Race: Winter Eladrin
Occupation: Chief Paladin of the Temple of Selune, Commander of the
Lunar Guard
Alignment: Lawful Good (with unyielding tendencies)
Motto: “Faith is in the sword that does not waver, and the shield that
does not break.”
Overview
Jace Lumen is the embodiment of Selûne's cold, enduring light—unmoved by temptation, intimidation, or compromise. Once a wandering knight, Jace pledged himself fully to the Moonmaiden’s service after a vision in the Whitespray Strait Strait. Now he stands as the temple’s foremost defender and a pillar of discipline in the Lunar Guard.
His presence alone stills the chaos of the temple’s courtyard; his reputation ensures that few dare to challenge the sanctity of Selûne’s grounds. To allies, he is a guardian without equal. To enemies, he is the frost-edged sword of divine retribution.
Appearance
- Skin: Frost-pale, with a faint bluish tint that catches moonlight like ice.
- Hair: Silver-white, worn loose with occasional braids strung with tiny lunar charms.
- Eyes: Piercing blue, as cold and steady as the winter sky.
- Armor: Silvered plate engraved with Selûne’s crescent symbol; a midnight-blue cloak dusted with frost-like shimmer.
- Bearing: Moves with controlled precision; every gesture deliberate.
Personality & Habits
- Unyielding Loyalty: Serves Selûne and High Priestess Esmeray without question.
- Measured Speech: Chooses words as carefully as he wields a blade.
- Quiet Mentor: Trains recruits through example, expecting perfection but offering no empty praise.
- Stoic Protector: Shields the weak without expectation of thanks.
Quirks:
- Maintains his armor and weapons to a flawless shine—moonlight should always reflect from the blade.
- Meditates in the temple courtyard during the coldest hours before dawn.
- Keeps a personal vow never to strike first in a duel of honor.
Abilities
- Oath of the Moon (Paladin Oath): Grants divine powers tied to moonlight, protection, and purging darkness.
- Winter’s Embrace: Can project a frigid aura, slowing foes and eroding morale.
- Lunar Ward: Shields allies from incoming magic, reflecting radiant bursts back at attackers.
- Tactical Mastery: Rarely caught off-guard; adept at predicting enemy movements.
Role in the World
As an Ally:
- Offers martial aid and divine blessings to those protecting Selûne’s faithful.
- Provides structured, disciplined missions for adventurers who earn his trust.
As an Adversary:
- Will not tolerate threats to the temple or deviations from Selûne’s doctrine.
- Pursues enemies relentlessly, granting no quarter to those who desecrate sacred grounds.
Key Relationships
- High Priestess Esmeray: His commander and spiritual guide; their trust in each other is absolute.
- The Lunar Guard: Elite warriors under his leadership, trained in both martial skill and lunar devotion.
- Zealots of the Moon: Some extremists see his calculated approach as “lukewarm” devotion, creating quiet tension.
Adventure Hooks
- The Lunar Relic – A sacred artifact is stolen from the temple; Jace tasks the party with its recovery, but his scrutiny may test their methods.
- The Frozen Betrayal – A trusted Lunar Guard member turns traitor; Jace enlists the party to help, but his strict honor code could complicate matters.
- Shadows of the Moon – Dark forces in Lygos push Jace toward a moral crisis; the party’s choices can sway him toward unbending justice or tempered mercy.
Sample Dialogue
- “Faith is not in words or rituals. It is in action—unyielding, constant.”
- “The moon’s light is not warm, but it never fails.”
- “If you stand for Selûne, I will stand with you. If you stand against her, I will not fall until you do.”