Homebrew Godzilla Species Details
Lurking in the seas, the godzilla have emerged to challenge the darkness and chaos of the world. They are an ancient race descended from the Titans, beings birthed by the Primordials to challenge the descendants of the gods. The Titans godzilla trace their lineage to were born of the Plane of Water. Having survived the Dawn War, they struggled for ages to find a place in their realm, when suddenly the Spellplague ravaged the cosmos. The supernatural calamity unleashed intense magical and natural energies, warping the planes and their inhabitants. Godzilla were mutated greatly without the balancing forces of the Material Plane: they gained heightened armor and vision, as well as the ability to hurl nuclear energy from their mouths. They became resistant to the warped energy of the Plane of Water, and began to take hold there and spread beyond it.
Now present on other worlds, godzilla reside in watery environments that resemble their home. But, the catastrophes which afflicted their home plane are seared into their instincts, and when their current homes are threatened, the godzilla do not hesitate to spring into action. While many see them as monsters or brute beasts, the godzilla have great wisdom as well as strength, and are eager to prove that they belong.
Size
The godzilla are tall, and they stand at around 7'4"-7'10" tall, and their weight is in the range of 320-400 lbs.
Appearance
Gozilla are bidpedal and reptilian, standing on two feet and having a tail. Their scales are thick and tough, usually a dark grey but sometimes leaning more towards deep browns and greens. Their arms and legs are muscular and strong, and they have sharp teeth. Their eyes are shades of yellow and green and brown and red, and they are also notable for their spiked crests, which glow blue when they use their breath weapon.
Age
The godzilla age slowly, maturing at about fifty or so years, and having lifespans that can stretch for two or more centuries.
Alignment
Despite their fearsome appearance and reputation, godzilla are mostly Neutral in alignment, working to protect the natural balance of their home environments. While the do have a warrior culture, they also care greatly for their young and family, and have moments of peace- which are spoiled by their moments of rage and the odd villainous godzilla.
Language
Most assume the godzilla speak Draconic, but this is incorrect: they speak Tidal, or Mugéan Lughan in the language. It is an intriguingly guttural yet liquid dialect of Aquan, which they also understand.
Names
Godzilla often have only one name, which is often long and descriptive, a sort of prayer or wish of the parents for their child. Sometimes the first one or two syllables is taken as a nickname. Some examples of godzilla names include: Bolcamhazimaleumq, Sliamhalimyulalspéir, Jamálainkalshmarmuzdathúil, Dafiamarmuisqemhaan, Tapyéanmaarsrutheamor, Hakiallmharmithlalbealaq.
Godzilla Traits
When it seems the world is in chaos, godzilla appear.Breath Weapon
The godzilla can harness the strange extraplanar power humming through them into a powerful attack. You exhale powerful nuclear energy, choosing one of a 30-ft. line or 10-ft sphere when you make your character. Constitution is your ability score for this ability, and creatures in the area must make a Constitution saving throw. It deals 2d6 Lightning damage on a failed save and half damage on a miss. You can use it proficiency times a day.
Radiation Resistance
Molded and shaped by mysterious extraplanar forces, godzilla naturally have resistance to poisouns effects. You have advantage on saves against Poison, and resistance to Poison damage.
Ocean Adaptation
Originating from the Plane of Water, godzilla are at home in the depths. You have an innate swimming speed and can breathe underwater.
Darkvision
The energy coursing through the godzilla also enhances their vision. You have Darkvision out to 60 feet.
Armored Scales
The thick and tough scales of the godzilla are able to repel most attacks aimed their way. You have a +2 bonus to your unarmored AC.
Ability Score Increase
You have +2 Constitution, and +1 to Wisdom or Strength.
Bonus Language
The dialect of the godzilla is intriguing and shrouded in mystery. Most assume the godzilla speak Draconic, but this is incorrect: they speak Tidal, or Mugéan Lughan in the language. It is an intriguingly guttural yet liquid dialect of Aquan, which they also understand. You can speak, read, and write Aquan.
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