Homebrew Cyclops Species Details

That eye . . . that incredible eye.  They seem so feral in their appearance, but that eye speaks of an ancient wisdom that cannot be grasped.
 - Cardinal Epson Millhoff, in his book "Obscure Peoples" 

There exists a wide variety of contradictory legends surrounding the origins of the cyclopes, many of them not having originated from the cyclopes themselves. They themselves generally have little interest in how their people came to be, though many of them will claim they descend from the line of Godson Annam All-Father.  This, of course, cannot be true, for a god that created the goliath and the dwarf certainly could not be the source of these brutes.
- Mercon Ellobie, intermediate scribe, Temple of the Whispering Tiger, Of the Iron Way

The Cyclops are an enigma, a picture of contrast and a perfect example of a comparative analysis of dissimilar qualities existing in the same creature.   
- Ellion Appletree, Arcanum biology professor

The mist filled history of the cyclops may very well lie in mystery, never to be uncovered for all to see.  The cyclops certainly don't care about their own history, and seem to take offense at anyone else prying into their lives to try and figure it out.   So, we will instead focus on the things we do know about this race of half-giants who can be rather brutish and sage-like at the same time. 

Society - The cyclops are a race of savages and nomads who wander the land in search of something unnamed.  They live in small camps that are mobile and easily taken down and rebuilt.  They may plant small gardens, which they abandon and pick at when they next pass that way.  They keep herds of goats and cattle, live simple lives, and prefer to keep to themselves.  They elect their chieftains, who are usually male, but seldom seem to follow this one as a leader of any kind.  They instead hold their shaman, the holy person of their small tribe, in highest regard.  From all accounts, the chief is selected on they one who will lead them across the earth when they travel.  There is no other distinction with the position.

Foresight - The cyclops have some ability in predicting events in the near future.  They would have you believe they sacrificed one of their eyes to receive this "second sight".  As there seems to be no other explanation for their only possessing one eye, this has become the accepted explanation among scholars and bards.  It cannot be disputed their ability to see into the future, though this more often is centered upon their own future and not the future of someone making enquiries about themselves.

Skills - The cyclops, in general, are very gifted in crafts, creating incredible works of art out of mostly natural components.  They are also very accomplished smiths, leather workers, and weavers.  

Age -  Cyclopes reach adulthood around the age of 15 and can live for five or more centuries.

Cyclops Traits

The complicated wonder of the one eyed cyclops.

Ability Score Adjustments

Your Strength and Wisdom scored each increase by +2, and your Constitution score increase# by +1.  You suffer a -3 penalty to your dexterity.

Size

Even the smallest cyclops stand 10 feet tall, and many are larger. Your size is Large.  You weigh at least 800lbs.

Speed

You have a walking speed of 35 feet.

One Eyed Vision

Your vision is very focused, but you have a problem judging distances.  You have disadvantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight, as well as on ranged attack rolls (spell and weapon).  

Brutal Sage

You are proficient and have advantage on all Athletics checks.  You also have advantage on all Wisdom saving throws.

Skilled Artisan

You are proficient with three from a selection of artisan's tools.

Language

You can speak, read and write in giant.  You also can speak common, and can read and write enough of it to get by.

An Eye on the Future

You are extremely perceptive, especially of people you meet.  You are also in touch with the waves of time and how it passes all around you.  Your glimpses into the future can come in handy occasionally, and this ability grows stronger as you age.  

At the start of each day, roll a number of d20's equal to your proficiency modifier and record those numbers.  During the course of the day, you can select one of these rolls and substitute any d20 roll of anyone you see (including yourself).  Once used, the number disappears.

You are also an expert on judging people.  You have double proficiency on insight.

You Swing a Mean Hammer

You are proficient with a martial weapon of your choice, a medium armor of your choice, and a heavy armor of your choice.  You are also proficient with a musical instrument.