Homebrew Lemurfolk Species Details

 

They're commonly described by those who meet them as being inquisitive, energetic, erratic, unpredictable, but above all ...objectively cute. Lemurfolk are, by all accounts, an odd race- their underlying, inherent curiosity in all things is only outmatched by their general propensity for chaos. Chaos both follows them and is a deeply integral part of them and yet they pay no attention to it. They do not seek to find chaos, they leave it in their wake.

They are not a strong race, nor are they particularly fortified in their constitution... and one would think that with all of that inquisitiveness they would be more intelligent, but it is an unfortunate truth that the quest for knowledge requires a somewhat longer attention span.

If Tails Could Talk

While they do frequently use their tails as an extra limb, it also expresses their inner-most emotions, so it is not uncommon for a lemurfolk to drop whatever they were holding with their tail when surprised, smack someone in the face with it when infuriated, or even fall off the tree branch they were hanging on in hysterical laughter; all without so much as a second thought. Their tails are so integral to their character and emotions, that it is beyond the comprehension of most lemurfolk that it is even possible for those skilled in deception to use this to their advantage and fake tail movements.

Lemurfolk are small, (generally) furry creatures, with big eyes, monkey-like limbs, and long, beautiful tails that they hold in very high regard. A lemurfolk is very particular about their tail– decorating, grooming, and caring for them to the point of obsession– and, in turn, their tails tell their story.

Ability Score Increase

Your Dexterity score increases by 1 and your Charisma score increases by 1 .

Age

Lemurfolk age slightly faster than Humans; they reach adulthood around age 15 and live to be roughly 80-90 years old.

Alignment

Lemurfolk are, without exception, explicitly chaotic. Whether you choose good, neutral, or evil will depend on your upbringing and circumstance.

Size

The average height of a Lemurfolk is between 3 and 4 feet, with a long tail capable of functioning as an extra limb. They weigh between 30 and 45 pounds. Your size is small.

Speed

Your base walking speed depends on your sub-race. Ground-Dwelling Lemurfolk's base walking speed is 30 feet. Arboreal Lemurfolk's base walking speed is 25 while on the ground but is 35 while jumping from obstacle to obstacle.

Cute

 You have advantage on all Charisma saving throws related to Persuasion and Deception.

Lemur-like Disposition

You gain proficiency in Acrobatics

Stealth Sense

When well-rested, you are able to sense that someone or something is in stealth but you are unable to pinpoint its' location if you are within 50 feet of it.

Weapon Proficiencies

You are proficient with slings, whips, and darts.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and Lemurish. Lemurish is a descendent language of Elvish, so if an elf is speaking slowly, you can understand bits and pieces.