Homebrew Frogfolk Species Details

The Frogfolk race had remained hidden for many years in plain sight, made easy by their identical appearance to ordinary frogs. However these folk are anything but ordinary. Stories tell of Frogs turning into humans and vice versa. Perhaps these tales are embellishments of the truth, frogs that could walk on two legs and speak as humans do. While showing incredibly complex sentience it is a mystery as to how or why this species exists. It would seem it does them no good in the grand scheme of things, as almost all Frogfolk discovered have been found living primitively in natural frog-like habitats.

The Frogfolk have been witnessed interacting with ordinary frogs in a jovial and pleasant manner. This is in direct opposition to what men of science expected. Most educated examiners expected the Frogfolk to display some form of dominance over their less evolved cousins. In actuality it would seem Frogfolk care for ordinary frog species' like a Sheppard to his flock, with love and guidance. This at the very least gives an insight into their nature as Good creatures with a careful regard for the natural Order of the world. Indeed we have yet to see what a member of their society (which is usually seen as small groups of simple caretakers) would be like in combat. 

It is almost certain however that they do experience combat, indeed it was the discovery of tiny suits of armor and weapons that led to the discovery of their race. Although we have not observed them in action it would be fair to suggest that their fighting styles mimic those of humans, if a little more acrobatic. Regardless it doesn't seem to be in their nature to attack without feeling threatened so we need not fear them just yet. But with their discovery comes their integration into society. While most in the academic world view this merge as seamless and mutually beneficial, there are those who are worried such a union may endanger their fragile communities. 

Whatever the course of events, it would seem the world has finally come to understand a great truth. Some frogs may jump and croak. These frogs are fine and Calm. Then there are frogs that walk, run, laugh and sing. And these frogs have stayed calm & hidden long enough.

Frogfolk Traits

+2 Dexterity, +1 Wisdom, Nimble Dodge, Darkvision, Sneaky, Croak speech, Amphibious, Standing Leap

Sub-Species

Frogfolk, just like their ordinary kin, come in many different sub-species. Each of which gives the Frogfolk unique abilities.

Ability Score Increase

Your Dexterity score increases by 2, and your Wisdom score increases by 1.

Age

Frogfolk begin life as a tadpole and slowly grow into their mature body over the course of 6-9 weeks. Frogfolk generally live longer than their underdeveloped kin. Averaging a lifespan of 30-40 years.

Alignment

Frogfolk live mostly humble lives with little interest in politics or the worries of the world around them. This coupled with their Caretaker nature usually sees them sport Good alignments, often leaning from Neutral to Lawful as they respect the law of the natural world.

Size

Frogfolk are visually identical to ordinary frogs and so often range between 4 to 8 inches in length, depending on the variations of frog subspecies.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 20 feet, you have a swimming speed of 20 feet.

Nimble Dodge

When attacked by an Attack of Opportunity, you may use your reaction to impose disadvantage on that attack.

Darkvision

You can see in dim light within 30 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.

Sneaky

You are proficient in the Stealth skill.

Croak Speech

You have the innate ability to speak with beasts, but only with creatures belonging to a 'frog' category, you achieve this through complicated Croaking.

Amphibious

The Frogfolk can breathe air and water.

Standing Leap

The Frogfolk's long jump is up to 10 ft. and its high jump is up to 5 ft., with or without a running start.