Tortle
Ancient and steady, Tortles are wandering sages and hardy survivalists, wrapped in wisdom and protected by their rugged shells. From sunlit shores to misty jungles, they carry their homes on their backs and serenity in their hearts.
Core Traits Overview
Creature Type | Size | Speed |
|---|---|---|
Humanoid |
Small or Medium (choose when selecting this species) |
30 ft |
Tortle Traits
- Claws: Your claws are natural weapons. When you hit with an unarmed strike using them, it deals 1d6 + your Strength modifier slashing damage.
- Hold Breath: You can hold your breath for up to 1 hour.
- Natural Armor: Your shell provides a base AC of 17. You cannot wear light, medium, or heavy armor, but you can use a shield normally.
- Nature's Intuition: You gain proficiency in one of the following skills of your choice: Animal Handling, Medicine, Nature, Perception, Stealth, or Survival.
- Shell Defense: As an action, you can withdraw into your shell, gaining +4 AC and advantage on Strength and Constitution saving throws. While inside, you are prone, have 0 speed, can't take reactions, have disadvantage on Dexterity saves, and can only take a bonus action to emerge.
Languages
- You can speak, read, and write Common and one additional language appropriate to your character.