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== Namekians ==

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Namekians are an aloof, yet mild mannered race of slug people with a strong sense of justice and impartiality. They are known to have tough warriors, powerful clerics, and even fierce minions.

=== Green and Tough===

Namekians are humanoids with slug-like characteristics, including antennae, light green skin, and pink patches or pale yellow patches(pale yellow in the original manga) appearing throughout their bodies. Elderly Namekians have darker green skin and less prominent pink patches (these appear to become dull-orange as the Namekian advances in age), pointy ears, and red rings, in which they have three red conjoined rings on their ankles and wrists, making them look like they have ankle bands and wristbands. Namekian are also long lived, living to about 500 to 600 years old.

Differences between how Namekians look usually depends upon the clan they are part of. Common Clan Namekians are generally the shortest, being around 4"5 to about 5"10 with unassuming or even sometimes fat physique. The Dragon and Warrior Clan Namkians are usually a lot taller, being around 5"5 to as tall as 8".

Demon Clan Namekians however, are quite different in appearance from the other clans. While those from the Demon clan can look like their kin, their appearance can vary wildly. These Namekians usually have demonic features that distinguish them, such as horns, wings, fins, and the like. They keep their green color , but many often mistake these Namekians as full blooded demons. Their height can go from 4"5 to almost 8" tall.

All Namekians are male, and reproduce asexually by spitting out an egg. Reproduction is usually highly regulated, and only done so with a specific purpose in mind, such as to fill a role in the tribe. This process is very taxing, and usually only the Elder of a tribe is allowed to create other Namekians. The Elder Namekian is able to subtlety influence what clan the Namekian will be, though they are not guarantied to get clan they want. Also, all Elder Namekians have a telepathic link to those that they birth, using this link to give out decrees and sage advice when needed. Demon Clan are born to evil Namekians who wish to have minions, rather than children. Using their evil spawn to terrorize all they come across.

Namekians also have no need for physical food, and can subsist entirely on water. This is do to their advanced digestive system that is able to draw the necessary nutrients for their body from water alone. If they do not have access to water, they will starve and die the same as any other common race. Namekians can still eat and grow food, and usually do so for pleasure, rather than necessity. 

=== Silent and Discerning ===

Namekians are often quiet and mysterious. They believe in a simple and peaceful life, and do not care much for material things. Most Namekians try to stay neutral and far away from most conflicts, but also tend to have a intense hatred for injustice and evil. They have a strong sense of community, and are generally quite hospitable to any who manage to find their hidden villages. But while they may be hospitable, they also can be extremely cautious and distrustful of others, due to their connection to the Dragon Balls. 

On occasion there are evil Namekians. These Namekians are usually evil to the extreme, killing without remorse or purpose and indulging in every desire. These Namekians are usually immediately killed, or exile by the tribe.

Namekians have a 3 Clan system, comprised of the Common Clan, Warrior Clan, and Dragon Clan. Common Clan Namekians serve as day to day workers and tradesmen, ensuring that the tribe has everything is needs to survive and thrive, and unsurprisingly, are what a typical tribe is comprised of. Warrior Clan Namekians are the protectors and guardians of the tribe, protecting the tribe from hostile forces and keeping the peace within the tribe as well. They are typically more rare and only generally only venture away from the tribe to take care of an impending threat. Dragon Clan Namekians are the most rare of the Namekians. Most tribes only have only 1 or 2 Dragon Clan members. These Namekians serve as the tribes spiritual leaders and shamans, guiding and protecting the tribe. They are also often the oldest of the Namekians in the tribe. Especially powerful ones are even said to be masters of magical items.

There is a 4th clan however, the Demon Clan. These Namekians are born of another evil Namekian. These Namekians are usually incredibly evil, with their only goal being to further their masters plans and to indulge in their every desire. Some may try to resist their evil nature, but will find that it is an uphill battle. The other 3 Clans often refuse to acknowledge the Demon Clan as even Namekian, and do not attempt to interact with them in any way, unless it is to stop their evil acts.

=== The Serene Grasslands of Namek ===

Namekians have a very peaceful and simple homeworld. Its only features include rolling grasslands and and archipelagos with blue grass. This landscape is also littered with blue fuzzy palm trees and a great amount of green-tinted water lakes. Namekian usually live in isolated tribes scattered around the planet, keeping in touch every so often.

If not on their home planet, Namekians keep their tribes in the most isolated parts of the world. Hidden Valleys, icy tundras, and high mountain tops, if its hard to get to, it qualifies has a good place to set a village. Most of them will be set up near a source of clean water, as that is one of the only resources they truly require. The only setting they will not generally be found in is a desert area, due to the lack of water, and that they do not like arid environments.

=== Dragon Balls and Dragons ===

A well know secret of the Namekian race, is their ability to create the Dragon Balls, 7 magical orbs that can summon a wish granting dragon god. This dragon god serves as the Namekians god, and is revered and treated with extreme dignity and respect. These 7 magical orbs are extremely hard to find, as they are spread across the material plane, usually in the most dangerous or isolated places. Only when you gather all 7 may you summon forth the mighty dragon god to receive your wish. Once the wish is granted, the balls are then scattered throughout the material plane once again, and cannot be found until a year has passed. 

Only the most powerful and wisest of the Dragon Clan Namekians can create these magical orbs. When creating them, he must link his very life to them. If the creator of the Dragon Balls dies, the Dragon Balls become nothing more than worthless stones and cease to function. Also, the more powerful the creator of the Dragon Balls are, the more powerful the wish can be, or the more wishes it can have.

Also, due to the reverence of their dragon god, Namekians view dragons as higher beings. They view metallic dragons as champions of justice and power, and in the case of particularly powerful metallic dragons, some tribes even might offer to serve them if they would allow it. However, they view chromatic dragons as evil mockery of their gods visage, and hate them with a passion. These viewpoints translate to {{SRD5|Dragonborn}} as well, but in a less extreme way. They view metallic Dragonborn as naturally trustworthy folk, and greet them warmly. Chromatic Dragonborn they view as the spawn of evil, and will be extremely mistrusting of them and their actions.

=== Intolerant of Injustice ===

As mentioned before, Namekians generally hate evil and injustice. It is not uncommon for young Namekians to venture outside their isolated tribes to stop evil actions and deeds that they may see or hear of, especially if it threatens the safety and well being of their people. Other times they could be charged with an important task by the leader. Other, less kindhearted, Namekians will venture out to satisfy their desires for power and wealth, often at the expense of others.

=== Namekian Names ===

'''Male Names: ''' Piccolo, Nail, Drum, Tambourine, Dende, Cymbal, Piano, Cargo, Moori, Tsuno, Katas

'''Note'''- Most names are either a pun about snails or slugs, or a musical instrument.

=== Namekian Traits ===

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|trait1name= Acute Hearing
|trait1desc= A Namekian has very sensitive ears, and can easily hear quiet conversations across a room. You have proficiency in the {{SRD5|Perception}} skill.

|trait2name= Sonic Sensitivity
|trait2desc= Because of a Namekians acute hearing, they are incredibly sensitive to intense sounds, or certain frequencies. You have disadvantage on all saves against attacks that deal {{SRD5|Thunder}} damage, and any attacks that deal {{SRD5|Thunder}} damage have advantage against you as well.

|trait3name= Thick Hide
|trait3desc= Namekians are mostly composed of water. Because of this, they have naturally evolved to resist extreme drops in temperature. You have {{SRD5|resistance}} to {{SRD5|cold}} damage. 

|trait4name= Limb Regeneration
|trait4desc= Because of a Namekians unique biology, they have the ability to regenerate any lost appendage. You may expend 2 Hit die as an action to instantly regrow a lost appendage.

|trait5name= Limited Sustenance
|trait5desc= Namekians can survive off water alone, and do not need food to survive. You do not need to consume any food to survive, but still require water.

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|languages= {{SRD5|Common}}, and Namekian
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|subrace= There are 4 subraces of Namekians that exist, each with their own purpose and goals. The first subrace is the Common Clan; these Namekians are the most common of the Namkian race, and while do not excel in any respect, still are very hardy people. The second subrace is the Dragon Clan; these Namekians serves as spiritual leaders and priest, practicing magic and mystical arts. The third subrace is the Warrior Clan; these Namekians are born fighters, serving as protectors and local law enforcement, ensuring the peace and destroying evil. The fourth and final subrace is the Demon Clan; these Namekians are generally evil Namekians, who where born with demonic traits. These Namekians usually spread evil and destruction, most often serving as underlings for evil beings.
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==Subraces==

{{:Common Clan (5e Subrace)}}

{{:Warrior Clan (5e Subrace)}}

{{:Dragon Clan (5e Subrace)}}

{{:Demon Clan (5e Subrace)}}


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