Catfolk
Catfolk are a proud and mysterious race of anthropomorphic cat-like beings, known for their agility, keen senses, and hunting instinct. Two major groups of Catfolk exist, each adapted to their distinct environments in the frozen north of Asgellion and the wild jungles of Angoth. They are known respectively as the Qittari and the Miztli.
Physical Description
Catfolk possess humanoid bodies with feline features, standing on two legs and possessing a tail for balance. Their fur varies between the two groups, with the northern Catfolk sporting white fur adorned with black spots, resembling snow leopards, while their southern counterparts showcase yellow fur adorned with brown spots, reminiscent of jungle-dwelling wildcats. Their eyes range in color, but vibrant shades of green, yellow, and amber are common, often glowing with an uncanny intensity in the darkness.Culture and Society
Catfolk are reclusive and enigmatic, valuing their independence and ancestral ties above all. Each group maintains distinct customs and traditions, shaped by their surroundings. The northern Qittari are expert hunters and trackers, relying on their keen senses and camouflage-like fur patterns to move stealthily through the snowy landscape. They live in nomadic tribes, following herds of elusive prey. The southern Miztli, on the other hand, have adapted to the dense jungles of Angoth. They excel at climbing trees and leaping from branch to branch, utilizing their powerful legs and sharp claws for both defense and agility. The jungle tribes are deeply spiritual, often led by wise shamans who communicate with nature spirits and ancestral guardians.Abilities and Traits
Catfolk have honed their natural instincts and developed impressive physical abilities. Both groups possess heightened senses of sight, smell, and hearing, making them exceptional scouts and sentinels. Their retractable claws provide formidable natural weapons, capable of delivering lethal strikes in combat.Relations with Other Species
Catfolk are elusive and cautious around other races, often preferring to maintain a distance to safeguard their cultural heritage and avoid potential conflicts. However, they hold a particular reverence for the Wood Elves, admiring their affinity with nature and ancient wisdom.Alignment and Outlook
As a people deeply attuned to their environments, catfolk often display a neutral outlook, respecting the balance of nature and seeking to live in harmony with it. Though individual catfolk may embrace various alignments, their societies often emphasize cooperation and preservation over conquest or dominance.Adventurers
While many catfolk prefer the solitude of their respective habitats, some feel a wanderlust that drives them to explore the wider world. Adventuring catfolk often seek ancient knowledge, hidden treasures, or answers to age-old mysteries. Their natural abilities make them formidable rogues, rangers, and monks, well-suited for the challenges that await beyond their homelands.
Ability Scores: Dex +2
Size: Small or Medium
Speed: 35 ft., climb 20 ft.
Age. Catfolk reach adulthood within five years and typically live for fifteen to twenty years.
Size. Catfolk exhibit a diverse range in size, with one member in each litter often being notably smaller than their siblings. The tallest catfolk stands about the same height as a human while the runts are closer to the size of halflings.
Darkvision. You have a cat's keen senses, especially in the dark. 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.
Graceful Landing. As natural masters of agility and balance, catfolk can twist and contort their bodies mid-air and always land on their feet. You have advantage on saving throws against being knocked prone. As a reaction, you can halve any falling damage you take until the end of your next turn.
Claws. Because of your claws, you have a climbing speed of 20 feet. In addition, your claws are natural weapons, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit with them, you deal slashing damage equal to 1d4 + your Strength modifier, instead of the bludgeoning damage normal for an unarmed strike.
Languages. You can speak, read, and write Biluah and one other
common language
language of your choice.
Ethnicity. Choose an ethnicity between Qittari (northern) or Miztli (southern).
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