Aerion Stromwing

Born during a tempest that split the sky above the floating isles, Aerion was found as an infant cradled in the eye of a cyclone, his air genasi heritage marked by the perpetual whisper of wind that follows him. Raised by the Zephyros Skywardens, he became obsessed with mastering the treacherous currents between islands, eventually earning his place as one of their most fearless scouts and protectors. His unconventional methods and tendency to question authority earned him both respect and notoriety among the order, though his chaotic spirit could never be fully tamed by their rigid traditions. When the Storm Shard's violent awakening sent the skies into unprecedented chaos, Aerion's initial suspicions of foreign sabotage blinded him to a far more ancient and catastrophic threat stirring beneath the islands themselves. Through his journeys through the tempest's hidden passages and his studies of forgotten Storm Temple inscriptions, he began to understand that the awakening was not an invasion but a warning—a cosmic cycle returning that only he possessed the knowledge to navigate. Now, torn between his independent nature and his duty to protect those he loves, Aerion stands at a crossroads, ready to forge unlikely alliances with outsiders and venture into forbidden territories to prevent the sky itself from falling. His reputation as a reckless maverick has transformed into something far more dangerous: a visionary who sees what others cannot, wielding both his ranger's skills and his unique connection to the very winds that sustain their world.

Strength

14, modifier 2

Dexterity

18, modifier 4

Constitution

16, modifier 3

Intelligence

16, modifier 3

Wisdom

15, modifier 2

Charisma

12, modifier 1

Gust Blade

Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 2d10 + 4 slashing damage.

Tempest Strike

As an action, Aerion can unleash a storm of wind, dealing 4d6 thunder damage in a 30 ft. cone.

Skyward Leap

Aerion can jump up to 60 ft. in the air, landing safely without taking damage.

Storm's Call

Once per long rest, Aerion can summon a localized storm, creating difficult terrain in a 60 ft. radius for 1 minute.

Wind Whisperer

Aerion can communicate with air elementals and flying creatures.

Storm Navigator

Advantage on checks to navigate or survive in stormy conditions.

strength

5

dexterity

8

constitution

6

intelligence

7

wisdom

5

Lightning

Thunder