Homebrew Nymph (Thylean) Species Details

Nymphs are fey spirits that manifest from the beauty of the elemental forces of Creation. There are many kinds of nymphs—dryads of the forests, naiads of the rivers, oreads of the mountains, aurae of the night sky, and Nereids of The Sea. They have walked the earth for millennia, ever since the Great Mother awakened them from the trees, waters, rocks, and breezes.

Nymphs are most at home in Nature, but they have been known to disguise themselves and live amongst mortals, for they are desperately Curious about the civilized world. In spite of this, they often have a difficult time comprehending the day-to-day struggle of civilized existence. Their Charms are such that they may inadvertently seduce and domesticate mortal ‘pets’ who see to their every need, leaving them somewhat puzzled by the ugliness and hardship that seems to pervade cities.

Nymph (Thylean) Traits

Nymphs are fey spirits that manifest from the beauty of the elemental forces of Creation. There are many kinds of nymphs—dryads of the forests, naiads of the rivers, oreads of the mountains, aurae of the night sky, and Nereids of The Sea. They have walked the earth for millennia, ever since the Great Mother awakened them from the trees, waters, rocks, and breezes. Nymphs are most at home in Nature, but they have been known to disguise themselves and live amongst mortals, for they are desperately Curious about the civilized world. In spite of this, they often have a difficult time comprehending the day-to-day struggle of civilized existence. Their Charms are such that they may inadvertently seduce and domesticate mortal ‘pets’ who see to their every need, leaving them somewhat puzzled by the ugliness and hardship that seems to pervade cities.

Ability Score Increase

Your Charisma score increases by 2, and your Wisdom score increases by 1.

Creature Type

You are a Fey.

Age

Nymphs are born cocooned within some feature of their associated element. For example, dryads are usually born within trees, and Nereids may be born within giant clamshells. Young nymphs sleep in their cocoon for up to one hundred years before emerging, fully mature. They can live for as long as one thousand years, although many choose to return to the elements once their curiosity about the world has been satisfied.

Aurae

Aurae are associated with the breezes and the constellations of the night sky. They look like beautiful Humans except that in dim lighting, their features are sometimes illuminated by cosmic light. Aurae are considered to be the wisest and most serious-minded nymphs, as they spend their time reflecting upon the eternal Nature of the stars.

Aurae Ancestry

You have Darkvision out to 60 ft., and you have advantage on Wisdom (Survival) checks when navigating by the stars. Starting at 3rd Level, you can cast the Faerie Fire spell once with this trait and regain the ability to do so after a short or Long Rest. Starting at 7th level, you can cast the Levitate spell once with this trait and regain the ability to do so after a short or Long Rest. Charisma is your Spellcasting Ability for these Spells.

Languages.

You can speak, read, and write Common and Sylvan.

Enthralling Beauty.

You possess unearthly grace and beauty, which allows you to dazzle and charm those who are susceptible to such things. You have proficiency in the Persuasion skill. Additionally, you can cast the Charm Person spell once with this trait and regain the ability to do so when you finish a short or Long Rest. Charisma is your Spellcasting Ability for this spell.

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