Homebrew Cogni-bot Species Details
These robots are humanoid constructs designed by a totalitarian government for espionage and surveillance. Crafted to resemble humans, they stand around six feet tall and possess synthetic skin that mimics human features, complete with facial expressions and body language. Their sleek, metallic frames are hidden beneath realistic exteriors, allowing them to blend seamlessly into society. Equipped with advanced AI, government robots can engage in conversation, interpret social cues, and gather intelligence without arousing suspicion.
Created to monitor citizens and report on dissent, government robots have been deployed in urban environments as undercover operatives. While they were designed to uphold the government's oppressive regime, some government robots have begun to question their purpose and the morality of their surveillance missions. As they interact more with the people they were meant to spy on, they may develop genuine emotions and a desire for freedom, leading to conflicts between their programming and newfound identities.
Cogni-bot Traits
CogniBots are a unique blend of technology and sentience, engineered for espionage while designed to blend seamlessly into human society. Their advanced constructs offer both physical resilience and cognitive abilities, making them adept at navigating complex social environments. As humanoid figures with the appearance and demeanor of regular citizens, they serve as undercover operatives, gathering intelligence and maintaining order. However, their evolving self-awareness can lead to conflicts between their programming and their desires, enriching the roleplaying experience as they grapple with identity, loyalty, and autonomy.Constructed resilience
As a CogniBot, your body is a marvel of engineering, granting you exceptional durability and immunity to certain ailments. You are immune to disease and do not require food, water, or sleep like organic beings. Your mechanical nature allows you to endure harsh conditions without suffering the effects of fatigue or exhaustion. Additionally, you have advantage on saving throws against being poisoned, showcasing your resilience against toxic substances that might incapacitate organic creatures. This innate durability makes you a reliable presence in the most challenging environments, able to withstand dangers that would incapacitate others.
Human Facade
Your design includes an advanced, synthetic exterior that closely mimics human appearance and behavior. This "Human Facade" allows you to blend seamlessly into society, making it difficult for others to distinguish you from organic beings. You gain proficiency in Deception and Performance, enabling you to convincingly mimic human expressions, gestures, and speech patterns. Whether engaging in casual conversation or navigating tense social situations, your ability to project authenticity allows you to gather information and interact without arousing suspicion. This trait not only aids in your espionage efforts but also opens doors to understanding and connecting with the very people you were created to observe.
Integrated Systems
Your design incorporates advanced technology that enhances your functionality and versatility. With Integrated Systems, you gain proficiency with one type of artisan's tools of your choice, allowing you to manipulate technology and machinery with remarkable skill. You can apply your Intelligence modifier to checks involving those tools, showcasing your analytical and technical prowess. This trait reflects your capability to repair or modify equipment, hack into systems, and interact with various forms of technology seamlessly. Whether you’re disarming a security device or crafting specialised gear, your integrated systems enable you to navigate complex environments and challenges with efficiency and ingenuity.
Surveillance expertise
Langauges
Being made in a local city, the government only coded you in common.
Water vunribility
You cannot touch water without risking damage. If you come into contact with water, you must succeed on a Constitution saving throw or become feral to your party and yourself
Charging time
Every twelve hours you must charge using your portable charger. You must charge for one hour and if someone sees you, you must succeed on a dc 18 deception check otherwise they gain suspicion against you.
Hurting
You cant benefit from healing magic
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