Homebrew Panserbjørne Species Details

The panserbjørn, also known as the armoured bear or ice bear, is a species of giant anthropomorphic polar bear. Panserbjørne are sentient and capable of speaking human languages. They are exceptionally difficult to deceive.The panserbjørn are similar to the polar bear in appearance. However, the panserbjørn have opposable thumbs and are very dexterous, capable of skilled metalworking. Their paws are covered in horny skin an inch or more thick, each claw is as long as a child's hand, and as sharp as a knife. They have notably small, black eyes. Panserbjørne fashion their own armor. As they matured, they forge the pieces one by one. By the time they are adults, they have a complete suit. Panserbjørne consider their armour to be their soul. It is said that their work is as great as Dwarfs. Panserbjørne are generally solitary creatures, but they have a loose society. They are governed by a king who is usually determined by bloodline, but could be elected by combat.

Panserbjørne Traits

Goliaths share a number of traits in common with each other.

Ability Score Increase

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

Age

Panserbjørne mature and age at about the same rate as humans.

Alignment

Panserbjørne believe in a strict code of honor, and thus tend toward law. They are loyal to the death and make implacable enemies, even as their brutal culture and disdain for weakness push them toward evil

Size

Panserbjørne are between 7 and 8 feet tall and weigh between 440 and 600 pounds. Your size is Large

Speed

Your base walking speed is 35 feet.

Winter Hide

You have resistance to cold damage. You’re also acclimated to high altitude, including elevations above 20,000 feet.

Panserbjørne Instincts

You have proficiency in the following skills: Athletics, Perception and Insight.

Natural Armor

You have a tough hide. When you aren't wearing armor, your AC is 13 + your Dexterity modifier. You can not use shields or armor that wasn't made by you.

Languages

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