Mithraic Priest

Mithraic Priests are the only Priest who do not suffer persecution in Appollonia. These Priests are priests of the mystery of magic, so, in effect, they worship magic in all its forms. Mages regard them as lackeys with weak powers whose only use is to combat and communicate with other world beings. Mithraic Priests do nothing to dispel this imagery and offer themselves entirely to powerful mages for their purposes which, they believe, are for the betterment of the world (they understand the malevolent beings that clutter the mystical landscape and see mages as powerful enough to keep these forces in check).

Role

To recruit worthy lawful candidates from the populace to aid in the struggle against extra-planar creatures. Teach the secret rituals to the initiates, but no one else. Officiate at sacrifices. Struggle against evil and the forces of darkness!

Distinctive Appearance

None

Special Benefits

Receive respect from other Mithraic worshipers (+3 reaction bonus).

Continual Light, 1/per day

5th level, Detect Evil Intent

7th level, Aura of Protection

Special Hindrances

Priests must undergo tests and ordeals of courage and endurance as they go up in level. This can be symbolized by requiring Constitution checks or by being role-played. Failure means you don’t gain a level, instead dropping to 500 XP below what you need to reach it.

May not use poison.

May not cast reincarnation or other healing spells.

Class

Priest

Attribute Requirements

Strength 12, Wisdom 12, Constitution 13

Barred Beliefs

lawful good or lawful neural

Race Requirement

None

Bonus Weapon Proficiencies

None

Required Weapon Proficiencies

None

Recommended Weapon Proficiencies

Gladius (short sword) or spatha (long sword), hasta (spear)

Barred Weapon Proficiencies

None

Bonus Non-Weapon Proficiencies

Religion, Reading/Writing, Endurance

Recommended Non-Weapon Proficiencies

Language (Modern), Riding (Land-Based)

Equipment

None

Wealth Options

None

Homeland Terrain

None

Economic System

None

Titles

1st Level: Raven
2nd Level: Bride/Groom
3rd Level: Soldier
4th Level: Lion or She-Lion
5th Level: Persian
6th Level: Courier of the Sun
7th Level+: Father