Homebrew Felis Species Details

Short and Furry

Felis are often underestimated due to their short stature and cuddly demeanor. Felis come in all shapes and colors. They an grow to be up to 3 feet tall and often vary in their weight due to differing habits. Felis range from fiery gingers to the cool, calculating cerulean blues. The differing sub species of Felis all have their own quirks, but, as a species overall they are known as intelligent and gifted adventurers.

Each breed of Felis has their own clan which they are extremely proud of. This pride often leads to scuffles and contests for pride of oneself and their clan. There has always been a healthy rivalry among the different breeds of Felis. Some rivalries end in brawls and other end with shame, and loss of respect. Often, individuals will be challenged to single combat for their honor, and on the rarest of occasions, the honor of an entire clan.

Nine Lives Short Lived

Felis live up to 135 years of age. It is whispered that they possess nine lives, and, by some forgotten curse, they burn through each life every 15 years. This has lead many Felis adventurers to set ou on a quest to seek and end their curse and restore the race's full lifespan. Even with their cursed nine lives outlive most beings. This longevity gives them a larger outlook on life. They make acquaintances easily and friends rarely. Felis live their lives with a good sense of magic. Most Felis are able to sniff out a wizard in the room full of grey bearded, pointy hat wearing men. Other races often connect the Felis' innate magic sense as being tied to their origins of being used to aid wizards with spells as conduits of natural energy.

The Sunrock Clans

Once the Felis came into existence the original elders of each clan decided that they needed a land they could all call home. After sending out adventurers to seek a new home, a Short-hair, named Max, found the Great Sunrocks. These massive rocks soak up sunlight and retain the heat even throughout the nights and winters. Sunning on these boulders is a common trait that all Felis love.

Venturing to Sunrock Village to receive a piece of the Sunrock is an honor all Felis seek to earn. Each clan is overseen by an Elder who resides in Sunrock village. These Elders have the last say in conflicts between clans and the species in general, but events hardly get that far.

Clan Hierarchy

The Felis clans are overseen by a clan who is elected by the clan as a whole. The elder doesn't have to be elderly to achieve the title, but those who take the mantle young are seen as inexperienced. Usually the clan elder resides in Sunrock Village to coordinate with other clans.

Ranked below the Elders, in name only, are the clan mothers. Clan mothers are those who manage the clans home affairs, organize quests, determine occupations, and just about everything else. While elders are elected, clan mothers will choose a child from the litter and tutor them personally. After the clan mother passes the chosen child will take up the role.

Curious Explorers

All Felis share a love of exploring- their curiosity of the world is what drives them onward. They are constantly looking for new technologies, spells, and rare legendary items to further their clan's honor. Felis are strong dexterous race only stopped by their own shortcomings.

Felis names

Felis are given names by their clan mother. A clan mother often determines the name by divining the future of a kitten. if the future tells of the child doing great deeds a heroic name is chosen, if not, a standard house name is chosen.

Male Names: Al, Bree, Chester, Edgar, Fiddle, Jester, Jack, Luke, Luther, Max, Maru, Mew, Milo, Minka, Muschi, Oliver, Oscar, Rufus, Smokey, Simon

Female Names: Alice, Angel, Ash, Charlotte, Claire, Curie, Chloe, Daisy, Eva, Lucy, Millie, Mimi, Misty, Rosie, Ruby, Sasha, Susi, Tasha, Trixie

Clan Names: Cerulean, Claw, Maine, White Paw, Shadow, Forest, Chant, Hex, Iron Tooth

Heroic Names: Azreal, Leo, Felix, Ozfell, Proudfoot, Patches, Salem, Theo, Cecil

Felis Traits

Your Felis character will share a few common traits and attributes with all other Felis.

Ability Score Increase

Your Charisma Score increases by 2.

Age

Felis are considered full adults when they reach the age of 30.

Alignment

The majority of Felis are neutral and lean towards being adventurers or quest seekers. A Felis will always inspect the interesting and discover out the unknown.

Size

Felis average between 2-3 feet tall and weigh up to 60 pounds. Your size is Small.

Speed

Your base walking Speed is 25 feet.

Claws

Due to your claws you have a climb speed of 15 feet. You can also use your claws as a weapon. When you land an attack you deal 1d4+Strength modifier as slashing damage as an unarmed strike.

Felis Lineage

Choose one of the lineages. Your lineage choice determines you Felis Favor.

Darkvision

Being a Felis you are able to see in dim light up to 60 feet as if it were bright light, and darkness beyond as dim light.

Purrsusasion

Felis use their short and cute nature to their advantage as much as they can. Once per long rest roll with Advantage on your first Persuasion attempt on a friendly creature.

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