Alaunus, the Wisdom Keeper (Ah-Lau-Noosh)

Description

Alaunus is often depicted as a venerable figure holding an open scroll in one hand and an owl perched on his shoulder, symbolizing his wisdom and connection to foresight. His presence radiates an aura of profound knowledge and deep insight. Alaunus is a symbol of the relentless pursuit of wisdom and the guidance offered by foresight.

Domains

Knowledge Domain

: Alaunus is the patron of knowledge, representing the accumulation of wisdom and the pursuit of truth. This domain encompasses the acquisition of knowledge, scholarly pursuits, and memory enhancement.

Wisdom Domain

: As a deity of wisdom, Alaunus imparts wisdom and insight to his followers. This domain includes gaining clarity of thought, making sound judgments, and understanding the deeper truths of the world.

Prophecy Domain

: Alaunus possesses the power of foresight and prophecy. This domain involves glimpses into the future, interpreting omens, and offering guidance through divination.

Favored Weapon

: Alaunus's favored weapon is the "quarterstaff" , usually a staff adorned with an owl's feather, symbolizing his connection to wisdom and foresight.

Worship and Temples

: Temples dedicated to Alaunus serve as centers of learning, scholarship, and divination. They house vast libraries, observatories for studying the stars, and chambers for prophecy. Offerings to Alaunus include books, scrolls, and items related to divination.

Clergy and Codes of Conduct

: Clerics and scholars devoted to Alaunus are seekers of knowledge, wisdom, and prophecy. They adhere to a code of conduct that promotes the sharing of knowledge, the pursuit of wisdom, and the responsible use of foresight.

Alaunus Traits:

Alignment: Lawful Neutral
Domains: Knowledge, Wisdom, Prophecy
Mysteries: Knowledge, Sage
Favored Weapon: quarterstaff
Holy Symbol: An open scroll and an owl
Portfolio: Alaunus, the Wisdom Keeper, is the god of wisdom, knowledge, and prophecy. He embodies the pursuit of knowledge, insight, and foresight. Alaunus is revered for his role in illuminating the mysteries of the world and guiding those who seek wisdom.

Wisdom Domain:

Associated Deity: Alaunus, the Wisdom Keeper
Granted Powers:
1. Insightful Counsel (Su): You gain a deep understanding of the world and the people around you. Once per day, you can offer a piece of wise counsel or guidance to a willing creature within 30 feet. The target gains a +2 insight bonus to a skill check, ability check, or saving throw of their choice, which they must declare before making the roll. This bonus lasts for a number of rounds equal to your cleric level + your Wisdom modifier.
2. Wisdom's Insight (Su): At 8th level, your deep connection to wisdom allows you to gain insight into the nature of the challenges you face. Once per day, as a swift action, you can gain a +10 insight bonus on any one skill check, ability check, or saving throw of your choice. This bonus lasts for a number of rounds equal to your cleric level.
Domain Spells:
1.True Strike: You gain temporary, intuitive insight into the immediate future during your next attack. Your next single attack roll gains a +20 insight bonus.
2.Owl's Wisdom: Subject gains +4 to Wisdom for 1 min./level.
3.Clairvoyant Sense: Gain sensory information about your surroundings from a distance.
4.Divination: Provides useful advice for specific, proposed actions.
5.Commune: Deity answers one yes-or-no question/level.
6.Find the Path: Shows most direct way to a location.
7.Vision: As "legend lore," but quicker.
8.Moment of Prescience: You gain insight bonuses on single attacks, checks, or saves.
9.Foresight: "Sixth sense" warns of impending danger as if you had "true seeing."