Hurgotlen
The Hurgotlen believe they were once much like humans or elves, but the truth has since been lost to time, as has the story of how the Hurgotlen curse came to be. The people believe their ancient ancestors were responsible of a heinous crime, for which the gods punished them, cursing them with spiked horns and bronzey skin. Since, the Hurgotlen have tried their hardest to earn the respect of their gods. Often they do so through hospitality and politeness, but more importantly the Hurgotlen consider themselves responsible for holding the beasts of the deep at bay: those exoskeletal monstrosities found deep in the pits of the desert of Hurg'Til'Toh.
Hurgotlen people stand apart from other races in the World with their large spiked horns and metallic, shiny skin, which varies from dark copper to light bronze. The skin is only similar to metal in appearance, however it does provide some protection from the harsh desert sun as a result of its reflective nature, as well as from the dangers of the desert's monstrous denizens.
Hurgotlen people are often resilient, highly-respectful, and resourceful. The reflective and heat-resistant properties of their metallic skin enables them to live in desert conditions with little protective clothing: it is often a sign of pride among Hurgotlen to be clad in less clothing, but humility is also respected.
Hurgotlen Traits
Creature Type: Humanoid
Size: Medium (about 5-7 feet tall)
Speed: 30 feet
As a Hurgotlen, you have these special traits.
Reflective Dermis. You are naturally acclimated to Extreme Heat, as described in Chapter 5 of the Dungeon Master's Guide (2014). Additionally, you have resistance to acid damage.
Restless. You do not need to sleep, but you still need to rest. When you take a Long Rest, you can remain conscious for the whole duration, though at least 4 hours of your rest must be without activity.
Deific Gifts. Hurgotlen are born with supernatural traits, believed to be bestowed by gods. Choose one of the following blessings for your Hurgotlen:
- Moons Touched. You gain Darkvision with a range of 120 feet. Additionally, you gain proficiency in Perception.
- Sun Touched. You know the following two cantrips: Light and Word of Radiance. You also know the spell Cure Wounds, and can cast it at its lowest level without expending a spell slot. Once you use this trait, you cannot do so again until you finish a Long Rest. If you have any spell slots, you can cast Cure Wounds again using them. Your spellcasting ability modifier for these spells is Charisma.
- Builder's Gift. You gain proficiency in a Tool or Artisan Tool of your choice. When you make skill checks with any tool, you can roll a d4 and add the result to the total.
- Defender's Boon. You gain access to the mastery property of one simple or martial weapon of your choice. Whenever you finish a Long Rest, you can practice weapon drills and change this weapon choice. Additionally, your movement speed increases by 5 feet.
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