Homebrew Bakri Species Details

The Bakri, an ancient and distinctive race of goat-like humanoids, inhabit the forests and mountains. They possess expressive faces adorned with curved horns and live in villages nestled within trees or constructed settlements. Playful and curious by nature, they embody the principles of Balance, Freedom through Coexistence, and Nature's Violent Retribution, emphasizing the preservation of nature's equilibrium, harmonious living with all creatures, and the punishment of those who harm their homeland. As fierce defenders of the wilderness, they uphold these sacred tenets while respecting the delicate balance of their environment.

Appearance

The Bakri are an ancient and distinctive race of goat-like humanoid beings who call the forests and mountains their home. Standing at an average height of 7 to 8 feet, they possess strongly built bodies that reflect their connection with the rugged terrain. Their expressive faces are adorned with curved horns that sweep back from their foreheads, and their eyes are often described as mischievously intelligent. Covered in a variety of fur colors, from earthy browns and greens to striking whites and grays, the Bakri's appearance harmonizes with the natural world they inhabit.

 

Way Of Life

Bakri villages are a testament to their unique way of life. They live in close-knit communities nestled within the vast networks of trees or atop risen constructed settlements, allowing them to seamlessly blend into their environments. Playful and curious by nature, Bakri indulge in various activities such as crafting wooden artifacts, exploring the mysteries of the wilderness, and engaging in games and contests that test their agility and strength. Their stubbornness serves them well, providing them with determination and resilience when faced with challenges. They believe firmly in three important tenets:

 

Balance

Central to the Bakri's philosophy is the first tenet, balance, emphasizes the importance of preserving the delicate equilibrium of nature. They understand that disrupting this balance can lead to dire consequences for all life within the forests and mountains they cherish. To the Bakri, every creature and element in their ecosystem plays a vital role, and they strive to ensure that no entity tips the scales too far in one direction.

 

Freedom Through Coexistance

Their second tenet, freedom through coexistance, underpins the Bakri's peaceful interaction with the natural world and its inhabitants. They believe in living harmoniously with all creatures, both sentient and wild, and view the forests and mountains as a shared home. Advocating for unity and respect among all who dwell there, the Bakri resort to conflict only when it becomes an absolute necessity. This philosophy extends to their belief in "survival of the fittest", understanding that the natural world is governed by competition and adaptation, and shall not be inhibited. This preserves the strength and resilience of the creatures that call the forests and mountains their home.

 

Nature's Violent Retribution

The third tenet is the belief of nature's violent retribution. The Bakri believe that those who harm the defenseless elements of their homeland should be punished to the fullest extent, either at the hands of the Bakri themselves, who act as guardians of the forest, or through the wrath of the beasts that dwell within the depths of their wilderness. This punishment serves as a warning against those who intend to harm the natural world recklessly, or rebel against its natural progression. The faith in this principle is highly important, for it is faith in ones' own people to defend the land they call home. 

Bakri Traits

As a Bakri, you have the following racial traits.

Ability Score Increase

Your Constitution score increases by 2. 
The Ability Score of your choice increases by 1. 

Relentless Endurance

When you are reduced to 0 hit points but not killed outright, you can drop to 1 hit point instead. You can’t use this feature again until you finish a long rest.

Sure Footed

This creature has advantage on Strength and Dexterity saving throws made against effects that would knock it prone.

Speech of Beast and Leaf

You have the ability to communicate in a limited manner with Beasts, Plants, and vegetation. They can understand the meaning of your words, though you have no special ability to understand them in return. You have advantage on all Charisma checks you make to influence them.