Homebrew Lynekorn (Lightning Squirrel) Species Details

Intelligent squirrel like creatures the Lynekorn are generally peaceful creatures although they are also known to be quite mischievous and cunning. Wielding sharp claws and electricity running through their body, attacks from these tiny creatures can be quite nasty, especially in large numbers.

Lynekornian culture is very simplistic and tribal in nature, sharing similarities with elven culture with a high regard to all facets of the earth and nature. It is worth noting that they have a particular connection with the deity Torda, goddess of lightning, storms and mischief.

Small Yet Cunning

Lynekorns sizes averages between 20-25 inches, which includes their tails.  Their weight also averages between 3.5 and 4 kgs.  They are also known to have blue smatterings or line across their reddish-yellow fur.  

+2 Dex, +1 Wisdom, -1 Strength, Tadora's Bravery, Static Discharge, Lightning Born, Celestial Agility, Nimble Passing, Keen Senses

Strangely Long Lived

Due to their celestial heritage, Lynekorns live to an average age of 16 years old.  They reach maturity around the age of 4

Lynekorn Naming

Whilst never having any interaction with the elves from the mainland, the language structure is surprisingly similar and so is the naming. It is important to note although the elves have first and last names, the Lynekorn have elvish first names and their secondary name is given to them on their maturity day to represent a displayed characteristic.

 

 

 

 

Lynekorn (Lightning Squirrel) Traits

Lynekorn Traits

Tadora's Bravery

You are immune on saving throws against being frightened.

Static Discharge

A Lynekorn can use the stored static electrical energy to attack an enemy it can touch. When applying your static discharge all creatures minus the caster must make a Con save roll. This is considered a reaction

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

Speed

Your base walking speed is 25ft

Lightning Born

All Lynekorn have an immunity to lightning based damage

Celestial Agility

As a squirrel with Celestial/Fey blood you are unnaturally dexterous.  You have proficiencies in Acrobatics and Stealth.

Age

Due to their celestial heritage, Lynekorns live to an average age of 16 years old.  They reach maturity around the age of 4

Keen Senses

You have proficiency in the Perception skill.

Languages

Lynekorns can speak, read, and write Common and Lynekornian. Sentence structure and sounds are very similar to that of Elvish, you can learn Elvish if you spend a week learning under a tutor.

Nimble Passing

You can move through the space of any creature that is of a size larger than yours.

Size

Lynekorns sizes averages between 20-25 inches, which includes their tails.  Their weight also averages between 3.5 and 4 kgs.  They are also known to have blue smatterings or line across their reddish-yellow fur.  

Ability Score Increase

Your Dexterity score increases by 2, Wisdom increases by 1 and Strength decreases by 1