Deva
- Size: Medium
- Type: Celestial (Angel)
- Alignment: Lawful Good
- AC: 17
- Initiative: +4 (14)
- HP: 229 (27d8 + 108)
- Speed: 30 ft, Fly 90 ft. (hover)
| ATTR | VAL | MOD | SAVE |
|---|---|---|---|
| STR | 18 | +4 | +4 |
| Dex | 18 | +4 | +4 |
| Con | 18 | +4 | +4 |
| INT | 17 | +3 | +3 |
| Wis | 20 | +5 | +9 |
| CHA | 20 | +5 | +9 |
- Skills: Insight +9 , Perception +9
- Resistances: Radiant
- Immunities: Charmed, Exhaustion, Frightened
- Senses: Darkvision 120 ft.; Passive Perception 19
- Languages: All; telepathy 120 ft .
- CR: 10 (XP 5,900; PB +4)
Traits
Exalted Restoration. If the deva dies outside Mount Celestia, its body disappears, and it gains a new body instantly, reviving with all its Hit Points somewhere in Mount Celestia.
Magic Resistance. The deva has Advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects.
Actions
Multiattack. The deva makes two Holy Mace attacks.
Holy Mace. Melee Attack Roll: +8 , reach 5 ft . Hit: 7 (1d6 + 4) Bludgeoning damage plus 18 (4d8) Radiant damage.
Spellcasting. The deva casts one of the following spells, requiring no Material components and using Charisma as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 17):
At Will: Detect Evil and Good, Shapechange (Beast or Humanoid form only, no Temporary Hit Points gained from the spell, and no Concentration or Temporary Hit Points required to maintain the spell) 1/Day Each: Commune, Raise Dead
Bonus Actions
Divine Aid (2/Day). The deva casts Cure Wounds, Lesser Restoration, or Remove Curse, using the same spellcasting ability as Spellcasting.
Lore & Background
Devas are powerful celestial beings that serve as messengers, guardians, and agents of good-aligned deities. These magnificent creatures appear as idealized humanoid forms with radiant golden skin and large, feathered wings that shimmer with divine light. Devas are among the most active celestials in the material plane, frequently sent on missions to protect the innocent, combat evil, and guide mortals toward righteousness.
Each deva is created with a specific purpose in mind, whether it's to guard a sacred site, deliver divine messages, or champion a particular cause. They possess ancient wisdom and unwavering dedication to their divine mission, though they understand the complexities of mortal nature and the challenges of maintaining faith in difficult circumstances. Devas are patient teachers and fierce protectors, equally capable of inspiring hope and delivering divine justice.
These celestials have witnessed the rise and fall of civilizations, the corruption of heroes, and the redemption of villains. Their long existence has taught them that good and evil are not always clearly defined, and they approach moral dilemmas with wisdom gained through millennia of experience. Devas serve as bridges between the divine and mortal realms, helping mortals understand divine will while advocating for mortal needs in celestial courts.
Combat Tactics
Devas prefer to resolve conflicts through diplomacy and divine intervention rather than direct combat, but they are formidable warriors when violence becomes necessary. They use their flight ability to maintain tactical advantage while employing their divine magic to support allies and hinder enemies. Their healing touch provides crucial support to wounded allies, while their radiant attacks are particularly effective against fiends and undead.
These celestials coordinate well with mortal allies, using their wisdom and experience to provide tactical guidance while their magic enhances the effectiveness of the entire group. They prioritize protecting innocents and supporting those who fight for righteous causes, often placing themselves between threats and those they're sworn to protect.
Devas are strategic combatants who use their extensive spell repertoire to control the battlefield and neutralize threats efficiently. They prefer to incapacitate rather than kill when possible, offering redemption even to their enemies while remaining prepared to deliver divine justice to those who refuse to turn from evil.
Encounter Ideas
The Divine Mission: A deva appears to recruit the heroes for a mission of cosmic importance, testing their worthiness through trials that challenge both their abilities and their moral convictions.
The Fallen Guardian: A deva that has been guarding a sacred site for centuries faces a threat it cannot handle alone, requiring mortal assistance to fulfill its divine mandate.
The Redemption Offer: A deva seeks to redeem a powerful villain, offering the heroes a chance to participate in this act of divine mercy while preparing for the possibility that redemption may be refused.
The Celestial Court: The heroes are summoned to testify in a celestial trial where a deva serves as advocate, defender, or judge in matters that affect both mortal and divine realms.
Environmental Effects
Sacred Presence: Areas blessed by deva presence become consecrated ground where evil creatures suffer penalties and good-aligned beings receive divine benefits.
Divine Inspiration: The deva's presence inspires hope, courage, and moral clarity in good-hearted individuals while causing doubt and unease in those with evil intentions.
Healing Aura: The celestial's divine nature accelerates natural healing and provides resistance to disease and corruption for those in its vicinity.
Purifying Light: The deva's radiance cleanses areas of evil influence, dispelling darkness and neutralizing unholy effects.
Treasure
Divine Artifacts: Sacred items blessed by the gods, including holy symbols, blessed weapons, and relics with powerful protective or healing properties.
Celestial Components: Feathers, tears, and other materials from the deva that retain divine properties useful for creating holy items or performing sacred rituals.
Heavenly Wisdom: Scrolls and texts containing divine knowledge, moral guidance, and insights into the nature of good and evil.
Blessed Gifts: Items given by the deva as rewards for righteous service, often possessing properties that aid in the fight against evil.
Plot Hooks
The Corrupted Deva: A deva has been tainted by evil magic or traumatic experiences, and restoring its divine nature requires understanding the source of its corruption and finding a way to cleanse it.
The Divine Test: A deva presents the heroes with a moral dilemma that tests their commitment to good, with the outcome affecting their standing with celestial powers and their ability to receive divine aid.
The Angelic War: Conflict in the celestial realms spills over into the material plane as a deva seeks mortal allies to help resolve a dispute that threatens the balance between good and evil.
The Prophecy Guardian: A deva has been tasked with ensuring that an ancient prophecy comes to pass, but fulfilling this duty requires navigating complex moral choices and potential unintended consequences.