Homebrew Argonian Species Details

Scale and Claw

Argonians have gills on their necks and are covered in scales. This gives Argonians the ability to breath underwater, which has proven to be an advantage in combat with other races, especially in the swamps of Black Marsh.

The Hist

Argonians entire culture revolves around the Hist, ancient trees that some consider to be the oldest intelligent species in all of Nirn. Argonian hatchlings drink the sap of the Hist which is to be believed to grant them their souls. They are connected to the Hist and can even form a hive mind with the Hist guiding them during times of peril such as The Oblivion Crisis. Argonians bestial features make them the target of oppression and have been enslaved by many races throughout history, but the borders of Black Marsh are almost impossible for other races to enter due to the vicious flora, fauna and disease.

Argonian Traits

Ability Score Increase: Dexterity score increases by 2 and Constitution by 1. Age: Due to their natural resilience and their souls being bound to the Hist, they live about 200 years. Size: Argonians can be anywhere from 5 to 6 feet tall. Shadow Scales: You are proficient in Stealth. Amphibious: You have underwater breathing and can see underwater as if seeing through air. Disease Resistance: you have advantage on rolls against disease. Histskin: As a bonus action, you can spend a number of Hit Dice to half your level plus your proficiency bonus, and regain that much missing health. You must take a long rest to regain this effect.