Homebrew forg people Species Details
In the dense, vertical jungles of the multiverse, the Frog People—often known as Grungs—stand as a testament to the power found in the smallest of packages. Far from the humble, domestic life associated with Halflings, Grungs are a fierce, territorial species whose tiny frames (averaging 3 feet tall) contain a massive superiority complex. They do not seek comfort or second breakfasts; they seek conquest, moving with a "moisturize or die" biological imperative that drives them on relentless journeys of discovery across the world's waterways.
Evolutionary Traits and Biological Supremacy
A Grung’s bravery is reinforced by a unique physiology that sets them apart from more common small-folk:
- Frog Nimbleness and Speed: Despite their 25-foot walking speed, they are peerless climbers and possess a Standing Leap that allows them to jump up to 25 feet horizontally or 15 feet vertically without a running start.
- Natural Toxicity: Their skin secretes a potent poison. Any creature that touches them risk becoming poisoned, and Grungs are adept at applying this natural toxin to their weapons.
- Amphibious Nature: They can breathe air and water, finding safety in depths where their enemies cannot follow. However, this comes with a Water Dependency; they must immerse themselves in water for at least one hour daily or face lethal exhaustion.
Ancestral Kinship
The Frog People maintain a deep, spiritual, and biological connection to all of "Amphibia." They are closely related to wild frogs, toads, and their larger cousins, the Bullywugs.
- Diplomatic Immunity: Most swamp-dwelling amphibians recognize Grungs as kin and will not attack them unless provoked.
- Universal Communication: They can communicate freely with any frog or toad-type creature, using them as scouts or guardians of their territories.
Traditional Equipment and Martial Vow
Upon reaching maturity and setting out as adventurers, Grungs adhere to a strict martial code concerning their gear. Cultural and biological constraints dictate a specialized starting kit:
- Primary Weapons: Two daggers or one short sword. These allow them to leverage their high Dexterity and easily coat their blades in their own skin poison.
- Protection: One iron chestplate. While they are naturally tough (with a Constitution bonus), this light-to-medium plate protects their vital organs without hindering the skin contact needed for their defensive toxins.
- Usage Restriction: At the start of their journey, they find all other equipment too cumbersome for their specialized amphibious combat style. This focus on specific tools ensures that their natural agility remains their greatest weapon.
Traits
Creature Type: frog people and tode people
Size: Small (about 2-2.5 feet tall)
Speed: 45 feet
running Speed: 75 feet
Brave
You have Advantage on saving throws you make to avoid or end the Frightened condition.
Halfling Nimbleness
You can move through the space of any creature that is a size larger than you, but you can’t stop in the same space.
Luck
When you roll a 1 on the d20 of a D20 Test, you can reroll the die, and you must use the new roll.
Naturally Stealthy
You can take the Hide action even when you are obscured only by a creature that is at least one size larger than you.
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