The Strigin are a race of intelligent and enigmatic humanoid creatures that bear the characteristics of owls. Celebrated for their nocturnal lifestyle, silent flight, and profound connection to wisdom and the arcane, the strigin are regarded as the custodians of forgotten lore and sacred groves, embodying the mysterious and majestic essence of owls within a humanoid form.
Society and Culture
Strigin societies prefer the solitude of untouched nature, choosing ancient woods, towering peaks, or long-forgotten ruins for their homes. Their communities are marked by a respect for wisdom and knowledge, with a loosely structured hierarchy that honors the most learned among them.
Their way of life is characterized by serenity and contemplation, with architectural styles that harmonize with the natural landscape. Strigin cultures deeply honor the cycle of life, a principle that permeates their rituals, artistry, and oral traditions.
Relations with Other Races
To other races, Strigin are beings of wonder and secrecy, recognized for their intellect yet known for their seclusion. They share their wisdom with those who seek it for virtuous ends but generally stay detached from worldly conflicts. Strigin feel a kinship with races that hold knowledge and the natural world in high regard, such as Elves and Druids.
Strigin Adventurers
Strigin adventurers may leave their sanctuaries to pursue ancient wisdom, uphold the natural order, or confront threats to their sacred sites. Within an adventuring party, Strigin excel as scouts, mages, or strategists, leveraging their intelligence and heightened senses to navigate challenges.
Age
Strigin mature at the age of 10 and can live up to 200 years, accumulating extensive knowledge and insight throughout their long lives.
Alignment
Strigin often lean towards neutrality, embodying nature’s equilibrium. They may show a propensity towards good, reflecting their protective nature towards the environment and its denizens.
Size
Standing at a height of 5 to 6 feet, Strigin possess a lean yet robust build. Because of your wings, you’re unable to fly while wearing medium or heavy armor.
Your size is medium.
Speed
Your base walking speed is 25 feet.
Your base swimming speed is 12 feet*.
Your base flying speed is 30 feet.
Your base climbing speed is 12 feet*.
* calculated speed.
Languages
You can speak, read, and write: Common and 1 other language.
Ability Score Increase
- Wisdom: +2
- Dexterity: +1
Skill Proficiency
You have the following skills: Perception.
Race Features
Superior Darkvision
Adapted to twilight and nighttime, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions, able to see in dim light within 120 feet as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light.
Silent Feathers
You gain advantage on Stealth checks that involve moving silently, thanks to your noiseless feathers.
Keen Hearing and Sight
With proficiency in the Perception skill, your keen senses enable you to detect minimal movements and sounds.
Talons
Your unarmed strikes are proficient, dealing 1d4 slashing damage upon a hit, mirroring the deadly precision of your owl-like claws.
Swivel
Your ability to rotate your head 270 degrees grants you advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight, allowing you to observe your surroundings without moving your torso.
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