Homebrew Beaverfolk Species Details

Beaverfolk resemble anthropomorphic beavers, with sturdy builds, broad shoulders, and robust limbs suited for labor. They have thick, waterproof fur, often shades of brown ranging from deep chestnut to lighter tan. They sport flat, paddle-like tails which aid in swimming, balance, and communication. Beaverfolk teeth, prominently visible and sharp, continuously grow, requiring regular use and maintenance.

Builder's Ingenuity: You have proficiency with carpenter's tools and woodcarver’s tools. Additionally, you gain advantage on skill checks related to building or repairing wooden structures.

Hold Breath: You can hold your breath underwater for up to 15 minutes.

Tail Slap: Your sturdy tail is a natural weapon, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit, you deal bludgeoning damage equal to 1d4 + your Strength modifier.

Watertight Fur: You have advantage on saving throws against cold weather effects and resistance to cold damage when submerged in water.

Beaverfolk Traits

As a beaverfolk, you have the following traits.

Ability Score Increase

Your Wisdom score increases by 1, and your Constitution score increases by 2.

Age

Beaverfolk mature quickly, reaching adulthood around 8 years. Despite this they have fairly average lifespans, the oldest among them living just past 60 years.

Alignment

Beaverfolk don’t favor good over evil, with most choosing to remain neutral. They also lean towards  the structure of lawful alignments.

Size

Beaverfolk average between 3 and 4 feet tall, weighing around 60-90 pounds. Your size is Small.

Tail Slap:

Your sturdy tail is a natural weapon, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit, you deal bludgeoning damage equal to 1d4 + your Strength modifier.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 25 feet. In addition, you have a swimming speed of 30 feet.

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 can’t discern color in darkness, only shades of gray. Mapachs are most comfortable under the cloak of night.

Watertight Fur

You have advantage on saving throws against cold weather effects and resistance to cold damage when submerged in water.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write common and humblefolk.