Canus
The Canus are a wolf type lethe known for their ferocity and bluntness. Their beast blood manifests in the form of wolf-like ears atop their head as well as enlarged and sharp canine-teeth.
Though the Canus are considered fairly strong, from a historical perspective, they are not often perceived as an exceptionally valorous people as a whole. Canus tend to prioritize the strength of a group over that of an individual. They commonly employ pack tactics and are not afraid to fight dirty, prioritizing victory far above what is usually considered "honorable".
The Canus hold a fairly respectable standing in the greater society of Ferox. They can be found in all walks of life and amongst nearly any profession, from the most prominent politicians to the lowliest of thugs.
Your Constitution, Strength, and Wisdom score increase by 1 Age:
The Canus mature at about the same rate as humans, reaching adulthood around age 18. Like most Lethe, they do tend to live longer thanks to their blessings, and consistently live to about 150 years. Alignment:
The Canus are a varied people. Some are lawless brigands, others are average mercenaries, some choose to be soldiers, and others choose to be scholars. Typically the alignment is influenced primarily by their background / upbringing. Size:
The animal traits from the Canus only slightly altered the overall human physique of their ancestry, making them a bit taller than average. They typically are around 6 feet tall, though this can vary. Your size is Medium. Speed:
Your base walking speed is 30 feet Born Hunter:
You gain proficiency in 1 of the following skills of your choice: Athletics, Investigation, Perception, Survival, Nature, and Animal Handling. Predator’s Fangs:
Your pronounced fangs are a natural weapon, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit with it, you deal piercing damage equal to 1d4 + your Strength modifier instead of bludgeoning damage normal for an unarmed strike. Beast Shape:
The Canus have a unique ability in that they can channel their beast blood and transform into the same beast whose blessings their ancestors received. You can use a bonus action to transform into a massive Wolf, and you gain the following traits while you are in this form:
Thanks to the blessing of beast blood, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray. Languages:
You can speak, read, and write Common and one other language of your choice.
Character Creation Mechanics
Ability Score Increase:Your Constitution, Strength, and Wisdom score increase by 1 Age:
The Canus mature at about the same rate as humans, reaching adulthood around age 18. Like most Lethe, they do tend to live longer thanks to their blessings, and consistently live to about 150 years. Alignment:
The Canus are a varied people. Some are lawless brigands, others are average mercenaries, some choose to be soldiers, and others choose to be scholars. Typically the alignment is influenced primarily by their background / upbringing. Size:
The animal traits from the Canus only slightly altered the overall human physique of their ancestry, making them a bit taller than average. They typically are around 6 feet tall, though this can vary. Your size is Medium. Speed:
Your base walking speed is 30 feet Born Hunter:
You gain proficiency in 1 of the following skills of your choice: Athletics, Investigation, Perception, Survival, Nature, and Animal Handling. Predator’s Fangs:
Your pronounced fangs are a natural weapon, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit with it, you deal piercing damage equal to 1d4 + your Strength modifier instead of bludgeoning damage normal for an unarmed strike. Beast Shape:
The Canus have a unique ability in that they can channel their beast blood and transform into the same beast whose blessings their ancestors received. You can use a bonus action to transform into a massive Wolf, and you gain the following traits while you are in this form:
- You gain temporary hit points equal to your level multiplied by 2.
- Your Strength and Constitution scores increase by 2
- You lose the benefits of all armor that is not magical in nature, or specifically crafted to fit this form
- You gain the skill Pack Tactics
- You have advantage on Perception and Investigation skill checks that rely on sound or smell
- Your bite attacks now deal 2d6 + your Strength Modifier of piercing damage, and if the target is a creature, it must make a Strength saving throw (DC = 8 + your strength modifier) or be knocked prone
Thanks to the blessing of beast blood, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray. Languages:
You can speak, read, and write Common and one other language of your choice.
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