Cosmic Ascension – part 3: Archetypes

 



 

Astral Sage

   The Astral Sage archetype is deeply connected to the cosmic energies of knowledge and enlightenment. They possess a profound understanding of the universe and its secrets. Astral Sages excel in the arts of divination, telepathy, and mental manipulation. They can tap into the collective consciousness, accessing ancient wisdom and foresight to guide their actions.


   Cosmic Dice: d6


   Special Game Rules:

   - Insightful Wisdom: Astral Sages have advantage on ability checks related to knowledge and perception.
   - Cosmic Vision: An Astral Sage can gain temporary clairvoyance, allowing them to see through illusions and perceive hidden truths for a limited time.
   - Mind Link: Astral Sages can establish a telepathic connection with willing creatures, allowing for silent communication over short distances.

Celestial Guardian

   The Celestial Guardian archetype is a stalwart defender of cosmic order and balance. They draw power from celestial bodies and the forces of light. These guardians are skilled in protective magic, wielding shields of cosmic energy and summoning celestial allies to aid them in battle. Celestial Guardians are often seen as beacons of hope and justice in the game world.

Cosmic Dice: d8


   Special Game Rules:

   - Celestial Radiance: Celestial Guardians emit a radiant aura, granting them resistance to radiant damage and the ability to heal themselves and nearby allies during combat.
   - Celestial Bond: A Celestial Guardian can call upon celestial entities for aid, summoning a powerful ally to join the battle temporarily.
   - Warding Shield: Celestial Guardians can create a protective shield of cosmic energy, granting them additional AC and providing a chance to reflect incoming magical attacks.

Elemental Shaper

   The Elemental Shaper archetype possesses the ability to manipulate and control the fundamental elements of the universe. They can command fire, water, earth, and air, bending them to their will. Elemental Shapers can unleash devastating elemental attacks or summon powerful elementals to fight alongside them. Their connection to the elements allows them to navigate various environments with ease.


   Cosmic Dice: d6


   Special Game Rules:

   - Elemental Affinity: Elemental Shapers have resistance to the damage type associated with their chosen element (e.g., fire, water, earth, or air).
   - Elemental Mastery: Elemental Shapers can enhance their elemental spells, increasing their damage or altering their effects.
   - Elemental Form: An Elemental Shaper can assume a form related to their chosen element, gaining temporary bonuses and abilities.

 

Shadow Weaver

   The enigmatic Shadow Weaver archetype harnesses the mysterious cosmic forces of darkness and shadows. They are skilled in stealth, deception, and illusion magic. Shadow Weavers can cloak themselves in shadows, traverse through the ethereal realm, and manipulate the minds of their opponents. They are masters of subterfuge and excel in gathering information and infiltrating enemy territories.



   Cosmic Dice: d8
   Special Game Rules:

   - Shadow Cloak: Shadow Weavers can blend with the shadows, gaining advantage on Stealth checks and the ability to move undetected in dim light or darkness.
   - Illusory Veil: Shadow Weavers can create illusions to deceive enemies, allowing them to distract foes or create false images of themselves.
   - Shadow Step: A Shadow Weaver can teleport through the shadows, moving instantly to a different location within a certain range.

Chronomancer

   The Chronomancer archetype has control over the fabric of time itself. They can manipulate the flow of time, bending it to their advantage. Chronomancers can accelerate their own movements, slow down adversaries, or even rewind time to undo damage. They have a unique perspective on events, often foreseeing outcomes and altering the course of history.



   Cosmic Dice: d4


   Special Game Rules:

   - Time Manipulation: Chronomancers can manipulate time, altering the initiative order and gaining advantage on saving throws against time-related effects.
   - Temporal Shift: A Chronomancer can rewind time for a few seconds, allowing them to undo damage taken or actions performed.
   - Accelerated Strike: Chronomancers can temporarily speed up their movements, gaining additional attacks during their turn.


 Voidwalker

   The Voidwalker archetype is intimately connected to the mysterious and chaotic Void. They can traverse the dark spaces between realities and tap into the raw power of nothingness. Voidwalkers wield destructive void energy, capable of unraveling the fabric of existence. They are skilled in anti-magic and can disrupt spells and magical abilities used against them.

   Cosmic Dice: d6


   Special Game Rules:

   - Void Resistance: Voidwalkers have resistance to necrotic damage and are immune to negative status effects caused by void-related magic.
   - Void Rift: Voidwalkers can create a temporary rift to the Void, unleashing a devastating void-based attack that affects multiple targets.
   - Void Warp: A Voidwalker can teleport through the Void, instantly moving to a different location within a certain range, bypassing obstacles.


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