Nyx (niks)
Goddess of the night
Few of the Underworld's Chthonic deities can claim to be shrouded in mystery to the same degree as Nyx, the goddess of the night. Mother to the gods Hypnos and Thanatos, to many mortals Nyx represents the same dread of inevitability as her children, though she herself favors neither good nor evil.
Suggested Classes: Rogue, sorcerer, warlock
Suggested Cleric Domains: Arcana, Darkness, Twilight
Suggested Backgrounds: Acolyte, sage, urchin
Many of Nyx's worshipers come from societies that fear the bright, harsh light of day. Those that trust in secrets and shadows make offerings to the goddess of the night, currying her favor so that they may conduct their business without prying eyes.
Why did Nyx seek you out as a champion? The following table offers a few suggestions.
As a devotee of Nyx, you know how to protect your secrets. You can cast illusory script with this trait, requiring no material components. 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.
You can cast darkness 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. Wisdom is your spellcasting ability for this spell.
In addition, you gain darkvision if you do not already have it. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can’t discern colour in darkness, only shades of gray.
You have served Nyx well, and she has rewarded you. You can cast greater invisibility 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.
In addition, the range of your darkvision increases by 20 feet.
You can increase your Intelligence or Wisdom score by 2 and also increase your maximum for that score by 2
Nyx’s Champions
Alignment: NeutralSuggested Classes: Rogue, sorcerer, warlock
Suggested Cleric Domains: Arcana, Darkness, Twilight
Suggested Backgrounds: Acolyte, sage, urchin
Many of Nyx's worshipers come from societies that fear the bright, harsh light of day. Those that trust in secrets and shadows make offerings to the goddess of the night, currying her favor so that they may conduct their business without prying eyes.
Nyx’s Favor
Despite the fear of the unknown that night and darkness represent to many mortals, Nyx is a decidedly neutral deity. When she chooses a champion, she looks only for those that seek the shadows to cloak themselves in her embrace.Why did Nyx seek you out as a champion? The following table offers a few suggestions.
| D6 | Circumstance |
|---|---|
| 1 | You were born during an eclipse, as if delivered by the goddess of the night herself. |
| 2 | Sunlight makes you uncomfortable. You prefer the cool chill of the evening. |
| 3 | You once escaped a vicious monster by blinding it, leaving the poor creature to flail in darkness. |
| 4 | You are descended from many generations of shadow worshipers. |
| 5 | You only ever make your offerings to the gods at night. |
| 6 | As a child, the locals used to whisper that you were cursed. You knew it was Nyx's blessing instead. |
Devotion to Nyx
Following Nyx means embracing night, darkness and shadow as a child embraces their mother. As a follower of Nyx, consider the ideals below as alternatives to those suggested for your background.Nyx’s Ideals
| D6 | Ideals |
|---|---|
| 1 | Devotion. My devotion to my god is more important to me than what they stand for. (Any) |
| 2 | Discretion. I hate being the centre of attention. (Any) |
| 3 | Cunning. Wit and guile are greater than any sword. (Any) |
| 4 | Mystery. Darkness is my friend, and my secrets are safe within it. (Any) |
| 5 | Acceptance. Dusk comes as surely as the dawn. Some things will never change. (Any) |
| 6 | Self-Respect. I know who I am, and am content. (Any) |
Earning and Losing Piety
You increase your piety score to Nyx when you expand her influence in the world in a concrete way through acts such as these:- Uncovering an important secret without being noticed
- Convincing a group of people to accept their lot in life
- Using darkness or nighttime to gain a tactical advantage
- Allowing someone to wallow in anguish or self-pity
- Revealing sensitive information to a stranger
- Making yourself the focus of attention in a large group of people
Nyx’s Devotee
Piety 3+ Nyx traitAs a devotee of Nyx, you know how to protect your secrets. You can cast illusory script with this trait, requiring no material components. 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.
Nyx’s Votary
Piety 10+ Nyx traitYou can cast darkness 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. Wisdom is your spellcasting ability for this spell.
In addition, you gain darkvision if you do not already have it. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can’t discern colour in darkness, only shades of gray.
Nyx’s Disciple
Piety 25+ Nyx traitYou have served Nyx well, and she has rewarded you. You can cast greater invisibility 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.
In addition, the range of your darkvision increases by 20 feet.
Nyx’s Champion
Piety 50+ Nyx traitYou can increase your Intelligence or Wisdom score by 2 and also increase your maximum for that score by 2
Divine Domains
Arcana, Darkness, Twilight
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