Celestial Swan, “The Blessed Sentinel of the Lake”

“Meet the majestic celestial swan: a divine, otherworldly creature with the power to guide heroes and protect realms—its wings shimmer with pure magic!”

The celestial swan is a magnificent, ethereal creature, radiating divine light. Its pristine feathers shimmer with an otherworldly glow, shifting between silver and gold under the light of the sun or stars. Its eyes are a deep, radiant blue, reflecting the cosmos, while its wings stretch wide, exuding a soft, iridescent aura. Every feather seems to be meticulously crafted from celestial energy, and its long, graceful neck gives it an air of regal beauty. The swan’s body seems almost translucent, hinting at its fey or divine origins.

Behavior:
Celestial swans are fiercely protective and noble. They act as guardians and guides, especially to those on divine quests or missions of justice. Silent and watchful, they maintain a calm grace but can become fearsome in battle, defending their charges with swift precision. They possess an innate ability to sense purity of heart, often aligning themselves with individuals of strong moral character. When threatened, they unleash blinding radiant light, disorienting foes before striking with swift precision.

Habitat:
Though celestial swans are most commonly found in the Feywild or divine realms connected to the Upper Planes, they occasionally cross into the mortal world near holy lakes, rivers, or areas of significant magical convergence. Wherever they dwell, the land around them is often imbued with radiant energy, causing flora to glow softly and water to run clear and pure. In the Feywild, they often reside near sacred groves or mystical pools.

Modus Operandi:
Celestial swans serve as guardians and guides. They watch over those who have been chosen by divine powers, especially knights like Lohengrin, protecting them and offering divine support in battle. Often, they will appear to ferry chosen individuals between realms, gliding over water as if weightless or soaring through the skies with incredible speed. They do not attack unless provoked or when their ward is threatened, preferring to use their radiant presence to ward off potential dangers.

Motivation:
Driven by a divine sense of duty, celestial swans are motivated by the desire to maintain balance and protect sacred realms and individuals. They seek to aid those who are on righteous paths, helping them achieve their destiny. At their core, they are manifestations of divine will, working to preserve purity, justice, and peace in the world and beyond.

Celestial Swan

Huge Celestial, Lawful Good

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Armor Class: 16 (Natural Armor)
Hit Points: 150 (20d12 + 40)
Speed: 30 ft., fly 60 ft. (hover), swim 50 ft.

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STR	DEX	CON	INT	WIS	CHA
22 (+6)	18 (+4)	15 (+2)	12 (+1)	20 (+5)	24 (+7)

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Saving Throws: Dex +9, Wis +10, Cha +12
Skills: Insight +10, Perception +10, Persuasion +12
Damage Resistances: Radiant; Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from Nonmagical Attacks
Condition Immunities: Charmed, Frightened
Senses: Truesight 60 ft., Passive Perception 20
Languages: Celestial, Common
Challenge Rating: 9 (5,000 XP)

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Traits

• Aura of Tranquility:
  • Allies within 30 feet gain a +1 bonus to saving throws against spells and magical effects.
• Innate Spellcasting:
  • Charisma is the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 20). It can cast:
    • At will: Detect Evil and Good, Healing Word
    • 3/day each: Lesser Restoration, Dispel Magic
    • 1/day each: Aura of Life, Greater Restoration
• Swansong (Recharge 5-6):
  • As a bonus action, the swan can sing a melodious hymn. All friendly creatures within 30 feet regain 3d10 hit points and can make a DC 20 Wisdom saving throw; on a failure, they are charmed until the end of their next turn.

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Actions

• Multiattack:
  • The Celestial Swan makes two attacks: one with its Beak and one with its Wing.
• Beak:
  • Melee Weapon Attack: +12 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target.
  • Hit: 28 (4d8 + 6) piercing damage plus 14 (4d6) radiant damage.
• Wing:
  • Melee Weapon Attack: +12 to hit, reach 15 ft., one target.
  • Hit: 22 (2d10 + 6) slashing damage plus 7 (2d6) radiant damage.
• Radiant Burst (Recharge 5-6):
  • The swan releases a burst of radiant energy in a 20-foot-radius sphere centered on itself. Creatures in that area must make a DC 20 Dexterity saving throw, taking 45 (10d8) radiant damage on a failed save or half as much on a successful one. The area becomes bright light for 1 minute.

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Reactions

• Reflective Radiance:
  • When hit by an attack, the swan can use its reaction to unleash a burst of radiant light. The attacker must make a DC 20 Constitution saving throw, taking 28 (8d6) radiant damage on a failure or half on a success.

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Legendary Actions

The Celestial Swan can take 2 legendary actions, choosing from the options below:

• Wing Attack (1 Action):
  • The swan makes one Wing attack.
• Cast a Spell (2 Actions):
  • The swan casts a spell from its Innate Spellcasting list.