Homebrew Crustaen Species Details

Long ago, when this realm began, Krustatoc, goddess of crustaceans, took to the seas with her people. Over time, they all built a thriving kingdom, lacking contact with the outside world.

So, it was to one centipers suprise when they saw a crabs claw emerging from the waves...

This centiper rushed to tell the rest of the town. Opinions were mixed. Some wanted to fight and destroy the crustaens. Others wanted to make peace. And when the crustaens came out of the lake in a small group, those who tried to fight didn't have things turn out so well for them. Their weapons were too weak to pierce their tough skin back then. So, peace it was. 

Now some are beginning to settle on the surface, living close to the bodies of water. Krustatoc herself lives in a palace at the bottom of the ocean.

Crustaens are strange people- originating from Crabs and Lobsters. They are free spirited and strong hearted, and are known for their skill in the water. They descend from the Crustacean goddess, Krustatoc. Most Crustaens are extremely loyal to Krustatoc, and most are CN. They make their homes near beaches, and have strong natural armor. There are crab Crustaens and Lobster Crustaens, but they are virtually the same.

Crustaen Traits

As a Crustaen, you have the following racial traits.

Amphibious

You can breathe both air and water.

Natural Armor

You have tough, shelllike skin. When you aren’t wearing armor, your base AC is 10 + your proficiency bonus + your Dexterity 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.

Claws

You have large claws that you can use to make unarmed strikes. When you hit with it, the strike deals 1d6 + your Strength modifier slashing damage, instead of the bludgeoning damage normal for an unarmed strike.

Athletic

You have lived near the water all your life. You have mastered fighting the tides, and those skills come in handy on land too. You have proficiency with Athletics.

Clumsy

Because of your shell, you make strange clanking noises whenever you walk. These noises are extremely loud, making it hard for you to sneak around. You have disadvantage on stealth checks.