Homebrew Dryad Species Details

Dryad

Created by the ancient sun elves, the dryads are the humanoid spirits of nature, embodying from a single plant to an entire forest. This directly correlates to their power. The dryads are able to use spells and use simple weapons in order to protect themselves, they try to seek the passive route, but are known to ruthless towards their enemies, harnessing the strength of their ancient trees and the destructive power of the decay within their forest.

Dryads are known among the lands but very ever see one, those that do report that they can be tricksters, wanting the answer to a riddle or knowledge. They are also reported to be ethereal gods to be both feared and sometimes worshipped by other races.

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Appearance

Dryads have been seen across the land in all forests. They reflect their surroundings as they only embody them. Quite often they appear as if they are wearing robes or flowing gowns made of leaves and other natural materials. A few that have reported them have claimed to see a gold glow surrounding them, this could be due to their creators- the sun elves. 

 

 

Dryad Traits

Dryads forrests determine their true power, but these are the most likely traits a dryad has

Ability score increase

intelligence increases by one

Age

A Dryad usually lives as to about 100 years, however they have been known to exceed this number due to good soil and weather. Dryads do not reach maturity as they inherit their forests from their family, only existing as a representation of their home.

Alignment

Do not cross the Dryad as they have been known to use the bodies of their enemies to fertilise their magical homes. However, becoming friends with a dryad is a huge strength as they are fiercely loyal to friends and family.

Speed

Your base walking speed in 40

Darkvision

Accustomed to twilit forests and the night sky, 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 colour in darkness, only shades of gray.

Size

Dryads heights can vary from 5'' to 7'5''

Linked to past

They share their wisdom with their family and friends creating a network of knowledge between the masses

Forrest fighting training

When being required to fight, the Dryad calls upon their heritage for guidance. By communicating with the elders, they are able to use traditional Dryad weaponry and martial arts.