Ling Sorseby

Ling Sorseby was born in the marshlands of Thornwick, where her clan of halflings survived by striking bargains with the spirits that haunted the wetlands rather than fleeing from them. Her exceptional physical constitution made her an oddity among her diminutive kin, and she leveraged her strength to become a mediator between the material and spiritual worlds, eventually dedicating herself to the service of Keledek, a deity of balance and consequence. Her sharp tongue and quicker mind earned her both admirers and enemies within her community, as she refused to be bound by tradition and frequently challenged the elders' interpretations of the spirits' will. When a mysterious plague swept through Thornwick, Ling discovered that the spirits themselves were divided on how to respond, some demanding appeasement and others demanding action, forcing her to make an agonizing choice that saved some lives while costing others. That decision cemented her philosophy that the world operates in shades of grey rather than absolutes, and she left her homeland to wander as a cleric who serves neither good nor evil, but rather the inexorable laws of balance and natural consequence. Now she travels from settlement to settlement, using her considerable strength and cutting wit to navigate moral quandaries that others refuse to touch, always asking the uncomfortable questions that others dare not voice.

Strength

16, modifier 3

Dexterity

14, modifier 2

Constitution

16, modifier 3

Intelligence

12, modifier 1

Wisdom

18, modifier 4

Charisma

15, modifier 2

Spirit's Grasp

Make a melee spell attack against a target. On a hit, deal 2d8 necrotic damage and regain hit points equal to half the damage dealt.

Witty Retort

As a reaction, when targeted by an attack, Ling can impose disadvantage on the attack roll by delivering a cutting remark. This can be used once per short rest.

Balance of Consequence

Choose one creature within 30 ft. to force a Wisdom saving throw (DC 15). On a failure, they must choose between taking 3d6 psychic damage or being incapacitated until the end of their next turn.

Mediating Presence

As an action, Ling can grant allies within 30 ft. advantage on their next saving throw against being frightened or charmed.

Invoke the Spirits

Once per long rest, Ling can summon a spirit to aid her. The spirit can provide guidance, granting advantage on one ability check or saving throw of her choice.

Spirit Bargain

Can negotiate with spirits for temporary boons or insights.

Strength

5

Wisdom

9

Charisma

5

Poison

Psychic