Homebrew Phantom Species Details

Descended from bat-like creatures from legends of old, Phantoms are an elusive and secretive race. The nocturnal communities keep to themselves in small tribal groups in mountains, caves, or thick forests. Many Phantoms live in fear of other races due to their smaller size and skittish nature, but a few have learned to live in tandem with others. Phantoms are skilled hunters and can move effortlessly though shadowed trees or other cover, using their incredible abilities to enhance their stealth, mobility, and element of surprise.

Appearance

Phantoms are small and lightweight, usually weighing around 100 Lbs. and not growing taller then 5 foot 4. Their sensitive skin is grayish in color and has a faint iridescent sheen. Hair color can vary, but is most commonly dark brown or black. The eyes of a Phantom are always bright green and glow faintly in dark places. This and traits such as fin-like ears, webbed hands, and small fangs are all characteristics inherited from their bat-like ancestors.

Abilities

Phantoms posses the incredible abilities to move though solid materials and hide themselves by turning their skin transparent and even invisible. However, these abilities do not transfer to their clothes or belongings unless they have been infused with an elixir made from an herb closely linked to the Phantom's powers, called Slipfern. Phantoms also have very sensitive skin, and, being nocturnal, are not used to being out in the sun for long periods of time. If a Phantom stays in direct sunlight for longer then a half hour or so, they will begin to develop painful burns that also hinder their ability to turn transparent. Phantoms are naturally light on their feet and quick, but not built for strength.

Societies

 Phantom tribes are led by one elder, usually the oldest individual in the group. The elder is looked to for making important decisions and is also the one who passes down knowledge of legends and stories to the younger members. Slipfern is considered a sacred herb to Phantoms and is used in important ceremonies as well as to honor new leaders or respected individuals. Though many Phantoms live together in tribal groups, some choose to strike out alone or live among the shadows of other races.

 

Phantom Traits

Phantoms are stealthy and quick, but not good when it comes heavy combat or stamina.

Sensitive Skin

Phantom skin is very sensitive to the UV light of the sun. If a Phantom is in direct sunlight without protection for longer then about half an hour, they will begin to develop painful white burns. These hinder the Phantom's ability to turn completely invisible. Though the burns will heal naturally over time, treating them with Slipfern elixir can speed up the process. However,  some burns are to severe to ever heal completely.

Ability Score Increase

Your dexterity score increases by 2 and your wisdom score increases by 1.

Age

Phantoms reach adulthood in their late teens and have close to the average lifespan of a human.

Size

Phantoms are small and lightweight, usually weighing around 100 Lbs. and not growing taller then 5 foot 4. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Invisibility

Phantoms have the ability to turn themselves transparent and even invisible. They can do this for up to 3 hours at a time. However, this ability does not transfer to their clothes or belongings unless they have been infused with an elixir made from an herb closely linked to the Phantom's powers, called Slipfern.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common.

Walk Though Walls

Phantoms posses the incredible ability to move though solid materials. They can do this in short, 30-second bursts. The Phantom gets 3 bursts per long rest.

Darkvision

You can see in darkness (shades of gray) up to 70 ft.