Homebrew Crocodilian Species Details

    The crocodilians are humanoid crocodiles that lurk in swamplands. Their tendency to fight can be reflected by their physical appearance. They have a reptilian layer of scales that cover their bodies and a large snout that conceals rows of dangerously sharp teeth. Their hands and feet are also outfitted with sharp claws. They are frequently mistaken as overly-muscular lizardfolk with their thick tails and reptilian appearance. They cite numerous obvious differences, namely their tough bodies, long snouts, and stronger tails.

    Crocodilians are a rare species related to lizardfolk. They live in swamps that men have learned to avoid, usually for good reason. Little is known about their history because they don't care enough to pass it on. However, through an intensive study by scholars, it is now known that crocodilians used to be the rulers of the lizardfolk until their kingdom was overthrown. It seems as though a rebellion formed against them because of their ruthless nature.

    Crocodilians live in swampy villages and prefer to be left alone. While they may seem large and fierce, they have a soft side to them that takes years of trust to appear. When they're around those that they have known for a long time, they are rather gentle creatures and care dearly for their allies. Because of their physical appearance, they are oftentimes mistaken as overly-muscular lizardfolk. Crocodilians take pride in their race and will take great offense to those mistaking them as lizardfolk.

Crocodilian Traits

Humanoid crocodiles that lurk in swamplands.

Water Dweller

 You are a water-born creature and can hold your breath for up to four hours at a time.

Ambush Hunter

You are proficient in the Stealth skill. When you make a Dexterity (Stealth) check under water, you may add double your proficiency bonus instead of your normal proficiency bonus.

Natural Armor

You have tough, scaly skin. When you aren't wearing armor, your AC is equal to 13 + your Constitution modifier. 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.

Base Languages

You can speak, read, and write both Common and Draconic.

Ability Score Increase

Your Constitution score increases by 2, and your Strength score increases by 1.

Crushing Bite

You can use your sharp teeth and powerful jaws as a weapon. Your bite is a natural weapon, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit with them, you deal piercing damage equal to 1d6 + your Strength modifier, instead of the bludgeoning damage normal for an unarmed strike.

Tail Attack

You can make an unarmed strike with your tail. Your tail is a natural weapon. As a bonus action, you can make an attack with your tail against a Large or smaller creature. If the attack hits, it deals 1d6 + your Strength the creature must succeed on a Strength saving throw or be knocked prone. The DC for this saving throw is equal to 8 + your Strength modifier + your proficiency bonus. Once you use this trait, you can not use it again until you finish a short or long rest.