Homebrew Mershifter Species Details

Mershifters are the result of the star-crossed union between the mysterious Merfolk and any one of their land walking counterparts. Often capturing the dramatic hearts of sea way finders and the studious minds of academics, most commit to one life or the other to avoid possibly violent intrusion.

They keep their identity secret as there is a lot of social taboo towards relationships between the ocean and the land. They assume the form of their surroundings be that Merfolk in the ocean or Elf on land and they don't attain the ability to shift till they hit puberty. It is a very conflicting experience to discover this ability as it often happens involuntarily when briefly visiting the other world. From this first moment of physical change, there is a distinct identity shift which is defined by a longing for the other world

 

 

Mershifter Traits

+2 Dexterity, Darkvision, Mershifting, Shape of Water

Mershifting

The individual transforms into Merfolk as their skin turns scaly and their legs disappear in light as a tail takes their place. They become much more suited for the water however they can no longer survive on land. 

The process can be undone at will and there is no time limit on this ability.

Darkvision

Due to the requirements of Merfolk to live deep under the sea without any light, the Mershifter has the ability to see in the dark in either form.

Shape of Water

Due to the immense connection they have with the ocean and the dependency they can have on its survival, they are uniquely gifted in controlling water.