Homebrew Doya Species Details

The Doya, or Beaverfolk, are a kind and jovial race of anthropomorphic beavers. Dwelling in, on, or near rivers usually in cold regions with lots of pine forests. 

The Doya are hard -orking, cheery, and kind. They love crafts and woodworking and make some of the best wooden gear, trinkets, and structures in the world. Despite their industrious natures they are very respectful of the natural world. Most are animistic, and many worship giant living trees.

 

Common Male Names: Adohi, Adahy, Kaga, Twah'kohl, Yonaguska

Common Female Names: Amadahy, Nadie, Sawni, Tahki, Tayanita

Common Surnames: Walks-On-Water, Sings-Like-The-Bullfrog, Strong-Like-The-White-Oak, Dreams-In-The-Clouds, Swims-With-The Current

 

Doya Traits

The Doya have many useful traits.

Ability Score Increase

Your Strength increases by 1 and your charisma increases by 2. Doya are sturdy and hardworking, as well as jovial and sociable.

Hold Breath

You can hold your breath for up to 15 minutes at a time. Doya live their lives by the water and are adept at holding their breath.

One with the Wood

You have proficiency with Carpenter's tools and the Nature skill.

Teeth of the Beaver

Your beaver teeth are a natural weapon, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit with it, you deal piercing damage equal to 1d6 + your Strength modifier, instead of the bludgeoning damage normal for an unarmed strike. Furthermore, you can use your teeth as a carpenter's tools.

Languages

You speak Common, Doya, and Sylvan.