Homebrew Gerudo (DND:HOH) Species Details

The powerful, all-woman warrior race originating from a tribe hailing from the harsh desert region from which they got their name to the east. To be greeted with stares and whispers, to suffer violence and insult on the street, to see mistrust and fear in every eye: this is the lot of the Gerudo.

The Gerudo are a Hylian-like race but are notably taller and tend to be much more muscular. They tend to be dark skinned but notably with bright hair that tends to be in shades of red with bright green or amber eyes. The tribe is notable for being all women, with one male born every 100 years who is traditionally crowned as their king. It is said that this king is always cursed to be a tyrant or to go mad with jealousy or be corrupted by a thirst for blood and power.

The Gerudo are most commonly found in their cities and towns built deep in the Gerudo Desert, but they can be found in other settlements and towns, most commonly Hylian settlements.  Required for all Gerudo women raised in Gerudo cities to undergo combat training when they reach 16, Gerudo are known for their unwavering resolve and their physical and mental strength as warriors. Most are skilled with a sword and shield, though those flexible in combat are given the highest status as warriors.

Gerudo (DND:HOH) Traits

Gerudo share certain traits due to their harsh upbringing in the outskirts of the Gerudo Desert

Ability Score Increase

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

Age

 

Gerudo mature at the same rate as Hylians but live a few years longer

 

 

Daughters of the Lightning

 

Because of the constant eclectic storms plaguing the Gerudo region, you have natural resistance and advantage against electricity, lightning, and thunder spells.

 

 

Size

 

Gerudo are taller than Hylains at around 6 to 8 feet tall with a muscular and athletic build. Your size is Medium.

 

 

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Heat and Cold Resistance

Thanks to your upbringing in the harsh climate of the Gerudo Desert with its hot days and cold nights, you are naturally well-equipped to resist hot and cold temperatures, as well as attacks that center around heat and cold.

Sand Travel

Growing up in the Gerudo Desert, you've learned how to proficiently travel across the grainy sand and the snow up in the Highlands.

Languages

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