Homebrew Chiroptid Species Details

Alson known as "Batfolk" or "Batlings", the Chiroptids are humanoid and sentient bats that inhabit dark and gloomy environments.

As is the case with most beast-like species, there is a debate among scholars as to how the "Batfolk" came into being. Some researchers theorize that the Chiroptids evolved from regular bats over time. Other academics believe the "Batlings" were indeed simple bats, but were transformed due to the influece of magic. There are even some sages who claim that the Chiroptids are the offspring of some dark deity or an entity from the Shadowfell.

Due to their heritage, the Chiroptids share some traits with regular bats. They can fly, use echolocation to be aware of their surroundings and have an exceptional sense of hearing. However, they are also impaired by direct sunlight.

The Chiroptids are small and furry, but tend to have differents shades to their fur depending on the environment from whence they hail. There are even some "Batfolk" who have specifical appendages, such as longer ears or snouts.

Chiroptids tend to thrive on dark caves or gloomy forests, but some "Batlings" live in the midst of civilization, usually in bustling towns with larger structures and plenty of shaded areas.

Despite their association with vampires and blood sucking bats, not all Chiroptids are carnivorous and some just try to coexist with other species across the multiverse.

Chiroptid Traits

As a Chiroptid, you have these special traits.

Creature Type

You are a Humanoid.

Size

Your size is Small (about 2–4 feet tall).

Speed

Your walking Speed is 30 feet and you have a Fly Speed equal to your walking speed.

Sunlight Sensibility

You have Disadvantage on any Attack Roll and Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight when you, the target of the attack or whatever you are trying to perceive is in direct sunlight.

Echolocation Expert

You have a Blindsight with a range of 120 feet.

Heightened Hearing

You have Advantage on Perception checks that rely on hearing.

Sundering Screech

Once per day, you can cast Thunderwave at 1st level without expeding a spell slot. When you cast Thunderwave with this trait, your Spell save DC equals 8 + your Constitution modifier + your Proficiency Bonus.