Rootkin
The Rootkin are a Lucian race of humanoid beings born from nature itself — their bodies composed of interwoven roots, leaves, and living wood. With vine-woven hair, bark-carved faces, and rooted fingers that can extend and intertwine with the world around them, they resemble walking trees more than traditional humans. Rootkin reproduce through a sacred ritual: merging for one full day beneath direct sunlight, allowing new life to grow from their union. For most of their history, they lived in seclusion within the lush plains and forests of Mielfa, tending to the land in harmony and avoiding contact with the outside world.
But in recent years, the Rootkin have begun to emerge from their groves, slowly integrating into wider society and forming peaceful ties with other kingdoms. Though still viewed with awe and mystery, their quiet strength and deep wisdom have made them valued citizens — ambassadors of nature in an ever-changing world.
| Skills | Explanation |
|---|---|
| +2 Intelligence and Wisdom | Rootkin are amongst the most wise. They understand nature, and thus, they understand the entirety of the world. |
| -2 Charisma | A Rootkin's body and mind is not made to interact with others. Their experiences communicating with beings outside of their race are awkward, clumsy and often misunderstood. |
| Proficient in Nature | A Rootkin knows the secrets of nature that many others don't, and often don't speak of them. |
| Abilities | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Photosynthesis (Passive) | You do not need to feed at long rest if you've been in sunlight for over 2 hours on that respective day. |
| Floral Rest (Passive) | Short Rests are buffed if they are executed in nature. |
| Thorn Whip | You pull an enemy closer with the roots of your fingers. |
| Rootbound (Passive) | You are vulnerable to Fire and Blight based spells. |
| Creature of Light (Passive) | You become more and more weakened if you are away from clear sun for one full day. |
