Wugui

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Hunched over and still human size, this tortoise-like humanoid moves slowly at a measured pace. In spite of it's dull appearance, every motion is intentional and no effort wasted.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Possessed of a physical form reminiscent of humans, these reptilian beings bare a rigid shell of bone across their back. A flexible cartilaginous plastron covers portions of the torso, terminating in the pelvic region.

Biological Traits

• Ability Scores Modifiers: Wugui are densely built and blessed of wisdom, but tend to slow reactions. They gain -2 Dexterity, +4 Constitution, +2 Wisdom

• Size: Wugui are Medium creatures and thus receive no bonuses or penalties due to their size.

• Type: Wugui are monstrous humanoids

• Base Speed: Wugui have a base speed of 20 feet, but their speed is never modified by armor or encumbrance.

• Burrowing: Wugui can burrow at a speed of 20 feet.

• Languages: Wugui begin play speaking Common and Wuguian. Wugui with high intelligence scores can choose from the following: Akkadian, Terran, Kasatha, Orc, Giant.

• Desert Runner: Wugui receive a +4 racial bonus on Constitution checks and Fortitude saves to avoid fatigue and exhaustion, as well as any other ill effects from running, forced marches, starvation, thirst and hot or cold environments.

• Shell: The bony shell of the Wugui grants them a +3 natural armor bonus

• Scavenger: Wugui gain a +2 racial bonus on Appraise and Perception checks to find hidden objects (including traps and secret doors), determine whether food is spoiled, or identify a potion by taste.

• Natural Attack: Wugui have a natural bite attack (1d3 damage). The bite is a primary attack, or a secondary attack if the creature is wielding manufactured weapons.

Growth Rate & Stages

Juvenile Wugui reach full maturity around the age of 20

Ecology and Habitats

Wugui evolved to tolerate the intense heat of the deserts of Austrurica, though some tribes may maintain villages in more temperate regions.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Primarily herbivorous, they do often include riverine fish and mollusks in many dishes.

Additional Information

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Semi-nomadic desert dwellers, Wugui are usually found living in small family groups in the rocky deserts of Austrurica. One family group will often have a series of villages constructed in a circuit that they travel between dependent upon the season.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Auditory and Visual faculties are roughly equal to that of humans, with the exception of Darkvision that permits black and white vision within sixty feet

Civilization and Culture

Courtship Ideals

During the spring season, each tribe will host a fertility festival wherein young males will wrestle one another. The ones who win most often will usually pair off with females for the rest of the year.

Relationship Ideals

A mated pair of Wugui will remain together for the bulk of the year. Once the young are hatched, the relationship is dissolved.

Scientific Name

Reptohumanoidi Testudinatomorpha

Lifespan

Adulthood 20, Middle Aged 50, Old 75, Venerable 100, Max +5d12 years

Average Height

5'6" - 6'8" 5'4" +2d8

Average Weight

164 - 262 lbs average 150lbs x7 weight modifier

Related Organizations

• Jing Guo