Homebrew Arcanatron Species Details

Forged in a foreign world without magic, the arcanatrons are the youngest race in Nuvanea, 100 years ago, during an explosion of apocalyptic proportion, the veils that separated the multiverse from other worlds simultaneously tore open. Within seconds the world was able to right itself and the rifts stitched themselves back together, but the damage had already been done. Entire cities had fused with mountains that hadn't been there moments before. Oceans became infertile wastelands. Jungles sprang from what had once been arid desert. And the arcanatrons, shunted violently from their home world, found themselves in an alien land with no explanation, no direction, and no masters. What was more, they slowly began to realize that the new sensations they were collectively experiencing were, in fact, free thoughts and feelings. And so, like children, they stumbled into Nuvanea and began to explore their new world through eyes full of wonder.

Unwelcome Newcomers

Though arcanatrons have striven to integrate peacefully with the other races, even going so far as to claim an unwanted region of inhospitable land as their new home, they are still met with discrimination and sometimes outright hatred. To many denizens of Nuvanea, arcanatrons are a bitter reminder of the cataclysmic event that ripped the fabric of the world asunder a century ago. In the earliest years after the Convergence there were a few attempts to enslave the arcanatrons while they were still in a vulnerable state. Some complied, choosing servitude over the sudden and daunting anxiety of autonomy. But since their Awakening, most arcanatrons recognize no master save for themselves.

External Aesthetics

Arcanatrons are bi-pedal and humanoid in shape and stature. Composite plate of sturdy metal make up their forms, hiding a complex system of internal wiring and tubes. In an ongoing quest for self-identity, each arcanatron strives to make sure its external appearance in unique. Some choose to take on the smooth, ethereal features of the Elves, while others prefer harsh, geometric edges. On rare occasion an arcanatron will outfit itself with animalistic features, such as a black metal raven's head or brass scales meant to mirror those of a dragon's. These are few and far between, however, and the practice is seen as a little eccentric even within the arcanatron community. At the core of each arcanatron rests a crystallized hunk of pure mana which acts as their life force. This mystical battery is a self-sustained form of consistent energy and never needs recharging. It can, however, become damaged or corrupted, rendering an arcanatron inert or - for all intents and purpose - lifeless.

Arcanatron Names

As a race, arcanatrons have not quite mastered the art of naming. In their language a name is usually comprised of a series of 1's and 0's, making I's and O's popular choices within their naming conventions. Because so many of these names look and sound alike, an arcanatron might choose a surname to attempt to add further distinction. These surnames often reflect how the arcanatron sees itself as an individual, describes something they like, or something they strive to be. These names are always spoken in Common in an effort to convey who they are to other races, but usually just leads to more confusion and, subsequently, a nickname.

Example Names: Ios, Oi, Clio, Lio, Ois, Diodri, Eion, Nio, Niino, Miono, Soito, Uio, Viovi
Example Surnames: Pale Blue Dot (Dotty), Remembers When (Remy), Wanders Through World (Wanda), Stays At Home (Homer), Woven Under A Waxing Moon (Waximus), Black Fox (Fox), Beautiful Badger Going Over The Hill (Badger)

Arcanatron Traits

 

Your Arcanatron has certain characteristics in common with all other Arcanatrons.

Ability Score Increase

Your Constitution score increases by 1. Your Intelligence score increases by 1.

Age

Theoretically, an Arcanatron can live indefinitely, for as long as its mana core holds out. It is possible, however, for the creators of the specific Arcanatron to manually set a lifespan of their choice, for whatever reason, however this is not the norm.

Alignment

Arcanatrons were built in a world without magic and originally had no innate sense of good or evil. They were robotic slaves to their masters, programmed to carry out specific tasks without question. During the Convergence, the exposure to both the raw magical energies of creation and destruction infused the arcanatron with sentience, free will and, perhaps, with souls. They are inclined toward neutrality, but circumstance and age all play a role in individual alignment.

Size

Though very few arcanatrons look alike, they tend to favor modifying themselves to mimic humanoid features. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed in 30 feet.

Darkvision

You have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. 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 grey.

Living Construct

Even though you were constructed, you are humanoid. You do not need to breathe, eat or drink, but you can ingest food or drink if you wish. You still benefit from the effects of consumable spells and magic items such as Heroes' Feast and potions.

Arcanatron Resilience

You have advantage on saving throws against poison, and you have resistance to poison damage.

Unsleeping Sentinel

Arcanatrons don't need to sleep. Instead, they settle into a resting state, remaining semiconscious for 4 hours each day. While in this rest state, you are fully aware of your surroundings. After resting in this way, you gain the same benefit that a human does from 8 hours of sleep.

Self-Stabilizing

Upon reaching 0 hit points, your mana core enters an emergency self-preservation mode and you slip into an inert state. You can be spooled up again only through healing magic or by being repaired. You have advantage on death saving throws.

Languages

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

Models

Several submodels of Arcanatrons are found among the worlds of D&D. Choose one of these models.

Elder Arcanatron

 

You were not forged in the Weave within Nuvanea like this spoiled, new generation of Arcanatron. You came through the rift during the Convergence and are considered an elder among your people. And although your memory banks became scrambled when you hurtled through the creational fibers of countless worlds, you have flashbacks from time to time. You recall a plague-ridden master race trying to survive within a magicless, war-torn world, and weapons that could scorch an entire realm from foundation to firmament.

Ability Score Increase

Your Intelligence score increases by 1.

Thirst For Understanding

You gain proficiency in one skill of your choice.

Hard Disk Memory

You gain advantage on Intelligence (History) checks.

 

Fleetforged Arcanatron

 

You are fitted with lightweight but durable plating, built for speed and for maneuvering.

Ability Score Increase

Your Dexterity score increases by 1.

Aerodynamic Design

You gain proficiency in Acrobatics.

Tireless Step

Your base movement speed is 35 feet.

 

Manaforged Arcanatron

 

While in the Weave, your progenitor hard-coded within you an innate aptitude toward the mystic arts, as can be seen from the glowing script that adorns your plating.

Ability Score Increase

Your Charisma score increases by 1.

Elegant Design

The runes inscribed on your body imbue you with enhanced arcane knowledge. Choose two cantrips from the Wizard spell list. Use your Charisma score modifier to cast these spells.

 

Mithrilforged Arcanatron

 

The wire sinews that bind your insides together are coated in a paper-thin but effective coating of mithril, as is your dense exterior plating.

Ability Score Increase

Your Strength score increases by 2.

Natural Armor

When unarmored, your AC is 12+ your Constitution Modifier. This does not stack with Unarmored Defense.

 

Ondaforged Arcanatron

 

Even before you emerged fully-formed from the Weave, you have felt the pull to answer the ever-present call to Onda, the unseen cable that binds and flows through all living things.

Ability Score Increase

Your Wisdom score increases by 1.

Repair Mode

You know the Mending cantrip and can use it to repair minor dents and surface damage to your body plating. You may use this ability on yourself or another arcanatron to heal 1d4 of damage. You regain the use of this ability after completing a long rest.

Chosen Of Onda

You learn the Guidance cantrip.

Arcanatron Traits

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Ability Score Increase Your Constitution score increases by 1. Your Intelligence score increases by 1.

Ability Score Increase

Your Constitution score increases by 1. Your Intelligence score increases by 1.