Long ago, amidst the tapestry of divine beings that once graced the planes of existence, there existed a deity, whose name has long been erased from the annals of known history. Once revered and worshipped by thousands upon millions of mortals, this deity's domain encompassed aspects of creation, knowledge, or perhaps even concepts beyond a mortal’s comprehension. But as the ages passed and civilizations had risen and fell, the once-powerful deity faded into obscurity, forgotten by all but the most ancient of texts and tales, crumbling away into the pure and true era of its mystery.
As the last echoes of prayers and offerings faded into the sands of time, so too did the power and righteousness of this Forgotten God wane. Bereft of worshippers and followers, their divine essence began to fade and surely diminish, until, at long last, they were reduced to that of a mere mortal; their once-mighty form, now humbled and weakened. Now stripped of their former essence, the Forgotten God wanders the worlds as a shadow of their former self, seeking a purpose, and redemption amidst the ruins of their past legacy, from the long gone era of their own divinity.
- Skill Proficiencies: Despite having been stripped of your divine status, the flour still retain faint echoes of your former power. While these remnants are but an infinitesimally microscopic shard of their former glory, they occasionally manifest in subtle ways, offering glimpses of a god's forgotten nature. These manifestations might include moments of uncanny insight, fleeting bursts of unnatural luck, or the ability to commune with ancient spirits and beings long lost to the annals of time. You have advantage on Intelligence (Insight), Wisdom (History), and Charisma (Religion) checks, and are immune to spells or magical items that attempt to read, or permanently alter your mind, except for the spell Wish.
- Languages: Being a god has gifted your knowledge You can speak, read, and write Common and Undercommon, and one more dependent on your alignment, being either Celestial (Good), Primordial (Neutral), or Infernal (Evil).
- Equipment: A symbol or relic of your former divine status (a cracked holy symbol, a tattered tome of forgotten lore, etc.), a set of t clothes, a pouch containing 1 gold piece, and a trinket of your choice that serves as a reminder of your former divine domain.
Despite having been stripped of your divine status, the flour still retain faint echoes of your former power. While these remnants are but an infinitesimally microscopic shard of their former glory, they occasionally manifest in subtle ways, offering glimpses of a god's forgotten nature. These manifestations might include moments of uncanny insight, fleeting bursts of unnatural luck, or the ability to commune with ancient spirits and beings long lost to the annals of time. You have advantage on Intelligence (Insight), Wisdom (History), and Charisma (Religion) checks, and are immune to spells or magical items that attempt to read, or permanently alter your mind, except for the spell Wish.
Suggested Characteristics
The experience of transitioning from a deity of immense favor, to a lowly mortal of little relevance, has left the you with a unique perspective on the worlds. You may harbor bitterness, or regret over your fall from grace; or perhaps you might view your newfound mortality as an opportunity for growth, and redemption. Below are suggested characteristics for a character, whom was once a God:
Personality Traits:
1. Haunted: Memories of past wars and ancient debacles over your divine domain still linger in your mind, leaving you haunted by the specters of your former life.
2. Curious: Stripped of your omniscience, you now find yourself fascinated by all of the many mysteries of the mortal world, and are eager to explore its highs and lows, throughout the thickest and the thin.
3. Resilient: Despite your diminished state, you refuse to yield to the sands of time, drawing upon the strength of your godly heritage to endure the trials of modern mortality.
4. Skeptical: Having witnessed the fickleness of mortal faith firsthand, you harbor a deep-seated skepticism towards matters of religion and divine providence.
Ideals:
1. Redemption: Though you have fallen from the grace of godhood, you still seek to guide mortals, for the hope of forging a new path towards eternal righteousness. (Good)
2. Enlightenment: Through your experiences as a mortal, you strive to gain a deeper understanding of the worlds, and the beings that dwell within them. (Neutral)
3. Dominion: Despite your diminished status, you still yearn for power, and seek to reclaim your former divine status, by any means necessary. (Evil)
Bonds:
1. Atonement: You seek to make amends for the sins of your divine past, and find redemption in the eyes of mortals and gods alike.
2. Legacy: Though forgotten by the world, you cling to the hope that remnants of your former glory still linger within the corners of the planes.
3. Seeker of Truth: Driven by a thirst for knowledge of your downfall, you journey across the world in search of ancient wisdom and the secrets of your own long forgotten history.
Flaws:
1. Pride: Despite your fall from grace, you still harbor a sense of superiority over mortals and gods alike, unable to fully relinquish the pride of your former existence.
2. Isolation: Fearful of being rejected and forgotten once more, you struggle to form meaningful connections with others, preferring solitude rather than companionship.
3. Obsession: The memories of your former power and influence haunt your every waking moment, driving you to obsessive lengths in your quest to reclaim what was once yours.
| d4 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | Haunted: Memories of past wars and ancient debacles over your divine domain still linger in your mind, leaving you haunted by the specters of your former life. |
| 2 | Curious: Stripped of your omniscience, you now find yourself fascinated by all of the many mysteries of the mortal world, and are eager to explore its highs and lows, throughout the thickest and the thin. |
| 3 | Resilient: Despite your diminished state, you refuse to yield to the sands of time, drawing upon the strength of your godly heritage to endure the trials of modern mortality. |
| 4 | Skeptical: Having witnessed the fickleness of mortal faith firsthand, you harbor a deep-seated skepticism towards matters of religion and divine providence. |
| d3 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Redemption: Though you have fallen from the grace of godhood, you still seek to guide mortals, for the hope of forging a new path towards eternal righteousness. (Good) |
| 2 | Enlightenment: Through your experiences as a mortal, you strive to gain a deeper understanding of the worlds, and the beings that dwell within them. (Neutral) |
| 3 | Dominion: Despite your diminished status, you still yearn for power, and seek to reclaim your former divine status, by any means necessary. (Evil) |
| d3 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | Atonement: You seek to make amends for the sins of your divine past, and find redemption in the eyes of mortals and gods alike. |
| 2 | Legacy: Though forgotten by the world, you cling to the hope that remnants of your former glory still linger within the corners of the planes. |
| 3 | Seeker of Truth: Driven by a thirst for knowledge of your downfall, you journey across the world in search of ancient wisdom and the secrets of your own long forgotten history. |
| d3 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | Pride: Despite your fall from grace, you still harbor a sense of superiority over mortals and gods alike, unable to fully relinquish the pride of your former existence. |
| 2 | Isolation: Fearful of being rejected and forgotten once more, you struggle to form meaningful connections with others, preferring solitude rather than companionship. |
| 3 | Obsession: The memories of your former power and influence haunt your every waking moment, driving you to obsessive lengths in your quest to reclaim what was once yours. |
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