Homebrew Akephaloi Species Details

Tribe and Kin

Akephaloi tribal connections are strong. Almost unbreakable. They understand that they are alone in the world and any allies they make are family. Inversely, to cross an Akephaloi's trust is to condemn one's self to death. An Akephaloi is expected to know his craft well to serve the tribe to his greatest ability. This goal can be consuming, and in may cases it is the driving force for the existence of the individual. Hearth and home is what matters most.

The Unseen Warriors

The Akephaloi are fearsome in combat. Known to favour guerilla tactics to strike fear into the hearts of trespassers and supposed invaders on their territory. Towering over their opponents and swinging with passion and strength, not much is left of the unwary. A strong warrior caste system in some tribes breed young men for war. Training from a young age, many rites of ascension and acts of collective bravery define Akephaloi warrior tradition.

The Unseen Community

Meticulous study of their craft or profession is an important past-time for Akephaloi. It is their function. It is what they were born to do. To apply a craft for the benefit of their family and their tribe is a passion. It has been noted that said crafts are simplistic, very Iron Age practices that require time and labour of love. In spite of poor metallurgic knowledge, The crude bronze and copper equipment and weaponry they possess are finely shaped with intricate carving and ornamenting. Many of these symbols are beleived to be runic blessings to ensure the longevity of the tool or anything thats made. The ceremonies are short and specific, but almost everything an Akephaloi creates is blessed.

The Unseen Shamans

The Monopolytheistic Akephaloi rever their god Ugharm in all things. In the form of crude magical runes, frequent prayer and the blessing of other individuals with his name. Ugharm (oog-arm), is the creator of the Akephaloi, beleived to be rejected from desert human pantheon. In effect he created his own people in his image, with intention to nurter them. He loves his subjects, encouraging incredible lengths of individual achievement in all things. These things are not to be done at he expense of othersor with intent to defy his name. It is because of Ugharm, that the Akephaloi strive to work hard in all walk of life. Upon death the Akephaloi belive their souls are taken to Ugharm himself to have their sould blessed before being returned as a member of their mortal bloodline. If the achievements of the tribesman were outstanding, like a powerful chieftan or a legendary warrior, the soul is allowed a place in the Gardens of Ghran. This is a place free of mortabl labour and eternal celebration with their diety.

The Akephaloi rever Ugham in all things. Even the most menial of tasks.

Akephaloi Traits

Your Akephaloi character has toiled endlessly to achieve thier qualities.

Ability Score Increase

Your Constitution score increases by 1.

Age

Akephaloi reach physical maturity abou the same time as humans, but may live to an age under that of humans due to constant personal strain.

Alignment

Akephaloi rarely strive away from their well oiled home machinations. They tend towards Lawful dispositions, depending on the tibe which may lash out at others for resources. Its not uncommon for peaceful or even caring Akephaloi tribes to exist. You don't find Chaotic Akephaloi

Size

Akephaloi tend to be taller than Humans, ranging from 6 to 7ft in height usually, however do go over.

Height = Base Height ( 6ft ) + 2d12
Weight = Base Weight ( 180lbs ) x 2d6 lbs

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

The Unseen Strength

Your size counts as Large due to your immaculate physique. Long days of training or hard work have paid off as you pecorals gleam in the desert sun.

The Unseen Expertise

Your dedication to a cause has paid off, choose 1 skill to gain proficiency in. Or you may choose to gain proficiency in any weapon, kit, instrument or land vehicle.

Languages

You can speak, read and write Common and Akephaloi. Akephaloi is characterised by finite detailing or a verb or noun with as many adjectives or adverbs as they can. This may translate into common as... "The grey, hairy old goat." Or "The long, curly, loud river." Though there is no written lnguge for Akephaloi, you can understand the various runes they have and their meanings.