Homebrew Contractor Species Details
One.
One contract is all it took.What have you done?
Contractors are a distinct race born from the union of humans and yokai, possessing a captivating blend of powers and abilities. These individuals have inherited the otherworldly characteristics of yokai, allowing them to form supernatural contracts with humans. Through these contracts, they can grant extraordinary powers to their human partners, but always at a cost. Their powers and abilities can only be drawn out by their human hosts.
What.
Contractors bear physical traits that reflect their mixed heritage. They appear as alluring individuals, often possessing subtle, otherworldly features like faintly glowing eyes, pointed ears, or small, vestigial horns. Their hair may display unusual colors or patterns, and their skin can range from a human-like complexion to possessing a slight ethereal glow. Contractors' charismatic appearance tends to draw attention wherever they go.
But, How?
In every contract forged by Contractors, a cost is entailed. Human partners who enter into these contracts gain tremendous power but must relinquish something significant in return. The cost can take various forms, such as the loss of a sense, physical prowess, or even an acceleration of the aging process. Alternatively, it can be mental, resulting in the sacrifice of memories, emotions, or parts of their personality. The extent of the cost depends on the granted power and is subject to negotiation between the contractor and the human.
See.
Contractors have developed their distinct society within the realms of humans and yokai. They often serve as intermediaries, brokers, or facilitators in supernatural matters. The formation of contracts is considered a sacred and formal process, typically documented on scrolls or enchanted items. Contractors possess a reputation for their skill in negotiation, and the terms and conditions of contracts can greatly differ.
With their mixed heritage, Contractors possess a unique understanding of both human and yokai cultures. This makes them valuable diplomats and mediators between the two worlds. Some Contractors embrace their roles as protectors or guardians, while others may exploit their powers for personal gain. Their reputation among humans and yokai can vary depending on their actions and the fairness of the contracts they form.
Contractor Traits
You. Are. Disgusting.Ability Score Increase
Contractors possess natural charm and inherent magical abilities. Increase your Charisma score by 2.
Darkvision
Thanks to your yokai heritage, you have superior vision in dim and dark 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.
Yokai Resilience
You have resistance to necrotic damage due to your yokai heritage.
Languages
You can speak, read, and write Common, as well as one additional language of your choice, often Sylvan or Abyssal, reflecting your yokai lineage.
Age
Contractors have no age but appear similar to people around the age of 25.
Size
Contractors are always 6' and above.
Speed
Your walking speed is 30 ft.
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