Homebrew Ottryn Species Details

MEET THE OTTRYN

The Ottryn are a lively and adventurous race of humanoid otterfolk that represent the excitement of discovery and the pleasure of living freely. These little, nimble beings are known for their love of fun and are equally at ease in water as they are on land, with a society centered on play, exploration, and community.

Ottryn live in tightly connected Rafts, which are floating communities of houseboats that travel along rivers and lakes. They are bold, social, and always up for a challenge, which makes them both admirable and occasionally frustrating to those who meet them.

PLAYFUL CULTURE

Ottryn culture revolves around the concept of play.

Ottryn have played a number of games and sports since they were children, with Otterball being their favorite.

This ever-changing game is played in the water and has no set rules, leaving lots of leeway for creative improvisation. Beyond playing games, Ottryn are known for their daring acts, such as storm chasing, in which they pursue and provoke deadly magical monsters in order to gather their energy. These thrill-seekers are drawn to the unexpected, finding joy in chaos and excitement that others may avoid.

COMMUNITY AND RAFTS

Ottryn communities, also known as Rafts, are clusters of houseboats connected together to form floating villages that sail around waterways. Life on a Raft combines unwinding and teamwork, with each Ottryn contributing to the group's well-being. They frequently engage in friendly competitions, storytelling, and yearly meetings known as Ropings, which bring Rafts together to share news, trade, and play games. Ottryn have a strong sense of community, valuing cooperation, mutual support, and shared joy.

PHYSICAL TRAITS

Ottryn stand about 3 to 4 feet tall, with sleek, fur-covered bodies built for swimming and agility. Their fur comes in various shades of brown, gray, or tawny, often, with lighter undersides. They have webbed hands and feet, large, expressive eyes, and whiskered muzzles that give them an inquisitive appearance. Despite their small stature, Ottryn are quick and dexterous, capable of impressive feats of acrobatics both in and out of the water.

Ottryn Traits

Ottryn are dextrous little creatures who love water.

Aquatic Arcanist

You have proficiency in the Acrobatics and Arcana skills. Additionally, you can hold your breath for up to 15 minutes at a time.

Stormchaser's Blessing

You know the Shape Water cantrip.

Starting at 3rd level, you can cast the Expeditious Retreat spell with this trait.

Starting at 5th level, you can also cast the Misty Step spell with this trait.

Once you cast Expeditious Retreat or Misty Step with this trait, you can't cast that spell with it again until you finish a long rest. You can also cast either of those spells using any spell slots you have of the appropriate level. Intelligence, Wisdom, or Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells when you cast them with this trait (choose when you select this race).

Submersion Shroud

As a bonus action, you can envelop yourself in a magical watery sphere. This sphere lasts for 1 minute, and during this time, you gain all the benefits of being sumberged in water. You can use this feature a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus, and you regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and Sylvan.

Otterball Elite

While you are submerged in water, you have advantage on saving throws and ability checks against being restrained, and you cannot be grappled.

Additionally, you have advantage on all Dexterity saving throws and Dexterity (Acrobatics) checks.