The sea contains a variety of unique races, though none are quite as unfortunate as the Locathah. The Locathah are bipedal fish that have wide, toothy smiles. Though they are capable of breathing air, they need to frequently submerge themselves in water to keep from suffocating.
Locathah have a long history of enslavement by other races. They have been seen as the doormat of the subaquatic races because of their average abilities and more gentle disposition. Most Locathah are now free and live together in hunter-gatherer communities.
While Locathah speak Aquan, most of their names come from things they find at the bottom of the sea, or what they overhear from sailors. While it may sound different or have its own word in Aquan, most names are directly translated into common when Locathah speak with common speakers.
Good Locathah Names
Locathah name their children and themselves after what they know. After the years of enslavement they endured, they found that Aquan names bring bad memories of these times, and so they began naming their children after the things found in shipwrecks on the seafloor. This nautical tradition has only strengthened as they have had more contact with land-dwelling humanoids.
- Azimuth
- Decky
- Fusta
- Nautica
- Viol
- Tally
- Laker
- Iceber
Lace
Her determination was greater than none other, as to be a wizard requires books, but books and water do not mix.
- Des’patch
- Hydro
- Bow
- Anchor
Voyage
While he boasts of playing at all seven seas, he often gets quiet when you ask who his audience was.
- Hampa
- Icing
- Ox’aye
Boomer
As the chief, he often prides himself on his strength, though the latest round of guppies seems to be questioning his qualities as a true leader.
- Hawser
- Hoop
- Reef
Pearl
Quiet, reserved, and apparently beautiful, her heartfelt prayers to Eadro help protect the people of her clan.
- Ghali
- Nipper
- Raft
Locathah Female Names
Most land-dwelling humanoids will have a near-impossible time telling the difference between male and female Locathah. The most notable difference is the orange stripe that shows the egg sac. However, this can only be seen during spawning season. Locathah eggs are a delicacy in some coastline towns.
- Janus
- Dolly
- Adrift
- Whelkie
- Ketch
- Kellet
- Cotchel
- Gale
Olive
Named for her mute green hue, she found herself at home among the seaweed and learned magical secrets from them.
- Ruffle
- Escort
- Kanga
Lolly
The crossbow she found among the wreckage seemed like a fun toy at first, but when she first used it above the water she realized its deadly accuracy.
- Dunsel
- Fantail
- Abeam
Tonna
Known as “Dry Tonna” she has practiced her ability to stay out of the water for long periods. This has helped hone her mind, body, and spirit.
- Ferry
- Chalupa
- Natal
Locathah Male Names
While male Locathah are often seen as the leaders of tribes, this is not the case in larger communities. While they are still the ones that go and find food for the tribe, many big decisions are made by a council of matriarchs whose eggs will make up the next generation of Locathah.
- Tail
- Jib
- Drogue
- Admiral
- Wale
- Koy
- Kite
- Embay
Deadeye
What he lacks in depth perception he makes up for in his rapid trident attacks. He still keeps how he lost his eye a secret to those around him.
- Opah
- Rudder
- Gill
Killick
At any new shipwreck, you are sure to find him rummaging through for anything that he can use to help in the creation of his land-dwelling automaton.
- Lee’oh
- Echo
- Fin
Abaft
Deeper, and yet deeper, most don’t dare swim into the dark depths. Though he’s heard stories of great power that lies in these great depths.
- Tompion
- Furl
- Cuddy
Locathah characters are very unique and can be quite difficult to play in a normal campaign. They may normally only be played in aquatic settings, but talk to your DM about the possibility of playing one in other ways. When picking a name, consider all types of nautical inspirations.
I hope this article helped you pick a name for your Locathah character. If you have any strong names or opinions of your own, feel free to leave them in the comments. Thanks for reading!
