Homebrew Volker - Batfolk Species Details

The Volkur are a race of Bat-like folk most commonly found underground. They live in vast cavernous spaces, carving homes high into the walls of large rock faces. Their ability to fly and cling to near any surface aids them well in avoiding predators while the hive like structure of thier homes offers unique protection. Unlike many creatures found in such environments, the Volkur are a shy and peacful people with a quiet intelligence, prefering to avoid conflict when able.

The Volkur often rely on echolocation to navigate their environment and detect hidden enemies. This ability temporarily grants them the Blindsight trait, preventing them from being hindered by such spell effects as invisibility or darkness.

Volker - Batfolk Traits

+2 Dexterity, +1 Wisdom, Flight, Blindsight, Darkvision

Flight

Volker are born with wings extending from their arms. Though best suited for gliding, they are able to fly short distances and cling onto surfaces using their taloned hands and feet; flitting from one wall to another.

Blindsight

As a bonus action, Volker are able to use echolocation, granting them temporary use of the blindsight trait. Using blindsight they can see up to 40ft and are unhindered by spells such as invisibility and darkness. You may use this ability up to your proficiency bonus, resetting after a long rest. This ability lasts 1 minute.

Darkvision

Volker are able to see in the dark with a range of 60ft.