Terra Yoki (5e Race)

Terra Yoki

"The strongest beings are not those who possess pure power, but those who understand their true nature." The Terra Yoki are a race of beings forged from stone and molten metal, possessing remarkable physical resilience, an insatiable thirst for knowledge, and an enduring connection to the earth. While they are physically strong, their true power lies in their wisdom, introspection, and understanding of the world around them.

Physical Description

The Terra Yoki are towering, humanoid beings with formidable bodies sculpted from dense, rugged stone. Their skin, rough and jagged like ancient rock formations, is an amalgamation of deep browns, grays, and muted greens, reflecting their connection to the earth. Beneath this stony exterior, veins of molten metal pulse and flow like lifeblood, shimmering in brilliant hues of gold, copper, and silver. These glowing veins occasionally emerge near the surface, crackling with energy, hinting at the molten heart within.

Their eyes mirror the fiery glow of their veins, casting an otherworldly light that seems to flicker like distant embers. The Terra Yoki's features are angular and defined, with high cheekbones, strong jawlines, and a visage that reflects both the strength and wisdom of their stone nature. Their hands are large, with fingers that end in rough, stone-like nails, capable of gripping and shaping the earth around them.

While their bodies are incredibly resilient, small cracks sometimes form in the stone-like surface, revealing glimpses of the liquid metal flowing beneath. These fissures, though rare, can widen when the Terra Yoki are emotionally unsettled, with molten metal leaking from the cracks as a sign of their inner turmoil. However, this liquid metal does not spill freely unless under intense emotional stress, such as anger or extreme sorrow, when their composure is pushed beyond its limits.

History

The Terra Yoki were created by ancient elemental forces, forged from the raw materials of the earth itself. Long ago, powerful beings—perhaps gods or ancient elemental entities—desired to create a race that could embody the strength of stone and the adaptability of molten metal. These forces combined earth and fire, molding the Terra Yoki as guardians of the land and keepers of ancient knowledge.

Imbued with the durability of stone and the fluidity of molten metal, the Terra Yoki were designed to withstand the harshest conditions of the world, maintaining balance in the natural order. Their creation was not the result of a single event, but rather a gradual merging of elemental powers—an intentional act to give rise to beings who would remain tied to the earth, ensuring its protection for millennia to come.

Society

The Terra Yoki's society is centered around the pursuit of knowledge, wisdom, and personal growth. They value patience and introspection, believing that true strength comes from understanding both the world and oneself. Their society is governed by councils of wise elders and scholars who guide the people through education and wisdom, rather than physical power. Knowledge is shared freely, and each generation is taught to view mistakes as valuable lessons. The Terra Yoki cherish learning, with their long lives dedicated to studying history, nature, and the divine mysteries of the world.

Terra Yoki Names

Terra Yoki names are inspired by the elements that shape them—stone, metal, gems, and minerals. These names reflect both their physical form and the significance of their origins or experiences. Male Names: Obsidian, Iron, Granite, Basalt, Copper, Ferron Female Names: Ruby, Sapphire, Jade, Diamond, Onyx, Topaz

Traits

Beings made of dense stone and molten metal, combining physical resilience with a deep connection to the earth and knowledge.
Ability Score Increase. Your Constitution score increases by 2 and your Strength score increases by 1.
Age. Physically aging at 5 and mentally at 18, they can live up to 4,000 years before crumbling and returning to the earth.
Alignment. Influenced by the patience and wrath of the earth and the divine nature of forgotten gods, they tend toward good or neutral alignments.
Size. Due to their unique composition of stone and molten metal, they can range from 4’5" to 8’0", but they are considered Medium in size.
Speed. Due to their dense, stone-like bodies, their base walking speed is 25 ft.
Languages. You can speak, read, and write Terran, the language of earth-based creatures. You can also choose one additional language.

Abilities

Vision= You have darkvision up to 60 feet.

Stoneform resilience= You have resistance to bludgeoning damage from non-magical weapons and resistance to fire damage.

Stoneform defense= As a bonus action, you can reinforce your body with stone-like hardness, gaining temporary hit points equal to your Constitution modifier (minimum of 1). You can use this feature once per long rest.

Random Height and Weight

Base Height	Height Modifier*	Base Weight	Weight Modifier**
4′ 5''	+2d8	150 lb.	× (2d10) lb.
*Height = base height + height modifier **Weight = base weight + (height modifier × weight modifier)

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