Valkyrie

”I bring a message from the other side.”

 Origins. It is said Valkyrie reside in Midgar; consult your Director for further information.

Names. There are no Valkyrie family names. Known Valkyrie names include Meghara, Sky, and Wroth.

It is said that Valkyrie are from another world. When asked about it they always respond that they are from the other side, and do not understand how to elaborate. Some are from Midgar, obviously, while others claim to hail from somewhere unknown even to them. One thing most seem to have in common is that they hold or have held an intimate relationship with a deity.

There are many types of Valkyrie, the most prevalent are those in service to the current deity in power. While they are humanoid and serve as ambassadors to the will of their gods, non-sentient creatures that make Midgar their home are also called Valkyrie. They always appear angelic and usually bring a sense of calm in their wake if not slight surprise, and most appear benevolent. Little is known about the Valkyrie except what is shared with those involved with their own mysterious intent. The Triumvirate Kings have decreed that they are never to be worshiped, and that they are only to be considered servants of the gods.

It is said that four centuries ago a Valkyrie of Kami appeared to the first Hecate in an offering of sealing her triumvirate with the Virtue.

Two hundred years have passed since a Valkyrie appeared to the shepherd Ajora and urged him to convert to being a Paladin. It is said that several other Valkyrie appeared to lead him down the right path when his way seemed to become unclear, but due to Ajora’s eventual demise there are some who dispute their insight and intent.

In the current era, no Valkyrie are yet to have made their presence known, but it is said that one awaits the Hecate in the Cathedral of Thoughts to usher the way for its deity’s chosen. The few who have had clearance to enter its sacred halls let slip rumors of a name whispered upon the wind. It is said that a multitude of Valkyrie exist and await to assist those who live honorable lives, but their presence in such force has yet to be witnessed. Additional Inventory. (If player participated in the Beta Test: To be an Ashguard:) Moongleam Earrings, (All:) Longbow, Quiver (Holds 12), 10 Light Arrows, Celestial Raiment.
 * (Size 5)
 * 5 starting MP
 * Attribute Bonus: CHARISMA or EMPATHY
 * Skill Bonus: Ranged Weaponry or Composure

Valkyrie Traits
UNKNOWN ORIGIN. When asked where they come from, Valkyrie have little to say. Their only sense of home seems to be with their deity. Gain a +1 bonus to all Social Skills while talking about Religion, Faith, Norns, Paladins, your deity or the Hecate.

DIRECT COMMUNICATION. You share a connection to your god as if they were standing right next to you. You hear their impressions in your mind as if the words were spoken. [PERCEPTION + Evocation]

FAITHFUL SERVANT. Valkyrie almost never disobey orders from their god, but when they do so they immediately take a point of Spirit damage. (Permanent, Required, Bankeable)

CELESTIAL AERIALIST. As a Valkyrie, you may take flight on magical wings at the cost of 1 MP, granting you the ability to stay aloft for 1 round, adding 2 to your Movement. You may then use another MP to maintain flight. You may ignore the cost while inside Midgar.

DEFENSIVE FEATHERS. Your wings may serve as a shield by granting you +2 to Defense when you Guard. If your wings are damaged you may make a [WILLPOWER + Evocation + Faith] Check to have them restored by your [Restoration].

HECATE’S RULES. Hecate has one rule beyond following her orders, and that is to never fall in love or even begin down that path. To distract her chosen Hecate or to lose sight of her goals would be an abomination worthy of stripping you of your wings, and who knows what you would be then? (Permanent, Required, Bankable)