Locathah are anthropomorphic fish, and are only moderately well adopted to the surface world.
Like other humanoids, they have feet, hands, hair, ears and a torso that lets them walk upright on the surface. Their adaptation is not perfect, though, as described in the table below. They are born in the water, and many live their entire lives there. Those that seek to explore the land are said to be "Walking" among their people, and most eventually return.
On land, they are very capable--both strong and dexterous, and they always have the advantage of returning to the water freely, to avoid situations on land. They do find land both fascinating and mildly disturbing. A new locathah who is Walking is often surprised by the idea of roads, game trails and stairs. They understand the idea of territory very well, so the idea of roads that you aren't supposed to take, or the flow of traffic comes naturally to them.
As a people, the locathah have developed specific abilities that help them survive against the various terrors of the water--sharks, monsters, and changes to pressure. They are generally friendly to other locathah or any aquatic race, such as sea elves, who do not try to harm them.
| Detail |
Description |
| Size |
Medium |
| Speed |
30' walk; 30' swim |
| Attributes |
+2 Strength, +1 Dexterity (Alt +2/+1 in any stats) |
| Ability: Amphibious |
They can breathe in air and water, but must re-wet themselves with one gallon of water every 4 hours, or suffer air fatigue. |
| Ability: Natural Armor |
Their tough skin provides a natural AC of 12+Dex Modifier, which does not stack with armor, but does stack with shields. |
| Ability: Prey Resistance |
Locathah are proficient in both Observation and Athletics. However, if they are suffering from air fatigue, they lose these proficiencies until they can re-wet their bodies. |
| Ability: Leviathan Will |
Locathah have advantage against being charmed, frightened, paralyzed, poisoned, stunned or put to sleep |
| Ability: Languages' |
Locathah speak common and Aquan |
Class Considerations
Strength and dexterity, natural armor plus natural athleticism and defenses make any of the warrior classes a natural fit, either as a front-row warrior or a ranged weapon specialist. In addition, they also make decent rogues and combat bards.
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