Cynocephali

Abilities

• Keen Sense of Smell - Thanks to a strong nose, cynocephali have an excellent sense of smell. This grants advantage on smell-based perception checks.

• Strength in Numbers - Cynocephali receive a +1 on rolls for every cynocephali in their group.

Ability Modifiers

• +1 to Enlightenment.

Permanence

• 11 (Neutral)

Attacks

• Bite - The cynocephali bites their enemy, dealing 1d6 piercing damage.

• Claw - The cynocephali claws their enemy, dealing 1d4 slashing damage.

Resistances

• None.

Condition Immunities

• None.

Weaknesses

• None.

DREAM Score

• D - 15 (+3)

• R - 13 (+1)

• E - 14 (+2)

• A - 11 (+1)

• M - 12 (+1)

Exp

300

Hit Points

2d8 +Resistance Modifier.

Languages

• Common.

Proficiency

• Perception.

Size

• Medium.

Speed

• Average.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Head: The heads of cynocephali vary in shape and size, but are most commonly similar in the eyes, nose, and structure. Cynocephali tend to have long snouts, ending in rough noses which tend to be black, brown, pink, or white, though some variants may have short snouts. The ears of cynocephali can be pointed and erect, or droopy.

Genetics and Reproduction

Reproduction: Cynocephali reproduce sexually, and typically have one to three children in their lifetime.

Gestation Period: The gestation period of cynocephali range from two-hundred and seventy days to two-hundred and ninety-nine days.

Growth Rate & Stages

Age: Cynocephali typically live from thirty-nine to seventy-eight years. The oldest recorded age is ninety-four.

Ecology and Habitats

Temperature: Cynocephali prefer temperatures between 70 to ninety-one degrees Fahrenheit.

Habitat: Minotaur do well in large, open areas, as they make the construction of buildings and farms rather easy. These settlements tend to be made near forests and bodies of water.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Diet: Cynocephali are omnivorous, typically eating meats and vegetables with every meal.

Habits: Cynocephali typically have 2-3 meals a day, eating medium portion sizes. On average, they consume 4-6 pounds of food a day.

Additional Information

Uses, Products & Exploitation

Uses: Many cynocephali go into military careers, tending to become footsoldiers, or outpost guards.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Sense of Smell: Cynocephali have an incredibly keen sense of smell, which make them excellent judges of perfumes and colognes, as well as rich foods.

Civilization and Culture

Beauty Ideals

Attractiveness: For most cynocephali, attractiveness is determined by fur-type and fitness. Longer, silkier, and thicker fur tend to be desireable, along with thinner, more muscular bodies.

Gender Ideals

Gender Ideals: Males are typically masculine, while females are typically feminine.

Courtship Ideals

Courtship: Many cynocephali women prefer protective partners and active partners, and tend to date for a year or so before settling down. However, arranged marriages do occur.

Relationship Ideals

Relations: Cynocephali are typically monogamous, meaning they have one partner.

Common Customs, Traditions and Rituals

Customs: Cynocephali partners tend to get rather close in greeting, sniffing around the neck. This is considered rude in other relationships, however.

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

Interspecies Relations: Though uncommon, it isn't unheard of for cynocephali to form relationships with other species.

Lifespan

40 to 56 years.

Average Height

5'4" ft.

Average Weight

142 lbs.

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Skin: The skin tones of cynocephali range from pale white to ebony.