Simian
Originating from the west side of an island known as Cúlcríoch, the Simians are vastly different from the rest of the world due to being separated from the rest of society. They tend to live a carefree and relaxed life that consists of a contrast between playful interactions and meditation. As a result they are in tune with both their body and their soul.
Simian Traits
Simians are as in tune with their bodies as they are with their souls as a result your simian character possesses the following natural traits as a result of their way of life.
Ability Score Increases
When determining your character’s ability scores, increase one score by 2 and increase a different score by 1, or increase three different scores by 1.
Languages
Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and your DM agree is appropriate for the character.
Life Span
Simians mature slightly earlier than humans at around their mid-teens. However, humans usually outlive simians by a decade.
Creature Type
You are a Humanoid.
Size
You are Medium or Small. You choose the size when you select this race.
Speed
Your base walking and climbing speed is 35 feet.
Feet Like Hands
As a bonus action, you can go into a handstand. Using a bonus action on subsequent turns you can stand back onto your two feet from being in a handstand.
While in a handstand you may use your feet to wield weapons provided the weapon does not have the Heavy property.
Additionally, if a creature moves into a space within 5ft of you while you're in a handstand, you can use your reaction to move 5ft in any horizontal direction away from the creature standing back onto your two feet from being in a handstand.
In tune With Body
You have proficiency in the Acrobatics skill.
Additionally, your feet and tail can be used like your hands. When you can lift or interact with objects as if using your hands such as; push, shove, grab, hold, or open and close doors. Your tail can be used to hold yourself up onto objects such as branches of trees or to wield weapons.
In tune With Soul
You have advantage on all Wisdom saving throws.
Simian
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For use with the fifth edition Player's Handbook, Monster Manual and Dungeon Master's Guide.