Homebrew Cricetinae Species Details

Preferring to depart from the bustling development of the medieval societies, the Cricetinae seek isolation in the forests where they were conceived. Long ago the Cricetinae were like any small domestic rodent, however after repeated exposure to magical testing and development, they were transformed into larger, more intelligent forms of what they once were. These rodents have since developed a unified nomadic tribal entity which practices forms of shamanism and animism in the wilderness, secretly praying to the deity Silvanus the forest father, referring to them as Sachamama, and to Lathander bringer of the dawn, referring to them as Lapunchau. At this point in time, the Cricetinae civilization have developed into the bronze age, albeit this has been aided through the discovery(or theft) of tools over time. In recent years there have been efforts by missionaries of Lathander to integrate them into the greater society through education in religion and common speak, however this has lead to tense factionalism in the tribe, with many preferring to stick to their nomadic, traditional life and others seeking greater contact with the outside world. Few Cricetinae have left the tribe to carve out their destiny for themselves. This is seen as very taboo and is not tolerated by the tribe as a whole.

Cricetinae Traits

Your cricetinaen character will have a variety of strengths afforded to them through their dynamic metamorphasis.

Ability Score Increase

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

Age

Cricetinae mature considerably fast, reaching adulthood at about 13 years old. It is unknown how old they can live to, as we have yet to see one die of old age.

Alignment

Most Cricetinae are neutral, preferring to live according to their tradition as isolated nomads. Cricetinae usually engage in professions such as hunting, gathering, and shamanism.

Size

Cricetinae stand between 7 and 9 feet tall and average about 3000 pounds. Your size is Large.

Speed

The Cricetinae base walking speed is 20 and their burrowing speed is 10ft. Crecetinae cannot fly or swim. 

Darkvision

As a product of your magical development, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. 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.

Primal Physiology

You gain proficiency in the acrobatics skill.

High Body temperature

Due to your fur and high body temperature, you have a natural resistance to the forces of cold as well as poisons and diseases.

Languages

You can speak native Cricetinaen and common. Unless taught, you cannot write or read.