Homebrew Aranachra (Spider humanoid) Species Details

Aranachra

Physical Description:

Aranacrhra are a striking and enigmatic race, blending humanoid and arachnid features seamlessly. Their upper bodies resemble those of humans or elves, with varying skin tones and fine, iridescent hair that covers their skin like a gossamer veil. However, their lower halves are where their arachnid nature becomes evident, as two powerful spider-like legs extend from their lower torsos. These legs end in sharp, hooked appendages, allowing Aranacrhra to traverse all manner of terrain with grace.

The most distinguishing feature of the Aranacrhra is their six arms, sprouting from their shoulders and sides. These arms are lined with chitinous plates and are equipped with retractable claws, resembling those of a spider. Each hand is deft and agile, with fingers capable of intricate tasks. Their multifaceted eyes glitter with an otherworldly intelligence, reflecting the colors of their surroundings.

Abilities and Traits:

Aranacrhra possess a unique set of abilities:

Multi-Armed Mastery:

With their six arms, Aranacrhra can wield multiple weapons simultaneously. They can utilize up to 6 light or one-handed weapons, or 3 two handed or heavy weapons

Climbing Ability:

Aranacrhra have a natural climbing speed, allowing them to move effortlessly up walls, across ceilings, and through vertical terrain.

Silk Manipulation:

Proficient with Weaver's Tools, Aranacrhra can produce and manipulate silk. They use this skill for crafting, constructing traps, and creating temporary structures.

Venomous Bite:

Aranacrhra have sharp fangs and can deliver a venomous bite, dealing poison damage in combat.

Spider Form:

Aranacrhra possess the innate ability to transform into small spiders, granting them advantages in stealth and mobility.

Multi-Limb Strike:

Aranacrhra have the ability to attack multiple times at the same time. you may make 4 attacks per action, cannot be increased or decreased.

Culture and Homeland:

Aranacrhra are a reclusive race often found in hidden, secluded habitats. These environments include dense forests, underground caverns, and ancient ruins where they can spin their intricate webs. They are known for valuing personal freedom, independence, and adaptability. Aranacrhra communities are usually small and isolated, with a strong emphasis on self-sufficiency.

Alignment:

While Arachnari tend to lean toward neutral alignments due to their desire for personal freedom, individual Arachnari can have a wide range of moral outlooks, reflecting their diverse personalities and life experiences.

Arachnari are a truly unique and fascinating race, blending the grace and agility of spiders with the ingenuity and capabilities of humanoids.

Aranachra (Spider humanoid) Traits

Aranachra Racial traitts

Ability score increase

Your Dexterity or Strength score increases by 2, and you can choose to increase either your Wisdom or Intelligence score by 1.

Size

Arachnari are medium-sized creatures.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Climbing Ability

You have a climbing speed of 30 feet. This speed allows you to move up, down, and across vertical surfaces and upside down along ceilings, as long as the surface can support your weight.

Darkvision

You have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. 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 can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Multi-Armed Mastery

Arachnari have six arms, granting them great dexterity. You can wield up to six light or one handed weapons or 3 two handed weapons (you can also do 2 two handed a one handed and a shield)

Silk Manipulation

You can produce and manipulate silk with great skill. You have proficiency with Weaver's Tools and can create a variety of silk items, traps, or temporary structures.

Venomous Bite

You have sharp fangs and can deliver a venomous bite. As an action, you can make a bite attack that deals poison damage (1d6 + your Constitution modifier). You can use this ability 5 times per short or long rest.

Spider Form

You possess the innate ability to transform into a small spider. Once per short rest, you can assume the form of a Tiny spider. While in spider form, you retain your mental abilities but gain the physical stats of a spider. This transformation lasts for up to 1 hour or until you use an action to revert to your humanoid form. While in spider form, you have a climbing speed, can move through tiny openings, and gain advantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and one additional language of your choice.

Multi limb strike

You have learned to attack quickly to be more efficient with your limbs. You have a set 4 attacks per action, cannot be raised