tabaxi

Tabaxi are a race of humanoid felines in the Dungeons & Dragons fantasy role-playing game. Introduced in fifth edition sourcebooks, they are native to tropical jungles and are renowned for curiosity, wanderlust, and a love of stories.

Physically, tabaxi resemble lithe, upright cats. They have fur patterns that range from tawny to spotted, long tails, and sharp features. They are agile climbers and runners with keen senses, well suited to stealth and quick bursts of movement.

Society and culture among tabaxi tends toward nomadic bands or small tribes. Their culture centers on storytelling, lore, and the pursuit of knowledge and treasure. They collect tales as currency and often travel widely to hear, trade, or add to their libraries of legends.

In game terms, tabaxi possess several racial traits that reflect their feline heritage. They typically receive bonuses to Dexterity and Wisdom, have darkvision, and possess natural weapons in the form of claws. A notable feature is Feline Agility, a burst of speed that allows them to double their movement on a turn, usable again only after moving 0 feet on a turn. Tabaxi are often portrayed as curious, observant, and quick-thinking.

Languages commonly include Common and their own language, with the option to learn additional languages as appropriate. Tabaxi are versatile in adventuring parties, frequently favored for classes that benefit from mobility, stealth, and storytelling—such as rogues, rangers, and bards.