Father Belmura Nightmail
Father Belmura Nightmail
Sheet
AC 17 · HP 21 · 25 ft.Saving throws
Skills
- AcrobaticsDEX
- AthleticsSTR
- DeceptionCHA
- HistoryINT
- InsightWIS
- MedicineWIS
- PerceptionWIS
- PersuasionCHA
- ReligionWIS
- StealthDEX
Armor
Weapons
Tools
Languages
Features
15 featuresAlways on
- Cleric Spellcasting
When When he has a prepared spell and the required action, components, or spell slot.
Belmura can cast a prepared cleric spell using a spell slot of the appropriate level, or cast a prepared ritual spell as a ritual when applicable.
- Blessing of the ForgeLevel 1
When At the end of a long rest.
Belmura can use his iron anvil holy symbol to bless one nonmagical weapon or suit of armor after a long rest, granting it a +1 bonus until his next long rest.
- Turn Undead
When As an action while presenting his holy symbol.
Belmura can present his holy symbol and force nearby undead to make Wisdom saving throws. Undead that fail are turned for up to 1 minute, ending early if they take damage.
- Artisan's BlessingLevel 2
When When he uses Channel Divinity during a 1-hour ceremony.
Belmura can create a nonmagical metal object worth up to 100 gp from appropriate raw materials over 1 hour.
- SpellcastingLevel 1
Belmura is a 3rd-level spellcaster. He uses Wisdom as his spellcasting ability, can prepare cleric spells after a long rest, and can cast prepared cleric spells as rituals when they have the ritual tag.
- Divine Domain, Forge DomainLevel 1
Belmura serves the Forge Domain, gaining domain spells and proficiency with heavy armor and smith's tools. He also gains Blessing of the Forge.
- Channel Divinity, Turn UndeadLevel 2
Belmura can use Channel Divinity once between rests. He regains the ability after a short or long rest. He also gains Turn Undead, forcing undead that fail a Wisdom saving throw to flee for 1 minute or until damaged.
- Forge Domain SpellsLevel 3
Belmura has access to the Forge Domain spells. These spells are always prepared and do not count against the number of cleric spells he can prepare.
- DarkvisionHill DwarfBelmura can see in dim light within 60 feet as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light, seeing in darkness in shades of gray.
- Dwarven ResilienceHill DwarfBelmura has advantage on saving throws against poison and resistance to poison damage.
- Dwarven Combat TrainingHill DwarfBelmura is proficient with battleaxes, handaxes, light hammers, and warhammers.
- Dwarven Tool ProficiencyHill DwarfBelmura is proficient with smith's tools, brewer's supplies, and mason's tools.
- StonecunningHill DwarfWhenever Belmura makes an Intelligence History check related to the origin of stonework, he is considered proficient and adds double his proficiency bonus.
- Dwarven ToughnessHill DwarfHis hit point maximum increases by 1, and it increases by 1 again whenever he gains a level.
- Guild MembershipGuild Artisan
Belmura is a respected member of the armorers' guild. Fellow artisans recognize his authority, provide lodging and assistance when possible, and help him identify guild connections or navigate professional disputes.
Spells
11 spellsSpellcasting. Father Belmura Nightmail casts with Wisdom (spell save DC 13, to hit with spell attacks).
Cantrips (at will): , ,
1st level (4 slots): , , , , ,
2nd level (2 slots): ,
Gear
10 itemsWeapons
- MaceA one-handed martial weapon used for defense and ceremonial blessings.
- Light CrossbowA light crossbow with 20 bolts, carried for situations where closing distance would be unwise.
Armor
- Scale MailMedium armor consisting of interlocking metal scales. Base AC 14 plus Dexterity modifier, maximum +2.
- ShieldA sturdy shield bearing the symbol of a small iron anvil. Grants +2 AC.
Tools
- Smith's ToolsA complete set of smith's tools used for armor repair and metalworking.
Gear
- Priest's PackA priest's pack containing a backpack, blankets, candles, tinderbox, alms box, incense, censer, vestments, rations, and waterskin.
- Holy SymbolA holy symbol shaped like an iron anvil, used as a spellcasting focus.
- Traveler's ClothesFine but practical clothing suitable for guild ceremonies and religious services.
- Letter of IntroductionA letter of introduction from the armorers' guild, identifying Belmura as a trusted member.
Purse
- 15×Gold PiecesCoin saved from guild work and personal commissions.
Appearance
Father Belmura Nightmail is a broad-shouldered hill dwarf with a neatly maintained salt-and-pepper beard and close-cropped hair. His fire-tanned skin bears the faint marks of years spent beside open furnaces, and his hands are thick, scarred, and permanently darkened around the nails. He wears immaculate priestly vestments beneath well-fitted scale mail, with a smith's apron folded and fastened at his belt. His holy symbol is a small iron anvil, polished smooth by years of use.
Mannerisms
Belmura straightens his cuffs before speaking, taps his thumb against his holy symbol while thinking, and inspects doors, hinges, armor straps, and weapon grips whenever he enters a new room. He refers to prayer as 'setting the forge' and to reckless decisions as 'warped work.'
Personality
Gruff, disciplined, and quietly compassionate, Belmura speaks as though every sentence has been measured before being struck into shape. He rarely offers praise directly, but a repaired buckle, freshly sharpened blade, or warm cup of broth is his way of showing affection. He is old enough to distrust haste, yet experienced enough to know when decisive action is necessary.
Ideals
Duty. A craft is a promise, and every promise must be honored. The strong are obligated to reinforce the weak, just as a good frame supports a heavy door.
Bonds
The Nightmail guildhall and its people are his family. He carries his mentor's cracked smithing hammer and will risk almost anything to recover the guild's stolen designs or defend its reputation.
Flaws
He is stubbornly certain that proper procedure is more important than personal convenience, and he can become harsh or dismissive toward anyone who treats craftsmanship, promises, or religious rites casually.
Quirks
Background
Belmura Nightmail was born beneath the ringing hammers of a mountain stronghold, where every child learned to respect both steel and silence. He apprenticed under the guild's oldest armorer and became known for his exacting work, especially the repair of damaged armor. Belmura believed that a well-made breastplate was a prayer in physical form, a promise that the wearer would return safely to those who depended on him. His devotion to the Forge Domain grew after a cave-in claimed several guild members, including his mentor. Belmura found that ordinary mourning did not satisfy him. He began leading ceremonies before the furnaces, blessing tools, armor, and artisans before they undertook dangerous work. In time, the guild ordained him as a cleric, and he became responsible for both its spiritual rites and its practical defenses. Now he travels beyond the guildhall to recover lost techniques, protect honest craftsmen, and remind adventurers that strength is not merely the ability to strike, but the discipline to endure and safeguard others.
“He apprenticed under the guild's oldest armorer and became known for his exacting work, especially the repair of damaged armor.”
- Background
- Guild Artisan
Connections
Species
Hill Dwarf
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