The Obermank are a close-knit, ancient species of primates that have evolved on a low gravity jungle planet. They have spent their entire existence living among the dense canopies of continent-wide jungles, swinging from branch to branch and gliding through the air with adeptness. Their small legs are still capable of locomotion, but they mostly use their arms for movement.
According to their myths, the Obermank were blessed with sentience by a powerful nature spirit who granted them dominion over the skyscraping flora of their native jungles. In reverence to this spirit and her spiritual progeny, the Obermank have nurtured enormous trees through horticulture and magic, molding them into expansive hanging settlements.
Their fur coloration ranges from blond to dark brown, and they are natural omnivores who have become vegetarians by tradition. The Obermank also hold reverence towards other spirits, and some have extended this devotion to include the empire's religion.
Although technology continues to befuddle the Obermank, some have left their villages to explore the wider empire, where they have been exposed to space travel and modern technology. However, many Obermank find the return to a simpler life frustrating and have retreated into a generations-long conversation about the virtue of adapting or rejecting such technology for their own use. Despite this, the Obermank remain a peaceful and harmonious species, deeply rooted in their connection to nature and their devotion to the spirits that govern it.
Swolback
The Obermank species has undergone evolutionary deviations, resulting in distinct variants. One notable variant is the Swolback, which bears a closer resemblance to apes.
Swolbacks are characterized by their impressive strength and bulky physiques. They possess a robust build that contrasts with the more agile and lithe form of the typical Obermank. Despite their formidable appearance, Swolbacks have a laid-back demeanor, with a lifestyle that revolves around eating, sleeping, and wandering through their jungle habitat.
While their immense strength makes them invaluable for tasks requiring brute force, Swolbacks maintain the peaceful and harmonious nature of the Obermank species. They are deeply integrated into the societal structure, often taking on roles that benefit from their physical capabilities while enjoying the simple pleasures of life in their verdant environment.
Canipus
Canipus individuals are distinguished by their incredible dexterity and light, agile bodies, which make them exceptionally skilled at climbing and swinging through the trees of their jungle home.
The Canipus are inherently curious, a trait that drives their exploration and interaction with their environment. This curiosity, however, has also earned them a reputation for being thieves and pickpockets, as their nimble fingers and quick movements make them adept at stealthy activities. Despite this reputation, the Canipus' actions are often driven more by a desire to understand and interact with new objects and beings rather than malicious intent.
Their agility and inquisitive nature make the Canipus valuable scouts and gatherers within Obermank society. They often take on roles that require swift movement and quick thinking, and their exploratory tendencies contribute to the community’s knowledge and resource acquisition. Though their thieving reputation can sometimes lead to misunderstandings, the Canipus are an integral part of the Obermank’s harmonious and nature-centric way of life.
Swolback Ethnicity Traits
Ability Score Increase.
Increase your Strength by 2, and increase a different one by 1, or increase three different scores by 1.
Creature Type
You are a Humanoid.
Size
Your size is Medium.
Speed
Your walking speed is 30 feet.
Darkvision
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 discern colors in that darkness only as shades of gray.
Long-Limbed
When you make a melee attack on your turn, your reach for it is 5 feet greater than normal.
Powerful Build
You count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push, drag, or lift.
Sneaky
You are proficient in the Stealth skill. In addition, without squeezing, you can move through and stop in a space large enough for a Small creature.
Surprise Attack
If you hit a creature with an attack roll, the creature takes an extra 2d6 damage if it hasn’t taken a turn yet in the current combat.
Canipus Ethnicity Traits
Ability Score Increase.
Increase your Dexterity by 2, and increase a different one by 1, or increase three different scores by 1.
Creature Type
You are a Humanoid.
Size
You are Medium or Small. You choose the size when you select this race.
Speed
Your walking speed is 30 feet, and you have a climbing speed equal to your walking speed.
Dexterous Feet
As a bonus action, you can use your feet to manipulate an object, open or close a door or container, or pick up or set down a Tiny object.
Glide
When you fall at least 10 feet above the ground, you can use your reaction to extend swing through the air gliding horizontally a number of feet equal to your walking speed, and you take 0 damage from the fall. You determine the direction of the glide.
Canipus Dodge
The magic that runs in your veins heightens your natural defenses. When you take damage, you can use your reaction to roll a d6. Add your proficiency bonus to the number rolled, and reduce the damage you take by an amount equal to that total (minimum of 0 damage).
You can use this trait a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus. You regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest.
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