Homebrew Felis. Species Details

Short and Furry.
Felis are often underestimated due to their short stature and cuddly demeanor. Felis come in all shapes and colors. They can grow to be up to 3-feet tall and often vary in their weight due to differing habits. Felis range from fiery gingers to the cool, calculating cerulean blues. The sub species of Felis all have their own quirks, but as a species they are known as intelligent and gifted adventurers.

Overcoming the Underestimated.
Felis are among the shortest races and are often overlooked for their small stature. Their domesticated ancestor, The House Cat, is sometimes what all other races will see when dealing with a Felis. Adventuring Felis have learned to use this to their advantage, often sweet-talking the tall folk into increasing their fee. But this talent isn't just limited to dealings, when fighting foes will very often turn their backs to a Felis, giving the furry creatures an opening to strike.

Clan Honor.
Each breed of Felis has their own Clan of which they are extremely proud. This often leads to scuffles and contests for pride of oneself and of Clan. There has always been a healthy rivalry among the different breeds of Felis. Some rivalries end in brawls and others end with shame and loss of respect. Often, individuals will be challenged to single combat for their honor, and on the rarest of occasions, the honor of the entire clan.

The Sunrock Clans.
When the original Felis Elders formed their various Clans, they decided the race as a whole needed a suitable land they could call home. Each of the Elders sent out at least one adventurer to seek such a home, and the mighty Shorthair named Max was the one to find the Great Sunrocks. These massive stone formations soak up and retain the Sun's heat to a remarkable degree, remaining warm to the touch day or night, even in Winter. Sleeping or meditating on these rocks is a great comfort to all Felis who have the opportunity to partake of it. Since there is only so much living space in Sunrock Village, the right or an invitation to visit, much less live permanently, with the Elders who reside there must be earned. Each clan is overseen by an Elder who resides in Sunrock Village. These Elders have the last say in conflicts between clans and the species in general, but events hardly get that far.

Clan Hierarchy.
The Felis clans are overseen by an Clan Elder who is elected by the clan as a whole. The elder doesn't have to be elderly to achieve this title, but those who take the mantle young as seen as inexperienced. Usually the Clan Elder resides in Sunrock Village to co-ordinate with other clans. Ranked below the elders, in name only, are the Clan Mothers. Clan Mothers are those who manage the Clan's home affairs, organize quests, determine occupations, and just about everything else. While Clan Elders are elected, Clan Mothers will choose a child from the litter and tutor them personally. After the Clan Mother passes, the chosen child will take up the role.

Nine Lives Short Lived.
Felis live up to 135 years of age. It is whispered that they possess nine lives, and by some forgotten curse, they burn through each life every 15 years. This has led many Felis adventurers to set out on a quest to seek an end to their curse and restore the race's full life span. With their cursed nine lives the Felis travel alone with an eagerness to get the most from life which drives them to move through it rarely forming strong attachments to the many non-Felis with which they become acquainted. Felis live their lives with a strong sense of magic. Most Felis are able to sniff the wizard in a room full of grey bearded, point hat wearing men. Other races often construe that Felis innate magic sense to their origins as Wizard's familiars, used in conduits of magical energy to aid in spellcasting.

Curious Explorers.
All Felis share a love of exploring - their curiosity of the world is what drives them onward. They are constantly looking for new technologies, spells, and rare legendary items to further their clan's honor. Felis are a strong dexterous race only stopped by their shortcomings.

Felis Names.
Felis are given their names by their Clan Mother. A clan mother often determines the name by diving the future of a kitten. If the future tells of the child doing great deeds, a heroic name is chosen, if not, a standard house name is chosen.

• Male Names: Al, Bree, Chester, Edgar, Fiddle, Jester, Jack, Luke, Luther, Max, Maru, Mew, Milo, Minka, Mochi, Oliver, Oscar, Rufus, Smokey, Simon.
• Female Names: Alice, Angel, Ash, Charlotte, Claire, Curie, Chloe, Daisy, Eva, Lucy, Millie, Mimi, Misty, Rosie, Ruby, Sasha, Susi, Tasha, Trixie.
• Heroic Names: Azreal, Leo, Felix, Ozfell, Proudfoot, Patches, Theo, Cecil.

Ability Score Increase. Your Charisma score increases by 2.

Ability Score Increase. Your Dexterity score increases by 2. You know the Friends cantrip. At 3rd level, you learn the Speak with Animals spell. At 5th level, you learn the Find Familiar spell.

Age. Felis are considered full adults when they reach the age of 30.

Alignment. The Majority of Felis are neutral and lean towards being adventurers or quest seekers. A Felis will always inspect the interesting and discover out the unknown.

Size. Felis average between 2-3 feet tall and weigh up to 60 pounds. Your size is small.

Speed. Your base walking speed is 25 feet.

Felis. Traits

Your Felis character will share a few common traits and attributes with all other Felis.

Claws.

Due to your claws, you have a climb speed of 15 feet.

You can also use your claws as a weapon.

When you land an attack, you deal 1D6 + Strength modifier as slashing damage as an unarmed attack.

Dark Vision.

Being a Felis, you are able to see in the dim light up to 60-feet as if it were bright light, and darkness beyond that as dim light.

Purrsuasion.

Felis use their short and cute nature to their advantage as much as they can. You have proficiency in the Persuasion skill. 

Curious Nature.

Being an inquisitive Felis, you have proficiency in the Investigation skill. 

Felis Lineage- Arcane Adept.

It is said that these Felis are connected to the Astral Sea. Increase your Wisdom score by 2.