Homebrew Star Doll (SMW) Species Details
A star doll is a falling star that has been placed inside the body of a doll. It infuses the wooden toy with its celestial magics, and the toy grows into a full sized image of itself. However, it is no longer a toy, but a walking marionette capable of moving, seeing, and talking.
Typically, this is done when there is great evil in the world, and the universe has sent one of their own to set things right. The soul of a star doll might not remember who they truly are, but they know they have a higher purpose. They will seek out heroes willing to aid them in their quest, and then they will begin on their destiny to make the world a better place.
((For the purposes of simplicity, star dolls speak elven as their native language.))
Star Doll (SMW) Traits
As a star doll, you have the following features:Transformation
Both a blessing and a curse, the star doll is able to transform their bodies into that of a small doll. You may activate this feature 1 time per Short or Long Rest, and you may end the effect (returning to normal size) at any time. If you are confined in a space that will not allow your full size without damage, then you may not deactivate the ability. This feature requires 1 Action for the transformation both ways. You gain the following benefits:
- Your Size is now Tiny
- You have Disadvantage on Strength checks and Strength saving throws.
- All of your equipment and weapons reduce down to your new size. While weapons are reduced, your attacks with them deal 2d4 less damage (this can’t reduce the damage below 1).
- Medium and Heavy weapons, items, and Armor not shrinked down cannot be held or worn at all.
- Cover. Increase any cover size by one; half-cover becomes three-quarters cover, and three-quarters cover becomes whole cover. You can also gain half cover from objects that would otherwise be considered too small, such as rocks or tree saplings.
- You have Advantage on Stealth checks.
- Occupy the same space as another Tiny or larger creature.
The drawback of this feature is that whenever the star doll takes a Short or Long Rest, they automatically transform to their doll size. They can still be awakened as normal, but they automatically take their first Action to transform back to their normal size (if possible). This does not take away their 1 time per short/long rest ability to shrink down, unless they are awakened and/or choose to end their rest early.
Carved to Perfection
You have Proficiency Woodcarver’s Tools, and you gain one skill proficiency and another tool proficiency of your choice.
Wooden Resilience
You were carved from an old and great tree, represented by the following benefits:
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You have advantage on saving throws against being poisoned, and you have resistance to poison damage.
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You don’t need to eat, drink, or breathe.
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You are immune to disease.
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