Boreas
God of the wind
Although technically one of many wind gods, Boreas is quick to assure anyone who cares to listen that he is by far the greatest of all his brothers and sisters. Those that serve him certainly think so, and he is quick to reward their loyalty.
Suggested Classes: Bard, monk, rogue
Suggested Cleric Domains: Tempest, Trickery
Suggested Backgrounds: Entertainer, sailor, urchin
Champions of Boreas are often creatures of impulse and whimsy, changing direction as frequently as the wind itself. Big battles and grand schemes will only catch their attention long enough for the next shiny distraction to come along.
Why did Boreas seek you out as a champion? The following table offers a few suggestions.
As a devotee of Boreas, you can move like the wind. You can cast zephyr strike with this trait. You can cast the spell in this way a number of times equal to your Charisma modifier (minimum of once). You regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for this spell.
You can cast gust of wind with this trait, requiring no material components. Once you cast the spell in this way, you can’t do so again until you finish a long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for this spell.
You have proven your devotion to Boreas, and he has rewarded you with the ability to ride the wind as he does. You can use your action to sprout two feathered wings from your back. The wings remain for 1 minute or until you dismiss them as a bonus action. For as long as the wings are out, you have a flying speed of 30 feet. Once you use this trait, you can’t use it again until you finish a long rest.
You can increase your Dexterity or Charisma score by 2 and also increase your maximum for that score by 2.
Boreas’s Champions
Alignment: Neutral, usually chaoticSuggested Classes: Bard, monk, rogue
Suggested Cleric Domains: Tempest, Trickery
Suggested Backgrounds: Entertainer, sailor, urchin
Champions of Boreas are often creatures of impulse and whimsy, changing direction as frequently as the wind itself. Big battles and grand schemes will only catch their attention long enough for the next shiny distraction to come along.
Boreas’s Favor
As one sibling in a huge family of wind gods, Boreas can appreciate when someone chooses to set themselves apart from the crowd. As such, he favors champions who follow their own path and don't let the expectations of their friends or family define them.Why did Boreas seek you out as a champion? The following table offers a few suggestions.
| D6 | Circumstance |
|---|---|
| 1 | You aimlessly wander the world, seeing where life takes you. |
| 2 | Your travels have taught you to always pray for fair winds. |
| 3 | You look nothing like your father, but you share an uncanny resemblance to the statues at Boreas's shrine. |
| 4 | You have a habit of committing minor crimes just to see what will happen. |
| 5 | After an argument with your family, you bought a boat and set sail with no idea where you were going. |
| 6 | As a child you used to dream of flying like a bird. |
Devotion to Boreas
Following Boreas means not overthinking things, and letting circumstance guide your path more than plans or rules. As a follower of Boreas, consider the ideals below as alternatives to those suggested for your background.Boreas’s Ideals
| D6 | Ideals |
|---|---|
| 1 | Devotion. My devotion to my god is more important to me than what they stand for. (Any) |
| 2 | Impulse. If I want to do something, I'll just go ahead and do it. (Chaotic) |
| 3 | Wanderlust. There's a big world out there, and I want to see it all. (Any) |
| 4 | Caprice. My mood can change at the drop of a hat. (Chaotic) |
| 5 | Apathy. Good and evil mean little to me. Both sides have too many rules. (Neutral) |
| 6 | Guile. I prefer to avoid fights if I can help it. (Any) |
Earning and Losing Piety
You increase your piety score to Boreas when you expand his influence in the world in a concrete way through acts such as these:- Successfully escaping someone who is hunting you
- Dedicating a victory in an athletic contest to Boreas
- Taking a risk on something important with little to no information
- Discouraging someone from following their dreams
- Neglecting to pay tribute to Boreas after a successful journey
- Remaining in a single location for an extended period of time
Boreas’s Devotee
Piety 3+ Boreas traitAs a devotee of Boreas, you can move like the wind. You can cast zephyr strike with this trait. You can cast the spell in this way a number of times equal to your Charisma modifier (minimum of once). You regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for this spell.
Boreas’s Votary
Piety 10+ Boreas traitYou can cast gust of wind with this trait, requiring no material components. Once you cast the spell in this way, you can’t do so again until you finish a long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for this spell.
Boreas’s Disciple
Piety 25+ Boreas traitYou have proven your devotion to Boreas, and he has rewarded you with the ability to ride the wind as he does. You can use your action to sprout two feathered wings from your back. The wings remain for 1 minute or until you dismiss them as a bonus action. For as long as the wings are out, you have a flying speed of 30 feet. Once you use this trait, you can’t use it again until you finish a long rest.
Boreas’s Champion
Piety 50+ Boreas traitYou can increase your Dexterity or Charisma score by 2 and also increase your maximum for that score by 2.
Divine Domains
Tempest, Trickery
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