Homebrew [HB] Cephaloid Species Details
Deep in oceans of many different worlds are a species of creatures known as the Cephaloid, a far off and distant descendant of Illithids, known much more commonly by the name of Mind Flayers. Not many know how or why the Illithids made Cephaloids, but most believe them to be signs of encroaching danger; which has caused the Cephaloid to take advantage of their natural amphibious lifestyle to stay away from the masses. Retreating into the depths of the ocean, where only few other sea-dwelling creatures have seen or even talked to them. When Cephaloids have been encountered in more populated areas, most retreat from them in fear of potential danger, others whom decided not to run in terror have met a wide array of characteristics and personalities. Although one constant seems to ring true between most, caution of others carries through, even in the most innocent of interactions.
[HB] Cephaloid Traits
As a Cephaloid you have the following traits.Ability Score Increase
When determining your character’s ability scores, increase one score by 2 and increase a different score by 1, or increase three different scores by 1.
Languages
Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and your DM agree is appropriate for the character.
Creature Type
You are a Humanoid.
Size
You are either Medium or Small.
Speed
Your walking speed is 30 ft. and your swim speed is 30 ft.
Darkvision
You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light and in darkness as if it were dim light. You discern colors in that darkness only as shades of gray.
Amphibious
You can breathe both air and water.
Amorphous
Being descended from cephalopods your body is naturally squishy and able to squeeze or fit oneself into spaces one size smaller than what creature size you are.
Ink Jet
Once per short rest as a bonus action you can spray ink from your ink sac; the ink sprays 10 feet in front of you. Creatures caught within the spray must succeed a Dexterity saving throw against a DC of 8+ your proficiency bonus + your Constitution modifier or be blinded.
Adaptable Appendages
Your body holds 2 tentacle appendages on your face which act as extra arms. These tentacles are lined with suckers. They are able to open doors, pick up objects less than 10 pounds each and can use tools or light weapons with disadvantage. In addition, all rolls you make to grapple a creature a rolled with advantage.
Camouflage
As an action you can change the color and texture of your skin to match the environment, giving you advantage on stealth checks.
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