Homebrew Akkurian Species Details

Akkurians (Proud Warriors of the Frozen Tundra)

Akkurians are a warrior race native to the icy tundras of Akkuria, known for their unyielding loyalty, unbreakable honor, and relentless tenacity in combat. Raised in a culture that values martial prowess, discipline, and duty, Akkurians are formidable warriors and unwavering allies.

Despite their hardened exterior, Akkurians form strong bonds of kinship, and betrayal is considered a fate worse than death in their society. Their rich history is woven with stories of legendary champions, blood feuds, and heroic sacrifices.

Physical Appearance

Akkurians are diverse in appearance:

• Skin: Shades of purple to pink.
• Eyes: Red, silver, orange, and yellow.
• Hair: Black or shades of purple.
• Size: Ranges from Small (2–4 feet tall) to Medium (4–7 feet tall), chosen at character creation.

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Akkurian Racial Traits

Creature Type

• Humanoid

Size

• Medium (4–7 feet tall) or Small (2–4 feet tall), chosen when you select this species.

Speed

• Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Darkvision

• Accustomed to Akkuria’s long winters and dimly lit landscapes, you can see in dim light within 60 feet as if it were bright light and in darkness as if it were dim light.
• You can’t discern colors in darkness, only shades of gray.

Cold Resilience (Survivors of the Frost)

• You have resistance to cold damage.
• You have advantage on Constitution saving throws made to resist the effects of extreme cold environments.

Warrior's Endurance (Hardened by Battle)

• As a bonus action, you can regain hit points equal to 1d10 + your level.
• You can use this feature once per long rest.

Martial Instincts (Born for Combat)

• You gain proficiency in one melee weapon of your choice.
• You gain proficiency in Athletics or Intimidation (your choice).

Unshakable Honor (Bound by Oaths and Duty)

• You have advantage on saving throws against being charmed.
• You have proficiency in Insight to detect deception and dishonorable intentions.

Akkurian Traits

Darkvision Accustomed to Akkuria’s long winters and dimly lit landscapes, you can see in dim light within 60 feet as if it were bright light and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can’t discern colors in darkness, only shades of gray. Cold Resilience (Survivors of the Frost) You have resistance to cold damage. You have advantage on Constitution saving throws made to resist the effects of extreme cold environments. Warrior's Endurance (Hardened by Battle) As a bonus action, you can regain hit points equal to 1d10 + your level. You can use this feature once per long rest. Martial Instincts (Born for Combat) You gain proficiency in one melee weapon of your choice. You gain proficiency in Athletics or Intimidation (your choice). Unshakable Honor (Bound by Oaths and Duty) You have advantage on saving throws against being charmed. You have proficiency in Insight to detect deception and dishonorable intentions.

Darkvision

 

• Accustomed to Akkuria’s long winters and dimly lit landscapes, you can see in dim light within 60 feet as if it were bright light and in darkness as if it were dim light.
• You can’t discern colors in darkness, only shades of gray.

 

Cold Resistance

Cold Resilience (Survivors of the Frost)

• You have resistance to cold damage.
• You have advantage on Constitution saving throws made to resist the effects of extreme cold environments.

Resourceful

You gain Heroic Inspiration whenever you finish a Long Rest.

Skillful

You gain proficiency in one skill of your choice.

Versatile

You gain an Origin feat of your choice.