Homebrew Batfolk Species Details

Living in remote settlements built in mountain caves or dark ancient forests Batfolk are a reclusive people. Their humanoid batlike appearance can cause fear in some, awe in others  and those that travel the world are sometimes mistaken for far more terrifying and dangerous entitles than they really are.

Fang and Wing

Batfolk far more resemble large versions of their namesake than any of the other animal races. They do not posses humanoid arms or hands having instead just large batlike wings that have dew claws which can manipulate and hold objects similar to normal hands. However they can also wield objects with their feet which are very dexterous and they prefer to remain air born whenever possible. They are particularly acrobatic in their flight and are capable of many complex maneuvers including flipping around to cling to vertical or ceiling surfaces .

Night Flyers

Batfolk cannot see in the dark but they have little need for darkvision. Using high pitched sounds they can sense the world around them via echolocation, as long as they can make sound and hear. Many batflok take great pains to take good care of their ears and voice.

 

Batfolk Traits

Being able to fly starting at 1st level is exceptionally effective in certain circumstances and exceedingly dangerous in others. As a result, playing a batfolk requires special consideration by your DM.

Ability Score Increase

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

Age

Batfolk reach maturity by age 2. Compared to humans, Batfolk don’t usually live longer than 40 years.

Alignment

Most Batfolk lean towards neutral alignments due to the relative seclusion of their tribes. Tribal leaders and warriors might be lawful, while explorers and adventurers might tend toward chaotic.

Size

Batfolk average about 6 feet tall. They have thin, lightweight bodies that weigh between 90 and 110 pounds. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 25 feet.

Flight

You have a flying speed of 30 feet. To use this speed, you can’t be wearing medium or heavy armor. Due to the shape and form of your wings you can not wield or carry anything in your hands while you fly. You can carry objects and may wield melee weapons with your feet.

Echolocation

You have the innate ability to send out high pitched squeaks that bounce off objects around you allowing you to sense them even if you can't see. If you are deafened your blindsight doesn't work.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Under-common and Batfolk.