Homebrew Dogfolk Species Details

Physical Description

You are an anthropomorphic dog of any breed with digitigrade legs and fur all over, sometimes having longer hair at the head and chin. You have a dog-like snout and furry tails.

History

Dogfolk have an unfortunate history of discrimination from other races, and there’s still a fair amount of discrimination ongoing, so a lot of Dogfolk have trust issues and rebel.

Society

Dogfolk live in very close, intertwined communities, often populated with a variety of races. They have traditions, rituals, ceremonies, foods, and it’s all very fascinating and diverse. (And no I’m not elaborating further, I’m tired)

Dogfolk Names

Dogfolk are named by their parents. They have a family name that’s like a last name, a first name that family and friends call them, and a street name if they are criminal. The order would go: [Family name] [First name] [Street name]

Family names: Sael, Mahrc, Kaervor, Shveal, Piear, Mahl, Alopin

First names: Milly, Bella, Bailey, Weller, Klyke, Coob, Mae

Street names: BigMouth, Clawzir, MeanTeeth, GrowlMin

 

Dogfolk Traits

There are many Dogfolk breeds. No matter the breed, your ability score increases.

Naturally Gifted

As a Dogfolk, you have experience of various different things close to the nature of what you are, be it zoomies, finding trails and scents or just plain "dog-sense". Choose one between Insight, Nature, or Athletics. You are proficient in said skill.

Tiny Terror

With a smaller body, your rage becomes concentrated. You gain advantage on attack rolls against creatures larger than yourself.

Ability Score Increase

Dogs are friendly, highly agile and fairly smart. You gain bonuses based on this. 

Age

Dogfolk mature at 16 and live to about 85. Fun fact, Dogfolk gestation period is 4-6 months :).

Size

Your size is dependent on your subrace of dogfolk. 

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet. You have a burrowing speed of 10 feet.

Languages

Canine is made up of barks, growls, huffs, tail wags, ear flicks, etc. Fun fact, wrinkling the nose could translate to smiling, or saying something along the lines of yes, okay, thanks, etc.