Felidaes

Felidaes are a race inhabiting the country of @Felidae within the region of Mammalia. Renowned for their exceptional intellect, insatiable curiosity, and lifelong commitment to learning, the Felidae are regarded as one of the most educated races among Mammalians and beyond.

Education and Lifelong Learning

Felidae Chordatans possess an innate thirst for knowledge that drives them to be lifelong learners. Education is highly valued in Felidae society, and most members undergo some form of academic, magical, or artistic study. From a young age, Felidae are encouraged to explore diverse fields of knowledge, fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity and innovation.

Practicality and Strategic Thinking

When faced with challenges or decisions, Felidae tend to approach situations with practicality and caution, relying on their accumulated knowledge and keen observational skills. They prefer not to jump to conclusions or make decisions based on incomplete data, instead considering all available information before taking action. This thoughtful approach to problem-solving makes them highly effective strategists and decision-makers.

Observational Skills

Felidae are renowned for their acute powers of observation, enabling them to perceive subtle details and patterns that others might overlook. This keen sense of awareness allows them to gather information and assess situations with precision, giving them a distinct advantage in strategic planning and analysis.

Private Nature

Felidae tend to be fairly private beings, often choosing to live alone or in intimate family groups. While they value social connections and relationships, they also cherish their solitude and independence, preferring to maintain a sense of autonomy and privacy in their personal lives.

Cultural Significance

The Felidae race plays a significant role in shaping the cultural landscape of Mammalia, with their dedication to education, intellectual pursuits, and strategic thinking contributing to the advancement of knowledge and innovation within their society. Felidae are respected and admired for their intellect, wisdom, and commitment to lifelong learning, making them invaluable members of the broader Mammalian community.

Subraces:
Cat
Cheetah
Lion
Panther
Tiger

Genetic Descendants

• Cat
• Cheetah
• Lion
• Panther
• Tiger

Related Historical Events

• 5312 DE/ME
  Naming of Felidae

Felidae

Felidae Chordatans are well known as being one of the most educated races among Mammalians, and arguably among all races. Their innate curiousity and thirst for knowledge drives them to be true lifelong learners. Due to the value their society places on education, most members of society complete some course of study whether it be academic, magical, or artistic.
Felidae tend to meet most situations practically considering all accumulated knowledge at their disposal. They prefer not to jump to conclusions or make decisions with incomplete data. They are also incredibly observant, enabling them to perceive information that others might miss. The result is the Felidae being regarded as some of the best strategists as well.
Felidae tend to be fairly private, living alone or in intimate family groups.

ability score increase:

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alignment: Any

Size: Medium

speed: 30ft Walking, 10ft Climbing

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Lion

Lion Felidae are some of the largest members, standing at 6-7 feet tall. They are extremely proud and put a lot of emphasis on living honorably. They believe strongly in taking actions for the support of the greater good and generally have a Utilitarian mindset. They also tend to be deeply religious or spiritual. Lion Felidae make effective leaders, clergy, or soldiers, among other service-oriented professions.

ability score increase:

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alignment: Any

Size: Medium

speed: 30ft Walking, 10ft Climbing

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race features:

Powerful Build

You count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push, drag, or lift.

Lionheart

You have advantage on saving throws against becoming frightened or intimidated.

Menacing Roar

As a bonus action, you can let out an especially menacing roar. Creatures of your choice within 10 feet of you that can hear you must succeed on a Wisdom saving throw or become frightened of you until the end of your next turn. The DC of the save equals 8 + your proficiency bonus + your Constitution modifier. Once you use this trait, you cannot use it again until you finish a short or long rest.

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Tiger

Tiger Felidae are the largest of their race, standing at 8 feet tall on average. They are known for their strength and ferocity, something they take great pride in. More solitary than their Lion cousins, they tend to prefer occupations that use their innate strength and fierce personalities in more private ways, like monster hunters, guards, and craftsmen.

ability score increase:

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alignment: Any

Size: Medium

speed: 30ft Walking, 10ft Climbing, 10ft Swimming

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race features:

Pounce

If you move at least 20ft toward a creature and hit it with a claw attack on the same turn, that target must succeed on a Strength saving throw or be knocked prone, The DC is 8+Strength Modifier+Your Proficiency bonus. If the target is already prone, the player can make and extra claw attack against it as a bonus action.

Powerful Build

You count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push, pull, drag, or lift.

Jungle Cat

Unlike most other Felidae, you enjoy the water. You have a 10ft swimming speed.

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Panther

Panther Felidae, also sometimes called Leopard Felidae, are known for being agile and stealthy. With a natural ability to hide and camouflage themselves, they are incredibly adept at professions like spies, thieves, and scouts. However, they are also known for being proud of their climbing abilities and are frequently found working in professions that require climbing mountains, trees, or other terrain, including roles in rescue, guidance, and resource gathering.

ability score increase:

age:

alignment: Any

Size: Medium

speed: 30ft Walking, 10ft Climbing, 10ft Swimming

Languages:

parent race: ]

race features:

Jungle Cat

Unlike most of your brethren, you enjoy spending time in the water. You have a swimming speed of 10ft.

Agile Climber

Your climbing speed increases to 20 feet as long as you are not encumbered or wearing medium or heavy armor.

Feline Grace

You have proficiency in one of the following skills of your choice: Acrobatics or Stealth.

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Cheetah

Cheetah Felidae are the fastest of all Mammalians. They are thinner and slightly shorter than their Lion and Panther cousins. Centuries of living on the open plains led to their innate speed, but has also resulted in a deep claustrophobia in the race. For this reason, you will almost never find a Cheetah living in a city or on a ship. Even small towns often feel constricting to these free spirits.

ability score increase:

age:

alignment: Any

Size: Medium

speed: 30ft Walking, 10ft Climbing

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parent race: ]

race features:

Fleet of Foot

Roll a d%. Your base walking speed increases by that percentage for the amount of hours equal to your CON modifier (a minimum of 1). You cannot use this ability again until a short or long rest.

Feline Agility

Your reflexes and agility allow you to move with a burst of speed. When you move on your turn in combat, you can double your speed until the end of the turn. Once you use this trait, you can't use it again until you move 0 feet on one of your turns.

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Cat

Cat Felidae are the smallest of their race, standing at just 5 feet tall. However, that doesn't seem to have any impact on their pride, which is just as strong as the tallest Tiger. Cat Felidae are generally less aggressive than their other cousins and tend to prefer using their cunning and intelligence versus strength and dexterity (which isn't to say they don't still have both!). It is often the fool who thinks they can outwit any Felidae, but especially a Cat.

ability score increase:

age:

alignment: Any

Size: Medium

speed: 30ft Walking, 10ft Climbing

Languages:

parent race: ]

race features:

Cat Burgler

Your natural agility and stealth make you well-suited to a life of crime (whether you choose one or not). Gain proficiency in your choice of Acrobatics, Stealth, or Sleight of Hand.

Kitten Eyes or Cheshire Grin

One creature of your choice within 20 feet must succeed on a DC 11 Wisdom saving throw or become either Charmed or Frightened (Player's Choice) for 1 minute. The target can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns, with disadvantage if your are within line of sight, ending the effect on itself on a success.

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race features:

Darkvision

Your eyes see exceptionally well in the dark. You can see 60 feet in dim light as if it were bright light and in darkness as if it were dim, though only in shades of grey.

Nine Lives

When you are reduced to Zero   hit points you can immediately regain one hit point. You can use this ability as many times per day as your CON modifier, minimum of once, per long rest.

Feline Agility

Your reflexes and agility allow you to move with a burst of speed. When you move on your turn in combat, you can double your speed until the end of the tum. Once you use this trait, you cannot use it again until you move 0 feet on one of your turns.
You also take half rounded down fall damage, if you take any.