Homebrew Crocodilian Species Details

Physical Description

The crocodilians are humanoid crocodiles that lurk in swamplands. Their tendency to fight can be reflected by their physical appearance. They have a reptilian layer of scales that cover their bodies and a large snout which conceals rows of dangerously sharp teeth. Their hands and feet are also outfitted with sharp claws. They are frequently mistaken as overly-muscular lizardfolk with their thick tails and reptilian appearance.

History

Crocodilians are a rare species related to lizardfolk. They live in swamps that men have learned to avoid, usually for good reason. Little is known about their history because they don't care enough to pass it on. However, through an intensive study by scholars, it is now known that crocodilians used to be the rulers of the lizardfolk until their kingdom was overthrown. It seems as though a rebellion formed against them because of their ruthless nature.

Society

Crocodilians live in swampy villages and prefer to be left alone. While they may seem large and fierce, they have a soft side to them that takes years of trust to appear. When they're around those that they have known for a long time, they are rather gentle creatures and care dearly for their allies. Because of their physical appearance, they are often times mistaken as overly-muscular lizardfolk. Crocodillians take pride in their race and will take great offense to those mistaking them as lizardfolk.

Crocodilian Names

Many crocodilians speak Common in an accent similar to a human Australian accent. In their native language, they have a hissing, reptilian way of speaking that is reminiscent of their animal namesakes. As such they tend toward names that contain strong S, T, K, SH and Z sounds.

Male: Tursir, Krishnak, Kurist, Hirkra and Zarick

Female: Ksar, Rishna, Kithis, Zatra and Sirt.

 

Crocodilian Traits

The crocodilians are humanoid crocodiles that lurk in swamplands.

Ability Score Increase

Your Strength score increases by 1,  and your Constitution score increases by 2.

Age

Crocodilians age slowly, reaching maturity at about 50. They can live to be over 300 years old.

Alignment

When it comes to the morality of the Crocodilians, they vary widely. In terms of Law and Chaos, Crocodilians are often Chaotic, but it is not unheard of for a Crocodilian to be Lawful.

Size

On average, Crocodilians stand at 10-12 feet tall and weigh around 450-650 pounds. Your size is Large.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet, and you have a swimming speed of 30 feet.

Bite

Your fanged maw is 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.

Hold Breath

You can hold your breath for up to 1 hour at a time. Crocodilians are natural swimmers and they can remain underwater for some time before needing to come up for air.

Darkvision

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 color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Natural Armor

You have tough, scaly skin. When you aren’t wearing armor, your AC is 13 + your Dexterity modifier. You can use your natural armor to determine your AC if the armor you wear would leave you with a lower AC. A shield’s benefits apply as normal while you use your natural armor.

Hungry Jaws

In battle, you can throw yourself into a vicious feeding frenzy. As a bonus action, you can make a special attack with your bite. If the attack hits, it deals its normal damage, and you gain temporary hit points (minimum of 1) equal to your Constitution modifier, and you can’t use this trait again until you finish a short or long rest. You gain additional uses of this feature at 6th, 11th, 16th, and 20th Level.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and Draconic.