Homebrew Vestrale Species Details

A people of Peace and Love, this is who the Vestrales are. They live as equals in a small community that protects a crossing to the Feywild plane. Born from Vestra*, -The Archfey  Sovereign of the Blooming Court- the Vestrales grew up close to the Feys of the Court and their magic. The impact of the Blooming Court on their physique is obvious, nature is a part of their being. 
Vestrales are a very creative people, well versed in all kinds of arts. A lot of renowned bards, storytellers and painters are Vestrales and travel the world to tell the Tales of their hometown and of the Fey entities they worship and protect.

Archfey Heritage

The fey heritage of the Vestrales has left a clear imprint on their appearance. They generally are beautful and enticing. Their scent is strong, they smell sweet, like flowers or honey. Vestrales' anatomy is much like the one of a flower. A Vestrale's hair is generally like a bush, it can be cut and grown back easily. They have skin with a similar texture to leaves. The color variations are as diverse as the plants of the world they live in. They go from brownish tones to very light green, bluish tones or fushia. Their eyes are often yellow or orange. Sometimes they are green or white. All hairs and lashes on Vestrales' bodies are replaced with flower petals. Their ears are as long and pointy as the Elves'.
Like all plants, Vestrales' bodies have markings. These markings grow with time and have very elegant shapes, following the curves of one's body. Their veins are more or less visible on their skin.

A Vestrale’s appearance may vary depending on the season. Like plants, some of them keep the same appearances all year long, others lose their bright colors in Winter before going back to it when Spring comes. And some of them live in a place that doesn't allow them to change. If there isn't much sun or water, they can be stuck with a rotting look. 

 

A Peaceful life

Vestrales live in peace and harmony within their community. They are the guardians of the ancient crossing between the material plane and the Fey city of Tillora. The community is discreet and secluded, protected by ancient spells and Fey magic. Their people have a very deep connection to all the Feywild creatures such as fairies, centaurs and satyrs. Some of them chose to live amongst the Vestrales on the material plane. 

The most ancient Vestrale families swore to never intefere in the affairs of the world and to stay loyal to the Court and the Archfey Vestra. Even though they are a peaceful people, they mastered the art of combat and are ready to defend the crossing at all cost. Luckily, such events never occured, allowing them tranquility and calm to partake in other activities. 

A Vestrale's life revolves around entertainment and artistic activities. They are a very creative people and like to use art as a mean to communicate with each other. A lot of renowned bards, storytellers and painters are Vestrales. At a young age, they leave the community to travel the world and to tell the Tales of the Fey entities they worship and protect.

Each of the great Vestrale families has mastered a craft and they all exchange their knowledge with each other. House Alicante for exemple is a renowned family of Bards. Aster and Silene of House Alicante used to travel the world to sing the songs of the ancient city of Tillora, now, it's their children's turn to sing these tales accross the world. The Vestrales of House Tralesta are famous forgemasters and combatants, those of House Dalhia are tailors, those of House Tulipa are Arcane masters etc. 
 

Photosynthesis 

A Vestrale doesn't need to eat. Their body uses photosynthesis as a way of sustaining itself. It automatically absorbs sunlight and uses it to revitalize them. If a Vestrale is out of the sun for too long, their colors will fade as well as their energy. They will literally wither. However, they can't die from it, not directly. It will slowly affect them in a way that varies from an individual to another. 
Vestrales can eat and often do, mainly for the taste of food, especially when they are travelling with fellow adventurers, but it is not vital for them to do so. They do need to drink a lot of water and liquids to stay hydrated and well. 

 

Vestrales Names

Vestrales are named after flowers or plants. Their family names are often linked to a famous House of the Blooming Court. 
For exemple:  Aster of House Alicante ;  Dahlia of House Tralesta etc. 

 

*more information about The Archfey Vestra will be available soon, check out my Twitter @VickyPandora for updates.

Vestrale Traits

The Vestrales share common traits coming from their Fey Heritage.

Ability Score Increase

Your Constitution score increases by 1 and your Charisma score increases by 2.

Age

Vestrales grow at about the same rate as humans and reach adulthood in their late teens. Living so close to a Fey crossing and to the Feywild plane itself, time is often distorted and some Vestrales may live extraordinary long lives, up to 250 hundred years old. 

Alignment

Being a peaceful people, Vestrales tend to be very Good. Their policy of non-interference make them gravitate towards Neutral.

Size

Vestrales are about the same size and build as humans. They usually are in the 5 to 6 feet tall range. Your size is considered Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and Sylvan.

Vestra's Blessing

You are blessed by the Archfey herself and obtain the ability to learn these spells.

SPELL Level	Spells
Cantrip	Shillelagh, Thorn Whip
1st	Entangle, Faerie Fire
2nd	Calm Emotions, Spike Growth
3rd	Speak with Plants, Plant Growth
4th	Grasping Vine, Conjure Woodland Beings
5th	Commune with Nature, Tree Stride