Tidebound Elves

Tidebound Elves are a general mystery outside of the ocean and have been mistaken for sea monsters in the past. Like sirens and mermaids, there appear to be both hostile and benevolent Tidebound Elves. Some Tidebound Elves are rumored to have bioluminescent features to navigate the abyss of the sea. Their horns can resemble corals.

ability score increase: Your Charisma score increases by 2 and you increase one ability score of your choice by 1.

age: Although elves reach physical maturity at about the same age as humans, the elven understanding of adulthood goes beyond physical growth to encompass worldly experience. An elf typically claims adulthood and an adult name around the age of 100 and can live to be 750 years old.

alignment: neutral

Size: Medium

speed: Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Languages: Common, Elven

race features:
Darkvision. Accustomed to deep waters, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 90 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. Child of the Sea. You have a swimming speed of 30 feet, and you can breathe air and water. Ocean's Chosen. You know the Shape Water cantrip. Friend of the Sea. Using gestures and sounds, you can communicate simple ideas with any beast that has an innate swimming speed.