Nicholas Bishop

Nicholas Bishop was not always a man of the cloth, but rather a wandering merchant who stumbled upon a dying child on Christmas Eve in the frozen wastes of Northern Europe centuries ago. As he cradled the boy, a miraculous warmth emanated from his own heart, and in that moment of pure compassion, he made an oath to the heavens that he would dedicate eternity to ensuring no child would ever suffer want or loneliness during the season of giving. Bound by this ancient promise, he took holy orders as a bishop to maintain a respectable facade in civilized society, while his true calling carried him across the world each December, delivering hope and wonder to children who had none. His congregation has grown accustomed to his peculiar December absences, dismissing them as spiritual retreats or missionary work, never suspecting that their dignified bishop transforms into something far more magical when the winter solstice arrives. Those who have glimpsed him during these mysterious months report seeing an impossibly jolly figure with a familiar red suit, riding an impossible conveyance pulled by creatures that shouldn't exist. Upon his return each January, he arrives at his cathedral renewed and radiant, bearing the inexplicable scent of cinnamon and pine, his eyes twinkling with secrets that would reshape everything his flock believed about miracles. Nicholas Bishop walks a delicate line between two worlds, neither fully relinquishing the divine calling of his cloth nor abandoning the sacred duty that keeps him eternally young and boundlessly generous.

Strength

14, modifier +2

Dexterity

16, modifier +3

Constitution

20, modifier +5

Intelligence

18, modifier +4

Wisdom

20, modifier +5

Charisma

22, modifier +6

Jolly Blessing

As an action, Nicholas can bless an ally, granting them advantage on their next attack roll or saving throw. This can be done 3 times per long rest.

Cinnamon Burst

Nicholas releases a wave of warmth in a 15-ft radius. Each creature must make a DC 18 Wisdom saving throw or be charmed for 1 minute. They can repeat the save at the end of each of their turns.

Gift of the North

Nicholas can summon a spectral sleigh that allows him to teleport up to 120 feet to an unoccupied space he can see. This can be used once per short rest.

Cheerful Strike

Melee Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 2d8 + 6 radiant damage and the target must succeed on a DC 18 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened until the end of its next turn.

Miracle of Generosity

Once per long rest, Nicholas can grant temporary hit points equal to 2d10 + his Charisma modifier to up to 6 allies within 30 feet.

strength

+6

dexterity

+7

constitution

+10

intelligence

+9

wisdom

+11

charisma

+12

Cold

Necrotic