Homebrew Beastfolk. Species Details
"They were humans who were cursed."
"I heard they are actually animals that have taken humanoid shape through some kind of magic."
Their past is etched in mystery, even to themselves. Rumors abound about their nature, but regardless of their past, the Beastfolk are determined to find their place in the world. They have recently started traveling far and wide, creating quite a shock when they first arrive in a location.
As Vast as the Animal Kingdom
Beastfolk vary as much as the animals they share their features with. Some species barely reach 3 feet in height while some tower over others at 7 feet tall and can weigh from 80 to 400 pounds depending on their subrace. Beastfolk closely resemble Humans with skin shade ranging from nearly black to very pale, and hair colors from black to blond (curly, kinky, or straight); males might sport facial hair that is sparse or thick. The revealing feature of the Beastfolk is their identifying tail and animal ears. Some may even sport more pronounced canines or incisors. Beastfolk reach adulthood in their early teens and the oldest might reach their early 70's.
Life of Adventure
Beastfolk are natural explorers and adventurers. Many have set off to travel the globe with many different purposes. Having no place to call a homeland they can easily make any place they find home. Their natural abilities make them suitable adventurers and explorers and they are often hired on to missions exploring the depths of the wilds or searching for lost ruins. Beastfolk are just as much at home in urban areas as they are in the wilderness and can be found in cities throughout the world.
Beastfolk Names
As they have no language of their own, Beastfolk borrow naming conventions from the people and places around them. Beastfolk can be found with names familiar to all races and areas of the world.
Beastfolk. Traits
Beastfolk vary as widely as the animals they resemble. But, all Beastfolk share some traits.Ability Score Increase
Your Dexterity score increases by 2.
Age
Beastfolk typically live shorter lives than other races. Beastfolk reach adulthood in their early teens with some individuals reaching their 70's.
Alignment
Beastfolk tend to follow their animal instincts and urges for good and for bad. Many can fight off these instincts and individuals can be found of any alignment.
Size
Beastfolk can vary widely in size depending on their ancestry and the type of Beastfolk they are. The smaller Rabbitfolk can be 3 to 4 feet tall while the large Bearfolk can reach 7 feet in height.
Speed
Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
Darkvision
Your animal heritage allows you a greater sense of vision in dark and dim lighting. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can’t discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.
Animal Heritage
You can cast speak with animals once with this trait, requiring no material components, and you regain the ability to cast it this way when you finish a short rest. Wisdom is your spellcasting ability for this spell.
Keen Sense
You have proficiency in the Perception skill.
Languages
Beastfolk have no language of their own, but they are quick to pick up other languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and one extra language of your choice.
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