Loyal Priest

You are no simple initiate or acolyte. You are a priest, one already higher up in the religious hierarchy of the institution you preach in. None can claim fealty as much as you when it comes to faith in the god, the leader of this religious body. Your belief is unshakeable and your loyalty is not to be questioned. You know the artifacts and magics of your deity inside and out, as your intense faith amplifies your knowledge. Your peers know of your intense dedication and respect you for your life's work and contributions. However, this territory can mean trouble when confronted with those of opposing sects or religions, as your stalwart faith is an affront to them.

When making a loyal priest, keep in mind that you always answer to some higher power. You may not necessarily be a constant sycophant of a deity. Perhaps your loyalty is to a king, who has a divine mandate, or even simply to the head of a religious body, like a pope. Also, consider how you scaled this hierarchy to become a priest or even a high priest. Were you just a bright-eyed initiate too? Are you traveling to preach of your religious views or lead a divine purge on nonbelievers?

Skill Proficiencies: Religion and Arcana

Tool Proficiencies: Calligrapher's Supplies

Languages: Latin

Hebrew

Arabic

Aramaic

Equipment: Religious vestments of your sect (fine clothes), a censer and a block of incense, a prayer book with a holy symbol on it, and a pouch with 10 gp

 

Suggested Characteristics

Loyal priests can be varying in temperament. Some are hard-headed and intolerant of criticisms to their faith or loyalty. Others are kinder, adhering to sweet words to soften up possible converts.