Homebrew Zabrak Species Details

"Fear. Anger. Resentment. I sense them in you. You have let yourself feel, Eeth Koth. […]"
"Perhaps it's the Zabrak in me."

―Darth Vader and the Zabrak Former Jedi Master Eeth Koth

Zabrak resemble humans in skin tone and physique, but they are easily distinguished by their vestigial horns. They are renowned for both their inherent con­fidence and their martial prowess.

Biology and Appearance

Zabrak physiology is similar to human, with several notable differences, including the pres­ence of a second heart and a heightened resistance to physical pain. Zabrak vestigial horns emerge at pu­berty; they are a sign that an individual is reaching maturation and nearing the age of the traditional rite of passage. Zabrak skin colors range from near-ivory through browns to near-black, in a broad range of tones. Some have hair, but many are completely bald. Eye colors include the common human range, but can also include yellow, red, and orange.

Society and Culture

Upon completing the rite of passage, Zabrak adopt a pattern of facial tattoos. These are generally made up of a pattern of thin lines and elegant de­signs. They are often based on family tradition, but can also incorporate personal designs or representa­tions associated with significant events.

Zabrak are renowned for their self-assurance and independent natures. The harsh conditions of their homeworld, Iridonia, led to a particularly competi­tive and warlike nature in its inhabitants. The combination of determination and military prowess has made Zabrak culture extremely resistant to Imperial domination. In concert with their militaristic tendencies, Zabrak have established a reputation as exceptional weaponsmiths. They craft both traditional melee weapons and reliable blasters. While none of these armaments are mass-produced, they can still be found through­out the galaxy (sometimes when Zabrak surreptitious­ly arm other oppressed species).

Zabrak Names

Zabrak would commonly take their names from animals native to Iridonia, with many Zabrak families named after the Bukk. Many Zabrak males were named after the Blok, Lok, and Zur. Many Zabrak females were known to take their names from the Triz.

Example Names: Aagh Odok, Eeth Koth, Kooth Aan, Bao Dur.

 

Zabrak Traits

Your zabrak character has the following racial traits.

Ability Score Increase

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

Age

Zabrak mature at the same rate humans do and reach adulthood around the age of 20, they live less than a century.

Alignment

Most Zabrak are lawful, believing firmly in the benefits of a well-ordered society. They tend toward good as well, with a strong sense of fair play and a belief that everyone deserves to share in the benefits of a just order.

Size

Zabrak are about the same size as humans, ranging from 5 to 6 feet tall. Your size is Medium.

To set your height and weight randomly, start with rolling a size modifier:

Size modifier = 2d8

Height = 4 feet + 8 inches + your size modifier in inches

Weight in pounds = 110 + (2d4 × your size modifier)

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Fearsome Countenance

You can use your understanding of creative diplomacy or intimidation to guide a conversation in your favor. When you make a Charisma (Intimidation or Persuasion) check, you can do so with advantage. Once you use this trait, you can’t do so again until you finish a short or long rest.

Martial Training

You are proficient with two martial weapons of your choice and with light armor.

Survival Instinct

You gain proficiency in the Survival skill. Zabrak have finely honed survival instincts.

Relentless Endurance

With a presence of a second heart and heightened resistance to pain, you are can keep on fighting longer. When you are reduced to 0 hit points but not killed outright, you can drop to 1 hit point instead. You can’t use this feature again until you finish a long rest.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Galactic Basic and Zabraki. The native language of Zabrak from Iridonia is Zabraki. However, because of their long as­sociation with broader galactic civilization, almost all Zabrak also speak Basic.