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Prestige Classes and Templates
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The world of Angaria comes complete with prestige classes specific to its climate, as well as a few others that the players have noticed a need for. AnatomistAnatomists devote their careers to the scientific study of the body, often using magical means to aid or inform their research. These arcanists are profoundly fascinated by the seemingly infinite mysteries of the human form. Anatomists gain their knowledge after years of extensive research, typically performed on cadavers. Their exhaustive experience makes them vastly superior doctors when compared with the typical village healers who rely chiefly on herbal medicines to cure the sick. It also makes them superb investigators into matters of death.The Chosen of Scathach (template)Scathach, the demi-power of martial prowess, has over the centuries taken a select few warriors under her wing, so to speak, and has granted them extraordinary skill in combat. No one is certain whether these abilities come from some sort of special training, or if the goddess simply wills it and makes it so. At the end of the day, however, those whom she blesses are endowed with combat abilities that outstrip any possessed by other warriors.DrabardiThe Drabardi are what little Roma children want to be when they grow up. They know the secrets of divination and curses that are passed down from one generation of Roma to the next. They are the Shaman of the Roma. They walk the dark paths and protect the People from the other creatures along that path. Undead and daemons become the chosen enemy of the Drabardi, while they in turn embrace other ancient mystics like Dragon-kind and Lycanthropes.The El-Sayal (Proposed!)The "Rain of Sand" is a commune of primarily rangers and druids who have made the DEathwaste their home. Their twisted ways and disturbing practices have furthered the destruction caused by this magical wasteland.FianaThe Fiana, or "warband," is one of the most elite fighting forces for good on the face of Talanu. Combining breathtaking feats of swordsmanship and dazzling displays of wizardry, the mere presence of a contingent of Swordmages is often enough to make the bad guys give up and go home.Gae BolgaOnly the best and most devoted worshippers are singled out for this honor, and not all who are called are able to find the dedication within themselves to finish their training. The chosen is alerted to the fact by a dream, in which he senses Culainn calling to him. It is not unusual for these dreams to continue for a period of weeks, months, and even years, as the god shapes the lives of those he calls to serve him. When the time is right, an emmisary is sent to the priest, and an invitation to join is extended...Great EaglesGreat Eagles, by and large, serve the direct interests of Caerbreddyn. They are the elite of the elite, and their very presence brings awe and stirs national pride. Some Great Eagles, however, are sent out as ambassadors. These Eagles are attached to the elite troops of other nations, or to visible and worthy adventuring parties. In any case, Great Eagles take an oath to both the Emperor and the King of Caerbreddyn, and will risk life and wing to defend both.The HiddenThe Empire of Kar-thone was founded upon the principles of honesty, openness, and trust. But the first Emperor, Daran the Keen, knew that other places were not. He realized that to maintain the safety of his newly forged nation, his fledgling government would need to be able to deal effectively in the subtle arts. And thus, over time he drew together those to whom stealth and guile were second nature. He chose only men of character, however, and so the Imperial Legion was formed. These men advised him in the ways of misdirection and subterfuge, and never again was Kar-thone caught unaware by an untrustworthy ally.The HuntHoly, Enigmatic Assassins -- I have been told and shown that when a Hunt is called, it will be done so by the Dream. The name, face, mannerisms, and current location of the vile fiend I am to Hunt is to be revealed to me. There is, of course, a general mandate to use my training in furthering the Light. Those things that normally consider themselves safe, beyond the meager abilities of an Assassin, will be disabused. To all others I am a nameless face, always changing shape and direction, a member of the crowd or an ally. To my mentors I am a Hunter; deep within my soul I finally know who I am.MistWeaverThese special priests of Arawn are always at the heart of his schemes on Talanu. They are the ringleaders of the major pockets of infestation. These devotees are masters of shadow and illusion, and some have even gone so far as to completely sacrifice their solid material form for some strange body of Arawn's devising.MoonDancerMoondancers recognize the necessity of some war and suffering to complete the cycle of life, they will use the wisdom they gather to prevent any such that they feel is unnecessary.Nature's DefenderNot all balances are equal, and not everything that is balanced should be so. Nature is its own good, and at times her Defenders are called upon to protect her from the ravages of arcane magic and the forces of evil.Pirate of the DaggersMaster of the high seas and raiders of shipping lanes, the pirate is a high seas adventurer who lives the life of a freebooter. The pirate either hunts enemy trade ships in their liege’s service or hunts any trade ship for profit. A powerful pirate can gain a reputation along the entire Southern coast if they are excessively cruel or if very noble.The Shield of TorThis template for Paladins of Tor is ideal for paladins who want to stay light and mobile--and deadly to their foes.Slaighre MaighdeannThe Sword Maidens of Maive master the arts of the sword and of seduction to create a deadly combination.SwiftWindSwiftwind are an overt and flashy, but highly exclusive society of adventure-seekers, with members from all walks of life and professions. The need for speed, extreme nimbleness, and a bit of a restless nature are the only common traits that all members share. Swiftwind are a more visible cousin to The Hidden, operating from a different arm of the secret organization within the Imperial Legion.ThainarThe Thainar represent the pinnacle of Elven arcane mastery. Within their ranks are some of the most powerful magic users in Talanu.WallRiderThe Wallriders defend Kar-Thone from the creatures of the DeathWaste, and as such have become adaptable and resistant. |