Homebrew Bandar Species Details

Varied Appearance

The Bandar are humanoid, but very tall and thin, with large eyes, and a layer of downy fur that can vary in hues of brown, grey, red, and black and white. Their bodies are angular, with long limbs, and an extra joint in their fingers. Their eyes vary in color though most are some variation of yellow or red. Some Bandar variants rarely exceed 3 feet in height, while others can be upwards of 7 feet tall. While capable of walking on two legs, the Bandar can maneuver on all fours, as their feet are semi-digitigrade.

Community

Bandar primarily live in small communities, though it is not uncommon for some Bandar to strike out on their own, explore, and then return. The groups live high above the ground, among the trees. Small Bandar communities are simple, establishing an area of forest as their own and congregating in the treetops, while larger groups construct series of tree houses and bridges to act as a compound. There is little overlap between the various groups, though solitary Bandar sometimes phase in and out of groups during their travel. Communities are tight knit but not particularly organized, recognizing no one leader. Most Bandar are peaceful, though somewhat chaotic, there are sects of Bandar with more violent and territorial tendencies.

Natural Acrobats

With their impressive physiology, the Bandar are contortionists by nature, capable of twisting and folding their bodies however they choose.

Mischievous Nature

It's up for debate if their mischievous pursuits are inherently malicious or if the Bandar simply think it's good fun, but they enjoy spooking travelers. This often takes the form of contorting their bodies into unsettling figures and lying in wait, or keeping only the gleam of their eyes visible. Bandar will occasionally stalk travelers, often there is no intent to harm, only to unsettle. In some areas, the Bandar have taken to rigging elaborate traps, mimicking sounds, and intentionally rustling overhead branches. Some of the more...dangerous behaviors have sparked rumors of ghost stories.

Bandar Personality

You can use the Bandar Quirks table to determine a personality quirk for a Bandar character or to inspire a unique mannerism.

Bandar Quirks

d8	Quirk
1	You are relentlessly curious and won't stop pushing until you get an answer to your question.
2	You enjoy people watching.
3	Money is meaningless to you.
4	You enjoy getting a rise out of people, and will intentionally provoke reactions from them.
5	You like being up high, and will climb whatever's around you, including other people.
6	You are very tactile, and have no sense of personal space.
7	You have a one track mind, and are not very good at multi-tasking.
8	You're fearless, scared of no creature.

Bandar Names

Bandar naming conventions are rather varied and often change. They may change their names multiple times over their lives, taking them from people they meet, things they find, or simply putting together any series of sounds they find pleasing at the time. Names are often shared and traded amongst Bandar groups, and it is not uncommon for young Bandar to change their name constantly, though the fluidity of naming tends to solidify the older they get.

Bandar Traits

Your Bandar character has the following racial traits.

Ability Score Increase

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

Age

Bandar reach maturity around age 3 and rarely live longer than 30 years.

Alignment

Most Bandar lean toward Chaotic. They are free spirits who enjoy their lives, and take great pleasure in exploring and having fun.

Size

Bandar typically fall between 5-7 feet. They are humanoid, but incredibly thin and angular, with long limbs and large eyes. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet, and you have a climbing speed of 40 feet.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and one language of your choice.

Nimble Body

Due to your quick reflexes and flexibility, you can contort your body out of harm's way, lessening the damage you receive. When an opponent hits you with a ranged or melee weapon attack that you can see, you can choose to move your body in such a way that the blow is softened. Roll a d6 and reduce the damage you take by that amount. This skill does not work on spell attacks or magic damage. You can do this a number of times equal to your Dexterity Modifier (minimum of 1) per day.

Tree Dweller

Living among nature and living primarily above ground, you have a natural proficiency in Acrobatics.

Unsettling Form

Due to your unsettling appearance, you have Intimidation proficiency.