Homebrew Fairy Species Details
"Up the airy mountain,
Down the rushy glen,
We daren't go a-hunting
For fear of little men;
Wee folk, good folk,
Trooping all together,
Green jacket, red cap,
And white owl's feather!"
Fairies are a tiny race of creatures that make their homes in the wilds of the world. Fairies are known for their wisdom and their skill at healing magics. Though physically weak, they are quite quick and agile. Their small size makes them relatively slow on the ground, but they can fly fairly quickly by means of delicate, insect-like wings.
Though most fairies live in the woods or near lakes, some fairies have been captured and enslaved by other races. They're either kept as personal healers, or as a source of pixie dust.
Fairy Traits
Your fairy character has a variety of natural abilities.Ability Score Increase
Your Strength is reduced by 2, but your Dexterity, Wisdom, and Charisma are increased by 1.
Age
Fairies reach physical maturity at about the same age as humans. Fairies reach "adulthood" when they can acquire and defend a pond of their own. Fairies are effectively immortal, so long as no physical harm befalls them.
Alignment
Fairies love and protect nature. Though they have an affinity for water, they care for all plants and creatures of the wilderness. They're generally neutral in outlook.
Size
Fairies are only a few inches tall. Your size is Tiny.
Speed
Your base walking speed is 15 feet. While unencumbered, you gain a fly speed of 30 feet. You are able to hover, so long as your wings are free.
Fey Ancestry
You have advantage on saving throws against being charmed, and magic can’t put you to sleep.
Pixie Dust
Pixie dust is a natural byproduct of fairies. It is highly sought after as a spell component for various spells and rituals. What's more, some evil races have refined it into a drug, and hunt fairies to harvest their dust. For the fairies, it allows for several cantrip-like effects. You can activate any one of these per turn.
Resize: You can resize any piece of gear or equipment, including magic items and weapons, to be suitable for a tiny creature. The gear remains tiny so long as you are carrying it. This allows you to carry gear and items as if you were a medium creature.
Light: You can choose to emit bright light in a 20-foot radius and dim light for an additional 20 feet. You can also cast light as a cantrip regardless of your class.
Healer's Blessing: A target creature regains 1 hp and you gain advantage on your next medicine roll on that creature. Fairy dust is highly addictive. This ability may not be used more than once an hour on the same target without adverse effects.
Languages
You can speak, read, and write Common and Sylvan.
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