Homebrew Sentient Fireball Species Details

In the cases where great concentrations of magical items are burnt in an inferno, chances are that the inferno can gain sentience. In these situations, living, thinking, fireballs can leave and go out into the world on their own. Largely, these creatures will be shunned, due to the fact they set everything on fire. Some make do with their existence, working in forges and kitchens where their control over heat is a welcome quality for the workspace. And some particularly dim embers get the idea to strap some metal limbs to a stove and go on adventures.

Sentient Fireball Traits

A ball of fire capable of thought and movement.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and Primordial. Primordial is a guttural language, filled with harsh syllables and hard consonants.

Passive Inferno

When exposed to materials like wood, coal, and oil, they will automatically be set alight, along with any other flammable materials. This can be used to feed the creature, or can burn down structures around it. This can be both an attribute and a detriment. Alternatively, it can be used to heat non-flammable objects.

Age

Fireballs do not have a function idea of age being made of fire. Unless snuffed, extinguished, or starved of fuel, they will not die.

Size

Fireballs can grow in size depending on container and available fuel. At a base level, they are tiny sized.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.