Homebrew Pokémon Species Details

The creatures themselves, which are based on various plants, animals, objects, and other concepts, inhabit virtually every corner of the world, no matter which canon's interpretation is seen. Many make their homes in forests and on rural routes stretching across the various regions, while still others are native to cities and other urban centers. Currently, there are 1025 known as Pokémon.

Pokémon Traits

While most Pokémon resemble animals and may behave like them, there are many that do not resemble animals at all, taking on other forms such as plants, inanimate objects, machines, human-like forms, or other more enigmatic and exotic appearances. Pokémon inhabit an extremely diverse range of habitats, ranging from the driest deserts to the lushest jungles, the deepest oceans to the highest mountains and everything else in between, even outer space and other dimensions.

Ability Score Increase

Choose 2 ability scores. One is increased by 2, the other by 1.

Age

Pokémon mature at different rates depending on their species, but most reach adulthood around the same time as humans, usually by their early teens. Their lifespans vary widely—some Pokémon live only a few decades, while others, especially those with mystical or elemental traits, may endure for centuries.

Size

The size of a Pokémon varies greatly by species. Most fall within the bounds of Small or Medium, though some may be larger or smaller depending on their natural form.

Speed

Your base walking speed depends on your chosen Pokémon’s species. Some may gain alternative movement speeds (such as a climb, swim, or burrow speed) if their species naturally supports it, at the DM’s discretion.

Language

You can speak, read, and write in the Pokémon language.

Resistances/Weaknesses

Every Pokémon’s strengths and weaknesses are shaped by its typing. Certain types grant resistance to specific forms of damage, while others leave you vulnerable. The exact effects of your typing are determined by your species.

Ability

You gain a chosen ability from among the listed abilities for your chosen Pokémon.

Moves

Your Pokémon character gains 4 moves of your choice up from the list of moves on their sheet. On a level up, you may change any number of moves to any of other move you have access to at your current level.

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