Ohara
Ohara stands as the foremost Cleric of The Great Kraken present within the settlement of exiles, Hoshan.
Story of Donmuc (Father of Ohara)
Ohara's father Dunmuc was as devout as one could achieve within the House of Tariff. As a human his prominence within society was greatly reduced, and as an outcast from traditional worship circles of the Kraken, he sought to worship in his own way. Donmuc sought to increase the influence of the Kraken by sacrificing a relic of an opposing religion, angering them greatly. This upset the delicate balance between factions, leading to allow recompense was for Dunmoc to be removed completely from the Continent.Understanding this outcome to be simply the next step necessary in his worship, he powered on. Taking a prominent role within the local settlement, Donmuc's powers were paramount in providing fresh water and cleansing any food the exiles could scrounge. He became protected and served the Goblin Lord for many years. He took a wife, Kiyomi. A woman of stellar beauty, reigning from the Seishin lands. Soon there after the light of his life, Ohara was born. They lived a hardy but happy life, but upon one perilous day Donmuc was drawn away from Hoshan. Disgruntled bandits, lying in wait - ultimately slaying Donmuc. A tragedy that Hoshan mourned for weeks.
Donmuc, Cleric of the Kraken
Story of Kiyomi (Mother of Ohara)
The life of Kiyomi prior to her appearance upon the Isles of the Condemned has been forever shrouded in mystery. From the perspective of Ohara the most she knows is that Kiyomi was once a resident of the Seishin lands, as is evident from her Ethnicity. Much mystery and magic surrounds the place, and it always felt as though she carried a little of enigmatic presence with her. She found she could twist those present around her finger like it was nothing. Her guile and beauty, working in tandem as though to coerce another was a natural born gift. She found a had a real soft spot for Dunmoc, his brash-headed sensibilities, passion and fevor in faith was always a guiding light in ones darkest hour.When Ohara was young, she once found herself running through the brush and between the dunes, animal instincts coursing through her veins. Lost she was for sometime, Hoshnan in search. It was Kiyomi that found her, and there she shared a little history of their ancestry and the dangers that it bares. Confiding that hiding our nature from every other to be a matter of life and death.After the loss of Dunmoc, Kiyomi became very withdrawn and Ohara found she had to pick up the role that both her parents held within Hoshnan. Tragically, during a trading mission those that live their lives through envy betrayed our family, stealing and selling Kiyomi into the slave trade.
Kiyomi, the Purest Beauty
Story of Ohara
Ohara was born within the settlement of Hoshnan, the land of those ejected from the continent. Her family were very prominent within the village, thus she was always within the limelight. Ohara adored her parents, and sort to imitate them. Naturally taking on the guile of her mother, often the centre of attention of all those her age. She futher took on the teachings of her father, embracing the Rites of the Kraken and being officially indoctrinated into the church. Her connection to the sea forever deepened, she always knew one day she would sail away from these shores, spreading her father's teachings.Ohara lost her father when she was a teen, and her mother withdrew from society. Ohara found she had to bare the legacy left behind, and sort to master the role of Cleric. Bringer of fresh water and food for much of Hoshnan, many people began to rely and trust Ohara. She progressed to the level of Barrister, judicator of disputes within Hoshnan.Not too long before the start of the campaign, Kiyomi was stolen away by slavers. Some betrayer within the village. This marks the beginning of Ohara's journey beyond the shores.
Ohara, Cleric of the Kraken
Hoshnan
This is Ohara's home. These struggling shores are all she has known. Her family have cared for those exiled here for many years, and Ohara wishes to free those exiled and grant them new settlement in some exotic land far from here. Continued connection is important.
River Opolx
Though this ancient jungle is withering away, it may be possible to plant the seeds of a new settlement. This river into bay looks to be a prime location for a new life to be built. Investigation of such a possibility is of high priority.
The Chainlands
The slavers, pirates and merchants of the chainlands have been forever a thorn in the side of those exiled. Chance passings with ships from here and sure to happen, and discovering just which wretch has stolen my mother away is of top priority.
House Tariff
Though within the House all fall under an obsolete denomination of the Kraken. It is time to update out practices and come together under 'The Church of the Sea'. Ohara wishes to clear the name of her father and her family. She know this will lead to tangling with the jugdicial system of House Tariff. Keeping an eye on the political sphere of the house is necessary.
Church of the Sea Doctrines
Salt is Purity: Salt preserves, cleanses, and consecrates.All Creatures are Children of the Brine: From whales to barnacles, all sea life is sacred kin; land-beasts are wayward cousins who must be brought home.The Sea is All: The ocean is both womb and grave; every soul is born from its depths and returns to it in time. To die is simply to return to the abyss.Church of the Sea Practices
Ritual Drownings: Followers submerge themselves in salt water to “die” and be reborn from the Sea. The pious sometimes push this too far in an attempt to reach the Kraken itself.Salt Benedictions: Saltwater is flicked or smeared on foreheads, hands, or wounds to bless, heal, or drive away falsehood.Nautical Divination: Reading omens in seashell whorls, driftwood patterns, or the taste of seawater.Pilgrimage to the Abyss: The most devout attempt dangerous deep-sea dives (sometimes magical) to seek visions.
Barrister: Allows for 'Group Impression'. This will be a focus as we travel between settlements.
Command: Those that defy the kraken will kneel before it's might.
Stats: We are very utility focused!! We have been looksmaxxing too!! Please protect your squishes.. (˶˃ ᵕ ˂˶)
Summon Undead: We have some hired help lads. Surely a zombie can carry our bags.
Shield: I will be cowering behind this, for it is a nice percentage of my AC. If Ohara is cowering, please come protect her!
Lores: Ohara has gained much skill on Hoshnan. She is well suited for travelling, ship repairs and can combo these with 'Share Lore' spell from Kraken Worship
Harm: The main damage of Ohara. The Great Kraken's power destroys our foes. Already buffed to a D10 and will improve as we level.
Tidal Surge: Focus spell from Cloistered Cleric. Can push individuals far distances using water. Disgusting in sea combat.