Ylan - Aasimar - Paladin: Oath of Redemption (Sarenrae)
Ylan
Ylan
Male Protector Aasimar Paladin: Oath of Redemption (Sarenrae)
Age: 21
STR: 18 DEX: 8 CON: 16 INT: 10 WIS: 11+1 CHA: 15+2
Background: Acolyte
Planned Feat Path:
1: Mending Affinity
4: Warcaster
8: Mounted Combatant
12: Shield Master
16: +1 CON, +1 CHA
19: Inspiring Leader
Born in Vasselheim on the same day that Pike Trickfoot (& associates) completed the reconstruction of the Temple of Sarenrae, to parents who had been told they would never conceive a child. Ylan was brought to the temple, his parents claiming a miracle in Sarenrae's name, and blessed by Pike herself. From that day forward his parents raised him to follow the tenants of Sarenrae & eventually, as an early teenager, Ylan moved to the temple as an acolyte. Around that same time is when his angelic guide first started appearing to him in his dreams, which occurred frequently during his formative years (13-18 y.o.). Though he never really minded his gentle & faith oriented upbringing, he always longed for life outside the temple, of adventure like in the stories he heard from Pike. Every year Ylan joins thousands of people on the anniversary of Vecna's assault on Vasselheim, all taking the Walk of Tears to the top of the primordial earth titan that now rests looming above the city. The Walk of Tears is in remembrance of those who fell in the battle to save the city, it's also a symbol of the resilience of humanity when united together & the strength of Vasselheim. People pay homage to Ioun, who stands opposite to Vecna in every way, as well as leaving gifts in the name of Vox Machina, the adventurers who took the battle to the top of the titan & faced Vecna's avatar directly. On his 18th birthday, Ylan took his vowes to the Oaths of Redemption, taking up the mantle of a paladin of Sarenrae & joined the ranks of those who defend Vasselheim. In the 3 years since then, his angelic guide has been silent, leaving him only to presume that he was on the right path, that is until one night not long ago.
He was given a vision every night for a week of something (to be determined by the DM) that draws him to the far off land of Tal'Dorei, where he will encounter the party along the way. Beseeching them for aid, after realizing that he will need assistance in his first real adventure outside the safety of the walls of Vasselheim, Ylan will come to the party in need.
Male Protector Aasimar Paladin: Oath of Redemption (Sarenrae)
Age: 21
STR: 18 DEX: 8 CON: 16 INT: 10 WIS: 11+1 CHA: 15+2
Background: Acolyte
Planned Feat Path:
1: Mending Affinity
4: Warcaster
8: Mounted Combatant
12: Shield Master
16: +1 CON, +1 CHA
19: Inspiring Leader
Born in Vasselheim on the same day that Pike Trickfoot (& associates) completed the reconstruction of the Temple of Sarenrae, to parents who had been told they would never conceive a child. Ylan was brought to the temple, his parents claiming a miracle in Sarenrae's name, and blessed by Pike herself. From that day forward his parents raised him to follow the tenants of Sarenrae & eventually, as an early teenager, Ylan moved to the temple as an acolyte. Around that same time is when his angelic guide first started appearing to him in his dreams, which occurred frequently during his formative years (13-18 y.o.). Though he never really minded his gentle & faith oriented upbringing, he always longed for life outside the temple, of adventure like in the stories he heard from Pike. Every year Ylan joins thousands of people on the anniversary of Vecna's assault on Vasselheim, all taking the Walk of Tears to the top of the primordial earth titan that now rests looming above the city. The Walk of Tears is in remembrance of those who fell in the battle to save the city, it's also a symbol of the resilience of humanity when united together & the strength of Vasselheim. People pay homage to Ioun, who stands opposite to Vecna in every way, as well as leaving gifts in the name of Vox Machina, the adventurers who took the battle to the top of the titan & faced Vecna's avatar directly. On his 18th birthday, Ylan took his vowes to the Oaths of Redemption, taking up the mantle of a paladin of Sarenrae & joined the ranks of those who defend Vasselheim. In the 3 years since then, his angelic guide has been silent, leaving him only to presume that he was on the right path, that is until one night not long ago.
He was given a vision every night for a week of something (to be determined by the DM) that draws him to the far off land of Tal'Dorei, where he will encounter the party along the way. Beseeching them for aid, after realizing that he will need assistance in his first real adventure outside the safety of the walls of Vasselheim, Ylan will come to the party in need.
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
Average height & built like a brick house of muscle from the neck down, his face, hands & other fine details are decidedly feminine in appearance.
Facial Features
- Softer, Feminine Features
Apparel & Accessories
- Adamantine Plate Armor (Uncommon magic item)
- Shield with symbol of 2 gauntleted hands grasped together
- Morningstar
Mental characteristics
Personal history
- Born on day of Temple of Sarenrae reopening in Vasselheim
- Raised to adhere to Sarenrae's teachings
- Yearly Walk of Tears
- Became an acolyte at the temple at 13 years old
- Began receiving visions from an angelic guide
- Took the vows of a paladin at 18
- Sent a holy mission from the angelic guide at 21, leading to the far off land of Tal'Dorei
Gender Identity
Fluid / Both Male & Female - Generally refers to self as He/His/Him, but doesn't care what pronoun others use, people see Ylan as they see Ylan.
Sexuality
Pansexual - Love is love
Education
Educated through the Temple of Sarenrae (aka Catholic school)
Employment
- Full-time acolyte of Sarenrae ages 13-18, living at the temple.
Intellectual Characteristics
- Young & Reckless
- Headstrong
- Thinks he is Invincible (Guided by an angel & blessed by Sarenrae with divine abilities, who wouldn't)
- Direct / To-The-Point
- Potential Willing Martyr
- Inexperienced with the world outside of a 'holy city' & a religious lifestyle
Morality & Philosophy
- Offer a helping hand to those in need, but keep in mind that "teaching them to fish" is often better than just doing it for them. Empower them to get on their own two feet in the long run.
- If killing has to happen, it might as well be him that gets to do it.
- Protecting those he cares about, both physically & spiritually, matters more than his own life. Ylan would do absolutely ANYTHING necessary to defend &/or save his closest allies. (So long as Ylan is aware that an ally or their soul is in peril, he becomes recklessly fearless in his decision making - willing to dive into any situation, no matter how poor the odds of his own survival. If a chance remains to save them, he'll take it.)
Taboos
- Enjoys combat / killing more than he should (what he seeks redemption for from Sarenrae & a constant struggle)
Personality Characteristics
Motivation
- Hungry for adventure & combat
- Bring the light of Sarenrae to wherever fate (or his angelic guide) sends him
Social
Contacts & Relations
- Pike Trickfoot
- Other people from the Temple of Sarenrae in Vasselheim
Religious Views
Devout Follower of Sarenrae
Tenants of Redemption -
Tenants of Redemption -
- Peace - Violence is a weapon of last resort. Diplomacy & understanding are the paths to long-lasting peace.
- Innocence - All people begin life in an innocent state, and it is their environment or the influence of dark forces that drives them to evil. By setting the proper example, and working to heal the wounds of a deeply flawed world, you can set anyone on a righteous path.
- Patience - Change takes time. Those who have walked the path of the wicked must be given reminders to keep them honest & true. Once you have planted the seed of righteousness in a creature, you must work day after day to allow that seed to survive & flourish.
- Wisdom - Your heart & mind must stay clean, for eventually you will be forced to admit defeat. While every creature can be redeemed, some are so far along the path of evil that you have no choice but to end their lives for the greater good. Any such action must be carefully weighed and the consequences fully understood, but once you have made the decision, follow through with it knowing your path is just.
Social Aptitude
- Outgoing & Openly Friendly
- Humble - Quick to give credit to his allies rather than himself
Alignment
Neutral Good
Species
Year of Birth
815
21 Years old
Circumstances of Birth
Born the same day that the Temple of Sarenrae reopened in Vasselheim.
Birthplace
Vasselheim
Children
Gender
Male
Hair
Long, Sleek Black in a Topknot
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Pale White
Height
5'9"
Weight
215 lbs
Character Prototype
Kima meets Reani with less strict morals
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