Oath of the Stars

The Oath of the Stars is a divine commitment taken by paladins who dedicate themselves to Celestian, the God of Stars and Wanderers. These paladins are celestial knights, charged with safeguarding the vast reaches of Wildspace and the Astral Plane. They are driven by an insatiable curiosity and a profound sense of duty to protect those who traverse the cosmos. The Oath of the Stars represents a promise to uphold the guiding light of Celestian, bringing hope, protection, and justice to the farthest corners of the universe.

Tenets of the Oath of the Stars:

1. Wanderlust: Embrace the journey and seek new horizons. The cosmos is vast and full of wonders waiting to be discovered. Paladins of this oath are driven by a desire to explore the unknown, uncover hidden truths, and chart the uncharted.

2. Guidance: Aid those who are lost and provide safe passage to travelers. Be a beacon of hope in the darkness, and use your knowledge of the stars to guide others through the perilous expanses of Wildspace.

3. Justice: Stand against corruption and evil, no matter the personal cost. Protect the innocent and uphold the truth, even in the face of overwhelming odds. The stars shine upon all, and it is your duty to ensure that their light is not overshadowed by darkness.

4. Faith: Trust in the stars and the wisdom of Celestian. Even in solitude, you are never truly alone. The celestial bodies are your allies, and their light will always guide you through the darkest times. Hold fast to your faith, for it is the source of your strength and purpose.

Abilities and Features:

• Starry Radiance: Paladins of the Oath of the Stars can channel the light of the stars to inspire and protect their allies. This radiance can illuminate the darkest paths, bolster courage, and shield against fear.

• Celestial Navigation: Paladins with this oath have an innate sense of direction within Wildspace and the Astral Plane. They can navigate through these realms as if guided by a celestial compass, always finding the safest path or the quickest route to their destination.

• Cosmic Smite: When striking down foes, these paladins can call upon the power of the stars to unleash a radiant burst that sears evil and corruption. Their smites are infused with the light of distant suns, burning away darkness and impurity.

• Astral Insight: Through their connection to Celestian, paladins of this oath gain glimpses of cosmic truths and visions of far-off places. They can sense disturbances in the celestial order, detect the presence of astral anomalies, and understand the language of the stars.

Role in the Universe:

Paladins of the Oath of the Stars are more than warriors; they are explorers, guides, and protectors. They are tasked with safeguarding the balance of the cosmos, ensuring that the light of Celestian continues to shine upon all who journey through Wildspace and beyond. Whether battling fiends that threaten the astral paths, rescuing lost travelers, or uncovering ancient secrets hidden among the stars, these paladins are ever vigilant, driven by a sacred duty to illuminate the darkest reaches of existence.

By taking the Oath of the Stars, a paladin commits to a life of exploration, protection, and unwavering faith. They walk the celestial paths with their gaze fixed on the heavens, ever guided by the light of the stars and the wisdom of Celestian.

Channel Divinity

When you take this oath at 3rd level, you gain the following two Channel Divinity options.

Starry Radiance. As an action, you can emit bright light in a 30-foot radius and dim light for an additional 30 feet. Allies within the bright light gain advantage on saving throws against fear and charm effects for 1 minute.

Celestial Navigation. As an action, you can grant yourself and your allies within 30 feet the ability to ignore difficult terrain and have advantage on Dexterity (Acrobatics) checks for 1 hour.

Oath Spells

You gain oath spells at the paladin levels listed.

Oath of Devotion Spells

Aura of the Celestial Guide

Starting at 7th level, you and friendly creatures within 10 feet of you can't be surprised and gain a bonus to initiative rolls equal to your Charisma modifier (minimum of +1).

At 18th level, the range of this aura increases to 30 feet.

Astral Insight

Beginning at 15th level, you have advantage on Intelligence (Arcana) checks related to celestial bodies, portals, and astral phenomena. Additionally, you gain resistance to radiant damage.

Avatar of the Stars

At 20th level, as an action, you can transform into a radiant celestial figure for 1 minute. During this transformation:

 

• You shed bright light in a 60-foot radius and dim light for an additional 60 feet.
• You have a flying speed of 60 feet.
• You can make one additional melee attack when you take the Attack action on your turn.
• Enemies that start their turn within the bright light must make a Wisdom saving throw or be blinded until the start of their next turn.

Once you use this feature, you can’t use it again until you finish a long rest.