You have spent your life in the service of a Saint Azreal. You are part of the Militant arm.
- Skill Proficiencies: Insight, Religion
- Languages: Two of your choice
- Equipment: A holy symbol (a gift to you when you entered the priesthood), a prayer book or prayer wheel, 5 sticks of incense, vestments, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 15 gp.
As a member of the Faith Militant of Saint Azreal, you are revered not only for your spiritual devotion but also for your martial prowess and unwavering dedication to protecting the faithful and sacred sites. You can expect certain benefits from this status:
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Sanctuary and Aid: Wherever there are followers of Saint Azreal, you and your companions can find sanctuary. Monasteries, temples, and shrines dedicated to Saint Azreal will provide you with free healing and care, provided the resources are available. You and your party can stay at these places without cost for up to a week.
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Martial Support: Faith Militants are often provided with basic supplies and assistance in their missions. You can secure access to mundane weapons, armor, and provisions from any community of Saint Azreal's followers, provided they have such resources. In times of great need, a local leader might even loan you a magical item or relic for the duration of a specific mission.
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Divine Favor: Your reputation and pious dedication earn you respect and deference from common folk and clergy alike. You can call upon the faithful to aid you in minor tasks, such as gathering information, spreading a message, or arranging a meeting with a local leader. This respect also means that you are more likely to receive leniency from those who share or respect your faith.
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Rite of Armament: In recognition of your dedication, once per month, you can undergo a special blessing ritual at a temple or shrine of Saint Azreal. This rite temporarily enhances your martial abilities, granting you a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls with a weapon of your choice for 24 hours. Alternatively, you can choose to receive a +1 bonus to AC for the same duration.
These benefits reflect the unique role of a Faith Militant, blending spiritual support with martial readiness, and underscore the sacred duty of protecting the faith and its followers.
Suggested Characteristics
Acolytes are shaped by their experience in temples or other religious communities. Their study of the history and tenets of their faith and their relationships to temples, shrines, or hierarchies affect their mannerisms and ideals. Their flaws might be some hidden hypocrisy or heretical idea, or an ideal or bond taken to an extreme.
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I idolize a particular hero of my faith, and constantly refer to that person’s deeds and example. |
| 2 | I can find common ground between the fiercest enemies, empathizing with them and always working toward peace. |
| 3 | I see omens in every event and action. The gods try to speak to us, we just need to listen. |
| 4 | Nothing can shake my optimistic attitude. |
| 5 | I quote (or misquote) sacred texts and proverbs in almost every situation. |
| 6 | I am tolerant (or intolerant) of other faiths and respect (or condemn) the worship of other gods. |
| 7 | I’ve enjoyed fine food, drink, and high society among my temple’s elite. Rough living grates on me. |
| 8 | I’ve spent so long in the temple that I have little practical experience dealing with people in the outside world. |
| d6 | Ideal |
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| 1 | Tradition. The ancient traditions of worship and sacrifice must be preserved and upheld. (Lawful) |
| 2 | Charity. I always try to help those in need, no matter what the personal cost. (Good) |
| 3 | Change. We must help bring about the changes the gods are constantly working in the world. (Chaotic) |
| 4 | Power. I hope to one day rise to the top of my faith’s religious hierarchy. (Lawful) |
| 5 | Faith. I trust that my deity will guide my actions. I have faith that if I work hard, things will go well. (Lawful) |
| 6 | Aspiration. I seek to prove myself worthy of my god’s favor by matching my actions against his or her teachings. (Any) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I would die to recover an ancient relic of my faith that was lost long ago. |
| 2 | I will someday get revenge on the corrupt temple hierarchy who branded me a heretic. |
| 3 | I owe my life to the priest who took me in when my parents died. |
| 4 | Everything I do is for the common people. |
| 5 | I will do anything to protect the temple where I served. |
| 6 | I seek to preserve a sacred text that my enemies consider heretical and seek to destroy. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I judge others harshly, and myself even more severely. |
| 2 | I put too much trust in those who wield power within my temple’s hierarchy. |
| 3 | My piety sometimes leads me to blindly trust those that profess faith in my god. |
| 4 | I am inflexible in my thinking. |
| 5 | I am suspicious of strangers and expect the worst of them. |
| 6 | Once I pick a goal, I become obsessed with it to the detriment of everything else in my life. |
Contacts
Keeper of Relics:
Brother Aric: meticulous and knowledgeable monk who has devoted his life to preserving the relics of Saint Azreal.
- Relationship: Custodian of holy artifacts and relics.
- Description: The individual responsible for safeguarding and maintaining sacred relics associated with Saint Azreal. They assist you in locating and utilizing powerful religious artifacts. He is also a scholar who studies the ancient scriptures and prophecies of Saint Azreal, providing you with crucial information and deciphering cryptic messages.
- Location: Leilon Priory
Captain of the Faith Militant:
Brother Captain Thrain: a battle-hardened veteran known for his tactical genius and unwavering dedication to Saint Azreal.
- Relationship: Commanding officer and comrade-in-arms.
- Description: A seasoned warrior who leads the Faith Militant. They provide military support, strategic advice, and reinforcement when needed.
- Location: Leilon Priory
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