Dreamweaver Domain

Clerics of Nyxara, Goddess of Magic, Dreams, and the Night, walk the line between reality and the dreamscape. Blessed with visions and the ability to shape the veil of slumber, these clerics serve as seers, mystics, and guardians of hidden truths. They wield divine magic infused with the power of prophecy, illusion, and dreams, guiding others through visions while unraveling mysteries beyond mortal comprehension.

Career

Qualifications

A cleric devoted to Nyxara and the Dreamweaver Domain does not simply receive divine magic like those of more traditional faiths. Their path is one of study, discipline, and attunement to the dreamscape, requiring both spiritual and intellectual growth. The following are the key educational and experiential requirements needed to become a fully recognized cleric of the Dreamweaver Order.

1. Initiation into the Dreamweaver Order
   A prospective cleric must first be recognized as a Dreamweaver Initiate, which requires:
   • A natural sensitivity to dreams, visions, or magical insight.
   • Sponsorship by an existing Moonveil Seer or Nightwoven Scholar who has assessed their potential.
   • A formal dedication ritual where the initiate swears to uphold the Veilbound Doctrine.
   Without this initiation, no one can claim to be a true Cleric of Nyxara within the Order.


2. Study of Dreamlore & Mysticism (Apprenticeship)
   Before wielding divine magic in full, an initiate must undergo rigorous spiritual and intellectual training under the guidance of a mentor. This includes:
   • Dream Interpretation – Learning to decipher visions, omens, and celestial alignments through meditation and study.
   • Theurgical Practices – Understanding Nyxara’s divine magic, including its limitations and proper applications.
   • Oneiromancy (Dream Magic) – Training in the art of entering, shaping, and defending the dreamscape.
   • The Veil & the Ethereal Plane – Studying the nature of reality, the astral realm, and the spirit world.
   • Mental Fortitude – Training in resisting nightmares, psychic attacks, and mind-altering magic.
   During this period, the initiate may serve as a scribe, researcher, or assistant within a temple while undergoing practical trials in dreamwork.


3. The Trial of the Sleeping Mind (Rite of Passage, Oneiromantic Test)
   To prove their readiness, an initiate must complete the Trial of the Sleeping Mind—a sacred test where they must:
   • Induce and navigate a lucid dream without external aid.
   • Find their way through the dreamscape while resisting illusory traps.
   • Receive a vision from Nyxara or her messengers as confirmation of their worth.
   Those who fail may try again, but repeated failure suggests they are not meant for this path.


4. Ordination as a Dreamweaver Cleric
   If the initiate successfully completes their trial, they are formally ordained as a cleric, gaining:
   • The right to bear the sigil of the Dreamweavers.
   • A Dreamwoven Talisman, a symbol of their new station, usually engraved with celestial patterns.
   • Full access to the divine magic of Nyxara.
   At this point, they are considered a full-fledged Veilwalker or Nightwoven Scholar, depending on their chosen specialization.


5. Specialization & Higher Learning (Optional, 10+ years)
   Many clerics continue their studies for decades, refining their skills and seeking deeper enlightenment. Advanced paths include:
   • Starlit Oracle – Masters of prophecy, guiding rulers and scholars.
   • Moonveil Seer – Dreamwalkers who protect and maintain the sanctity of the dreamscape.
   • Nightwoven Scholar – Archivists and lorekeepers dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of magic.
   Some eventually become Starlit Oracles, sitting on the high council that advises the Luminary of the Veil.

Other Benefits

Clerics of Nyxara and the Dreamweaver Order gain far more than just financial compensation for their service. Their role as seers, mystics, and dreamwalkers grants them a unique mix of social recognition, influence, and hidden privileges that few others enjoy. While their order does not command political power in the same way as other religious institutions, their knowledge and abilities ensure that they are respected—and sometimes feared—by those who understand the weight of prophecy.
One of the most significant benefits of being a Dreamweaver cleric is the reverence and influence they hold within mystical and scholarly circles. Those trained in the arts of divination and dream magic are regarded as sacred guides, sought out by rulers, scholars, and powerful figures for their wisdom. While they do not command armies or govern nations, their words carry weight, and even kings may hesitate to ignore a prophecy delivered by a recognized Dreamweaver. Their insights into fate and the unknown grant them an almost untouchable status in certain regions, where to harm or ignore a Dreamweaver is considered an act of folly that invites misfortune.
In addition to spiritual influence, Dreamweavers benefit from protection and sanctuary in many places. As servants of Nyxara, they are often granted safe passage between cities, even in lands where war or political tension exists. Many temples offer them shelter without question, and while they are not immune to harm, those who raise a hand against them often face repercussions from both the divine and the mortal world. Some rulers even grant them legal exemptions, recognizing their work as sacred and freeing them from military service, taxation, or feudal obligations. In rare cases, Dreamweavers are permitted to operate outside normal legal systems, acting as neutral arbitrators in disputes that involve fate or prophecy.
Beyond these social and political benefits, Dreamweaver clerics gain something far rarer—access to hidden knowledge. Their order maintains vast libraries of celestial charts, dreamlore, and prophecies that are forbidden to the average scholar. High-ranking members are permitted to study arcane and divine mysteries that even some wizards are denied, delving into the nature of the Veil, the dreamscape, and the divine threads of fate itself. Some of the most sacred sanctuaries hold prophecies so powerful that only the most trusted Dreamweavers may read them, ensuring that dangerous knowledge does not fall into the wrong hands.
Additionally, Dreamweavers are invited to Celestial Conclaves and gatherings where the greatest seers, mystics, and scholars meet to discuss their visions. These events are rare but momentous, shaping the future of the order and, at times, the fate of entire nations. While many Dreamweavers remain solitary, those who reach prominence within the order often become part of an unseen network of influence that spans across Tanaria.
Despite their reserved and enigmatic nature, Dreamweavers hold a level of power, respect, and access to hidden truths that few other religious figures can claim. While their influence may not always be visible, those who understand the weight of their knowledge know that a Dreamweaver’s presence is never meaningless.

Alternative Names

Keepers of the Silent Sky, Veilwalkers, Moonveil Seers

Type

Religious

Demand

The role of a Dreamweaver Cleric is a luxury, but one that holds immense value in specific circles. Dreamweavers specialize in prophecy, dream magic, and hidden knowledge, making them sought after only when their skills are needed.

Dreamweaver Domain Features

Your connection to the dreamscape allows you to influence the subconscious. You gain the following abilities:

Level 1

Veil-Touched Insight
Nyxara blesses you with glimpses beyond the waking world. You gain proficiency in Perception and Arcana. Additionally, you can cast Detect Magic at will without expending a spell slot.
Dreamspeaker
You can cast Sleep once per long rest without expending a spell slot. When you cast Sleep, you can choose creatures to be unaffected, even if they would normally be the first to fall unconscious.

Dreamweaver Domain Spells

Cleric Level	Spells
1st	Sleep, Silent Image
3rd	Phantasmal Force, See Invisibility
5th	Hypnotic Pattern, Clairvoyance
7th	Greater Invisibility, Divination
9th	Dream, Modify Memory

Level 2: Channel Divinity - Oneiric Veil

You can use your Channel Divinity to step briefly between the waking world and the dreamscape. As an action, you can shroud yourself or an ally within a protective veil:

• The affected creature becomes invisible until the end of its next turn or until it makes an attack.
• While veiled, the creature gains resistance to psychic damage and advantage on Wisdom saving throws.

Level 6: Waking Nightmare

Your magic seeps into the minds of your foes, distorting their perceptions. When you hit a creature with a weapon attack or damaging spell, you can use your reaction to force the target to make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failure:

• The creature is frightened of you until the end of your next turn.
• If the creature is already frightened, it is instead paralyzed until the end of its next turn.

You can use this feature a number of times equal to your Wisdom modifier (minimum of once), regaining all expended uses when you finish a long rest.

Level 8: Potent Spellcasting

You add your Wisdom modifier to the damage you deal with cleric cantrips.

Level 17: Avatar of the Starlit Veil

Nyxara’s divine presence flows through you, permanently altering your connection to dreams and reality. You exist partially within the Veil, allowing you to step between worlds effortlessly.
Resilience of the Dreamer – You gain resistance to psychic, radiant, and necrotic damage, and you cannot be charmed or frightened.
Once Per Long Rest – Step Beyond the Veil (Reaction): When you are hit by an attack or fail a saving throw, you can use your reaction to briefly step into the dreamscape. You vanish from the material plane until the start of your next turn, becoming untargetable and unharmed by the attack or effect. When you return, you can choose to reappear within 30 feet of your original location.

Playstyle & Roleplaying Notes

Clerics of the Dreamweaver Domain embody mysticism, illusion, and prophecy, blending divine insight with the surreal power of dreams. They thrive in roles that involve manipulation of perception, guidance through visions, and unraveling the unseen forces that shape fate. Whether as a revered oracle or a shadowy manipulator, their presence is always an omen of change.