Homebrew Arachne Species Details

Arachne are half-humanoid spider hybrids, with their lower body resembling that of a large eight-legged spider, belonging to their arachne parent, and the upper body resembling their non-Arachne parent, whether they be human, elf, dwarf, orc, or another. Arachne stand on at roughly 7 feet tall on average. Their spider’s half retains the attributes of the species of spider they belong to. Commonly found arachne sub-species includes wolf spiders, jumping spiders, and widow spiders. Arachne are much more likely to be female at birth, giving the impression that all arachne are female when in reality male arachne are simply much rarer.

Most arachne are solitary by nature and prefer living on their own, whether on the fringes of the city or the depths of the wilderness. Most arachne are seen with fear and disgust and have become accustomed to hostile met by strangers and travellers, developing a darker, more cynical world view. On the rare occasion, an arachne will be met with hospitality and will live with other races in small villages serving as wilderness guides, weavers, builders, and alchemists.

Arachne Traits

You have the upper torso of a humanoid, but the lower torso of a spider. You gain the following traits.

Ability Score Increase

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

Age

Arachne, much like spiders, mature quickly, becoming adults at the age of 2 or 3. They have lifespans comparable to humans.

Alignment

Arachne are servants of Lolth, the evil drow goddess. Most tend towards being evil, though some have been cursed in this form by Lolth and seek justice, those with this affliction tend to towards being chaotic, though are usually good.

Size

Arachne can be up to 7-8 feet tall. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Arachnid

Your creature type is considered to be both humanoid and monstrosity. In addition, due to your lower body, you cannot make use of mounts.

Darkvision

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 gray.

Spider Walk

You have a climb speed equal to your walking speed. You can climb difficult surfaces, including upside down on ceilings, without needing to make an ability check. Additionally, you ignore movement restrictions caused by webbing.

Webbing

You can cast the Web spell without verbal or material components. Wisdom is your spellcasting ability for this spell. Once you do so, you can't cast it again until you finish a short rest.

Languages

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