Physical Description:
Halflings are diminutive in size, standing around 3 feet tall. They have round, cheerful faces, rosy cheeks, and often sport curly hair atop their heads. Despite their small stature, Halflings are sturdy and possess a certain agility that allows them to navigate their environment with ease. They have nimble fingers and toes, which aids them in tasks requiring manual dexterity.
History:
The origins of Halflings remain shrouded in mystery. They appeared throughout the continent of Agera without any recorded history of their initial settlement. Stories and myths offer no concrete explanations for their origins, leading to speculations and rumors that suggest diverse and varied origins or potential connections to ancient civilizations. Some tales claim they arrived on Agera via magical portals or came from distant lands beyond the known continent. Despite their small numbers, Halflings have integrated themselves into the cultures of these regions, becoming skilled traders, merchants, and craftsmen.
Society:
Halfling society is centered around close-knit communities known for their strong bonds and convivial nature. They thrive in rural settings, often residing in cozy villages, hamlets, or family farms. They cherish the simple pleasures of life, embracing the tranquility of pastoral landscapes. Their communities are governed by traditions, strong family ties, and a sense of collective responsibility for each other's well-being. Halflings are known for their hospitable nature, always ready to extend a warm welcome to travelers or visiting friends.
Racial Names:
Halflings have names that often reflect their fondness for nature or elements of their surroundings. Some examples might include Merrifield, Thistleburrow, Bramblefoot, or Daisybrook.
Racial Feat:
- Ability Score Increase: Halflings nimbleness and affable nature makes their Dexterity score increases by 2.
- Age: Halflings reach adulthood in their early twenties and live up to around 150 years.
- Alignment: They tend toward good alignments, valuing peace, community, and goodwill.
- Size: Halflings are small creatures, standing around 3 feet tall and weighing around 40 pounds.
- Speed: Their base walking speed is 25 feet, slightly slower due to their shorter legs.
- Languages: Halflings speak, read, and write Common and Halfling.
- Vision: They possess no unique vision enhancements beyond normal human vision.
- Resistance: Halflings possess no innate resistance to any particular elements or conditions.
- Immunity: Halflings lack specific innate immunities to particular ailments or effects, relying on their adaptability to overcome challenges.
Lucky
When they roll a 1 on the d20 for an attack roll, ability check, or saving throw, they can reroll the die and must use the new roll.
Brave
They have advantage on saving throws against being frightened.
Halfling Nimbleness
They can move through the space of any creature that is of a size larger than themselves.