Morrigan – God and Clerics for D&D 5e

Morrigan

Intermediate God

Morrigan is a Celtic goddess of death and destruction, who is also associated with love and sexual desire. She is often depicted as a warrior with armor and weapons, or as a crow or raven. She is present in every war, influencing the outcome with her magic and prophecy. She is sometimes called the “Great Queen” or the “Phantom Queen”, and she forms a triad of goddesses with her sisters Badb and Macha . She is a complex and powerful deity, who represents both the end and the beginning, the pleasure and the hatred, the life and the death.

The Ravens of Morrigan

The ravens of Morrigan are one of her most distinctive symbols, as they represent her connection to war, death, and fate. The ravens of Morrigan are often seen flying over the battlefield, where they can influence the outcome of the war with their cries and magic. They can also foretell the doom or victory of the warriors, and feed on the corpses of the slain. The ravens of Morrigan are sometimes considered to be her shapeshifted form, or her messengers and servants.

The ravens of Morrigan are also associated with prophecy and wisdom, as they can traverse between the worlds and communicate with the spirits. They can reveal secrets and mysteries to those who seek their guidance, or trick and deceive those who disrespect them. The ravens of Morrigan are also linked to sovereignty and protection, as they guard the land and its people from invaders and enemies.

The ravens of Morrigan are revered and feared by many, as they embody the power and mystery of the goddess. They are a symbol of both life and death, creation and destruction, pleasure and pain. They are the ravens of Morrigan, the Phantom Queen.

STATISTICS OF MORRIGAN

Morrigan is a chaotic evil goddess, who revels in war, death, and destruction. She is the patron of warriors, leaders, and healers, who seek to gain her favor and power. She is also the mistress of fate and prophecy, who can influence the outcome of battles and wars with her magic. She has a triune nature, consisting of three aspects: Badb, Macha, and Nemain. Her worshippers can be of any evil alignment, as long as they are loyal and faithful to her. Her spheres of influence are battle and war, and her holy symbol is a spear.

  • Alignment. Chaotic Evil.
  • Worshippers Alignment. Any Evil
  • Spheres of Influence. Battle, War.
  • Holy Symbol. Spear.

Clerics of Morrigan: Prerequisites & Restrictions

Clerics of Morrigan are devoted followers of the Celtic goddess of death and war, who seek to emulate her power and influence in the world. They are often involved in conflicts and battles, either as combatants or as advisors. They have a strong connection to the natural world, especially to animals and plants that are associated with Morrigan. They also have a keen interest in prophecy and fate, using their divine magic to reveal the future or alter the present.

  • Alignment Restriction. Neutral Evil, Chaotic Evil.
  • Weapons Allowed. Spears.
  • Armors Allowed. Any armor.
  • Divine Domains. Death, Nature, War

SACRED DAYS OF MORRIGAN

Samhain (November, 1st): This is the most important festival for Morrigan, as it marks the end of the old year and the beginning of the new. It is a time when the veil between the worlds is thin, allowing Morrigan to communicate with her followers and reveal her prophecies.

RITUALS OF MORRIGAN

Morrigan is a Celtic goddess of war, fate, death, and sovereignty, who is revered and feared by many. Her followers perform various rituals to honor and invoke her power, as well as to seek her guidance and favor. These rituals are based on the aspects and domains of Morrigan, and they often involve blood, fire, crows, and prophecy

1st level – The Initiation of Morrigan

5th level – The Return to the Underworld

10th level – Commune with Morrigan

15th level – The Shrine to Morrigan

20th level – The Transcendence

DUTIES OF MORRIGAN’S CLERICS

Morrigan is a Celtic goddess of war, fate, death, and sovereignty, who demands a lot from her followers. The clerics of Morrigan must adhere to a strict code of conduct, known as the Duties of Morrigan, that reflects her aspects and domains. These duties are:

  • The cleric of Morrigan cannot use healing upon themselves or anyone else, as they embrace death and destruction as Morrigan’s will.
  • The cleric of Morrigan must leave no survivors when engaged in combat, as they revel in bloodshed and carnage as Morrigan’s pleasure.
  • The cleric of Morrigan must build a sacred structure by the 20th level, as they aspire to transcend their mortal existence as Morrigan’s reward.
  • The cleric of Morrigan must challenge and oppose any authority or power that threatens or oppresses their sovereignty and freedom, as they fight for their rights and independence as Morrigan’s cause.

GRANTED POWERS

The Granted Powers of Morrigan reflect the various aspects and roles of Morrigan, a complex and enigmatic goddess from Celtic mythology. Morrigan is associated with war, fate, sovereignty, and prophecy, and she is often considered a triple goddess. The Granted Powers of Morrigan are:

  • 5th level. Morrigan’s Spectral Raven.
  • 10th level. Morrigan’s Siphon Soul.
  • 15th level. Morrigan’s Prophecy (spell).
  • 20th level. Morrigan’s Spectral Transcension.

FOLLOWERS

Morrigan is a Celtic goddess of war, fate, death, and sovereignty, who grants her clerics a special bond with her. As a sign of her favor and power, she bestows upon them loyal and devoted followers, who share her aspects and domains. These followers are usually warriors, scouts, spies, or seers, who aid the cleric in their quests and battles. The cleric of Morrigan can gain up to four followers, depending on their level and achievements. These followers are:

  • 5th level. One of the followers that Morrigan grants to her clerics is a raven familiar. This is a small black bird that can communicate telepathically with the cleric, and act as their eyes and ears. The raven can fly and scout ahead, deliver messages, or distract enemies. The raven is also a symbol of Morrigan, and can sense her omens and signs. The raven can see 60 feet into the Ethereal Plane when it is on the Material Plane, and vice versa. To receive the raven, the cleric of Morrigan must perform a ritual of sacrifice. The cleric loses one point of charisma permanently, but gains the raven as a loyal and faithful companion.
  • 10th level. A bandit leader. This is a human or half-orc rogue who leads a group of outlaws and rebels, who oppose the authority and power of the local lord or king. The bandit leader is a cunning and charismatic fighter, who can sneak, ambush, or raid enemy camps or caravans. The bandit leader is also a follower of Morrigan, and respects the cleric as their ally and superior.
  • 15th level. A banshee. This is a female undead spirit who was once a mortal follower of Morrigan, but died in a tragic or violent way. The banshee is a terrifying and sorrowful creature, who can wail, curse, or haunt her enemies. The banshee is also a servant of Morrigan, and obeys the cleric as her master and successor. The banshee has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects.
  • 20th level. A champion of Morrigan. This is a male or female human or elf warrior who has transcended their mortal existence and become one of Morrigan’s chosen ones. The champion is a powerful and glorious fighter who influence any battle. The champion is also a loyal and faithful companion of the cleric, and supports them in their final ritual of Transcendence.

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