At the side of High Priestess Prospera is her constant companion and guardian, Cleric Veritas—a humble Halfling born and raised in the Plank District. Where Prospera commands with elegance and poise, Veritas embodies humility and grit, a reminder that Waukeen’s blessings shine not only on nobles and merchants but on the common folk who make trade possible.
Veritas is entrusted with the security of the temple, a responsibility he carries with quiet pride. He is rarely seen without his weapon: a holy mace of gleaming gold, said to be blessed by Waukeen herself. Though it serves a mostly ceremonial role, all who know Veritas whisper the same warning—woe to the fool who attempts theft or sacrilege within the Lady of Gold’s walls. His small stature belies ferocity; when roused, Veritas fights with the righteous fury of the devout, and more than one would-be thief has learned firsthand that hell hath no fury like a halfling with a blessed mace.
Despite his martial role, Veritas is gentle in daily life. He greets merchants, laborers, and pilgrims with warmth, guiding them through temple offerings or helping them navigate disputes. His humble origins make him beloved among the faithful, many of whom feel more at ease approaching him than Prospera. Where she is gilded authority, Veritas is approachable faith—together, they form the heart and shield of Waukeen’s presence in Lygos.