Homebrew [HM] - Ursidae (Bearfolk) Species Details

Originally a peaceful farming people, the bearfolk (fur covered man/bear hybrids) suffered serious losses in past centuries to the depredations of the Avari and Magog, and as a result they have turned somewhat inward. Although they weathered the Magog wars and continued to live as peaceful farmers, the Avari raids led them to become a more military society focused very much on their defense.

They live on the edge of the forests of the northern Thornland in log-built lodges and organised into clans, and are animal herders and farmers, and also operate a number of fish farms on the river.

Ursidae are recognised by their spears and colourful woven kilts.

All bearfolk enter military service and they also continue to participate in effective militias afterwards, and have a fairly rigid society and are formally ruled by a Council of Lairds (elders).

Some bearfolk would like to return to their peaceful past, but others take the view that they can never allow themselves to become vulnerable again.

Women in bearfolk society have limited freedom and the rules designed to protect them have become a form of social control.

 

 

[HM] - Ursidae (Bearfolk) Traits

The Ursidae are a militaristic folk with peaceful farming origins - known for their farmers, herders, and effective military.

Ability Score Increase

+1 Strength, and +1 to two other ability scores (max +2 to any one attribute), or a feat.

Skill Proficiencies

You gain proficiency in athletics, nature, and 1 skill of choice.

Other Proficiency

Other Proficiency - one of the following: a culturally relevant artisan kit (smith, leather worker, weaver, potter, carpenter, brewer, herbalist), light armor proficiency, a language, a gaming set or a musical instrument.

Cultural Expertise

Choose 1 expertise in 1 skill you are proficient with.