Homebrew Canidans Species Details

Description:
Canidans are a noble and fierce race of anthropomorphic canines that roam the lands of fantasy realms. With their keen senses, loyalty, and strong pack instincts, Canidans have become valued allies and respected adventurers. They are known for their natural agility, heightened senses, and the variety of dog breeds they represent.

Physical Appearance:
Canidans have a humanoid body structure, standing upright on two legs, but their canine features distinguish them. They have a range of physical appearances based on different dog breeds. Canidans can be tall or short, slender or stocky, and they vary in fur color and texture. They possess ears and a snout similar to their respective dog breed, and their eyes often mirror the color and intensity of their breed's eyes. Canidans have sharp claws, which they use for both combat and everyday activities.

Culture:
Canidans have a deep respect for hierarchy and pack dynamics. They often organize themselves into packs with a clear alpha leader, beta members, and so on. They value loyalty, honor, and community, and these principles guide their interactions with other races. Canidans often serve as guardians, scouts, or protectors of their realms, using their heightened senses and natural abilities to fulfill their roles.

Canidans are deeply connected to nature and have a particular affinity for forests and wide-open spaces. They appreciate the beauty of the natural world and strive to maintain the balance between civilization and the wilderness.

Classes:
Canidans can pursue any class in Dungeons and Dragons. Their natural abilities make them well-suited for roles such as rangers, rogues, fighters, or even druids, but their potential is not limited to these options. Their breed traits allow them to excel in a variety of paths, adapting to the needs of their group and the challenges they face.

Alignment:
Canidans have a diverse alignment range, just like humans and other races. While they often lean towards lawful alignments due to their respect for hierarchy and pack dynamics, individuals can have varying moral codes and personal beliefs.

Overall, Canidans bring a unique blend of loyalty, agility, and heightened senses.

Canidans Traits

You are a good boy.

Ability Score Increase

Ability Score Increase:

Your dexterity score increases by 2.

Keen Senses

Keen Senses:

Canidans possess extraordinary senses, surpassing most other races. Their sense of smell, hearing, and night vision are incredibly sharp, making them skilled trackers and excellent sentinels. You have proficiency in the Perception skill.

Pack Tactics

Pack Tactics:

Canidans have a strong pack mentality and excel in teamwork. They work best when they have a clear leader or a well-organized group. Their instinctive cooperation allows them to synchronize their actions, making them formidable in combat. You gain advantage on an attack roll against a creature if at least one of the your allies is within 5 feet of the creature and the ally isn't incapacitated.

Agile and Swift

Agile and Swift:

Canidans are naturally agile and swift, allowing them to move swiftly across various terrains. Their reflexes are quick, making them excellent dodgers and nimble fighters. Your walking speed is 35 feet.

Breed Traits

Breed Traits:

Each Canidan belongs to a specific breed, and they inherit certain traits associated with that breed. For example:

Border Collie Canidans might have enhanced intelligence and problem-solving skills. You gain +1 to intelligence and you gain a proficiency in Arcana, History, Investigation, Nature or Religion
German Shepherd Canidans might possess increased strength and loyalty. You gain +1 in strength, and a proficiency in Athletics.
Greyhound Canidans might be incredibly fast and possess incredible endurance. You gain +1 in constitution, and a proficiency in acrobatics.
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