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|author_name=<!-- Insert your name here. -->Dingobabee
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}}[[Summary::<!-- Write a short summary of your race here. This will show up on the navigation page.-->A race of people who soul bind to animal companions and take on appearances similar to them.
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== <!-- Insert Race Name, singular form -->Wolfen ==


<!-- short non-quote overview of the race -->A race of people who soul bind to animal companions and take on appearances similar to them.

=== <!-- very short or stereotypical description of the physical characteristics of the race, like "Fluffy and Pink" -->Appearance ===
[[File:Wolfen Keeper.jpg|200px|float|right]]

<!-- Insert here your race's average height, weight, skin color, eye color, and other such physical features which might include forms of common clothing, typical gear and posturing. -->Wolfens look similar to humans in build. They have animalistic ears and tails that match those of their animal companion that they are soul bound to. Females have longer incisors than males that often stick out beyond their lips.

Wolfens have a tradition of covering one of their eyes with their hair, uncovering it only in intimate moments or to make a life or death shot.
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=== <!-- very short or stereotypical description of the personality of the race, like "Always Manic" -->Personality ===

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Wolfens tend to have extreme personalities that are balanced out by the complimentary personalities of their soul bound companions.
<!-- very short or stereotypical description of how other races view them, like "Completely Bonkers" -->===Relations===
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}}<!-- NOTE: THIS SECTION IS GENERALLY EXCLUDED FOR UNCOMMON RACES. IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO INCLUDE IT, DELETE THE ENTIRE UNDERBAR FROM THE STARTING {{ TO THE ENDING }} -->Wolfens hate vampires with a passion and will go out of their way to slay any they come across. Conversely, they have a healthy respect for lycanthropes and have a rich history and legends surrounding them.

=== <!-- very short or stereotypical description of the lands or dwellings of the race, like "Marshmallow Halls" -->Society ===

<!-- Insert here the areas your race feels most comfortable living in. You may wish to include information on their cities or culture as well. -->Wolfens have a matriarchal society with a great focus on craftsmanship. The ideal wolfen is the best at what they do and proud of it. They live all over the Island of Velch which has a variety of ecosystems. Wolfens adapt and build wherever they find room to grow. 

Wolfens protect their lands jealously, wary of outsiders they have successfully defended their lands from invasion on countless occasions 
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=== <!-- very short or stereotypical description of the reasons your race adventures, like "Forever Seeking Another Sunrise" -->Adventurers ===

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<!-- NOTE: THIS SECTION IS SOMETIMES EXCLUDED FOR UNCOMMON RACES. IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO INCLUDE IT, DELETE BOTH THE HEADER AND DESCRIPTION LINES! -->Young wolfens often go out and explore the world before returning home as adults. Thus, adventurers are very common. From those that are out seeking their bonded companion as they move from teenager to adult, to those that found purpose in helping others and decided to stay out in the world, wolfens are well suited to the adventuring life.

=== <!-- Name of your race -->Wolfen Names ===

<!-- Insert the way your race acquires names. You may wish to include sample names as well. -->Wolfen names are an enigma to outsiders, as they often have three syllables or more and have meanings that only speakers of the Wolfen language will understand.

'''Male Names: '''Amanuen, Damien, Kashikoi

'''Female Names: '''Katiana, Sumati, Vythica

'''Family Names: '''Fañerka, Shlander, Tittelek

=== <!-- Name of your race -->Wolfen Traits ===

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|dex=+1
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|wis=+2
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|age=<!-- the age that the race reaches adulthood, and life expectancy -->Wolfens go out to find their companion at 13 years of age, reach full physical maturity at the age of 17 and live to about 100, possibly significantly more if they bond to a particularly long lived companion.
|alignment=<!-- the most common alignments of the race, and a short reason why -->The most common alignment for Wolfens is Lawful, though where they fall on the rest of the spectrum varies wildly.
|sizedesc=<!-- the average height of the race -->
|size=<!-- size category of the race, like "Medium" -->Medium
|speed=<!-- base speed of the race, as a number like "30" -->30
|speedtype=<!-- blank; or movement type if not walking -->
|additionalspeeds=<!-- any additional movement types that the race has -->
|darkvisionfluff=<!-- blank=no darkvision; or the reason why your race has darkvision.-->Wolfens have keen senses usually only found in the animal kingdom, with this comes the ability to see in the dark.
|darkvisiondist=<!-- blank=30 feet; or distance of darvision -->
|darkvisioncolor=<!-- blank=gray; or color of darkvision -->
|trait1name=<!-- the name of the first custom racial trait of the race -->
|trait1desc=<!-- mechanics and rules of the associated custom racial trait -->

|trait2name=<!-- as 1 above -->Dual Minded
|trait2desc=<!-- as 1 above -->Because of the nature of their souls being bound to another creature, Wolfens get advantage on Wisdom saving throws as a reaction.

|trait3name=<!-- as 1 above -->Claws
|trait3desc=<!-- as 1 above -->Wolfens deal 1d4 slashing+ Strength modifier damage with their unarmed strikes

|trait4name=<!-- as 1 above -->Companion
|trait4desc=<!-- as 1 above -->A Wolfen's animal companion is different from your average animal. They are the other half of a Wolfen's soul and personality. While a Companion could be left at home they provide needed balance to the usually extreme personalities of Wolfens. Benefiting from the bond as much or even more than the Wolfen themselves might. The first and most clear advantage is the life expectancy of the companion or Wolfen grows to match that of the one who would naturally live the longest. A Companion otherwise behaves as a Ranger's Companion, you must choose a creature of CR 1/4 or lower, though a large size creature that otherwise fits these requirements can be chosen.



|trait5name=<!-- as 1 above -->Broken Bond
|trait5desc=<!-- as 1 above -->A Wolfen who's bound companion dies must make a DC20 Wisdom saving throw or become stunned as a feeling of half their soul being ripped from them overtakes them. They may make additional saves every hour, or if the source of the death is nearby, every round. A Wolfen who makes the saving throw can then take a week to learn how to transform into their lost companion twice per long rest and behaves as if it were a Druid's Wild Shape.

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|languages=<!-- languages that you can speak, read, and write. defaults to "Common"--> Common and Wolfen
|languagedesc=<!-- a description of the racial language, options or descriptions -->
|subrace=<!-- y or blank -->
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===Subraces===
Every Wolfen is soul bound to an animal companion. This lifelong bond effects certain physical and mental traits of the Wolfen, such effects only strengthen over time.
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!colspan=3|The Bond 
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!Animal Type
!Benefit 
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|Reptile 
|Your skin has toughened with scales. When you aren't wearing armor, your AC is 13 + your Dexterity modifier. You can use your natural armor to determine your AC if the armor you wear would leave you with a lower AC. A shield's benefits apply as normal while you use your natural armor 
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|Bird
|Whether it's a sonorous voice or brightly colored feathers, you stand out in a crowd and have the confidence to perform under pressure, granting you proficiency in Performance
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|Feline
|Your bond with your feline companion has granted you agility and flexibility not found in other Wolfens, granting you proficiency in Acrobatics 
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|Canine 
|A canine nose is one of the sharpest in the animal kingdom, granting Advantage to perception when smelling 
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|Arachnid 
|Small hairs have grown on the tips of your fingers, giving you a 10 foot climb speed and allowing you to manipulate spider's webs without getting caught in them. 
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|Aquatic 
|You have developed fins and a large flat tail, granting you a Swim speed 30feet 
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|Rodent 
|Your companion's uncanny ability to move quickly and unseen while fitting into tight spaces has rubbed off on you, granting you proficiency in Stealth.
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|Deer/Horses 
|Your bond with your companion has granted you powerful legs that grant you an extra 5 feet of movement speed.
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|Venemous 
|Your connection with your venomous companion has given your body the same defense mechanism adding 1d4 Poison damage to your natural attacks 
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|Insects 
|You have become developing a chitinous hide. When you aren't wearing armor, your AC is 12 + your Constitution modifier. You can use your natural armor to determine your AC if the armor you wear would leave you with a lower AC. A shield's benefits apply as normal while you use your natural armor.
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|Bats
|You have developed sensitive ears that allow you to echo locate, giving you proficiency in Perception into small spaces without revealing yourself.
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|Mustalids
|Your body has started exuding a natural and powerful musk. Giving you disadvantage on Stealth rolls, but advantage on Intimidation rolls
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Ability Mods	Dex +1 + and Wis +2 +
Author	Dingobabee +
Canon	true +
Dexterity	+1 +
Features	Age +, Alignment +, Size +, Speed +, Darkvision 60 +, Dual Minded +, Claws +, Broken Bond +, Languages + and Companion +
Identifier	5e Race +
Is Race	true +
Race Name	Wolfen (5e Race) +
Rating	Unrated +
Size	Medium +
Summary	A race of people who soul bind to animal companions and take on appearances similar to them. +
Title	Wolfen +
Type	Humanoid +
Wisdom	+2 +