Seraphim Gearhart

Seraphim Gearhart's path to becoming the renowned steam engineer she is today was anything but ordinary. Born to a goblin mother and a human father, she spent her early years navigating the societal challenges that came with her dual heritage. Yet, even as a young child, Seraphim possessed an insatiable curiosity and a keen intellect that set her apart. While others may have been content with the status quo, Seraphim was driven by a restless desire to push the boundaries of what was possible. She spent countless hours tinkering with discarded machinery, unraveling the mysteries of cogs and gears, and dreaming of the wondrous creations she could bring to life. This passion, coupled with her natural talent for engineering, soon became the driving force that would shape her future. As Seraphim grew older, she found herself drawn to the bustling Foundry District of Brightforge, where the rhythmic hum of steam-powered machinery and the acrid scent of molten metal filled the air. It was here that she honed her skills, working alongside the most renowned inventors and engineers of the realm. Her innovative designs and fearless experimentation soon caught the attention of the city's leaders, who recognized the transformative potential of her work. Seraphim's inventions began to revolutionize industries, from transportation to manufacturing, and she became known as the "Mother of Steam" – a moniker that both honored her achievements and hinted at the explosive impact her creations would have on the technological landscape of Luminaforge.

Strength

14, modifier 2

Dexterity

16, modifier 3

Constitution

20, modifier 5

Intelligence

20, modifier 5

Wisdom

12, modifier 1

Charisma

10, modifier 0

arcane overload

Seraphim channels her arcane energy into her machines, causing them to explode. Each creature within a 30-foot radius must make a DC 19 Dexterity saving throw, taking 55 (10d10) force damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one. This action can only be used once per long rest

steam blast

Ranged Spell Attack: +11 to hit, range 120 ft., one target. Hit: 45 (10d8) fire damage. On a hit, the target must succeed on a DC 19 Dexterity saving throw or be knocked prone.

mechanical minions

Seraphim summons 2d4 Steam Constructs (use stats of Animated Armor) that act on her initiative. They remain for 1 minute or until destroyed.

arcane mechanic

Seraphim can add her Intelligence modifier to any ability check related to machinery or engineering.

steam resilience

Seraphim has advantage on saving throws against being poisoned or incapacitated.

strength

8

constitution

10

intelligence

11

dexterity

9

arcane infusion

Seraphim can enhance one of her actions, adding an additional 3d8 damage to the next attack made with it.

innovative design

Seraphim can create a temporary steam-powered device that grants her or an ally advantage on their next attack roll or ability check. This device lasts until the end of the next turn.

steam eruption

On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties), the ground in a 20-foot radius around Seraphim erupts with steam. Each creature in that area must succeed on a DC 19 Constitution saving throw or take 22 (4d10) fire damage and be blinded until the end of their next turn.

mechanical reinforcements

Seraphim can summon additional Steam Constructs (1d4) to the battlefield, which appear in unoccupied spaces within 30 feet of her.

steam surge

Seraphim can move up to half her speed without provoking opportunity attacks, leaving a trail of steam that obscures vision in a 10-foot radius until the start of her next turn.

Fire

Poison

Psychic

Charmed

Frightened

Paralyzed