Homebrew Abyssborne Species Details

Belonging to the eye of the deep are savage and Nature Tempered Lycanthropes, The Direct Children of Gaia, for the most part. In humanoid form, The Abyssborne have noticeably long teeth and harder skin. In battle, The Abyssborne simulates the pressure of their homelands, tearing and crushing their foes to volcanic rubble with bites and sheer force, their typically uncaring to ones shorter than them but challenge passive the ones who are larger, more troublesome foes. They prefer to take residence near coastal regions, where it can indulge its hunger for raw fish and the occasional sailor, and where it can take full use of their aquatic forms, which is better suited for rain or Underwater combat.

 

Scribes of The Sirens

Abyssbornes are folks that can meld their shape to any human appearance they choose, though once they do, that'll be the only human features they can stick to for the rest of their life, their magic comes from the unknown tides of pressure under every continent and their deceptions for human nature in inertly deceptive, almost like sirens. 

Abyssbornes aquatic forms are much more pure, something most are born into, as they age they'll come to seamlessly turn their Human and Abyss forms on and off, a sign on maturity.

Abyssbornes are almost never spotted by the commonfolk, transitioning into societal hierarchies as impressively as a human, Abyssborne know each other the moment they see one another, due to sharp senses and irregular facial movements, though in brief intervals, racial discrimination is rare as the built in social climate of The Abyss is Adaptability and The Rules of Nature

Self Induced Confidence

Abyssborne don't typically follow anixity, though fully possible there's a rare lack of tenacity, seeing themselves as equal to almost any challenge in their path. Depending on what species they are, their outgoing mannerisms are determined from environment induced motion from their natural habitat . However, Survival Instincts can  sometimes blind Abyssborne to hospitality received from others , and their zero excess combat prowess makes them difficult to team with.

The Idea of failing in combat can trigger a Abyssborne's will to push past endeavors, but this can also lead to risk taking that borders on irrational.

Mother Gaia's Teachings

As uncommon folk, Abyssborne can go their entire life without being found out. There are great sunken kingdoms only known by the race itself but ultimatly relies on leyline placement in under continental plates. Abyssborne have different faiths but they mostly drift to teachings of equal give and take, as mother nature feeds all, the ocean will protect all. Those outside their fundamental teachings are considered "Rude" or "Immature" to the majority. Abyssborne can be anywhere, at any time and don;t change form if killed, which is why the Humanoid form will often be underused to keep the possibility to dying with True Identity.

 

ABYSSBORNE BACKGROUNDS

Every Abyssborne subrace has its own set of abilities and drawbacks, which might make some backgrounds more suitable than others.

Selachimorpha otherwise known as The Shark Archetype, are proud of their heritage, sometimes to the point of Sadism. They can be ferocious, and favor family over heavy social grounds. They often find themselves near smaller cities where family businesses are placed and behavior is most influenced by natural influence and crowds are quieter and less of a mental hassle. Fitting backgrounds include Artisan, Marines, Entertainer, and Faceless.

Cephalopoda otherwise known as the Kraken Archetype, are seen as Smarter, and their sense of Connecting through Philosophy lets them slip into heavy populated cities. Their uncommon wisdom and Constitution makes them natural Scholars, though, and with their stoic demeanor, they can encourage others with their ideals and make amazing mentors. Many Krakenfolk live honest lives, where they can pursuit hobbies and allow their kin to evolve with Agricultural influence. When they become centers of influence, they dart for Equality amongst livelihood and sharing of wits, making them widely loved. Typical backgrounds fall into Sage, Folk Hero, Noble and Charlatan

Hydrophytes Otherwise known as The Flora Archetype are more attuned with Mother Gaia's Ways of life. Like their Sharkfolk and Krakenfolk relatives, they're down-to-earth personalities take diplomatic and near tactical approaches to everyday scenarios. They do their best to share their ways with others as to find connection and trust, Mother nature heals and looks over all so the senselessness of War doesn't fit into their motto of living. Some Florafolk are Tribal, culture is rich with them and preservation of the old ways leads to Heritage driven activities. Most Probable backgrounds for a Florafolk include Outlander, Hermit, Acolyte and Rune Carver.

Abyssborne Names

Abyssborne use the naming conventions of Enviroment, as other features of themselves lead. Reaching Maturity they can change their name as a show of Archetype , Examples being Kai, Marina, Lament, Pearl, Reef and Neptune

Subraces

Three major subraces of Abyssborne are found among the worlds of D&D: Selachimorpha, Cephalopoda and Hydrophytes. Choose one of these subraces.

Abyssborne Traits

Your Abyssborne character has certain characteristics in common with all other Abyssborne.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common Aquan and Primordial. Primordial is a guttural language, filled with harsh syllables and hard consonants and Aquan is a flowing language full of subtleties of meaning.

Ability Score Increase

Your Constitution score increases by 2.

Age

Abyssborne mature at about the same rate as humans and reach adulthood in their late teens. They live past human years, to about 150.

Alignment

Survival Driven and Adaptive, Abyssborne fall into Chaotic Neutral.

Twilight Sight

You can see in dim light and darkness within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light. You discern colors in that darkness all the same from hypersensitive eyes.

Size

Built to withstand underwater depths, Abyssborne are on the heavier side, standing anywhere from 7 feet to over 8 feet tall. Your Typical size is Large.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet, you move at 60 feet when in rain or in water.

Shapechange

You have the ability to change your form into a humanoid creature of your choice, you assume the same size and Character Abilities on DM's Choice, you can do this an indefinite amount of times.