Homebrew Literal Housecat Species Details

Little Killers

Small and dainty, yet nimble, elusive, and clever, the cat can make for a useful ally, albeit one that is not particularly strong in the traditional sense. Natural hunters of small creatures, cats are well adapted for traversing wilderness, and dark and cramped areas, with deft stealth and precision. While the claws of a cat are sharp, the deadliness of their hunting prowess is diminished on larger creatures due to their size.

Any kind, Anywhere

Cats vary greatly in appearance from one another, ranging from under a foot in length to three feet in length, possessing fur of hundreds of different colors and patterns. In general, cats are small, quadrupedal, fur covered creatures with a tail and pointed ears. The habitat of cats also can be wildly different from cat to cat. Cats can be found all over the world--in the wilderness, in the homes of villagers, alongside a witch or wizard as a familiar or trusty companion.

Cat Names

A cat can have any name, or no name at all, which is influenced by its environment. Cats in the wild have no use for names and therefore do not take one, while cats who live with humanoid races are often given names by said humanoids, which are usually influenced by the culture in which they live. Surnames are rarely taken and if they are, they are of the same of the humanoid companion.

 

Literal Housecat Traits

Curious, enigmatic, alert, agile,

Ability Score Increase

You are small but agile; constantly alert with regards to your surroundings.  Your Dexterity score increases by 2.  Your Wisdom is increased by 1. Your strength is decreased by 3.

Darkvision

Darkvision allows you to see up to 60 ft in dark and dim lighting.

Keen Smell

You have advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.

Unarmed Attack

Unarmed attacks do 1 slashing (not bludgeoning) damage.

Skill Proficiency

Choose one from: Acrobatics, Athletics, Perception, Stealth, Survival