Homebrew Bariaur Species Details

These natives of Outlands are herbivorous and generally peaceful in nature, though rhey enjoy competition and do not fear any battle. Their herds are a common sight on the chaotic side of the Upper Planes as they travel from plane to plane. Many bariaurs make their way to Sigil on their own as traders, explorers, or just to use it a connecting point between journeys. A flock of bariaurs follows a single leader, stronger or more charismatic than other males in the flock. A leader’s rule is absolute, but younger males who think themselves ready for leadership may challenge him. Such challenges, though, are formal and ritualized, never reckless; bariaurs’ chaotic nature is directed outside of the flock, rather than within it. The loss of a duel of challenge brings no disgrace nor dishonor.

Flocks are familial and under normal circumstances never split up. An under-reported aspect of bariaur life is their robust playfulness. They believe that that the two great goods are the advancing of their strong sense of honor and the need to have a good time. The bariaur often meet in shows of friendly rivalry on the great grassy plains of the Outlands. At these festivals they stage singing contests, tell tales, and play an intricate game not unlike polo. Human observers often mistake the rivalry for pride or pettiness, and are often completely flabbergasted when, at the end of a festival, the bariaur depart on the friendliest terms. Bariaurs are herbivores, feeding on berries, nuts, leaves and other foods gathered in the forests. They do not usually travel from one plane to another, but do so if the food supply in an area warrants a move.

Bariaur Traits

As a Bariaur you are stronger than you look and friendly to a fault

Ability Score Increase

Bariaur are strong and athletic.  You increase your Strength score by +2

Ability Score Increase

Bariaur are friendly and outgoing.  You increase your Charisma score by +1

Natural Athletes

Bariaur excel at jumping, running and climbing.  You are proficient with Athletics.

Fey Creatures

Bariaur are distantly related to the Fey and they are fluent in the various languages spoken in the Feywild.  You can speak Sylvan.

Trampling Charge

Bariaur can charge their opponents gaining +1d6 additional damage to the first melee attack that hits.  In order to gain this benefit the Bariaur most move at least 20' towards their opponent.