11th level, and 4d6 at 17th level.
Blood Dependency
Due to your unique physiology, you require fresh blood to maintain your health. You must consume the blood of a sentient creature at least once a week or suffer from exhaustion. The creature must be willing or incapacitated for you to consume their blood in this way.
Languages
You can speak, read, and write Common and one other language of your choice.
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