Lore:
The Bloodreavers are a fearsome lineage of Brutes who draw their strength and power from a dark and ancient bloodline. Descendants of an ancient clan with ties to forbidden rituals, they possess an uncanny resilience and unmatched ferocity in battle. Bloodreavers are often shrouded in mystery and are whispered about in hushed tones.
Stats:
The Bloodreavers lineage provides inherent bonuses to specific attributes:
Strength: +2
Constitution: +1
Appearance:
Bloodreavers bear physical marks that reflect their lineage. They may have deep crimson eyes that seem to smolder with an inner fire, or their skin may have a subtle reddish hue. Some Bloodreavers possess intricate tattoos or scarification patterns that symbolize their connection to their ancestral bloodline.
Positives:
Blood Frenzy: Bloodreavers tap into a primal rage within themselves, gaining increased strength and endurance in the heat of battle. When their health drops below a certain threshold, they gain a temporary boost to their attack rolls and damage rolls.
Resilient Vitality: Bloodreavers possess a heightened resilience and remarkable stamina, allowing them to endure punishing blows. They gain advantage on Constitution saving throws or checks to resist exhaustion or physical strain.
Bloodrage Resistance: Bloodreavers have a natural resistance to effects that seek to manipulate or control their minds or emotions. They gain advantage on saving throws against charm, fear, or mind-affecting spells or abilities.
Blood Pact: Bloodreavers can tap into the latent power of their bloodline to form a pact with their ancestral spirits. Once per long rest, they can temporarily channel the spirits’ power, gaining enhanced combat abilities or access to special techniques.
Negatives:
Dark Temptation: The connection to their dark bloodline carries a constant temptation to succumb to primal urges or darker impulses. Bloodreavers may face internal struggles or challenges related to maintaining control over their emotions or violent tendencies.
Blood Curse: The power within their bloodline can manifest as a curse, affecting their physical or mental well-being. Bloodreavers may experience moments of weakness, sudden bouts of pain, or afflictions tied to their ancestral blood, potentially imposing disadvantages on certain ability checks or saving throws.
Stigmatized Legacy: The dark reputation of their bloodline can lead to distrust or prejudice from others. Bloodreavers may face challenges in social interactions or encounters where their lineage is known, potentially leading to disadvantageous outcomes or limited opportunities.