Catfolk

Catfolk are a race of feline humanoids native to the southern regions of the Caligo Jungle and the Sand Sea. Catfolk come in a variety of colors and patterns of fur, the same as cats. They typically stand slightly taller than humans, between 6 and 7 feet. There are two distinct sub-races of Catfolk, the Panthera and the Tabaxi.

Panthera

The Panthera Catfolk are the larger of the two sub-species, and more closely resemble the big cats of the world such as tigers and lions. They usually stand at least 6'6, pushing upward to over 7 feet at times. Many male Panthera have manes, though that is not always the case. They are stronger than their Tabaxi cousins and consequently bulkier, though they are still quite graceful and dexterous as their feline nature would imply. They are known for their powerful roar which is capable of shaking even the most seasoned warrior.

Tabaxi

Tabaxi Catfolk are the smaller cousins of the Panthera. They more closely resemble the smaller cats of the world, and stand shorter than Panthera but still tall by human standards. They generally have a lean and lanky build, and are incredibly graceful and dexterous. Tabaxi are also known for their quick wit and ability to integrate and get along with just about anyone.

Game Statistics (5e)

• Ability Score Increase. Your Dexterity score increases by 2.
• Age. Catfolk have lifespans equivalent to humans.
• Size. Your size is Medium.
• Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
• Darkvision. You have a cat's keen senses, especially in the dark. 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.
• Cat's Claws. Because of your claws, you have a climbing speed of 20 feet. In addition, your claws are natural weapons, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit with them, you deal slashing damage equal to 1d4 + your Strength modifier, instead of the bludgeoning damage normal for an unarmed strike.
• Cat's Talent. You have proficiency in the Perception and Stealth skills.
• Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and one other language of your choice.

Tabaxi

• Ability Score Increase. Your Charisma score increases by 1.
• 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 can't use it again until you move 0 feet on one of your turns.

Panthera

• Ability Score Increase. Your Strength score increases by 1.
• Daunting 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 can’t use it again until you finish a short or long rest.