Vermi: Homebrew Race
The Vermi are small, rodent-like humanoids with nimble bodies and a knack for survival. Their large, round ears twitch at the slightest sound, and their whiskers help them sense their surroundings. They've grown to thrive in the shadows of larger civilisations, and they have adapted to a variety of environments—from bustling cities and underground sewers to quiet forest burrows. Vermi are often seen as scavengers or thieves by outsiders, but within their tight-knit colonies, they value loyalty, resourcefulness, and cooperation.
Your Vermi character has the following racial traits.
Ability Score Increase. Your Dexterity score increases by 2, and your Intelligence or Wisdom score (your choice) increases by 1.
Age. Vermi mature quickly, reaching adulthood by age 5. They rarely live beyond 40.
Size. Vermi stand between 2 and 3 feet tall and weigh 25–40 pounds. Your size is Small.
Speed. Your base walking speed is 25 feet.
Darkvision. Accustomed to dim alleys and underground warrens, you have superior vision in dark conditions. You can see in darkness up to 60 feet as if it were dim light, and in dim light as if it were bright light. You can’t discern colour in darkness, only shades of grey.
Nimble Mobility: You can move through the space of any creature that is of a size larger than yours. Additionally, as a bonus action, you can take the Disengage action. You can use this trait a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus, and you regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest.
Scurry. When you take the Dash action, difficult terrain doesn’t cost you extra movement until the end of your turn.
Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and one additional language of your choice
