Homebrew Batrachian Species Details

He stood at the top of the stairs gazing out into the burning fields.  His bulbous black eyes darting in every direction, searching for any sign of life. In one hand, A large blood soaked cleaver. In the other, a small, but sharp dagger, still dried, and unused.   A large, pink and red hued tongue, dropping from the mouth, gripping what looks to be another dagger, ready to dart and lash out at any enemy that draws quarter.

His whole life, Ahna of the Barkleaper tribe had been scrutinized for being the "Runt" of his family.  Small by Batrachian standards, and not inheriting the yellow slit eyes that his kin are known for, Ahna more than made up for it by being the first of his kind to be born with a Vocal Sac, a Large membrane located beneath his frog like chin that would amplify his voice to carry for close to a mile.

Wrapped in a swath of neon blue and yellow permeable skin, Ahna tears through the murky swamp water and an unbelievable speed thanks to his webbed toes, slashing down any invading Orc raider that dares make a move against his clan.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     -  Ariz Ginnie, "life of Felhilt"

Cousins to the Tortles, The Batrachian race resembles frogs more than they do turtles.  These creatures live lives of solitude, deep within hidden Jungles, or vast swamp lands. Legends say that the Batrachian was birthed by the ancient Grung god, Nangnang as a way to understand the Human culture, and how they have evolved, Other believe that the Demons known as Hezrou "infected" other races with their demon seed, which gave birth to the Batrachian. Whatever the case, Most civilization believe them to be a race of legend....However, more and more sightings have caused a stir if mixed emotions at the possible resurgence of a long thought fabled race.

 

The Croaking Kind

While still retaining the overall appearance of The frog, the Batrachian resembles an upright humanoid with a massive frog like head. Their hands and feet webbed, to give them better movement while traversing water. Most Batrachian are described as a colorful palate of greens and reds, but others have described some as having glowing, almost neon markings to their skin.  Batrachians often stand close to 5 ½ feet tall and sometimes weighing  close to 300 pounds or more depending on the Batrachian tribe. They have 3 elongated fingers and a thumb on each hand. Most, if not all of their kind can also use their folded tongue as a gripping tool, Some of them reaching up to 3 feet in length.

 

Hidden Tribes Of Lore

Any Batrachian will tell you that the one thing that all tribes value above all else is Community.  Since every tribe of Batrachian have kept themselves hidden from the outside world, they rely on each other and themselves to create a self sustaining society. A very stubborn race, most Batrachian have forgone any sort of praise to a higher deity, as they believe that if you have to resort to pleading to an outside source for "help", then you are weak, and see no self worth. 

When a Batrachian reaches maturity, they are sent out on a Pilgrimage of self Discovery. No Batrachian is allowed to return to their tribe until they have performed a task set forth by the tribe's elders. This sometimes leads to Batrachians traversing the the world, gaining as much insight of  outside cultures to bring back home, often this takes years, and most Batrachian never make it back home.

Even though most Batrachian folk refuse the helping hands of others, some have began to realize that in order to advance their civilization, they need to resort to outside help.  this sometimes leads to inner turmoil , as the Batrachian race believes that they should only rely on themselves. 

 

Batrachian Names

Batrachian names are passed down from Mother and Father to Son and Daughter, Each name followed by the tribe they belong too. Batrachians will always mention their tribe name when introducing themselves, as they wear this name as a badge of pride and honor.

Male Names: Ahir,  Bimbim,  Durha,  Dripp,  Grugg,  Koark,  Morm,  Offoh,  Podtri,  R'bitt,  Ropp,  Trohng,  Whubb

Female Names:  Ahngle,  Ariomah,  Chitto,  Druppri,  Eiluun,  Gyia,  Hipah,  Lourna,  Mimmin,  Qhioh,  Uniga,  Yooka

Tribe Names: Bark leaper,  Black Bog,  Glade Stride,  Low Loch,  Mist Spitter,   Pond Pad,  Ruby Lagoon,  Strange Swamp,  Venom fen

 

Batrachian Traits

Your Frog-like lineage manifests in a variety of traits you share with other Batrachian.

Ability Score Increase

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

Age

Batrachian tadpoles grow relatively quick in their youth, reaching the equivalent of an 8 year old human child within the first year, and reaching adulthood by the age of 13. They live to be around 70 years old.

Alignment

The Batrachian tend to stand on the line that divides Chaos from Order. Since The Batrachian race hides themselves away from civilization, they choose not to take side, and see "Good" and "Evil" as two sides of the same coin. Most Batrachian are chaotic in nature due to the selfishness that is always associated with their kind. 

Size

Batrachian are slightly smaller than most humans, growing no taller than 5'6 at their tallest. Depending on the tribe they are born into, some Batrachian can exceed over 300 lbs. Your size is Medium. 

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet and your base swimming speed is 30 feet.

Batrachian Bloodline

whether your tribe are descendants of the Grung, or spawn of Toad like demons. Your ancestry has blessed you with advantages that other tribes lack  . Choose one type of Batrachian bloodline from the Batrachian lineage table. Your bonuses and damage resistances are determined by the type, as shown in the table.

Batrachian Lineage

BLOODLINE	RESISTANCE TYPE	ABILITY
Green Grung	Acid	Acidic secretion- 10 ft. radius (Dex. save)
Blue Grung	Lightning	Electrifying secretion- 10 ft. radius (Dex. save)
Purple Grung	Cold	Freezing secretion- 10 ft. radius (Dex. save)
Red Grung	Fire	Burning secretion - 10 ft. radius (Dex. save)
Orange Grung	Thunder	Concussive Blast - 15 ft. Cube (Con, save)
Gold Grung	Psychic	Mind spike - 10 ft. radius (Con. save)
Gray Slaad	Bludgeoning	Debris Burst - 10 ft. radius (Dex. save)
Green Slaad	Poison	Venomous Secretion - 10 ft. radius (Dex. save)
Hezrou	Necrotic	Demon's secretion - 10 ft. radius (Dex. save)
NangNang	Radiant	Divine Blaze - 10 ft. radius (Dex. Save)

Secretion Weapon

You can use your action to explode a dangerous secretion. Your Batrachian lineage determines the effect. When you use your Secretion weapon, each creature in the area of the explosion must make a saving throw, the type of which is determined by your Batrachian Lineage. The DC for this saving throw equals 8 + your Constitution modifier + your proficiency bonus. A creature takes 2d6 damage on a failed save, and half as much damage on a successful one. The damage increases to 3d6 at 6th level, 4d6 at 11th level, and 5d6 at 16th level. After you use your Secretion weapon, you can’t use it again until you complete a short or long rest.

Damage Resistance

You have resistance to the damage type associated with your Batrachian bloodline.

Webbed Feet

Your Batrachian bloodline has blessed you with Webbed feet granting you the ability to move across water as if it were a solid surface.

Amphibious Grasp

Your tongue is a natural weapon, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit with it, you deal bludgeoning damage equal to 1d6 + your Strength modifier. You can also choose to grip a small finesse weapon with your tongue, using it as another appendage.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and Draconic