Bhuka

The bhukas are an offshoot of the goblinoid people and claim to be descended from the first inhabitants of the world. They are consummate survivors of the waste, having a talent for finding water and many physical adaptations that allow them to function in a harsh environment. Their culture celebrates and preserves ancestral ways of living.

3.5e Conversion

Bhuka

ability score increase: Choose one of: (a) Choose any +2; choose any other +1 (b) choose three different +1

age: Bhuka mature slightly faster than other goblinoid races, reaching adulthood at 14 years rarely living past 49.

Size: Medium

speed: Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Languages: You can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and your DM agree is appropriate for your character.

race features:
Glare Resistance. Dark skin and long lashes aroun the eyes protect you from sun glare, so you are never dazzled by bright sun.
Water Resistance. Bhukas have the innate ability to detect a source of drinkable water within a distance of 100 feet. Doing this requires a Survival check; the DC depending on the depth below ground of the water source according to the wollowing table.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Bhuka names are long and carry much meaning, using the harsh syllables of the Goblin tongue. A typical bhuka has a given name, followed by the name of the mother's clan (preceded by kha, or "born of) and the clan into which he or she has married (preceded by gi). Children receive a pet name until they come of age and choose a name that describes their personality.
Male Given Names. Aghila'ak (Runs Like Lizard), Cochik'ukan (Eyes of Sunhawk), Gistik'uwa (High-Kick Dancer), Kotigana (Ears of Hare), Niskigan (Snake Fang), Piklit'akit (Jumping Mouse Grace), Takigini (Speaks with Force), Wikitagan (Flight of Swallow).
Female Given Names. Chinkichu (Basket of Corn), Hintak'inai (Painted Frill), Kekkoti (Little Ear), Lakinigo (Slow Smile), Namatagi'na (Sings with Paint), Stikuchi (Dancing Mother), Takihoti (Speaks with Wisdom), Yukaki'na (Leader of Songs).
Clan Names. Chikuk (Sunhawk), Kekkinna (Ear of Corn), Kichu (Basket), Niski (Rattlesnake), Pitlitak (Jumping Mouse), Wiki'i (Swallow), Wokuhoo (Moon Owl).

Average Height

A typical bhuka stands between 4 and 5 feet tall.

Average Weight

The average bhuka rarely weighs more than 90 pounds.