Homebrew Half - Dragon Species Details
Appearance
A Half-Dragon is a captivating fusion of their humanoid and dragon ancestry, a living testament to the duality of their heritage. Their appearance is a mesmerizing blend of scales, sharp features, and dragon-inspired attributes.
The most striking feature of a Half-Dragon is their scaled skin, which covers their body in a pattern reminiscent of their dragon parent's coloration. These scales can range from iridescent blues and greens to fiery reds and golds, depending on their dragon lineage. Beyond their visual allure, these scales provide a natural form of protection, enhancing their resilience.
Their fingers and toes bear sharp, claw-like nails, mirroring the formidable weaponry found in their dragon lineage. These nails serve both offensive and defensive purposes, making Half-Dragons formidable hand-to-hand combatants.
In place of conventional humanoid feet, Half-Dragons often possess dragon-like paws, complete with clawed digits. These paws offer enhanced agility and grip, allowing them to navigate various terrains effortlessly. They also serve as powerful appendages for combat, enabling them to deliver devastating kicks and strikes.
Adding to their dragon-like appearance, Half-Dragons typically have a long, sinuous tail extending from their lower back, resembling that of their dragon parent. This tail is often adorned with additional scales and can be used for balance, coordination, and occasionally as a formidable weapon in close combat.
Their facial features are defined by angular, sharp characteristics, including pointed noses, prominent brows, and striking, vibrant eyes that may possess a faint, mesmerizing glint. These eyes often reflect the coloration of their dragon parent and can feature slit-like pupils, further enhancing their dragon-like allure.
Childhood
The upbringing of Half-Dragons by their humanoid parent in the absence of their dragon parent is a complex and often solitary journey. These unique individuals inherit a blend of both their humanoid and dragon lineage, and their upbringing primarily rests upon the shoulders of their human or humanoid caregiver.
Rarely do Half-Dragons have the opportunity to be raised by their dragon parent. Even when this does occur, it is often marked by neglect and a lack of emotional connection, as dragons typically prioritize their solitary lives and treasure hoards over the needs of their offspring. This leaves the humanoid parent as the primary caregiver and source of guidance.
From a young age, Half-Dragons are encouraged to explore and understand their dragon ancestry. Their humanoid parent may share tales of their dragon parent, revealing a mix of pride and regret about their absence.
Age
Aging for Half-Dragon spawns is a unique process that combines elements of their humanoid and dragon lineage. They tend to age more slowly than typical humanoids, reflecting their dragon heritage. This results in an extended lifespan, with physical and mental maturity achieved over several decades rather than years.
The exact lifespan of a Half-Dragon spawn can vary based on their dragon parent's lineage. Those with ancestry tied to long-lived dragons may enjoy centuries of life, while those from shorter-lived dragons might have a more limited extended lifespan.
As they age, Half-Dragon spawns undergo gradual physical changes that align with their dragon lineage. Scales may become more prominent and vibrant in color, and additional draconic features such as horns or tail growth may develop.
Throughout their extended lifespan, they typically retain a level of vitality and physical prowess that sets them apart from other humanoids. Their inherent dragon traits grant them resistance to certain types of damage and an enduring resilience, making them formidable in combat even as they age.
Mentally and emotionally, Half-Dragon spawns experience growth and development over their extended lifetimes. They accumulate wisdom and patience through centuries of experience, deepening their understanding of the world.
However, this longevity can also present challenges. They may outlive friends and loved ones, leading to feelings of isolation and loneliness. Additionally, relating to shorter-lived races can be challenging, as their perception of time and priorities often differ.
Religion
In matters of religion, Half-Dragon spawns often gravitate towards the faith of their humanoid parent, should they choose to follow any religious beliefs at all. This inclination is significantly influenced by the environment and upbringing they experience.
Being raised by their humanoid parent or caregiver exposes them to the religious customs and beliefs of their human or humanoid family from an early age. Consequently, it's natural for them to embrace the faith practiced within their household as a fundamental part of their upbringing.
Moreover, the cultural milieu in which Half-Dragon spawns are raised plays a pivotal role in shaping their religious leanings. They tend to identify more closely with the customs and traditions of the local humanoid society, and as a result, they often align themselves with the prevalent religious beliefs of that particular culture.
Furthermore, the desire for acceptance and belonging can influence their choice of faith. Given that Half-Dragon spawns frequently encounter prejudice and misunderstanding due to their unique heritage, embracing the religion of their humanoid parent can provide them with a sense of community and approval within their surroundings. It can help them establish deeper connections with individuals who share their faith.
Eastern Variant
Eastern Half-Dragons, the rare offspring of a humanoid and an Eastern dragon, are a captivating and unique race. Their physical appearance is a breathtaking fusion of human and dragon traits that sets them apart from other beings.
These remarkable beings bear scales reminiscent of the vibrant and vivid hues commonly associated with Eastern dragons. Their bodies are sleek and serpentine, adorned with azure, emerald, and crimson scales. Often, their scales display intricate patterns and designs, evoking the aesthetics of traditional Eastern artwork. With their long tails and slender limbs, Eastern Half-Dragons possess an innate grace and agility, making them equally at home on land and in water.
One of their most remarkable abilities is the power of flight, achieved not through physical wings but through the mastery of magic. Eastern Half-Dragons can manifest ethereal, translucent wings composed of arcane energy, allowing them to glide and soar gracefully through the air. This mystical flight enables them to navigate the open skies and densely forested areas with unparalleled agility, reflecting their deep connection to the mystical.
Eastern Half-Dragons inherit a profound connection to magic from their dragon lineage. They often possess innate spellcasting abilities, with a focus on spells related to elemental forces, nature, and illusion. This magical aptitude enhances their versatility, enabling them to cast spells that mirror the mystical qualities of Eastern dragons.
Wisdom and serenity are hallmarks of Eastern Half-Dragons. They are deeply attuned to the rhythms of nature and often find solace in serene landscapes. This connection to the natural world grants them the ability to communicate with animals and even influence the weather in subtle ways.
Many Eastern Half-Dragons are drawn to protect sacred or mystical places. They often serve as guardians of ancient forests, hidden temples, and secluded shrines. Their presence is a symbol of harmony and protection, and they are respected by local communities for their role in safeguarding these sacred sites.
Above all, Eastern Half-Dragons embody the principles of balance and harmony. They are diplomats and peacemakers, using their wisdom and mystical abilities to bridge divides and restore equilibrium in a world filled with conflict and strife.
Dragon Types
| Dragon | Damage Type | Breath Weapon |
|---|---|---|
| Black | Acid | 5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save) |
| Blue | Lightning | 5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save) |
| Brass | Fire | 5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save) |
| Bronze | Lightning | 5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save) |
| Copper | Acid | 5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save) |
| Gold | Fire | 15 ft. cone (Dex. save) |
| Green | Poison | 15 ft. cone (Con. save) |
| Red | Fire | 15 ft. cone (Dex. save) |
| Silver | Cold | 15 ft. cone (Con. save) |
| White | Cold | 15 ft. cone (Con. save) |
Half - Dragon Traits
Racial TraitsNatural Armor
You have tough skin. When you aren't wearing armor, your AC is 13 + your Dexterity or Constitution modifier (your choice when you select this trait). You can use your natural armor to determine your AC if the armor you wear would leave you with a lower AC. A shield's benefits apply as normal while you use your natural armor.
Darkvision
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.
Natural Weapons
Your teeth are strong and as natural as they come, role 1d6 for piercing damage when you use a bite attack.
Breath Weapon
You can use your action to exhale destructive energy. Your draconic ancestry determines the size, shape, and damage type of the exhalation.
When you use your breath weapon, each creature in the area of the exhalation must make a saving throw, the type of which is determined by your draconic ancestry. The DC for this saving throw equals 8 + your Constitution modifier + your proficiency bonus. A creature takes 2d6 damage on a failed save, and half as much damage on a successful one. The damage increases to 3d6 at 6th level, 4d6 at 11th level, and 5d6 at 16th level.
Damage Resistance
You have resistance to the damage type associated with your draconic ancestry.
Languages
You can speak, read, and write Common and Draconic. Draconic is thought to be one of the oldest languages and is often used in the study of magic. The language sounds harsh to most other creatures and includes numerous hard consonants and sibilants.
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