Prongi are a diverse group of amphibian-like beings dwelling in remote forests, marshes, and other untamed wilderness far from civilized lands. Known for their curiosity, the few prongi who venture into human realms are often loyal and energetic companions, fascinated by the marvels of urban life. However, the natural world they inhabit is harsh; only one out of ten prongi offspring survive their first year, and a similarly small fraction live to reproduce, leading them to lay hundreds of eggs to ensure the species' survival. Prongi villages prefer to stay isolated, fostering unique customs and adaptations suited to their environment, whether in swampy marshlands, dense jungles, or even arid deserts.
Prongi appearance and culture vary significantly by region, as their features adapt to local climates and ecosystems. This diversity has led to frequent misunderstandings between scholars and explorers, who often misclassify different prongi colonies as separate races or mistakenly view unique groups as one and the same. Most prongi rarely interact with broader civilizations, although some individuals may venture beyond their secluded villages, driven by a desire to explore. These explorers often face culture shock, and while many return home after a few years, others are so enchanted by the outside world that they spend their lives as travelers, forever seeking the thrill of new experiences.
Prongi Traits
Age. Prongi mature to adulthood in a single year, but have been known to live up to 50 years.
Size. Prongi stand between 2½ and 3½ feet tall and average about 30 pounds. Your size is Small.
Speed: You have a base walking speed of 25 feet
Amphibious. You can breathe air and water.
Darkvision. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.
Poison Immunity. You're immune to poison damage and the poisoned condition.
Poisonous Skin. Any creature of your choice that grapples you or otherwise comes into direct contact with your skin must succeed on a DC 12 Constitution saving throw or become poisoned for 1 minute. A poisoned creature no longer in direct contact with you can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success.
You can also apply this poison to any piercing weapon as part of an attack with that weapon, though when you hit the poison reacts differently. The target must succeed on a DC 12 Constitution saving throw or take 2d4 poison damage.
Subrace. Choose one of the subraces below.
