Homebrew freakapuss Species Details

Freakapuss

Freakapusses are an extraordinary offshoot of the Giff race, evolved through a mysterious and unpredictable twist of fate, or perhaps by divine intervention, long forgotten. Much like their Giff ancestors, Freakapusses are towering, broad-shouldered beings with hippo-like features, but they take this bulk to a whole new level. Their bodies are more complex, their forms more alien. They possess 2 legs, 2 muscular arms, and 4 extra tentacles that can hold items or manipulate objects with surprising dexterity. This abundance of limbs makes them a terrifying sight on the battlefield, as they can wield up to three two-handed weapons at once, making them formidable opponents in both close and ranged combat.

Their appearance can be described as a mass of muscle, thick skin, and tentacles. While many still retain the distinctive smoothness of their Giff relatives’ skin, others have short, bristly hair that runs down their heads and faces. Their tentacles, similar to an octopus's, can wrap around objects with a strength far beyond that of their arms, allowing them to wield even more weaponry, carry heavy loads, or multitask with the ease of a well-trained acrobat.

Origin and Lore

The Freakapuss race is shrouded in mystery. Some say that they are the result of a curse or an accident in the great history of the Giff. Others suggest that the freakapusses were birthed from some forgotten, ancient god of mutation or excess, their powers rippling through the astral plane like a storm of chaos. The Freakapusses themselves believe they share the same origins as Giff, but the myth of their genesis is clouded in confusion.

Their homeworld, like the Giff's, is lost in the swirling mists of time. No living Freakapuss knows where it is, or even if it still exists. However, unlike their Giff cousins, the Freakapusses' connection to the Astral Plane seems to be more physical. When they stand in the Astral Sea, their many limbs seem to stretch and pulse with cosmic energy, as if the very fabric of the universe resonates with their essence.

Despite their strange appearance, Freakapusses still possess the renowned Astral Spark—a divine essence left behind by their creators, fueling their rage, their power, and their incredible resilience in battle. The spark manifests in unique ways for each Freakapuss, sometimes as bursts of psychic energy that enhance their combat prowess, or as a calming influence in moments of chaos.

Physical Appearance

Freakapusses are gigantic, averaging 8 to 9 feet tall, with a build that is both imposing and fluid. They have large, rounded, and somewhat flattened faces, giving them a striking resemblance to a giant hippo. Their skin can range from smooth and featureless to rough and bristly, and it often reflects their environment or their emotional state.

Most distinguishing, however, are their legs—32 in total. These legs, while powerful, are agile enough to allow the Freakapuss to move quickly, their great number allowing for a staggering range of motion. The tentacles on their bodies function much like an octopus’s, capable of intricate movement and manipulation. Each of these limbs has a mind of its own, as the Freakapuss’s body is a labyrinth of movement and precision.

Personality

Freakapusses tend to be loud and boisterous, with an aura of overwhelming presence. They love to make a scene and often take the spotlight in any gathering. Their sheer size and abundance of limbs make them hard to ignore, and they know it. But they also possess a deep sense of loyalty and camaraderie—once they decide someone is their ally, they’ll defend them with everything they have.

While not all Freakapusses are scholars, many enjoy pondering the mysteries of their origins, the nature of the Astral Plane, and the true purpose of their extra limbs. Some might speculate that the extra appendages are a sign of some long-lost gift from their creators, while others consider it a sign of divine favor, the mark of a creature meant to become something greater.

Their unusual bodies and combat capabilities often make them a bit intimidating, and many people will treat them with respect—or fear—on first meeting. However, Freakapusses, despite their overwhelming appearance, can be surprisingly sensitive and curious, and they don’t take kindly to being underestimated or mocked.

 

 

 

Freakapuss Traits

Ability Score Increases.

• You gain a +2 bonus to Strength and a +1 bonus to Dexterity or Constitution (your choice).

Age.

• Freakapusses mature a little faster than humans, reaching adulthood by 12 and living to about 100 years old, though many live longer if they survive the perils of the Astral Sea.

Alignment.

• Most Freakapusses are neutral, drawn to the chaos and freedom of the multiverse. They tend to be individualistic but are loyal to their companions once they form bonds.

Size.

• Freakapusses are massive, towering beings that stand between 8 and 9 feet tall. Your size is Large.

Speed.

• Your base walking speed is 40 feet, and you have an incredible climbing speed of 40 feet due to your 32 legs.

Astral Spark.

• You are innately attuned to the Astral Plane. As a bonus action, you can channel a fragment of your divine essence, granting yourself advantage on Strength and Dexterity checks for 1 minute. This feature recharges after a long rest.

Extra Limbs.

• You have 2 legs, 2 muscular arms, and 4 tentacles that function as additional limbs. These tentacles can be used to hold weapons, tools, or shields. They can also manipulate objects with fine control, like your hands, allowing you to wield up to three two-handed weapons at once. When you attack with one of these weapons, you can use your Dexterity modifier instead of Strength for the attack roll.

Hold Three Weapons.

• Your numerous limbs allow you to hold and wield up to three two-handed weapons at the same time. You can use your tentacles to carry a shield, wield an extra weapon, or carry tools—each weapon must be appropriate for the size of your limbs.

Amphibious.

• You can breathe both air and water, making you just as comfortable underwater as you are on land.

Languages.

• You can speak, read, and write Common and one other language of your choice.

Subrace.
While Freakapusses share similar traits, different regions or groups may imbue certain subrace variations:

• Astral Warden: Your tentacles gain the ability to generate a shimmering shield, granting you a +2 bonus to AC for 1 minute, recharged after a long rest.

• Void Stalker: Your enhanced senses allow you to see into the Ethereal Plane, gaining advantage on Perception checks related to detecting invisible creatures or objects.

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Creature Type

You are a Humanoid.

Size

You are Medium.

Speed

Your walking speed is 30 feet, and you have a swimming speed equal to your walking speed.

Astral Spark

Your psychic connection to the Astral Plane enables you to mystically access a spark of divine power, which you can channel through your weapons. When you hit a target with a simple or martial weapon, you can cause the target to take extra force damage equal to your proficiency bonus.

You can use this trait a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus, but you can use it no more than once per turn. You regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest.

Firearms Mastery

You have a mystical connection to firearms that traces back to the gods of the giff, who delighted in such weapons. You have proficiency with all firearms and ignore the loading property of any firearm. In addition, attacking at long range with a firearm doesn’t impose disadvantage on your attack roll.

Hippo Build

You have advantage on Strength-based ability checks and Strength saving throws. In addition, you count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push, drag, or lift.