Homebrew Cursed Dragon Species Details
I never expected this to happen. Following the group of adventurers who had assured me there would be a good fight to be had and treasure I could have for my own once the wizard was dead was the only reason the convinced me to come. They didn't say the wizard was a follower of Tiamat, nor that he could appeal to her and curse me. They've stripped me of my body and forced me into one similar to the humans I fought beside. How do I turn back?
~ From the memoirs of Fryrrud
It's extremely rare to come across a dragon in human form. One doesn't usually know that they have unless they change to their original shape in front of you. But a cursed dragon is even rarer though they are easier to spot. Many might rage at being forced into the weaker form of a humanoid, while others might see it as an opportunity to learn more about the shorter lived races. Whatever your case might be, surely there has to be a way to reverse. Right?
Remnants of a Past Life
Though you are now human, your new body can't completely contain the power of the creature you once were. Features such as small horns peaking through hair the color of your dragon, patches of skin that are actually scales and eyes that are more dragon than human are often seen on these cursed creatures in various fashions depending on the dragon.
Cursed Dragon Names
Cursed dragons often keep the name they had as a dragon, only changing it if they are trying to blend in. Some may take a modified version if it suits them better as they try to find a way to return to their dragon bodies.
Cursed Dragon Traits
Though you now have many features of humans, your draconic nature is still present.Magic by Nature
Choose from Message, Prestidigitation, or Thaumaturgy as a cantrip.
Ability Score Increases
Strength, Constitution, and Dexterity each increase by 1. Your Intelligence or Charisma increase by +2.
Age
Cursed dragons remember all that has happened throughout their long lives. Most are adults when the curse is laid upon them and they take the form of a human at around that same stage of life. They stop aging at around 50 years old and can live indefinitely.
Alignment
Most cursed dragons tend to follow the alignment of their, with most Chromatic leaning towards evil and most Metallic towards good. This is not to say that each dragon is not different and will follow where their experiences in life have led them.
Size
You are transformed into either a human, dwarf, or halfling and take the appropriate sizing.
Speed
Your base walking speed is either 30 or 25 feet, depending on your size.
Darkvision
As a dragon, you have superior dark vision. You can see in dim light within 120 feet as if it were bright light and in darkness as if it were dim light. You cannot discern colors, only shades of gray.
Draconic Ancestry
You have draconic ancestry. Choose one type of dragon from the Draconic Ancestry table. Your breath weapon and damage resistance are determined by the dragon type, as shown in the table.
Draconic Ancestry
| DRAGON | DAMAGE TYPE | BREATH WEAPON |
|---|---|---|
| Black | Acid | 5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save) |
| Blue | Lightning | 5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save) |
| Brass | Fire | 5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save) |
| Bronze | Lightning | 5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save) |
| Copper | Acid | 5 by 30 ft. line (Dex. save) |
| Gold | Fire | 15 ft. cone (Dex. save) |
| Green | Poison | 15 ft. cone (Con. save) |
| Red | Fire | 15 ft. cone (Dex. save) |
| Silver | Cold | 15 ft. cone (Con. save) |
| White | Cold | 15 ft. cone (Con. save) |
Breath Weapon
You can use your action to exhale destructive energy. Your draconic ancestry determines the size, shape, and damage type of the exhalation. When you use your breath weapon, each creature in the area of the exhalation must make a saving throw, the type of which is determined by your draconic ancestry. The DC for this saving throw equals 8 + your Constitution modifier + your proficiency bonus. A creature takes 2d6 damage on a failed save, and half as much damage on a successful one. The damage increases to 3d6 at 6th level, 4d6 at 16th level and gain a second use at 11th level. After you use your breath weapon, you can’t use it again until you complete a short or long rest.
Damage Resistance
You have resistance to the damage type associated with your draconic ancestry.
Languages
You can speak, read, and write Common and Draconic. Draconic is thought to be one of the oldest languages and is often used in the study of magic. The language sounds harsh to most other creatures and includes numerous hard consonants and sibilants.
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