Homebrew Felinid Species Details

The Felinid, known by various colloquial names depending on the region or planet, are a cunning and agile race with subtle feline features. While they share traits with the mythical Tabaxi, the Felinid have a more humanoid appearance, with their feline characteristics primarily manifested in their ears, cat-like eyes, and a graceful tail. Physically, Felinid have a slender and agile build, with features that blend feline grace with humanoid form. Their ears, atop their heads, are pointed and mobile, able to swivel and twitch to catch even the slightest sounds. Their eyes possess a mesmerizing gleam, often resembling those of a cat, with slit pupils that adapt to changes in light. A long, slender tail extends from their lower back, providing balance and enhancing their natural agility. The Felinid possess a keen intellect, wit, and natural curiosity. They are known for their cleverness, resourcefulness, and a penchant for finding solutions to challenging problems. Their affinity for strategy and their quick reflexes make them valuable companions and reliable allies in various endeavors. Felinid are natural explorers, driven by an insatiable curiosity and a desire for new experiences. They excel in stealth, acrobatics, and maneuverability, making them adept at traversing treacherous terrain and navigating complex environments. Their agility and dexterity enable them to excel in pursuits such as scouting, infiltration, and even more delicate tasks requiring finesse. While the Felinid possess an inherent mischievous nature, their intentions are generally playful rather than malicious. They enjoy testing the boundaries, often engaging in playful pranks and tricks, displaying their sense of humor and their ability to adapt to various situations. This playful nature, combined with their cleverness, makes Felinid engaging and charming companions. Within society, Felinid often find themselves in diverse roles. Some become skilled rogues, spies, or scouts, capitalizing on their natural agility and cunning. Others become scholars, using their sharp minds and curiosity to delve into the mysteries of science, magic, or ancient lore. Additionally, their affinity for social interactions and their ability to adapt to different cultures make them excellent diplomats and negotiators. The Felinid, with their feline attributes and their clever demeanor, embody the essence of adaptability and versatility. They remind others of the importance of quick thinking, intuition, and an agile approach to life's challenges. Whether as trusted companions or enigmatic wanderers, the Felinid leave an indelible mark on the tapestry of the science-fantasy universe, their playful spirits forever intertwined with the adventures and tales that unfold.

Felinid Traits

Here are the racial traits and features for the Felinid race in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition:

Ability Score Increase

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

Age

Felinid mature at a similar rate to humans and have a similar lifespan, typically living up to 80 years.

Alignment

Felinid have a tendency toward chaotic alignments, embracing their playful and mischievous nature. However, they can be found across the entire alignment spectrum.

Size

Felinid 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

Accustomed to prowling in the shadows, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. 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.

Feline Agility

Your reflexes and agility allow you to move with incredible speed and precision. Once per turn, when you move at least 20 feet in a straight line, you can increase your speed by 10 feet until the end of that turn.

Cat's Claw

You possess retractable claws that can be used as natural weapons. Your unarmed strikes deal slashing damage equal to 1d4 + your Strength modifier.

Keen Senses

You have proficiency in the Perception skill.

Playful Prankster

You have advantage on Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) checks made to perform tricks or sleight of hand maneuvers that are intended to be playful or non-threatening.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and one additional language of your choice.