Goliath

Goliaths were created by the Tallstrider. These giantkin are large and hardy fighters who live in tribal societies in the frigid northern reaches of Ventaris and Asanora. Their history is one of warfare and conquest, as they live a life of pillaging and ransacking their neighbors. As such, they don't have many diplomatic ties with any empires in the world, though the Asanorian Empire did briefly employ them in the Great War. In goliath tribes, the strongest rules the rest, and only for as long as they are the strongest. They are a gifted seafaring people, and their quick raids against coastal settlements instill fear in any who live near them. Their main settlement is Icerock in Asanora.

Ability Score Increase. Your Strength score increases by 2, and your Constitution score increases by 1.

Age. Goliaths have lifespans comparable to humans. They enter adulthood in their late teens and usually live less than a century.

Alignment. Goliath society, with its clear roles and tasks, has a strong lawful bent. The goliath sense of fairness, balanced with an emphasis on selfsufficiency and personal accountability, pushes them toward neutrality.

Size. Goliaths are between 7 and 8 feet tall and weigh between 280 and 340 pounds. Your size is Medium.

Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Powerful Build. You count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push, drag, or lift.

Mountain Born. You’re acclimated to high altitude, including elevations above 20,000 feet. You’re also naturally adapted to cold climates, as described in chapter 5 of the Dungeon Master’s Guide.

Natural Athlete. You have proficiency in the Athletics skill.

Stone’s Endurance. You can focus yourself to occasionally shrug off injury. When you take damage, you can use your reaction to roll a d12. Add your Constitution modifier to the number rolled, and reduce the damage by that total. After you use this trait, you can’t use it again until you finish a short or long rest.

Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and Giant.