D&D 5e - fanmade acquatic races - Merfolk
To not be confused with the same creature from the Planeshift: Ixalan free supplement (which, I understand, comes from a Magic: the Gathering's setting, as Ravnica), this fanmade race covers the D&D Merfolk. And I like it a lot, mainly for its simplicity. Merfolk are peaceful and here's something to keep in mind: they like the way they are.
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Merfolk Traits
Ability Score Increase. + 1 Dexterity + 1 Constitution +1 Charisma
Age. Merfolks mature at the same rate as humans and have lifespans similar in length to theirs.
Alignment. Generally neutral, leaning towards good.
Size. Average lenght 8 ft., average weight 300 lbs. Your size is Medium.
Speed. 10 ft., swim 40 ft.
Amphibious. Merfolk can breathe air and water.
Keen Senses. Proficient in Perception.
Hunter-Gatherers. Proficient with spears and nets.
Friend of the Sea. Using gestures and sounds, you can communicate simple ideas with any beast that has an innate swimming speed. Doing so gains you advantage with any Wisdom (Animal Handling) check.
Languages. Aquan, Common.
So, what's the best class option for a Merfolk? Stat-wise, all charisma casters: Bards, Sorcerers and Warlocks. I find also very interesting dexterity-based Paladins (Oath of the Ancients, yes), Fighters (can you imagine a Merfolk Samurai?) or Barbarians (Storm Herald or Totem Warrior). The Rogue makes good uses of those stats and features, but the rest of the classes (Clerics, Druids, Monks, Rangers and Wizards) may require a more thoughtful build.
Age. Merfolks mature at the same rate as humans and have lifespans similar in length to theirs.
Alignment. Generally neutral, leaning towards good.
Size. Average lenght 8 ft., average weight 300 lbs. Your size is Medium.
Speed. 10 ft., swim 40 ft.
Amphibious. Merfolk can breathe air and water.
Keen Senses. Proficient in Perception.
Hunter-Gatherers. Proficient with spears and nets.
Friend of the Sea. Using gestures and sounds, you can communicate simple ideas with any beast that has an innate swimming speed. Doing so gains you advantage with any Wisdom (Animal Handling) check.
Languages. Aquan, Common.
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So, what's the best class option for a Merfolk? Stat-wise, all charisma casters: Bards, Sorcerers and Warlocks. I find also very interesting dexterity-based Paladins (Oath of the Ancients, yes), Fighters (can you imagine a Merfolk Samurai?) or Barbarians (Storm Herald or Totem Warrior). The Rogue makes good uses of those stats and features, but the rest of the classes (Clerics, Druids, Monks, Rangers and Wizards) may require a more thoughtful build.
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They may be not powerful, but the Merfolk is very adaptable. Remember, this is just a fanmade race.
Be kind to each other and to yourselves.
Daniele
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