Dog

Dog Canidae represent a distinct subrace within the Canidae race, characterized by their adherence to rule and law, sociable nature, and strong sense of loyalty. Thriving in roles that require social interaction and cooperation, Dog Canidae excel in government, diplomacy, and business ownership, leveraging their natural charisma and affinity for forming bonds with others.

Cultural Traits

Dog Canidae pride themselves on their adherence to rule and law, embodying the principles of order and structure within Canidae society. While they live in societies of all types, the country of Canidae boasts a strict governing law that has existed and thrived for centuries, shaping the cultural norms and values of Dog Canidae communities.

Sociability and Friendliness

Compared to their cousins, Dog Canidae are generally more sociable and friendly, exhibiting a natural affinity for socializing and forming connections with others. They thrive in roles that require interpersonal skills and collaboration, fostering harmonious relationships within their communities and beyond.

Loyalty and Devotion

Dog Canidae are natural followers, exhibiting a devout loyalty to authority figures who have earned their respect. Their unwavering dedication and commitment to their leaders make them valuable assets in roles that require steadfast loyalty and trust.

Ancestral Lineage

Dog Canidae inherit ancestral lineage from one of seven identified groups:

Toy:

Especially empathetic and adept at forming strong bonds with others.

Terrier:

Effective diggers and excel in tasks that require excavation and exploration.

Sporting:

Possessing a thick, water-resistant coat and an adept swimming ability, they are well-suited for aquatic environments.

Non-Sporting:

Strongly developed in learning and specialization, they excel in various endeavors.

Herding:

Energetic leaders with a proficiency in Athletics and Persuasion, they excel in guiding and directing others.

Hound:

Equipped with strong natural hunting instincts and advantages in tracking favored enemies.

Working:

Impressive in stature and strength, making them formidable laborers and guardians.

Dog

The Dog Canidae pride themselves on rule and law, and while they live in societies of all types the country of Canidae has a strict governing law that has existed and thrived for centuries. Compared to other Canidae, Dogs are generally more sociable and friendly than their cousins. They thrive in roles that require socializing with others, including government, diplomacy, and business ownership. They are natural followers, and will be devoutly loyal to an authority figure that has earned their respect.

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alignment: usually lawful

Size: Medium

speed: 30ft Walking, 10ft Swimming

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Canidae

The members of the Canidae race run the spectrum from disciplined Dog Canidae who mostly live in large cities and are known for their friendly dispositions, to the more savage Wolf canidae that are as feared as they are respected. Due to the strong hierarchies of their societies and innate respect for their superiors, Canidae are almost always Lawful, with the notable exception of Coyotes and Hyenas who are almost exclusively chaotic. Canidae stand 5 to 7 feet tall at adulthood. Wolf, Dog and Hyena Canidae are generally larger than their Coyote and Fox cousins.

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alignment: usually lawful, except Coyote & Hyena Canidae

Size: Medium

speed: 30ft Walking, 10ft Swimming

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Keen Hearing and Smell

Canidae have Advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sound or smell.

Darkvision

You have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it was bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

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Loyalty

As long as you are adjacent to an ally you gain a +1 bonus to your AC.

Dog Bite

You have a Bite Attack that you are proficient with; 1d6 Piercing + STR.

Ancestral Lineage

Toy:

You are especially empathetic and have a natural ability to form strong bonds with others. You have advantage on Insight rolls and +1 to Charisma (to a maximum of 20).

Terrier:

You are an effective digger and have +10 Burrowing Speed.

Sporting:

You possess a thick, water-resistant coat that provides you resistance to Cold Damage. You are also an adept swimmer and gain +10ft swimming speed (20ft total).

Non-Sporting:

You have a strongly developed ability to learn and specialize in a task. Gain proficiency in a skill or tool of your choice.

Herding:

Your high level of energy and ability to lead others are strongly ingrained. Gain proficiency in both Athletics and Persuasion.

Hound:

You have strong natural hunting instincts. You one type of Favored Enemy. You have advantage on Wisdom (Survival) checks to track your favored enemies, as well as on Intelligence checks to recall information about them.

Working:

Your imposing stature and strength allow you to count as one size larger when determining carry capacity and ability to push, pull, and lift objects. You also have +1 Strength (to a maximum of 20).