Homebrew Fire Goliath Species Details

As a fire goliath, you are a member of the elite Ildblod ("fire blood").  You find comfort in the heat of the forge or in warm, even volcanic environments.  Fire giants are known to be a militaristic race, and their goliath descendants are no different.  Formal martial training and a strict hierarchy of leadership are integral aspects of fire goliath society.  Fire goliaths also have a rich tradition of storytelling through singing tales of great battles past.

 

 

Fire Goliath Traits

Goliaths share a number of traits in common with each other.

Volcanic Rage

Once per long rest you have the ability to evoke a fraction of the power of a volcano. When activated, the ground around you in a 60 ft radius erupts into earth shattering flame similar to the eruption of a volcano. All those in the area must make a constitution saving throw of 16 or higher. If succeeded they take half damage. If failed they take 1D10 fire damage. At level 2 2D10 fire damage, at level 5 3D10 fire damage, at level 10 4D10 fire damage.

Volcanic Warrior

You have proficiency in smithing tools, heavy weapons, and heavy armor

Blazing Heart

Due to living in or near volcanoes you gain a resistance to hot environments and fire

Ability Score increases

your strength increases by 2, your charisma increases by 1

Age

Goliaths have lifespans comparable to humans. They enter adulthood in their late teens and usually live less than a century.

Alignment

Goliath society, with its clear roles and tasks, has a strong lawful bent. The goliath sense of fairness, balanced with an emphasis on self- sufficiency and personal accountability, pushes them toward neutrality.

Size

Goliaths are between 7 and 8 feet tall and weigh between 280 and 340 pounds. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Natural Athlete

You have proficiency in the Athletics skill.

Powerful Build

You count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push, drag, or lift.

Languages

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

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