Firbolg

Jotnar

Biology

Firbolgs are towering, shaggy figures native to the boreal planet Jotun. Though they are by far the strangest beings within the Yggdrasil system, they are -like the others- descendants of the first human diaspora. Imposing and tacit, firbolgs are gentle giants.

Anatomy & Morphology

Jotnar are somewhat similar to true humans, though their bone structure is slightly denser due to their homeworld's marginally higher gravity. The frigid climate of Jotun has pressured the firbolgs to become considerably larger than their ancestors, as well as growing a dense coat of fur and a thin layer of blubber.

Ecology

Geographic Origin & Distribution

The firbolg subspecies of human originated on the boreal planet Jotun, in the Yggdrasil star system. They are much less common than true humans.

Civilization & Culture

The Jotnar are a peaceful and reclusive culture, dedicated to the care of their planet and families. They are very adaptable and attuned to nature, abilities that have helped them survive the sometimes harsh conditions of their homeworld.

Major Organizations

Major Language Groups & Dialects

Culture & Heritage

Common Traditions

Common Taboos

Genetic Ancestor(s)

• Human

Scientific Name

Homo sapiens jotun

Average Height

2.6 m

Average Weight

142 kg (1G)

Biotype

biochemical multicellular

Biochemical base

carbon

Genetics

DNA

Solvent

H₂O

Respiration compounds

O₂

Sophont formclass

Humanoid (posthuman)

Physiotype

vertical bilaterally symmetric tetrapod (endoskeletal acaudal)

Sapience type

focal centric

Homeworld

Jotun

Home system

Yggdrasil

Tech level

13

Tolerances

Gravity limit

1.6 G

Pressure range

0.5 to 2.5 atm

Air mix

15% to 60% O2

Temperature range

-30 to 20 °C

Radiation limit

0.25 J/kg

Interspecies Relations

Hyperlanes Info

Physical Traits

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ABILITY SCORE

STR increases by 2 and CON increases by 2

BASE SPEED

30 feet

SIZE CLASS

Medium

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Boreal

You are naturally adapted to frigid climates, and the cold invigorates you. You are resistant to cold damage and your movement increases 10 feet when you are in an environment between 0 and -40 Celsius.

Resilience

Your tough composition makes you resistant to injury. When you take damage, you can use your reaction to roll a d6. Add your CON to the number rolled, and reduce the damage by that total.

Cultural Traits

Suggested culture: Jotun

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ABILITY SCORE

INT increases by 2
WIS increases by 2

Inner Peace

You have one additional 1d12 hit dice for use when recovering HP.

Oathbound

Choose one of the following Paladin Oaths: Ancients, Devotion, or Watcher. As long as you continue to uphold your oath, you have the support of other members of your culture and may call upon them for help once per session if you are in an area they inhabit.

Survivalist

You are proficient in the Survival skill and one of the following skills of your choice: Animal Handling, Nature, or Perception.