Dungeons & Dragons 5e Race/Species : Krakenborn
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Krakenborn
In the realms beneath the waves, where the mysteries of the deep unfold, the Krakenborn emerge as enigmatic beings with a lineage entwined with the powerful Kraken. These aquatic humanoids bear the mark of the deep sea, standing tall and robust, their bodies adorned with tentacles that echo the legendary creature from which they descend.
ability score increase:
Intelligence +2, Constitution +1
age:
Krakenborn mature at a slower rate than humans, reaching adulthood around 30 years and potentially living for several centuries.
alignment:
Krakenborn are often drawn towards neutrality, reflecting the enigmatic and indifferent nature of the Kraken. However, individuals may vary widely.
Size:
Medium
speed:
Your base walking speed is 30 feet, and you have a swimming speed of 40 feet.
Languages:
You can speak, read, and write Common and Aquan.
race features:
Ability Score Increase: Your Intelligence score increases by 2, and your Constitution score increases by 1. Age: Krakenborn mature at a slower rate than humans, reaching adulthood around 30 years and potentially living for several centuries. Alignment: Krakenborn are often drawn towards neutrality, reflecting the enigmatic and indifferent nature of the Kraken. However, individuals may vary widely. Size: Krakenborn are generally tall and robust, ranging from 6 to 8 feet tall. Your size is Medium. Speed: Your base walking speed is 30 feet, and you have a swimming speed of 40 feet. Darkvision: Accustomed to the depths of the ocean, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray. Aquatic Adaptation: You can breathe both air and water. You are also resistant to cold damage. Tentacle Grasp: You have two tentacle attacks that you can use as natural weapons, dealing 1d4 bludgeoning damage each. You are proficient with these attacks. Ink Cloud: Once per short rest, you can release a cloud of ink in a 15-foot radius centered on you. The area becomes heavily obscured for 1 minute, or until a wind of moderate or greater speed disperses it. Languages: You can speak, read, and write Common and Aquan. Kraken Magic: You know the control water spell. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the levitate spell once per day. When you reach 5th level, you can cast the dominate beast spell once per day. Intelligence is your spellcasting ability for these spells.
Ability Score Increase: Your Intelligence score increases by 2, and your Constitution score increases by 1. Age: Krakenborn mature at a slower rate than humans, reaching adulthood around 30 years and potentially living for several centuries. Alignment: Krakenborn are often drawn towards neutrality, reflecting the enigmatic and indifferent nature of the Kraken. However, individuals may vary widely. Size: Krakenborn are generally tall and robust, ranging from 6 to 8 feet tall. Your size is Medium. Speed: Your base walking speed is 30 feet, and you have a swimming speed of 40 feet. Darkvision: Accustomed to the depths of the ocean, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray. Aquatic Adaptation: You can breathe both air and water. You are also resistant to cold damage. Tentacle Grasp: You have two tentacle attacks that you can use as natural weapons, dealing 1d4 bludgeoning damage each. You are proficient with these attacks. Ink Cloud: Once per short rest, you can release a cloud of ink in a 15-foot radius centered on you. The area becomes heavily obscured for 1 minute, or until a wind of moderate or greater speed disperses it. Languages: You can speak, read, and write Common and Aquan. Kraken Magic: You know the control water spell. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the levitate spell once per day. When you reach 5th level, you can cast the dominate beast spell once per day. Intelligence is your spellcasting ability for these spells.
Physical Presence:
Krakenborn are imposing figures, standing between 6 to 8 feet tall, with skin tones that often mirror the deep blues and greens of the ocean depths. Their most distinctive feature is a set of flexible tentacles that extend from the lower part of their faces, granting them both a mesmerizing and formidable appearance. Despite their somewhat alien physiognomy, Krakenborn move with an unexpected grace, whether navigating the ocean currents or traversing the land.
Inherent Intelligence:
Krakenborn possess a natural intelligence that sets them apart. Intrinsically curious and adaptable, they excel in areas of knowledge and understanding, making them keen scholars and perceptive individuals. This intellectual prowess stems from their connection to the ancient Kraken, imbuing them with an innate understanding of the mysteries that lie beneath the waves.
Aquatic Adaptations:
Born of the sea, Krakenborn seamlessly navigate both aquatic and terrestrial environments. Their bodies are adapted to the ocean depths, equipped with a swimming speed that matches their land speed. They can breathe underwater with ease, and their resistance to cold damage reflects the hardiness required to endure the frigid depths of the ocean.
Tentacle Grasp:
The tentacles of a Krakenborn are not just ornamental; they serve as formidable natural weapons. These appendages can be wielded with surprising dexterity, allowing the Krakenborn to strike foes with swift, bludgeoning blows. Proficient in their use, Krakenborn seamlessly integrate their tentacle attacks into combat scenarios, proving that their aquatic heritage is not to be underestimated.
Mystical Connection:
Krakenborn possess an intrinsic connection to the arcane forces of the deep sea. This manifests in their ability to manipulate water, levitate, and even dominate the minds of aquatic creatures. This magical heritage hints at a profound connection to the enigmatic Kraken, marking them as chosen vessels for the primordial powers that lurk beneath the waves.
Cultural Complexity:
Within Krakenborn society, a diversity of cultures and communities exists. Some embrace their ancient lineage with reverence, becoming scholars, seers, or protectors of the oceanic realms. Others may choose to explore the surface world, seeking to understand the complexities beyond the depths. Regardless of their individual paths, Krakenborn share a common respect for the sea and its secrets.
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by 3 Armored Kittens · Prodromos v.1.1 - World Anvil 0.9.15.009 © 2017-2024 [en] | Anvil Time: 17:54, May 6 2024