Homebrew Ettin Goliath Species Details

Descended of Ettins, being formed from their flesh. Ettin-Goliaths gain many of their parent giants traits, the two heads being first and foremost. Favoring the dark like their ancestors, they share the same temperament. They typically are more intelligent though, one head being much smarter, usually being able to cast magic.  

Ettin Goliath Traits

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

Two Heads.

The ettin has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks and on saving throws against being blinded, charmed, deafened, frightened, stunned, and knocked unconscious.

Wakeful

When one head sleep the other is alert

Darkvision

Darkvision up to 60ft. everything shows in shades of gray, unable to identify color

Ability Score Increase

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

Age

Goliaths have lifespans comparable to humans. They enter adulthood in their late teens and usually live less than a century.

Alignment

Goliath society, with its clear roles and tasks, has a strong lawful bent. The goliath sense of fairness, balanced with an emphasis on self- sufficiency and personal accountability, pushes them toward neutrality.

Size

Goliaths are between 7 and 8 feet tall and weigh between 280 and 340 pounds. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Natural Athlete

You have proficiency in the Athletics skill.

Powerful Build

You count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push, drag, or lift.

Mountain Born

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

Languages

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

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