Hera (hair-a)
Queen of the Gods
When mortals speak of Hera, wife of Zeus and queen of Olympus, the first thing many of them mention is her infamous temper. While it is true that Hera’s wrath, once stirred, can be as unforgiving as it is terrifying to behold, the queen of the gods herself is generally a graceful, majestic deity who protects children and upholds the sanctity of marriage.
Suggested Classes: Cleric, paladin, sorcerer
Suggested Cleric Domains: Life, Order, Trickery
Suggested Backgrounds: Acolyte, courtier, noble
Worshipers of Hera value the eminence of institutions and the observance of correct protocol and ceremony. Traditions, particularly those relating to family, marriage and devotion to the gods, are of paramount importance to Hera’s followers.
Why did Hera seek you out as a champion? The following table offers a few suggestions.
As a devotee of Hera, you speak with the queen of Olympus’s voice. You can call on Hera’s blessing and cast command with this trait. You can cast the spell in this way a number of times equal to your Wisdom modifier (minimum of once). You regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest. Wisdom is your spellcasting ability for this spell.
Your faith in Hera has granted you a degree of focus that makes it nearly impossible for your enemies to shake your resolve. You have advantage on saving throws against being charmed and frightened.
In addition, when you participate in a civic or religious ceremony, you gain inspiration.
Those that cross you have earned Hera’s wrath. You can cast geas with this trait. Once you cast the spell in this way, you can’t do so again until you finish a long rest. Wisdom is your spellcasting ability for this spell.
You can increase your Wisdom or Charisma score by 2 and also increase your maximum for that score by 2.
Hera’s Champions
Alignment: Usually neutral, sometimes chaoticSuggested Classes: Cleric, paladin, sorcerer
Suggested Cleric Domains: Life, Order, Trickery
Suggested Backgrounds: Acolyte, courtier, noble
Worshipers of Hera value the eminence of institutions and the observance of correct protocol and ceremony. Traditions, particularly those relating to family, marriage and devotion to the gods, are of paramount importance to Hera’s followers.
Hera’s Favor
As queen of the gods, Hera has no shortage of mortals ready to pledge their lives to her service. This abundance of candidates means she has the luxury of holding her chosen champions to very high standards - even compared to other Olympians.Why did Hera seek you out as a champion? The following table offers a few suggestions.
| D6 | Circumstance |
|---|---|
| 1 | Your family has served Hera loyally for generations. |
| 2 | You helped someone close to you get revenge on an unfaithful spouse. |
| 3 | You once stopped an attempt to violently disrupt an important religious festival. |
| 4 | You were raised as an orphan, and continue to support and protect the orphanage where you grew up. |
| 5 | You once made a mighty sacrifice to Hera that has yet to be matched. |
| 6 | You have a one true love, and have never wavered in your faith to them. |
Devotion to Hera
Following Hera means defending and upholding countless generations of customs and traditions. As a follower of Hera, consider the ideals below as alternatives to those suggested for your background.Hera’s Ideals
| D6 | Ideals |
|---|---|
| 1 | Devotion. My devotion to my god is more important to me than what they stand for. (Any) |
| 2 | Passion. I am not afraid to let my love for a person or institution dictate my actions. (Chaotic) |
| 3 | Tradition. Our traditions represent our history, we must respect them. (Neutral) |
| 4 | Family. There is nothing more important to me than the safety and happiness of my family. (Any) |
| 5 | Wrath. If pushed, I will stop at nothing to destroy my enemies. (Chaotic) |
| 6 | Respect. Is it so much to ask for a bit of common decency? (Any) |
Earning and Losing Piety
You increase your piety score to Hera when you expand her influence in the world in a concrete way through acts such as these:- Defending a temple from attack or desecration
- Assisting in the running of a major community event
- Punishing those who abandon their spouses or children
- Disrespecting traditional institutions and customs
- Undermining marriage or family unity
- Destroying or desecrating a temple or other holy site
Hera’s Devotee
Piety 3+ Hera traitAs a devotee of Hera, you speak with the queen of Olympus’s voice. You can call on Hera’s blessing and cast command with this trait. You can cast the spell in this way a number of times equal to your Wisdom modifier (minimum of once). You regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest. Wisdom is your spellcasting ability for this spell.
Hera’s Votary
Piety 10+ Hera traitYour faith in Hera has granted you a degree of focus that makes it nearly impossible for your enemies to shake your resolve. You have advantage on saving throws against being charmed and frightened.
In addition, when you participate in a civic or religious ceremony, you gain inspiration.
Hera’s Disciple
Piety 25+ Hera traitThose that cross you have earned Hera’s wrath. You can cast geas with this trait. Once you cast the spell in this way, you can’t do so again until you finish a long rest. Wisdom is your spellcasting ability for this spell.
Hera’s Champion
Piety 50+ Hera traitYou can increase your Wisdom or Charisma score by 2 and also increase your maximum for that score by 2.
Divine Domains
Life, Order, Trickery
Divine Classification
Olympian
Religions
Alignment
Chaotic Neutral
Spouses
Zeus
(Husband)
Siblings
Children
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