Merr
Most likely the inspiration for myths and legends about mermaids, Merr have very recognizable humanoid features, particularly on the upper half of their bodies but retain the swimming tails and gills of their ancestors.
Medium / Aquatic / Flipper Locomotion
Description
Most likely the inspiration for myths and legends about mermaids, Merr have very recognizable humanoid features, particularly on the upper half of their bodies but retain the swimming tails and gills of their ancestors. There have been some famous Merr Pirates and Naval Officers but they rarely engage in mercenary work or overland travel as it can be quite difficult and stressful for them to maintain their water requirements and their movement is severely hampered on dry land.
Subspecies
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Deep Sea Merr
Mysterious Mermaid-like Subspecies
Medium / Aquatic / Flipper Locomotion
| Average Height | 170 cm |
|---|---|
| Average Weight | 90 kg |
| Lifespan | 75-100 Years |
| Age of Adulthood | 18 |
| Attribute Modifiers | +2 DEX |
| Movement Speed | 8 Meters S, 4 Meters C |
| Movement Types | Swimming, Crawling |
| Creature Size / HP Die Type | Medium / d8 |
| Languages | Aquatra and Uman |
Description
Deep Sea Merr typically have lighter body colorations and milky, grey or highly reflective eyes. Their hair and scales often have lighter or pearlescent hues. Little is known about these reclusive aquatics, as they often reside in realms deeper than stories are told.
Traits
Dim Sight
You can see in Dim lighting Conditions, but not total darkness.
Gas Bladder
You can maintain whatever depth you desire while submerged in liquid without needing to expend any energy. You can use your gas bladder as an air reserve for a number of hours equal to your CON Modifier when breathable liquid is not available.
Gills
You can breathe underwater or in sufficiently oxygenated liquids. Without other forms of breathing you cannot breathe while out of water and begin suffocating after a number of Minutes equal to your CON Modifier.
Dryness Allergy
Your skin is allergic to overly dry conditions and you become Agitated when you go 30 Minutes or more without submerging or dousing your body in liquid. The Agitated Condition ends when you are able to rehydrate your body again.
Abilities
Superior Swimmer
You gain +2 to your Movement Speed when you use your Action to Sprint in non-viscous Liquids and gain +2 to all DEX Saving Throws while in non-viscous Liquids.
Aquatic Senses
You can smell, hear and sense subtle vibrations and changes in temperature in Water or Liquids, granting you a distinct advantage in your home environment. Add a Destiny Die on all Perception Skill Rolls made while in Water or liquid.
Coral Merr
Classic Mermaid-like Subspecies
Medium / Aquatic / Flipper Locomotion
| Average Height | 170 cm |
|---|---|
| Average Weight | 90 kg |
| Lifespan | 75-100 Years |
| Age of Adulthood | 18 |
| Attribute Modifiers | +2 DEX |
| Movement Speed | 8 Meters S, 4 Meters C |
| Movement Types | Swimming, Crawling |
| Creature Size / HP Die Type | Medium / d8 |
| Languages | Aquatra and Uman |
Description
Coral Merr often have bright colorations that match the vibrancy of the coral reef. Bright yellows, reds, pinks, blues, greens and oranges are all common scale, hair and eye colorations for Coral Merr.
Traits
Aquatic Camouflage
Add a Destiny Die on all Stealth Skill Rolls made in Aquatic Environments.
Gas Bladder
You can maintain whatever depth you desire while submerged in liquid without needing to expend any energy. You can use your gas bladder as an air reserve for a number of hours equal to your CON Modifier when breathable liquid is not available.
Gills
You can breathe underwater or in sufficiently oxygenated liquids. Without other forms of breathing you cannot breathe while out of water and begin suffocating after a number of Minutes equal to your CON Modifier.
Dryness Allergy
Your skin is allergic to overly dry conditions and you become Agitated when you go 30 Minutes or more without submerging or dousing your body in liquid. The Agitated Condition ends when you are able to rehydrate your body again.
Abilities
Superior Swimmer
You gain +2 to your Movement Speed when you use your Action to Sprint in non-viscous Liquids and gain +2 to all DEX Saving Throws while in non-viscous Liquids.
Aquatic Senses
You can smell, hear and sense minute vibrations and changes in temperature in Water or Liquids, granting you a distinct advantage in your home environment. Add a Destiny Die on all Perception Rolls made while in Water or liquid.
