Hoos
Hoos greatly resemble their Owl ancestors and have retained most of their adaptations and some of their behaviors. Small hands protrude from the ends of both their wings, which they can use to grasp and manipulate objects.
Small / Avian / Biped
Description
Hoos greatly resemble their Owl ancestors and have retained most of their adaptations and some of their behaviors. Small hands protrude from the ends of both their wings, which they can use to grasp and manipulate objects. Their bodies are covered in feathers of various earth and wood tones and they have large flat faces with their massive eyes dominating the space. They have small curved beaks and talons on their toes and fingers.
Society
Family Units
Due to their individual freedoms and the ability to travel where they please, many Hoos move about as a family unit. Forming societies that are only as big as their extended families. For them it makes sense and is the ideal way of life. Few Hoos leave this lifestyle, only a rare orphaned or adventurous Hoo is occasionally seen by other cultures. Because of this adaptation, Hoos that do settle outside of their family territories tend to form particularly strong bonds with their friends and coworkers, treating them like their “chosen family”.
Subspecies
Choose a subspecies from the options below.
Barn Hoo
| Average Height | 106 cm |
|---|---|
| Average Weight | 15 kg |
| Lifespan | 30-40 Years |
| Age of Adulthood | 7 |
| Attribute Modifiers | +2 WIS |
| Movement Speed | 6 Meters F, 5 Meters W |
| Movement Types | Flying, Walking |
| Creature Size / HP Die Type | Small / d6 |
| Languages | Hoots and Uman |
Description
Barn hoos are grassland environment experts with flat angled faces. Their coloration is specifically suited to camouflage them in grassy areas. Because of this, many barn hoos tend to live in areas with an abundance of tall grass in order to make better use of their camouflage.
Traits
Hollow Bones
The downside of the ability to fly is the lightweight and easily broken bones of a bird. All Hoos are vulnerable to Blunt Force Damage but are capable of true flight.
Abilities
Night Vision
Can see without penalty in Dim and Dark lighting conditions.
Light Sensitive: You have -2 to Perception, Investigation and Survival Skill Rolls while in Well Lit or brighter Lighting Conditions.
Superior Vision
Hoos have incredible eyesight due to their massive eyes. On top of this Hoos can rotate their heads 180 degrees allowing them to always keep their head on a swivel. All Hoos gain a miscellaneous +3 to Perception Skill Rolls.
Winged Flight
You gain a fly speed equal to your movement speed. Every Minute(6 Rounds) of combat flight causes you to lose 1 Stamina and you cannot rest while flying. Sustained Flight causes you to lose 1 Stamina every hour. Having one or more of your wings wounded causes you to immediately lose the ability to fly until recovered. Being knocked prone while flying causes you to fall until you are able to use 3 meters of movement to “stand” and resume flying. You cannot Fly while wearing Heavy Armor. You can carry 1 small or smaller creature while flying.
Increased Space Requirements: While walking requires only as much space as your character occupies to continue movement, Flying upward or horizontally requires an additional Meter of space on any one side of your character. Smaller spaces do not allow your wings to flap and provide lift. If you are traveling downward during your flying movement then the above rule does not apply.
Silent Flight: You gain Advantage and +2 to all Stealth Skill Checks made while flying.
Beak and Talons
All Hoos have the distinctive Beaks and Talons of their birdlike ancestors. A threatened Hoo is much more likely to Peck or Claw, rather than throw a punch.
| Damage | Damage Types | Range | Traits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1d8+2 | Puncture or Slash | 1 Meter | Natural Weapon, Melee Weapon |
Field Camouflage
Gain Advantage on Stealth Skill Rolls made in grassy areas.
Horned Hoo
| Average Height | 106 cm |
|---|---|
| Average Weight | 15 kg |
| Lifespan | 30-40 Years |
| Age of Adulthood | 7 |
| Attribute Modifiers | +2 DEX |
| Movement Speed | 6 Meters F, 5 Meters W |
| Movement Types | Flying, Walking |
| Creature Size / HP Die Type | Small / d6 |
| Languages | Hoots and Uman |
Description
Horned hoos are woodland environment experts with small feathery tufts on their heads that resemble horns. Their coloration is specifically suited to camouflage them in wooded areas. Because of this, many horned hoos tend to live in forested areas in order to make better use of their camouflage.
Traits
Hollow Bones
The downside of the ability to fly is the lightweight and easily broken bones of a bird. All Hoos are vulnerable to Blunt Force Damage but are capable of true flight.
Abilities
Night Vision
Can see without penalty in Dim and Dark lighting conditions.
Light Sensitive: You have -2 to Perception, Investigation and Survival Skill Rolls while in Well Lit or brighter Lighting Conditions.
Superior Vision
Hoos have incredible eyesight due to their massive eyes. On top of this Hoos can rotate their heads 180 degrees allowing them to always keep their head on a swivel. All Hoos gain a miscellaneous +3 to Perception Skill Rolls.
Winged Flight
You gain a fly speed equal to your movement speed. Every Minute(6 Rounds) of combat flight causes you to lose 1 Stamina and you cannot rest while flying. Sustained Flight causes you to lose 1 Stamina every hour. Having one or more of your wings wounded causes you to immediately lose the ability to fly until recovered. Being knocked prone while flying causes you to fall until you are able to use 3 meters of movement to “stand” and resume flying. You cannot Fly while wearing Heavy Armor. You can carry 1 small or smaller creature while flying.
Increased Space Requirements: While walking requires only as much space as your character occupies to continue movement, Flying upward or horizontally requires an additional Meter of space on any one side of your character. Smaller spaces do not allow your wings to flap and provide lift. If you are traveling downward during your flying movement then the above rule does not apply.
Silent Flight: You gain Advantage and +2 to all Stealth Skill Checks made while flying.
Beak and Talons
All Hoos have the distinctive Beaks and Talons of their birdlike ancestors. A threatened Hoo is much more likely to Peck or Claw, rather than throw a punch.
| Damage | Damage Types | Range | Traits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1d8+2 | Puncture or Slash | 1 Meter | Natural Weapon, Melee Weapon |
Woodland Camouflage
Gain Advantage on Stealth Skill Rolls made in wooded areas.
Snow Hoo
| Average Height | 106 cm |
|---|---|
| Average Weight | 15 kg |
| Lifespan | 30-40 Years |
| Age of Adulthood | 7 |
| Attribute Modifiers | +2 STR |
| Movement Speed | 6 Meters F, 5 Meters W |
| Movement Types | Flying, Walking |
| Creature Size / HP Die Type | Small / d6 |
| Languages | Hoots and Uman |
Description
Snow hoos are arctic environment experts with white and black patterned feathers. Their coloration is specifically suited to camouflage them in snow and ice covered areas. Because of this, many snow hoos tend to live in arctic areas in order to make better use of their camouflage.
Traits
Hollow Bones
The downside of the ability to fly is the lightweight and easily broken bones of a bird. All Hoos are vulnerable to Blunt Force Damage but are capable of true flight.
Abilities
Night Vision
Can see without penalty in Dim and Dark lighting conditions.
Light Sensitive: You have -2 to Perception, Investigation and Survival Skill Rolls while in Well Lit or brighter Lighting Conditions.
Superior Vision
Hoos have incredible eyesight due to their massive eyes. On top of this Hoos can rotate their heads 180 degrees allowing them to always keep their head on a swivel. All Hoos gain a miscellaneous +3 to Perception Skill Rolls.
Winged Flight
You gain a fly speed equal to your movement speed. Every Minute(6 Rounds) of combat flight causes you to lose 1 Stamina and you cannot rest while flying. Sustained Flight causes you to lose 1 Stamina every hour. Having one or more of your wings wounded causes you to immediately lose the ability to fly until recovered. Being knocked prone while flying causes you to fall until you are able to use 3 meters of movement to “stand” and resume flying. You cannot Fly while wearing Heavy Armor. You can carry 1 small or smaller creature while flying.
Increased Space Requirements: While walking requires only as much space as your character occupies to continue movement, Flying upward or horizontally requires an additional Meter of space on any one side of your character. Smaller spaces do not allow your wings to flap and provide lift. If you are traveling downward during your flying movement then the above rule does not apply.
Silent Flight: You gain Advantage and +2 to all Stealth Skill Checks made while flying.
Beak and Talons
All Hoos have the distinctive Beaks and Talons of their birdlike ancestors. A threatened Hoo is much more likely to Peck or Claw, rather than throw a punch.
| Damage | Damage Types | Range | Traits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1d8+2 | Puncture or Slash | 1 Meter | Natural Weapon, Melee Weapon |
Snow Camouflage
Gain Advantage on Stealth Skill Rolls made in snow covered areas.
