Homebrew Argonian Species Details

Argonians (Saxhleel, or People of the Root in their native language of Jel) are a race of reptilian people native to the large marshy province known as Black Marsh, a region of Tamril, on the world of Nirn. they can be found in smaller numbers throughout all the other worlds. and the Inner Plains, and Outer Plains as well.

Argonians are a hardy race with scaled skin, sharp claws, and horns in many different varieties. Their scales can appear in a variety of hues, including (but not limited to) green, brown, black, red, blue, and white. They are known for their resilience, which is embodied by their resistance to disease. In addition to this resistance, they possess the ability to breathe underwater and a penchant for stealth. Large bodies of water are no obstacle, which has proven to be an advantage in combat with other races, especially in the swamps of Black Marsh.

They sometimes face prejudice on the world of Nirn, as they look vastly different from the other humanoid races of Nirn. The other races there often referred to them as "Lizards" or as "Lizard Folk" instead, especially when meaning to be derogatory as an insult towards Argonians. They are known as the foremost experts in guerrilla warfare throughout Nirn, a reputation brought upon them by defending their borders of Black Marsh from enemies for countless centuries.

According to the First Era Scholar Brendan the Persistent, "The Argonian people have, throughout Tamrielic history, been perhaps the most misunderstood, vilified, and reviled of all the sentient races. Yet, those who have taken the time to experience Argonian culture have gained a greater appreciation for this noble and beautiful people."

Argonians entire culture revolves around the Hist, ancient trees that some consider to be the oldest intelligent species in all of Nirn. Argonian hatch-lings drink the sap of the Hist which is believed to grant them their souls. They are connected to the Hist and can even form a hive mind with the Hist guiding them during times of peril such as the Oblivion Crisis. Argonians beastial features often make them the target of oppression and have been enslaved by many races throughout history. But the borders of Black Marsh are almost impossible for other races to enter due to the vicious flora, fauna, and disease. Due to their natural resilience and their souls being bound to the Hist, Argonians can live about 200 years.

Argonian Traits

Your Argonian has an assortment of natural traits

Ability Score Increase

Your Dexterity score is increased by 2 and your Constitution score is increased by 1

Shadow Scales

You are proficient in Stealth.

Amphibious

All Argonians can breathe underwater, have swim speed equal to their walk speed, and can see under water as if they were seeing through air.

Disease Resistance

You have advantage on Saving Throws against diseases.

Histskin

As a bonus action on your turn, you can spend a number of Hit Dice equal to your level plus your proficiency bonus, and regain that much missing health. You must take a long rest to use this feature again.