Homebrew Cervani Species Details

The Cervani are an elegant race of deer-like humanoids known for their deep connection to nature. Standing around 6 to 7 feet tall, they have the graceful build of a deer combined with the dexterity and poise of humanoid creatures. Their fur, which covers most of their bodies except for their faces and palms, ranges in color from light tan to rich brown, often with patterns that blend seamlessly with the forest. Males sport large, branching antlers, while females possess more delicate antlers, often adorned with small leaves or flowers.

Their eyes are large and expressive, typically varying in shades of green or amber, reflecting their affinity for the natural world. Cervani are known for their serene and gentle demeanor, with an innate curiosity that drives them to explore, document, and protect the flora and fauna around them.

Creating Your Character

If you create a Cervani character, follow these additional rules during character creation.

Ability Score Increases

When determining your character’s ability scores, increase one score by 2 and increase a different score by 1, or increase three different scores by 1. You can't raise any of your scores above 20.

Alignment

Cervani are generally inclined toward neutrality, with a strong tendency towards good, valuing balance and harmony in nature and society.

Age

Cervani mature at a rate similar to humans but live up to 150 years, remaining in their prime for much of their lifespan.

Height and Weight

Cervani average between 6 and 7 feet tall, and average around 140 pounds.

Languages

Your character can speak, read, and write Common and Sylvan.

Cervani Traits

You have the following racial traits.

Creature Type

You are a Fey.

Size

You are Medium.

Speed

Your walking speed is 35 feet.

Deer Hooves

Your hooves grant you a faster inherent speed. Your base speed is increased to 35 feet, and when you move on your turn in combat, you can double your speed until the end of your turn. Once you use this trait, you can't use it again until you take a Short Rest. You gain another use of this trait on 5th level, and a third use on 11th level. Your hooves make wearing standard footwear impossible; any equipment worn on your feet needs to be custom-made for you.

Darkvision

Cervani have adapted to life in the dense, shadowy forests. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of yourself as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Natural Antlers

You can use your antlers as a natural weapon in combat. You can make a melee weapon attack that uses your Strength modifier and deals 1d6 bludgeoning damage on a hit. At 5th level, the damage increases to 1d8, and at 11th level, it increases to 1d10.

Druidic Heritage

You are proficient in the Nature skill and you know the druidcraft cantrip. Wisdom is your spellcasting ability for this cantrip.