Gem Knight ◄𝕲𝖔𝖇𝖑𝖎𝖓►

 

In the mystical realm of Dragonlance, where ancient gods and powerful magic shape the fate of mortals, the Gem Knights emerge as a beacon of honor and valor. Their origins intertwine with the illustrious Knights of Solamnia, a revered order of chivalry dedicated to the protection of Solamnia and the ideals of goodness.

The Birth of the Gem Knights

Long ago, during the tumultuous aftermath of the Cataclysm, when the world of Krynn reeled from the devastation, a visionary knight named Vinas Solamnus received a divine vision. Paladine, Kiri-Jolith, and Habbakuk—the benevolent gods—spoke to him in unison. They revealed the existence of ancient gemstones imbued with celestial magic, remnants of a forgotten age.

Vinas gathered a small band of loyal knights, each from noble families that had pledged allegiance to him after the fall of the Empire of Ergoth. Among them were Berthel Brightblade, Peradur Soth, Gabriel Di Caela, and Elias Solamnus. These knights became the first Gem Knights, their destinies forever entwined with the radiant gems they carried.

The Oath and the Measure

The Gem Knights live by a sacred code known as the Oath of Est Sularus oth Mithas—“My honor is my life.” This oath binds them to unwavering principles of courage, loyalty, and selflessness. Their gemstone focus—whether a Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald—becomes a conduit for their magic and purpose.

Diamond: The Diamond Gem Knights embody resilience. 
Ruby: Ruby Gem Knights channel fiery energy into their strikes. 
Sapphire: Sapphire Gem Knights possess clarity of mind.
Emerald: Emerald Gem Knights bring life to wounded allies.

The Measure, a set of rules derived from ancient tomes, guides their conduct. Lord Gunthar Uth Wistan, a revered figure, dedicated his life to revising the Measure. His successor, Liam Ehrling, continued this legacy, revealing the revised Measure after Gunthar’s passing in 392 AC.

Gem Bond

At 3rd level, you forge a mystical bond with a gemstone of your choice. This gem becomes your focus for your magical abilities. Choose one of the following gems: Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald. Each gem grants you unique abilities:

• Diamond: Your resilience increases. You gain resistance to bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing damage while wearing heavy armor.
• Ruby: Your attacks blaze with fiery energy. When you hit with a melee weapon attack, you can deal an additional 1d6 fire damage.
• Sapphire: Your gem grants clarity of mind. You have immunity to the charmed and frightened conditions.
• Emerald: Your gem creates a healing aura when attacking. On a successful attack, allies within 5 feet of you heal hitpoints equal to 1d4 + your constitution modifier (minimum 1).

Diamond

Your resilience increases. You gain resistance to bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing damage while wearing heavy armor.

Emerald

Your gem creates a healing aura when attacking. On a successful attack, allies within 5 feet of you heal hitpoints equal to 1d4 + your constitution modifier (minimum 1).

Ruby

Your attacks blaze with fiery energy. When you hit with a melee weapon attack, you can deal an additional 1d6 fire damage.

Sapphire

Your gem grants clarity of mind. You have immunity to the charmed and frightened conditions.

Radiant Armor

Starting at 3rd level, you can infuse your armor with radiant energy.

As a bonus action, you can activate Radiant Armor.

Radiant Armor lasts for 1 minute. While active, your AC increases by 1, and you emit a soft glow. Additionally, when you take damage, you can use your reaction to reduce the damage by 1d6 + your Charisma modifier (minimum of 1).

You may use Radiant Armor a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus, getting back all uses after finishing a short or long rest.

Cosmic Radiance

At 7th level, you gain access to the Cosmic Radiance ability.

As an action, you can channel the power of your gem to protect your allies.

For 1 minute, all allies within 30 feet of you gain advantage on saving throws against spells and magical effects. Additionally, once during this duration, you can use your reaction to grant a creature within range resistance to a damage type of your choice.

Gemforged Weapon

Starting at 10th level, your connection to your gem deepens. You can bond your gem’s magic to a weapon you wield.

Choose a melee weapon you are proficient with. While wielding this weapon, it gains the following properties:

• It deals an additional 1d8 radiant damage on a hit.
• When you score a critical hit, the target must succeed on a Constitution saving throw (DC equal to 8 + your proficiency bonus + your Charisma modifier) or be stunned until the end of your next turn.

Resplendent Guardian

At 15th level, your gem’s power reaches its zenith.

As a reaction when an ally within 30 feet of you takes damage, you can absorb some of that damage. Roll a d10; the ally takes that amount of damage reduction.

Additionally, you can use Cosmic Radiance once per short rest without expending a use.

Eternal Bond

At 18th level, your bond with your gem becomes unbreakable. You gain the following benefits:

• You no longer age.
• You can cast Greater Restoration once per long rest without expending a spell slot.
• When you fall to 0 hit points, your gem shatters, releasing a burst of radiant energy. All allies within 30 feet regain hit points equal to your fighter level + your Charisma modifier. (This can not be used again until you complete a long rest)