Homebrew Felis Species Details

I added this with a few minor changes so that I could play a character that was a Felis. I did not create the race.

"Felis are the kindest, and most adorable strangers I have ever met. If it were not for their love of sunbathing I fear they would have turned to conquest; and I find myself wondering if the world is worse for it."~Alyss Kumungu, Felis Friend

Short and Furry

Felis are often underestimated due to their short stature and cuddly demeanor, but are intelligent and skilled adventurers. They come in all shapes and colors, stand between 2 to 3 feet tall, and weigh up to 30 lbs. Each breed of Felis has their own Clan, of which they are extremely proud. As such great contests are held every year where the Clans come together and compete against each other in tournament style games. 

All Felis share a love of exploring - their curiosity about 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.

 

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 led many Felis adventurers to set out on a quest to seek an end to their curse and restore the race's full life span. Others simply set out for a life of adventure to get the most out of their perceived short lives often forming strong bonds with people of other races. It is believed that Felis are descendants of Wizard familiars, as such Felis have a strong sense for magic and can sense magic users.

The Sunrock Clans

When the original Felis Elders formed their various clans, they decided the race as a whole needed a suitable land they could call home. Each of the Elders sent out a least one adventurer to seek such a home. A mighty Shorthair named Max discovered a massive stone formation that soaks up the heat from the sun and releases it through the night keeping the surrounding area comfortable, even in winter. Sleeping or meditating on or within this formation is a great comfort to all Felis who have the opportunity to partake.

The Felis settled this region founding villages in the surrounding landscape to house each of the Clans. The city that sprung up within the Great Sunrock was open to all visitors, however the privilege of permanently living within the city was only granted by the Elders of each village. For this the Felis would have to posses a valuable trade or skill.

Clan Hierarchy

The Felis clans are overseen by a clan elder 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. The Clan Elders usually reside in Sunrock in order to facilitate peace-keeping and coordination between the Clans.

Ranked below the Elders in name only are the Clan Mothers. Clan mothers are those who manage each Clan Village's affairs, organize quests, assign apprenticeships, as well as other governing tasks. While Elders are elected, Clan Mothers will choose a promising child and tutor them personally to take their place after they pass.

Felis Names

Felis are given their names by their Clan Mother. A Clan Mother often determines the name by divining the future of the kitten. If the future tells of the child doing great deeds a heoric 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, 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.

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.

Claws

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

Feline Lineage

Choose one of the lineages below to determine your Felis Favor.

Ability Score Increase

Your Charisma score increases by 2.

Age

Felis mature at the same rate humans do, and are considered adults around age 20. They can live up to 135 years.

Alignment

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

Size

Felis are between 2 and 3 feet tall and average about 30 pounds. Your size is Small.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 25 feet.

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.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and one language of your choice.

Purrsuasion

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

Curious Nature

Being an inquisitive Felis you have proficiency in the Investigation skill.