Homebrew Axolotl Species Details

Description: Axolotl folk are a diminutive, amphibious race known for their peaceful nature and love of water. They resemble axolotls, with large, feathery gills, a wide, flat head, and a long, slender body. Despite their small size, they are surprisingly strong and agile, especially in water.

Abilities:

  • Amphibious: Axolotl folk can breathe both air and water.
  • Water Walker: They can walk on water as if it were solid ground.
  • Aquatic Adaptation: Their bodies are adapted for life in water, granting them a +5 bonus to Dexterity checks made to swim.
  • Darkvision: They can see in dim light up to 60 feet as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light.
  • Water Breathing: They can breathe underwater indefinitely.

Weaknesses:

  • Vulnerability to Electricity: Axolotl folk take double damage from Electricity.
  • Land Adaptation: They are less efficient on land, granting them a -2 penalty to Dexterity and Strength checks made on land.

Personality: Axolotl folk are generally peaceful, gentle, and curious. They are known for their love of water and their appreciation for beauty. They are often found living near bodies of water, such as lakes, rivers, or oceans.

Languages: Axolotl folk speak Common and Aquan.

Height and Weight:

  • Height: 3-4 feet tall
  • Weight: 50-70 pounds

Age: Axolotl folk mature quickly, reaching adulthood within 5-10 years. They can live for up to 100 years.

Additional Notes:

  • Axolotl folk can regenerate lost limbs, but this ability takes time and energy.
  • They are often found living in symbiotic relationships with other aquatic creatures, such as fish or water elementals.
  • Axolotl folk can be found in a variety of settings, from tropical rainforests to arctic tundras.

This homebrew provides a foundation for the axolotl folk race in D&D. You can customize it further to fit your campaign's needs, such as adding new abilities, weaknesses, or traits.

 

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