Homebrew Fortune Aarakocra Species Details

Fortune Aarakocra

"Sequestered in lush forests and expansive grasslands, the Fortune Aarakocra, sometimes called luckbirds, bring joy and good fortune to those they encounter. These vibrant beings are closely tied to nature, embodying luck and cheerfulness."

Feathers of Fortune

"From afar, Fortune Aarakocra look much like large, colorful birds. Their feathers are a stunning mix of greens, golds, and browns, reminiscent of clover leaves and rich earth. Their bright green eyes and earthy brown beaks complete their lively appearance. When they descend to roost or walk across the ground, their humanoid form is revealed. Standing upright, Fortune Aarakocra might reach 5 feet tall, with long, narrow legs that taper to sharp talons. Their plumage typically denotes membership in a tribe, with males displaying brighter feathers and females having more subdued tones."

Harbingers of Luck

"Fortune Aarakocra are deeply connected to luck and nature. They live in close-knit communities, often located in forest canopies or grassy plains. Known for their easy-going nature and positive outlook, they bring good fortune to those around them, and many seek their blessings for important endeavors. Festivals and celebrations are frequent, centered around the bounties of nature and the cycles of the seasons."

Avian Mannerisms

"Like their bird relatives, Fortune Aarakocra are fastidious about their plumage, often preening their feathers and cleaning themselves in pools. They punctuate their speech with chirps and trills, which convey emphasis and shades of meaning. This can sometimes lead to misunderstandings with other races, who may not pick up on these nuances. The idea of ownership can baffle Fortune Aarakocra, as they are more accustomed to the boundless freedom of the skies."

Homes in the Canopy

"Fortune Aarakocra often make their homes in large, open-roofed nests woven from vines and branches. These nests are usually located high in the treetops or on cliff faces, providing them with a vantage point to watch over their territory. Each colony is led by the eldest member, supported by a shaman who acts as a spiritual guide. Their territories extend over vast areas, with each tribe hunting and foraging in the lands nearest to their nests."

Confinement Terrifies Them

"Fortune Aarakocra cherish their freedom and the open skies. The idea of confinement or being trapped underground is a torment they can scarcely endure. Even when perched or at rest, they remain alert and ready to take flight at a moment’s notice."

Homelands

"Most Fortune Aarakocra prefer the Material Plane's forests and grasslands over any other realm. They establish their nests high in the canopies of old forests or on the sides of cliffs. These colonies are often well-hidden and difficult for outsiders to find."

Adventurers of Fortune

"Fortune Aarakocra typically enjoy peace and solitude, with little interest in dealing with other races. However, exceptional circumstances, such as a dire threat to their people or a mission of vengeance, can lead them to take up the adventurer’s life. Their natural agility, luck, and connection to nature make them formidable allies and opponents."

Names

"Fortune Aarakocra names often include chirps and trills, making them difficult for other races to pronounce. They may use nicknames or shortened versions of their full names when interacting with outsiders."

Fortune Aarakocra Traits

As a fortune aarakocra, you have certain traits in common with your people. Being able to fly at high speed starting at 1st level is exceptionally effective in certain circumstances and exceedingly dangerous in others. As a result, playing an aarakocra requires special consideration by your DM.

Four-Leaf Fortune

Once per long rest, you can re-roll one ability check, attack roll, or saving throw. You must use the new roll.

Lucky Wings

You have advantage on Dexterity (Acrobatics) checks while flying.

Ability Score Increase

Your Dexterity score increases by 2, and your Wisdom score increases by 1.

Age

Fortune aarakocra reach maturity by age 3. Compared to humans, aarakocra don’t usually live longer than 30 years.

Alignment

Most aarakocra are good and rarely choose sides when it comes to law and chaos. Tribal leaders and warriors might be lawful, while explorers and adventurers might tend toward chaotic. However, fortune aarakocra are more often not chaotic good, valuing luck and chance.

Size

Aarakocra are about 5 feet tall. They have thin, lightweight bodies that weigh between 80 and 100 pounds. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 25 feet.

Flight

You have a flying speed of 50 feet. To use this speed, you can’t be wearing medium or heavy armor.

Talons

Your talons are natural weapons, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit with them, you deal slashing damage equal to 1d4 + your Strength modifier, instead of the bludgeoning damage normal for an unarmed strike.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common, Aarakocra, and Auran.