Homebrew Android ⌬ Species Details
"Androids were initially created as combat units during the Last War. Originally simple machines, a breakthrough in technology gave them sentience, allowing them to evolve beyond their programming. Made from advanced synthetic materials, they can feel emotions similar to organic beings. Once built for war, they now find new purposes within the neon-lit city, becoming steadfast companions, strategic enforcers, or seekers of existential meaning."
- Dr. Lydia Xal, Technomancer, Arcanum University
Synthetic Structure
Androids are crafted from a mix of organic polymers and alloys. Synthetic muscle fibers, laced with energy-conducting nanowires, wrap around a durable exoskeleton of titanium and carbon composites. Armored plating provides resilience, seamlessly integrated into their framework. Androids share a standardized facial structure, with an articulated mouth and LED eyes set beneath a reinforced brow. Despite these commonalities, individual androids may vary significantly based on their original functions, enhanced through personal modifications over time.
Though manufactured, androids are considered living entities. Rest, healing protocols, and medical aid work on androids just as they do on organic beings.
Android Personality
Initially created with specific combat protocols, androids often struggle to find their place in post-war society. The Treaty of Reconstruction granted them autonomy, yet many still grapple with understanding the emotions and interactions of the organics around them.
Typically pragmatic, many androids pursue a singular focus—protecting companions, fulfilling contracts, or exploring the vastness of the cityscape—much like they once approached warfare. However, some androids embrace their newfound freedom, delving into relationships and experiences with curiosity. Although generally uninterested in traditional spirituality, some seek understanding in the cyber-mystical or the philosophical.
Their physical forms are gender-neutral, with some androids disregarding gender concepts entirely, while others choose to adopt identities. As they develop individuality, many androids seek out upgrades, enhancing their appearance and capabilities through the expertise of technomancers.
Quirks
Androids often exhibit unique personality traits as they adapt to society. The Android Quirks table offers examples.
| d8 | Quirk |
|---|---|
| 1 | You evaluate — aloud — the threat level of every individual you encounter. |
| 2 | You frequently misinterpret emotional responses. |
| 3 | You are intensely protective of your allies. |
| 4 | You apply military discipline to all situations. |
| 5 | You have difficulty regulating emotions, leading to unexpected outbursts. |
| 6 | You view clothing purely for its function, not understanding personal style. |
| 7 | You obsess over your appearance, constantly maintaining your synthetic surface. |
| 8 | Conflict is the only clarity you know; you’re always on the lookout for a fight. |
Android Names
Most androids were assigned alphanumeric designations but have since adopted personal names, often reflecting their past or aspirations. Some choose human names, sometimes in honor of fallen comrades.
Android Names: Circuit, Byte, Glitch, Nova, Pixel, Vex, Cobalt, Jet, Echo, Patch, Sparky, Gear, Ray, Nova, Matrix, Bolt, Quasar, Relay, Hex, Cipher
Android ⌬ Traits
Your android character comes equipped with the following software and hardware packages. Some features allow customization; consider how your choices reflect the design and purpose for which your character was engineered.Enhanced Attributes Package
Your internal systems are optimized for durability, increasing your Constitution by 2. Additionally, one other system of your choice is upgraded, increasing that ability score by 1.
Operational Lifespan
Androids are designed with durable components, allowing them to function efficiently from the moment of activation. While their exact lifespan is undetermined, they exhibit no signs of aging or wear over time. Continuous software updates and maintenance ensure peak performance. Androids are also immune to any external effects that might cause aging.
Core Directives
Most androids prioritize order and efficiency, often aligning with principles of law and neutrality. However, some adapt to the ethical frameworks, or lack thereof, of those they interact with.
Structural Specifications
Your size is Medium. To set your height and weight randomly, start with rolling a size modifier:
Size modifier = 2d6
Height = 5 feet + 10 inches + your size modifier in inches
Weight in pounds = 270 + (4 × your size modifier)
Mobility Package
Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
Enhanced Fortitude Package
Your systems are optimized for durability, granting you the following benefits:
- You have advantage on saving throws against being poisoned and resistance to poison damage.
- You do not need to consume food, water, or air, as you draw energy from internal power cells.
- You are immune to diseases due to your synthetic immune system.
- You enter a low-power state instead of sleeping, remaining fully aware of your surroundings.
Standby Module
During a long rest, you enter a powered-down state, appearing inert but fully conscious, processing sensory input as normal.
Armor Integration Package
Your body features built-in defensive layers that can be enhanced with armor:
- You gain a +1 bonus to Armor Class.
- You can equip only armor with which you have proficiency. To integrate armor, you must fuse it with your body over the course of 1 hour, maintaining contact throughout. Removing armor also takes 1 hour, during which you can rest.
- Once integrated, the armor cannot be removed against your will.
Adaptive Design Package
You have built-in skill protocols and tool interfaces, granting one skill proficiency and one tool proficiency of your choice.
Communication Package
You communicate fluently in Common and one other language of your choice, via advanced linguistic software.