Princess Lani

Born of a forbidden union between Emperor Zyx'thar of the Crystalline Dominion and Dr. Eleanor Vasquez, a human xenobiologist studying the stars, Princess Lani inherited her father's regal bearing and her mother's inquisitive nature, though she was raised primarily in her father's opulent palace among the void-cities. Her childhood was filled with grand proclamations, elaborate ceremonies, and what she believed were her father's noble efforts to "unite the galaxy under perfect order," never questioning why entire civilizations seemed to vanish after refusing his generous offers of "integration." Lani's strict adherence to the laws and traditions of the Dominion stems from genuine belief in her father's vision of cosmic harmony, a conviction reinforced by her isolated upbringing and the reverent whispers of courtiers who dared not speak truth to power. When she ventures into the wider galaxy as the Emperor's ambassador, her half-human empathy occasionally conflicts with the bureaucratic ruthlessness she assumes is merely efficient governance. Though her mother perished under mysterious circumstances when Lani was young—a tragedy she was told was a tragic accident during "necessary consolidation efforts"—the princess remains devoted to her father's legacy, unaware that her own genuine compassion for others makes her either a liability or the only hope for redemption within her tyrannical dynasty.

Strength

12, modifier +1

Dexterity

14, modifier +2

Constitution

16, modifier +3

Intelligence

18, modifier +4

Wisdom

16, modifier +3

Charisma

20, modifier +5

Galactic Diplomacy

As an action, Lani can attempt to charm a creature within 30 ft. DC 17 Wisdom save or be charmed for 1 minute.

Order of the Dominion

Lani can issue a command to allies within 60 ft. They can use their reaction to move up to half their speed.

Cosmic Blast

Ranged spell attack. On a hit, deals 4d8 radiant damage. Range 120 ft.

Imperial Decree

As an action, choose one creature within 60 ft. It must succeed on a DC 17 Charisma save or be frightened for 1 minute.

Royal Command

Allies within 30 feet gain advantage on saving throws against fear.

Empathic Insight

Once per turn, Lani can sense the emotional state of a creature within 60 feet.

strength

+1

dexterity

+2

constitution

+3

intelligence

+4

wisdom

+3

charisma

+5

Psychic