Children of the Hive

Whether arachnid or not, as a child, you were abandoned by the edge of Her domain and taken in by her care. The All Hive Mother does not discriminate on the children left to fend for themselves. She nurtures and raises them as if hers. You grew up in the shadows of the woods, ducking behind trees to avoid being seen by passersby, or adventurers trying their hand at conquering the Malevolent Woods. While traversing woods and forests, you feel at home, returning to the shadows and remembering the warmth of the woods you’ve left behind.

Origin

  • You were raised in the shadows of the Malevolent Woods under the care of the All Hive Mother.
  • You learned to survive unseen, ducking beneath brush and branches to avoid outsiders.

Core Traits Overview

Ability Scores
Feat
Skill Proficiencies
Tool Proficiencies
Strength
Tavern Brawler
Stealth
Disguise Kit
Dexterity
Survival
Constitution

Languages

  • Common
  • Sylvan

Equipment

Choose one:
  • Option A: Climber’s Kit, Dungeoneer’s Pack, Grappling Hooks (x2), Traveler’s Clothes, Disguise Kit, 9 gp
  • Option B: 50 gp

Background Feat

  • Tavern Brawler: You gain proficiency with improvised weapons and unarmed strikes. Your unarmed strikes deal 1d4 damage. When you hit a creature with an unarmed strike or improvised weapon on your turn, you can use a bonus action to attempt to grapple the target.

Feature: Hive Shadow

  • You are accustomed to navigating thick woods and concealing yourself in natural terrain.
  • You can always find hidden places to rest or hide in wooded or overgrown environments.
  • While in forest terrain, you gain advantage on checks made to remain unseen or to track other creatures.