Homebrew Gatorfolk Species Details

 

Physical Description

The crocodilians are humanoid crocodiles that lurk in swamplands. Their tendency to fight can be reflected by their physical appearance. They have a reptilian layer of scales that cover their bodies and a large snout which conceals rows of dangerously sharp teeth. Their hands and feet are also outfitted with sharp claws. They are frequently mistaken as overly-muscular lizardfolk with their thick tails and reptilian appearance.

History

Crocodilians are a rare species related to lizardfolk they live in swamps that men have learned to avoid, usually for good reason. Little is known about their history because they don't care enough to pass it on. However, through an intensive study by scholars, it is now known that crocodilians used to be the rulers of the lizardfolk until their kingdom was overthrown. It seems as though a rebellion formed against them because of their ruthless nature.

Society

Crocodilians live in swampy villages and prefer to be left alone. While they may seem large and fierce, they have a soft side to them that takes years of trust to appear. When they're around those that they have known for a long time, they are rather gentle creatures and care dearly for their allies. Because of their physical appearance, they are often times mistaken as overly-muscular lizardfolk. Crocodillians take pride in their race and will take great offense to those mistaking them as lizardfolk.

Crocodilian Names

Many crocodilians speak Common in an accent similar to a human Australian accent. In their native language, they have a hissing, reptilian way of speaking that is reminiscent of their animal namesakes. As such they tend toward names that contain strong S, T, K, SH and Z sounds.

Male: Tursir, Krishnak, Kurist, Hirkra and Zarick

Female: Ksar, Rishna, Kithis, Zatra and Sirt

 

Gatorfolk Traits

Your Gatorfolk character has the following racial traits.

Ability Score Increase

Your Constitution score increases by 1, and your Strength score increases by 2.

Age

Gatorfolk reach maturity around age 18 and rarely live longer than 150 years.

Alignment

Most gatorfolk are neutral. They see the world as a place of predators and prey, where life and death are natural processes. They wish only to survive, and prefer to leave other creatures to their own devices.

Size

On average, Gatorfolk stand at 6-8 feet tall and weigh around 300-450 pounds. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Crocodilians are slow on land but much faster in the water. Your base walking speed is 25 feet and you have a swimming speed of 40 feet.

Hold Breath

You can hold your breath for up to an hour at a time.

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, instead of the bludgeoning damage normal for an unarmed strike.

Aquatic Hunter

You gain proficiency in the Stealth skill.

Natural Armor

You have tough, scaly skin. When you aren’t wearing armor, your AC is 13 + your Dexterity modifier. You can use your natural armor to determine your AC if the armor you wear would leave you with a lower AC. A shield’s benefits apply as normal while you use your natural armor.

Death Roll

After a successful bite attack on one enemy of your size or smaller, you may perform a death roll upon making a successful grapple check. You cling to your foe and roll rapidly, twisting and wrenching your victim. If successful, you maintain your grapple and deal damage equal to 2d6. Both yourself and your victim are considered prone for the duration of the grapple. This trait may be used 3 times per long rest.

Languages

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