The Soul-bound

When a spirit links with a mortal race it is known as a Soul-bound. Sometimes this happens before the creature is even born and sometimes it occurs throughout the mortal's life. Due to this bonding, the creature gains a longer life expectancy and some magical abilities. These beings are different from when a spirit and a mortal have a child together, which is a rare occasion.

Roleplaying Options:

When a character decides to play a soul-bound character they can replace one of their race's first options with the following option.
Conjoined Souls. When you select this feature you gain proficiency in one skill that you did not have proficiency in before.
At level 5, once per long rest, you can regain one spell slot by taping into the Essence of the Spirit you are bound to.
At the DM's discretion, the Spirit takes control of your character for a short time. Your character can see and remember what occurs during this time.

Basic Information

Anatomy

For the most part, soul-bound creatures are humanoid but there can be a variety of body shapes. Depending on the spirit they can have horns, extra limbs or other features.

Genetics and Reproduction

Spirit-bounds can reproduce as their normal base race does, although their children may not be Spirit-bound.

Growth Rate & Stages

A spirit-bound reaches maturity at the same rate as the race that they were originally born of.

Additional Information

Geographic Origin and Distribution

based on base race

Average Intelligence

Generally most Spirit-bound have greater than average intelligence

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Most should-bound creatures have heightened magical abilities or physical attributes due to their bonds.
this varies based on what spirit they are bonded with.

Lifespan

100-150 years (increased due to connection with Spirits)

Average Height

based on base race

Average Weight

based on base race

Average Length

based on base race