Minotaurs are imposing humanoid creatures with the body of a powerfully built human and the head of a bull. Originating from labyrinthine complexes and rugged highlands, Minotaurs combine brute strength with a surprising level of cunning and spiritual depth. Their society, though often perceived as primitive from the outside, is rich with traditions that honor strength, courage, and the guidance of their ancestors.
Society and Culture
Minotaur society is deeply hierarchical, organized around clans or tribes led by the strongest among them. Their culture celebrates feats of strength and martial prowess, with competitions and duels a common aspect of their festivals and rituals. However, Minotaurs also possess a deeply spiritual side, venerating ancestors and the spirits of nature through elaborate ceremonies and offerings.
Relations with Other Races
Due to their imposing presence and martial culture, Minotaurs are often met with caution or outright fear by other races. However, those who look beyond the surface find that Minotaurs are capable of loyalty, deep thinking, and a sense of honor that rivals that of the most civilized societies. Minotaurs are willing to form alliances or friendships with those who respect their strength and honor their traditions.
Minotaur Adventurers
Minotaur adventurers might seek to prove their worth, explore beyond their traditional homelands, or follow a calling that aligns with their personal or spiritual quests. In adventuring parties, Minotaurs are often the frontline warriors, using their strength and horns to devastating effect. Yet, they also bring a unique perspective, combining a warrior’s heart with a mystic’s soul, navigating challenges both physical and spiritual with equal fervor.
Age
Minotaurs reach adulthood by the age of 17 and can live up to 150 years, aging with dignity and strength.Alignment
Minotaurs tend towards chaotic alignments, valuing freedom and personal power. They can be of any moral alignment, with their personal code often heavily influenced by their culture and life experiences.
Size
Minotaurs stand between 7 and 8 feet tall, with some reaching up to nearly 9 feet. Their broad, muscular frames weigh around 300 to 350 pounds.Your size is medium.
Speed
Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
Your base swimming speed is 15 feet*.
Your base climbing speed is 15 feet*.
* calculated speed.
Languages
You can speak, read, and write: Common and 1 other language.
Ability Score Increase
- Strength: +2
- Constitution: +1
Race Features
Horns
You have large, formidable horns which you can use to make unarmed strikes. When you hit with them, you deal 1d6 + your Strength modifier piercing damage.
Labyrinthine Recall
You can perfectly recall any path you have traveled, reflecting your innate connection to mazes and complex structures.
Goring Rush
When you use the Dash action during your turn, you can make a melee attack with your horns as a bonus action.
Hammering Horns
Immediately after you hit a creature with a melee attack on your turn, you can use a bonus action to attempt to shove that creature with your horns. The target must be no more than one size larger than you and within 5 feet of you.
Lore
The Stream
Credits: Game Squires