Homebrew Liontaur Species Details
Liontaur are centaur-like creatures with the upper torso of a humanoid atop a lion’s broad shoulders. They are a proud and noble people who may be the most skillful warriors on Glorianna. From head to rump, liontaur are 10 to 12 feet long, and they stand 6 to 7 feet tall from their front paws to the tops of their heads. They weigh around 600 to 800 pounds. Dusky golden fur covers them from head to tail, though rare white and even black liontaur have been recorded. Their tails feature a brush of black hair, and the males have a long mane. Their ears are set high on their heads. All six of their limbs end in claws, but the ones on their hands and their front paws are retractable. Honor is paramount to them, and they will fight to the death to preserve it. They respect courage and strength, but also wisdom and compassion. They have a strong oral history, and their society is a matriarchy with several council members. All council members are female. The King's role is to enforce the council's ruling on matters of law.
Liontaur Traits
+2 Str, +1 Con, +1 WisDarkvision
Accustomed to hunting during the night, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. 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.
Powerful Build
You count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push, drag, or lift.
Hunter's Lore
You gain proficiency with two of the following skills of your choice: Animal Handling, Nature, Perception, Stealth, and Survival.
Natural Armor
You have tough, muscled hide. When you aren't wearing armor, your AC is 13 + your Dexterity modifier. You can use your natural armor to determine your AC if the armor you wear would leave you with a lower AC. A shield's benefits apply as normal while you use your natural armor.
Pounce
You can use a bonus action with a Charge to attack with your two front claws.
Lion Claws
Your claws are natural weapons, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit with them, you deal slashing damage equal to 1d6 + your Strength modifier, instead of the bludgeoning damage normal for an unarmed strike.
Warrior Training
You have proficiency with the spear, longbow, greatsword, and bola.
Alignment.
Liontaur value honor, and would rather die than be dishonored. They tend toward lawful alignments, but players may choose any.
Age
Liontaur have a lifespan equivalent to humans.
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