St'rm

Mysterious and Enigmatic Beings:

The St'rm are a race shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Their origins are a closely
guarded secret, with rumors and speculation surrounding their true nature. They
embrace this enigma, delighting in keeping others guessing. The St'rm revel in
their aura of mystery, never fully revealing the depths of their history or the
extent of their powers.

Graceful and Elegant:

The St'rm are known for their elegance and grace, moving with a fluidity that
captivates all who witness them. Their every step, every gesture, is imbued with a
mesmerizing beauty. Through their rhythmic movements, the St'rm channel a unique
form of magic, harnessing the power of their dance to weave spells and manifest
their will.

Matriarchal Society and Warrior Tradition:

In St'rm society, females hold a position of great reverence and authority. The
most famous and skilled warriors among them are often female, their prowess
unmatched. This distinction may be due, in part, to unusual differences between the
sexes that give females an advantage in combat. St'rm warriors embody the strength
and power of femininity, fiercely defending their kin and upholding the matriarchal
traditions.

Alliances and Friendship:

The St'rm hold a deep respect for other races and honor strong alliances and
friendships. Despite their mysterious nature, they forge bonds of trust and
camaraderie with those they deem worthy. St'rm are known for their loyalty and
willingness to support their allies, valuing the strength found in unity. These
alliances, once formed, are cherished and enduring.

Battle as Dance, Dance as Magic:

To the St'rm, battle is akin to a dance, a carefully choreographed movement where
each step and strike holds profound meaning. They view combat as an art form, their
graceful steps blending seamlessly with the flow of battle. This unique perspective
allows them to draw upon the inherent magic of their dance, infusing their
movements with arcane power.

Proud Scions of Serpentine Heritage:

The St'rm bear the unmistakable scaly features reminiscent of serpents. Their
reptilian traits, far from being a source of shame, are a source of pride and
identity. The shimmering scales that adorn their bodies serve as a symbol of their
heritage and their connection to the natural world. Their serpentine nature grants
them agility, resilience, and a certain air of mystery.

St'rm Traits:

Ability Score Modifiers: St'rm are graceful and possess natural agility. They gain
+2 Dexterity, +2 Charisma, and -2 Strength.

Size: St'rm are Medium creatures.

Type: St'rm are Humanoid creatures with the Reptilian subtype.

Base Speed: St'rm have a base speed of 30 feet.

Rhythmic Movement: St'rm take pride in their graceful movements and the power they
derive from them. They gain a +2 racial bonus on Acrobatics and Perform (dance)
checks.

Natural Weapons: St'rm have a natural bite attack that deals 1d4 points of damage.

Low-Light Vision: St'rm can see twice as far as humans in conditions of dim light.

Mesmeric Dance: St'rm have an innate talent for captivating others with their
mesmerizing dance. Once per day as a standard action, a St'rm can perform a dance
that grants all allies within 30 feet a +1 morale bonus on saving throws against
charm and fear effects for a number of rounds equal to the St'rm's Charisma
modifier.

Serpentine Resistance: St'rm possess a natural resistance to poison. They gain a +2

racial bonus on saving throws against poison.

Languages: St'rm begin play speaking Common and Draconic. St'rm with high
Intelligence scores can choose from the following additional languages: Elven,
Sylvan, and any regional languages.

Racial Feats:

Enchanting Rhythm
Prerequisites: St'rm
Benefit: Your rhythmic movements and mesmerizing dance have a greater impact on
others. The morale bonus granted by your Mesmeric Dance racial ability increases to
+2. Additionally, creatures affected by your Mesmeric Dance are also immune to the
dazed condition for the duration of the effect.

Serpent's Agility
Prerequisites: St'rm
Benefit: Your natural agility and serpentine nature grant you enhanced mobility.
You gain a +10-foot racial bonus to your base speed. This bonus increases to +20
feet at 10th level and +30 feet at 20th level.

Dance of Shadows
Prerequisites: St'rm, Rhythmic Movement racial trait
Benefit: Your graceful steps and rhythmic movements allow you to blend seamlessly
into the shadows. You gain a +2 racial bonus on Stealth checks and a +2 racial
bonus on saving throws against spells and effects that would detect or reveal your
location through magical means.

Scales of Resistance
Prerequisites: St'rm
Benefit: Your scaly skin provides enhanced protection against harmful effects. You
gain energy resistance 5 against acid. This resistance increases to 10 at 10th
level and 15 at 20th level. Additionally, you gain a +2 racial bonus on saving
throws against spells and effects that would inflict ability damage or drain.

Harmonious Strike
Prerequisites: St'rm, Rhythmic Movement racial trait
Benefit: Your graceful movements and rhythmic steps enhance your combat prowess.
When making a full attack action, if at least two of your attacks hit the same
target, you gain a +2 bonus on the damage rolls of subsequent successful attacks
against that target during the same round.

Serpent's Enigma
Prerequisites: St'rm
Benefit: Your enigmatic nature and mysterious origins grant you an air of intrigue.
You gain a +2 racial bonus on Bluff and Sense Motive checks. Additionally, you gain
a +2 racial bonus on saving throws against spells and effects that would detect or
discern your true nature or intentions.