You are a member of the Oculaeus, a strange and spiritual faction that dedicates their lives to studying the celestial bodies and astronomical events that fill the skies above, all in the pursuit of power and knowledge. To accomplish this, members of the Oculaeus use highly sophisticated and magical contraptions known as Celestial Observers, which require a dangerous and potentially fatal attunement process to utilize.
- Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, Perception
- Languages: Celestial
- Equipment: A piece of jewelry bearing the symbol of the Oculaeus, various scrolls and charts depicting constellations, a spyglass, a set of traveler’s clothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp.
Feature: Guiding Lights
The countless hours you’ve spent studying the stars has granted you the ability to easily discern certain phenomena; while you can see the sky, you always know which way is north and what time of the day it is.
Suggested Characteristics
Members of the Oculaeus are curious and erudite individuals with a deep and almost spiritual fascination of celestial bodies and the cosmos at large.
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My mood depends on the weather; the clearer the sky, the better it is.
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2
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I refuse to do anything dangerous or risky during or right before an important celestial event, such a new moon or equinox.
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3
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There are no coincidences. Period.
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4
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I am practically nocturnal, preferring to sleep during the day so I can watch the stars at night.
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5
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I can discuss the names of stars and constellations for hours.
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6
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I have a great love for mysteries.
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7
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I consult the stars before making any important decisions.
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8
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I spend much of my spare time drawing maps and charts of stars and constellations.
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Ideal |
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Understanding. I wish to learn all that I can about the universe. (Neutral)
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Discovery. I must be the first to solve an ancient astronomical puzzle or to witness a certain astronomical event. (Any)
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3
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Power. Through studying the stars I will harness enough power to subjugate and control all who dare oppose me. (Evil)
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4
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Knowledge. Morals and rules be damned, imagine what could be learned! (Chaotic)
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5
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Protection. Through my work, I can foretell dangerous events and help prevent them. (Good)
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6
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Determinism. Our fates are written in the stars, and we should not defy this. (Lawful)
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Bond |
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I want to bring attention and fame to the Oculaeus and the work we do.
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2
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I once witnessed a major astronomical event, the meaning of which I am still trying to solve.
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3
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When I dream, otherworldly beings from the Astral Plane speak to me.
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4
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I have a teacher within the Oculaeus who taught me everything I know.
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5
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A close friend died after attempting to attune to a Celestial Observer.
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6
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I want to create a device that allows anyone to study the stars, not just members of the Oculaeus.
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Flaw |
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I often ascribe too much meaning to everyday events.
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2
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I will stop at nothing to learn more about the stars above.
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3
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I have a tendency to ramble when talking about constellations, stars and otherworldly phenomena.
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4
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I look down upon those who believe in chance or free will.
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5
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I am hopelessly disorganized, and often lose important items or documents.
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6
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I often neglect my mental and physical health in favor of my research.
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