Homebrew Apex Species Details

They were originally a much more human-like race until a completely natural mysterious water-borne pathogen of unknown origin threatened their survival. Fortunately the ruling government, known as the Miniknog, had developed a cure that countered the harmful effects of the pathogen... with the unexpected side effect of starting the VEP (Vestigi-Evo Process), which "devolved" their bodies to a more ape-like state. On the other hand, it also greatly increased their mental capabilities, leading to even bigger advances in super-science.

This process took less than ten years to spread to the entire race, and also coincidentally at the same time the Miniknog began a complete societal  restructuring. All records of the Apex society prior to VEP were destroyed, and the Miniknog's leader Big Ape took complete and total control over the Apex society... for their safety and security, of course. Apex leadership dictates jobs, the economy, fashion trends, food rations, and who "volunteers" for tests in the advancement of Apex biological science. Big Ape's rule is so all-encompassing that nobody knows exactly how long Apex society has actually been this way. And thus the Apex were happy and complacent, under the watchful eye of Big Ape and his many, many, many surveillance cameras and heavily-armed guards.

For some reason this has bred resentment in some very ungrateful and rude Apex, and rebel cells have begun to pop up here and there but it is such a small thing really, and totally not a huge undercurrent that has spread through the entire society.

Apex Traits

While The Apex are very similar to Humans, there are some differences.

Thick Fur

The Apex are almost completely covered in thick Hair, thus they are provided with natural insulation against the Cold. However, hair is extremely flammable when dry and they are susceptible to ignition in hot climates.

Ability Score Increase

Apex are incredibly Smart and Extraordinarily strong, however they sometimes use their knowledge and strength foolishly.
Intelligence and Strength increase by 2 each
Wisdom Decreases by 2

Age

Apex Generally tend to have both Longer and Higher Life Expectancy than Humans, With Their Average lifespan being 50, but some managing to reach 140 years.

Alignment

The Apex seem to be torn between two extremely different Alignments, each Radical in their own way. While the Official Government of the Apex is the Lawful Evil Miniknog, another large portion of the Apex are part of a Chaotic Good Anti-government Organisation. Despite these two large factions being the prominent groups in the Apex Species, there are those who tend not to involve themselves with the feud and choose their own way. There are no Restrictions of Alignment for the Apex Race.

Size

Apex generally tend to have more solid builds, but they vary widely in height and build, from barely 5 feet to well over 6 feet tall. Regardless of position in that range, your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and one extra language of your choice.