Shrubberi (D&D 5e)

Shrubberi

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The Shrubberi are plant-based humanoids imbued with a magical life force. They were created a wizard a few millennia ago as an experiment; however, they quickly grew out of control and eventually were allowed to settle in peace. They vary in shape and size and come in a variety of plant types and appearances. However, their general appearance is that of a green-hued humanoid body, with a plant-like growth stemming from the neck where a head should be. They have no eyes or mouths and communicate telepathically with those around them, using their leaves to sense changes in light around them.

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The Right of Ascension
Every Shrubberi at the age of maturity must leave home and find a place to lay down roots. They will search far and wide, planting themselves possibly dozens of times in places until they feel they have found the right spot. This spot may change over time as the needs and desires of the Shrubberi change with age. It might be a few houses away from where they used to live, to the top of the heist mountain. Some Shrubberi stay put in their new homes, while others continue to adventure, coming back only to rest and grow between missions.

The Mother Shrubber
Shrubberi reproduce asexually by infusing a regular plant seedling with part of their magical lifeforce, resulting in a unique Shrubberi based on the type of seeds from which the plant came. Multiple Shrubberi can imbue the seeds, but only one is necessary to create a new Shrubberi. The original Shrubberi, also known as the 'Mother Shrubber,' is the progenitor from which all Shrubberi can trace their heritage. Little is known about the magic used to create the Shrubberi; however, some believe that if the Mother Shrubber were to ever die, the entire species could perish with her, while others believe that a new Mother Shrubber would rise to take her place.

Shrubberi Names
Shrubberi typically name themselves after the plant they stem from; however, some have been known to take on more humanoid-like names and titles. They often opt to name themselves after qualities or aspects they admire or like, such as ‘Rain’, ‘Sunshine’, or ‘Bee’.

Shrubberi are non-binary by nature but often adopt pronouns and prefixes to ease into humanoid society.

Ability Score Increase
Your Constitution score increases by 2.

Age
Shrubberi reach physical maturity at around the age of 14 and can continue to live indefinitely. However, Shrubberi do decay over time, and without proper care and nourishment, they will wilt and die.

Size
Shrubberi vary widely in height and build, from barely 5 feet to well over 6 feet tall. Regardless of your position in that range, your size is Medium.

Speed
Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Plant Sight
You have no eyes, but you can sense the world around you in vivid detail within 30ft, in vague detail within 60ft, and faintly within 120ft. This sense is affected by both light and obstruction, meaning you cannot see through walls, and light levels affect you as normal. However, you do have 360-degree vision and cannot be snuck up upon or startled in this way.

Attunement With Nature
You have proficiency in both Nature and Animal Handling skills.

Plant Metabolism
You do not need to eat food; however, you must still consume water, and once per long rest, root yourself into the ground and absorb sunlight for at least an hour.

Ecosystem
You know the cantrip Thorn Whip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the spell Speak With Plants as if it were a 1st-level spell. You regain the ability to do so when you finish a long rest. Wisdom is your spellcasting ability for these spells.

Languages
You can speak, read, and write Common and one language of your choice, and you can communicate telepathically one-way with any creature within 60ft of you.