Homebrew Centipedian Species Details
Centipedians are an elusive race that mostly live in humid rainforests and caves. Their communities are generally small and it's not uncommon for individuals to be nomadic and/or travel alone.
They have a humanoid appearance for the upper part of their bodies, while they exhibit a long centipede-like lower body with many legs which allow them to exploit all the resources of their forests and caves being agile climbers.
Centipedian Traits
Centipedians posses a number of peculiar and unique traits, some of which are only found in this race.Keen Touch
Living in dark forests and caves, Centipedians have evolved the capability to sense vibrations though their legs. You have Tremorsense up to 60ft.
Natural Armor
As a centipede-like creature you possess a tough natural shell along most parts of your body, your AC is 14 + your Dexterity modifier, when not wearing an armor.
Antennae
Thanks to your antennae you have a powerful sense of smell. You gain advantage whenever you make a Perception check that relies on smell. Additionally when tracking a creature you can tell how long it's been since it passed through where you are and which direction it went.
Centipede Body
Your Centipede-like body gives you a protection against certain types of damage but weaknesses against others. You have resistance to Piercing and Slashing damage, but you are weak to Fire damage.
Additionally, because of your long body and numerous legs trailing behind your humanoid upper body, creatures walking behind you find it difficult to move. 15ft behind your upper body count as difficult terrain.
Venomous Claws
You possess a hollow claw on each hand capable of injecting a powerful venom. Whenever you make an unarmed strike and hit the target, you deal 2 + your Strength modifier piercing damage + 1d4 Poison damage. The target must also make a Constitution saving throw. On a fail it's poisoned for 1 minute.
Hundred Legs
Several pairs of legs allow Centipedians to climb on any hard surface with ease, while keeping their hands free. Additionally, when in a cave, you are capable of walking on the cave ceiling without falling. Your climbing speed is 20ft.
The numerous legs also stabilize your balance and you can't be knocked prone.
Ability Score Increase
Your Constitution score increases by 2.
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