Legacy is an ancient construct, built by Druids centuries ago to defend them. Over time, Legacy has developed their own morals and ethical code, and, its original creators long dead, has taken to walking the earth doing acts of Good.
Legacy dates to some centuries ago, when a circle of Druids were endangered by invaders. They crafted Legacy over time, built as a battle-construct, and empowered them with a true soul, rather than merely an elemental spirit. Legacy functioned as required, and the invaders were defeated. The circle of Druids lasted another fifty years before falling to infighting and elitism, with Legacy serving as their loyal guardian. Another decade of mutely standing guard over their empty grove, day in and day out, led to deep philosophical musing. Finally, Legacy decided that merely doing what had been right in following others' orders was no longer enough, and started walking. Legacy performed small acts of kindness, such as sheltering a bird from rain, preserving travelers being held up on the road, and encouraging thought in others. Several hundred years of itinerant wandering without basic needs like food or sleep have led Legacy to many thoughts on the nature of Goodness and Evil. Legacy decided that although great acts of Evil could be carried out or stopped, there was no point in merely being vigilant for ill deeds. Legacy decided that proactive kindness was the best philosophy. Legacy now travels the world just trying to be an example of how others should act- treating each other and animals with respect and whatever approximates love in their culture. Legacy is a quiet, deeply spiritual construct which tries to encourage others at all times. Statistics: Legacy is a 6th-level Warforged Paladin. Although Legacy is an experienced warrior, their experience of dealing with people for more than a few weeks at a time is stilted and a litlte awkward. How you can use Legacy in your game: - If your Player Characters are struggling with an encounter, having a Warforged Paladin pop up out of nowhere to assist them, and make sure that they're stabilized before leaving, might be helpful. - Legacy has been sitting at a roadside for a year, watching and assisting travelers in their journey, and making friends with the local animals. However, bandits are now taking advantage of the Warforged Paladin's kindness to rob travelers who have passed the area. Perhaps your PCs overhear something, and can come to Legacy's aid? - If Legacy has been badly damaged by an attacker, its body will deactivate. In such an instance, a clever animal might be able to come to the nearest town and try to lead someone (like a Ranger or Druid) back to bring help. Also posted on Game Masters Stash on 15 May 2019. Comments are closed.
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