Homebrew Capybara-folk Species Details

In the sprawling forests of the realm, amidst the rustling leaves and babbling brooks, dwells the Capybara-Folk, a jovial and carefree race born of the enchanting magic that permeates their verdant home. These amiable creatures embody the spirit of tranquility, finding joy in the simple pleasures of life.

Capybara-Folk are renowned for their affable nature, always ready with a warm smile and a welcoming embrace for friends and strangers alike. Their society revolves around communal living, where sharing meals and laughter under the canopy of ancient trees is cherished above all else.

Physically resembling their namesake, Capybara-Folk possess stout bodies covered in sleek fur, ranging in shades from earthy browns to mossy greens. Their expressive eyes twinkle with mirth, and their large, webbed feet enable them to navigate the marshy terrain of their homeland with ease.

Despite their gentle demeanor, Capybara-Folk are not to be underestimated in times of need. Their innate connection to nature grants them a deep understanding of the land and its inhabitants. They possess heightened senses, particularly in hearing and smell, allowing them to detect even the subtlest of changes in their environment.

However, it is their boundless optimism and unwavering kindness that truly set them apart. In a world fraught with danger and uncertainty, the Capybara-Folk serve as a beacon of hope, spreading laughter and goodwill wherever they roam.

Capybara-folk Traits

As a Capybara-Folk, you have the following racial traits.

Creature Type

You are a Humanoid. You are also considered an elf for any prerequisite or effect that requires you to be an elf.

Size

You are Medium or small.

Speed

Your walking speed is 25 feet and you have a swimming speed equal to your walking speed

Darkvision

You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light and in darkness as if it were dim light. You discern colors in that darkness only as shades of gray.

Tranquil Spirit

You have advantage on saving throws you make to avoid or end the frightened condition on yourself.

Community bond

Capybara-Folk thrive in communal living, gaining temporary hit points equal to double their proficiency bonus whenever they finish a short or long rest in the company of allies.

Webbed feet

Capybara-Folk's webbed feet grant them a swimming speed equal to their walking speed, enabling them to move effortlessly through aquatic environments with grace and agility.

Joyful Aura

Drawing upon their inherent positivity and boundless optimism, Capybara-Folk emit a radiant aura of joy that uplifts those around them. When activated, this ability envelops the area in warmth and cheer, infusing allies with a contagious sense of happiness and camaraderie. For a brief but exhilarating moment, the air seems to shimmer with vibrant energy, granting advantage on Charisma checks as the Capybara-Folk's infectious optimism inspires confidence and fosters goodwill amongst all who bask in its glow.