Homebrew Gluttonous Lizardfolk Species Details
Description:
Gluttonous Lizardfolk are an ancient and mysterious race known for their unique physiology. They have the remarkable ability to grow larger with each substantial meal, and unlike other creatures, they do not die from old age. Instead, their lives are governed by their insatiable hunger. As they grow, their need for sustenance increases exponentially. If they fail to meet their dietary needs, they risk starvation, which is the only natural cause of death for them.
Appearance:
Gluttonous Lizardfolk start their lives small and nimble, with scales that range from vibrant greens to earthy browns. As they consume food, their muscles expand, their scales harden, and they grow in size, sometimes reaching colossal proportions. Their eyes are sharp and predatory, and their teeth are designed for tearing through tough meat.
Culture:
Gluttonous Lizardfolk live in tribes and their social structure is heavily influenced by size and strength. Elders, who are the largest, are revered for their wisdom and power. The constant need for food drives them to be fierce hunters and skilled gatherers. They respect the balance of nature, understanding that their survival depends on the availability of prey.
Gluttonous Lizardfolk Traits
You grow as you eat.Traits
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Ability Score Increase: Your Strength increases by 2, and your Constitution increases by 1.
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Age: Gluttonous Lizardfolk do not die from old age. They reach maturity around 15 years and can live indefinitely, provided they can sustain their increasing hunger.
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Alignment: Most Gluttonous Lizardfolk tend towards neutrality. Their primary focus is survival, which can make their actions seem unpredictable.
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Size: Your size begins as Medium. As you consume more substantial meals, you can grow to Large or even Huge. You start at a height of around 5-6 feet, but there is no upper limit to your growth.
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Speed: Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
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Natural Armor: Your scales provide you with a base AC of 13 + your Dexterity modifier.
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Hungry Growth: For every 100 pounds of food you consume in a day, you grow by 1 foot in height. Your Strength score increases by 1 for every 3 feet of growth, but your food requirements double for every 10 feet of height. If you fail to consume enough food to meet these requirements, you suffer from starvation, taking 1 level of exhaustion for each day you go without sufficient food.
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Predatory Instincts: You have proficiency in the Survival skill.
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Powerful Build: You count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push, drag, or lift.
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Bite: Your fanged maw is a natural weapon, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit with it, you deal piercing damage equal to 1d6 + your Strength modifier.
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Languages: You can speak, read, and write Common and Draconic.
Starvation Mechanics:
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Food Requirement: Your daily food requirement is 10 pounds of meat per foot of height. This amount doubles every time you grow by 10 feet.
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Exhaustion: If you fail to meet your daily food requirement, you gain one level of exhaustion per day. If you reach six levels of exhaustion, you die from starvation.
Role-Playing Tips:
- Embrace the hunger-driven nature of your character. Your motivations often revolve around finding food and ensuring your tribe's survival.
- Use your size to your advantage in social situations and combat, but be mindful of the increasing food requirements.
- Consider the balance between growth and sustainability. Rapid growth can lead to power, but also greater risk of starvation.
Example Names:
- Sszak (Male)
- Vekka (Female)
- Tharn (Male)
- Issira (Female)
The Gluttonous Lizardfolk offer a unique blend of role-playing opportunities and mechanical challenges, making them a fascinating addition to any D&D campaign.
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Posted Jul 3, 2024Need Help to Balance this out