Nautilans
The great deceivers, Nautilans are humanoids that share many features with what humans refer to as, Cephalapods. Often touted as the wisest, most cunning, species in existence; solving problems with mathematics, logic, and science comes as easily as to them as breathing does to men. Cold and calculating, many attribute a cruelty and malice to their actions as they rarely fumble with morality that does not add up to the calculations, which they deem, as determining factors for success. The ethical questions which often leave men pondering for a lifetime, are often answered in seconds by your average Nautilan. As they would not hesitate to flip a switch which might kill half the population of a planet, yet propel the survivors into utopia from which the entire galaxy might benefit.
Hunted for generations due to their values, they learned that discretion is truly the better part of valor, tending to speak to those outside their own kin only when they feel it is absolutely necessary. To one another, communication is performed non-verbally, as the species can change its pigment to convey a completely visual language to one another, or blend into their environment. Even if an outsider is able to understand Nautilan, there is much that simply does not translate, and of course they cannot reply in the language as no other species is able to physically replicate it without the use of electronics. It is unknown how long Nautilan's are able to live, however, it is clear that they can outlive any of their humanoid counterparts, potentially reaching immortality.
Culture
Nautilans value patience and learning. Much of their culture revolves around the acquisition and retention of knowledge. As well as, in its application. To others, Nautilans can seem cold and un-empathetic due to their very logical thought processes and secretive natures. Their culture is viewed as outsiders to be selfish, causing many peoples of the other races to despise them for hoarding the secrets of the universe to themselves. Making an enemy of a Nautilan can be a very dangerous thing to do. Though they are rarely brash and avoid violence when possible, they possess a calm and calculated nature. So that when they do strike, they do so with speed and precision, removing any possibilities for their opponent to counterattack.
attributes
Lifespan
Nautilans tend to live from 8,000-10,000 years.
Languages
You can speak, read, and write Common and Nautilan. [LANGUAGES]
Size
Nautiilans tend to be slightly shorter than humans. Size: Medium
Ability Score Increase
All Nautilans start off with +2 Intelligence and +1 Wisdom.
Racial Traits
Darkvision. You are able to see in dim light and non-anomalous darkness as if it were daytime.
Ancient Being. Nautilans are able to communicate non verbally with one another via pigment shifts in their skin. Though, it is possible for other creatures to understand this language, it is impossible for them to speak it without technological or written means.
Pigment Shift. Nautilans have the ability to change their pigment to match their surroundings, giving them advantage on stealth checks when trying to hide. Though, certain attire can negate these affect, this ability can be used at will.
Tentacle wrap. Nautilans have advantage on grappling checks if they are able to implement their tentacles.