Steppe Dwarf
A drastic contrast to their hill, mountain, and tunnel dwelling brethren, the Steppe Dwarves seek to conquer the open field. When the Duergar emerged and settled, they became the first Mountain Dwarves, content to plunder the best resources of both the under and overworld. An initially small contingent of these Mountain Dwarves were enamored by the open skies, the vast fields and steppes that could be seen beyond the mountains, stretching as far as the horizon.
These dwarves left the mountains behind entirely, and travelled westward to the Innish Steppes. They adapted and thrived, their natural stoutness allowing them to survive the harsh terrain. They became proficient in animal husbandry, tending their flocks to sustain themselves. They also became among the most adept horse riders of the world, using their mobility to conquer the plains. These Dwarves spent their lives in the sun, unshaded, causing their skin color to shift towards darker tones. Furthermore, they lost their darkvision after generations spent in sunlight, and their stoutness began to reduce, giving way to a lighter, leaner frame. These Steppe Dwarves formed the first traces of Innish culture, becoming powerful Khans, and eventually uniting into the Inniash Khaganate.
Ability Scores. Dex +2; Con or Wis +1
Speed. 25 ft.
Age. Dwarves mature at the same rate as humans, but they're considered young until they reach the age of 50. On average, they live about 350 years. Your size is Medium.
Alignment. Most Steppe Dwarvers are chaotic, believing firmly in the benefits of freedom and free-spirited living. They tend toward good, with a strong sense of adventure. They believe in inner strength, and that anyone with a strong enough will can accomplish anything.
Size. Dwarves stand between 4 and 5 feet tall and average about 150 pounds. Your size is Medium.
Natural Riders. While mounted, your mount gains a +5 bonus to their speed, and +1 bonus to their AC. You may use your reaction to cause any attack that targets your mount and not yourself to target yourself instead.
Dwarven Resilience. You have advantage on saving throws against poison, and you have resistance against poison damage.
Steppe Combat Training. You have proficiency with the javelin, spear, pike, lance, and shortbow.
Animal Affinity. You gain proficiency in Animal Handling. If you already have proficiency, you gain expertise instead. Additionally, you may cast the spell Animal Friendship once, using either your Wisdom, or class spellcasting ability for the spell. You regain use of this ability after completing a Long Rest.
Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common, and Dwarvish.
These dwarves left the mountains behind entirely, and travelled westward to the Innish Steppes. They adapted and thrived, their natural stoutness allowing them to survive the harsh terrain. They became proficient in animal husbandry, tending their flocks to sustain themselves. They also became among the most adept horse riders of the world, using their mobility to conquer the plains. These Dwarves spent their lives in the sun, unshaded, causing their skin color to shift towards darker tones. Furthermore, they lost their darkvision after generations spent in sunlight, and their stoutness began to reduce, giving way to a lighter, leaner frame. These Steppe Dwarves formed the first traces of Innish culture, becoming powerful Khans, and eventually uniting into the Inniash Khaganate.
Character Creation
Ability Scores. Dex +2; Con or Wis +1
Speed. 25 ft.
Age. Dwarves mature at the same rate as humans, but they're considered young until they reach the age of 50. On average, they live about 350 years. Your size is Medium.
Alignment. Most Steppe Dwarvers are chaotic, believing firmly in the benefits of freedom and free-spirited living. They tend toward good, with a strong sense of adventure. They believe in inner strength, and that anyone with a strong enough will can accomplish anything.
Size. Dwarves stand between 4 and 5 feet tall and average about 150 pounds. Your size is Medium.
Natural Riders. While mounted, your mount gains a +5 bonus to their speed, and +1 bonus to their AC. You may use your reaction to cause any attack that targets your mount and not yourself to target yourself instead.
Dwarven Resilience. You have advantage on saving throws against poison, and you have resistance against poison damage.
Steppe Combat Training. You have proficiency with the javelin, spear, pike, lance, and shortbow.
Animal Affinity. You gain proficiency in Animal Handling. If you already have proficiency, you gain expertise instead. Additionally, you may cast the spell Animal Friendship once, using either your Wisdom, or class spellcasting ability for the spell. You regain use of this ability after completing a Long Rest.
Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common, and Dwarvish.