Homebrew Fishman Species Details

Fish-men appear as hybrids between humans and fish. However, in contrast to merfolk, who possess a human-like upper half and a fish-like lower half, Fish-men have both human legs and fish-like features.

As there exists many species of Fish-men, Fish-men vary greatly in complexion, size, and strength. However, one feature all Fish-men share are gills between their shoulders and necks, sometimes covered by their clothing, as well as often having webbed hands. Also, depending on species, they also may have more than two arms or two legs.

Fishman Traits

As a Fishman, you get the following special traits

Friend of the Sea

Aquatic animals have an extraordinary affinity with your people. You can communicate simple ideas to any Beast that has a swimming speed. It can understand your words, though you have no special ability to understand it in return.

Strength of a Sea King

due to your superior strength, you gain +1 in strength

Fishman Karate

as a fishman, you gain access to a race only class, fishman karate

Brave

 You have advantage on saving throws against being frightened.

Undrownable

Even when you eat a fruit, you don't drown in water, but you still cant swim