Khonsu, god of the moon and time

Khonsu is the ancient Egyptian god of the moon and time.

• Pantheon: Egyptian Pantheon
• Deity Title: Khonsu, god of the moon and time
• Deity Symbol: Crescent moon with a full moon disc on top, flanked by two feathers, or a hawk wearing a moon disc and crescent headdress
• Home Plane: N/A
• Deity Level: Intermediate deity
• Alignment: Lawful Neutral
• Aliases: Chonsu, Khons, Khensu, Khonshu
• Superior: Amun-Ra
• Traditional Allies: Amun-Ra, Thoth, Ma’at
• Traditional Foes: Set, Apophis
• Divine Artifact: The Khonsu Eclipse Clock, which controls the lunar phases
• Servants: Ibises, hawks, wolves, and bulls
• Servitor Creatures: Mummies, lunar elementals, and time elementals
• Sacred Animal: Wolf
• Manifestations: Appearances as a young man wearing a headdress with a crescent moon, holding a crook and flail; glowing moonlight; changing the lunar phases; manipulating time
• Signs of Favor: Lunar blessings, protection from harm, increased fertility
• Worshipers: Scribes, astronomers, doctors, and anyone seeking protection and guidance
• Cleric Alignments: Lawful Good, Lawful Neutral, Neutral
• Specialty Priests: Timekeepers, Lunar Observers, Protectionists
• Holy Days: Festival of the New Moon (first day of the lunar month), Festival of the Full Moon (15th day of the lunar month), Festival of Time (anniversary of Khonsu’s birth)
• Portfolio: Timekeeping, lunar phases, fertility, protection, healing
• Domains: Time, Moon, Protection, Healing, Magic
• Favored Weapon: Khopesh (a curved sword)
• Favored Class: Cleric
• Favored Race: Humans
• Duties of the Priesthood: Timekeeping, observation of lunar phases, protection of the vulnerable, healing the sick, offering guidance and support to those who seek it
• Major Cult/Temple Sites: Temple of Khonsu at Karnak, Temple of Khonsu at Luxor
• Benefits: Divine spellcasting, lunar blessings, protection from harm, increased fertility, access to divine artifacts and servitors.

Khonsu is an ancient Egyptian deity who is revered as the god of the moon and time. He is often depicted as a youthful figure wearing a headdress with a crescent moon and holding a crook and flail, symbols of royalty and power.

As a character, Khonsu is known for his unwavering commitment to timekeeping and his ability to control the lunar phases. He is believed to have the power to manipulate time, both in the physical and spiritual realms, and is often called upon by the ancient Egyptians to help them keep track of the seasons, the flooding of the Nile River, and the passage of time in their daily lives.

In addition to his role as a timekeeper, Khonsu is also seen as a protector of the vulnerable, particularly women and children. He is often depicted as a benevolent figure, offering guidance and support to those who seek his aid.

Khonsu is a youthful, male figure with dark skin and an athletic build. He wears a headdress with a crescent moon and is often depicted holding a crook and flail, symbols of his royal status and power. His eyes are usually depicted as large and expressive, and his features are sharp and angular. He emanates a sense of quiet confidence and authority, befitting his status as the god of time and the moon.

One of Khonsu’s main objectives is to maintain order and balance in the world. He believes that timekeeping and the observation of lunar phases are essential to this goal, and he works tirelessly to ensure that the natural rhythms of the universe are maintained. His ultimate aim is to create a world in which all beings live in harmony with one another and with the cosmos.

The Khonsu Eclipse Clock

The Khonsu Eclipse Clock is a large and ornate timepiece, standing approximately three feet tall and weighing around 50 pounds. It is made of an otherworldly metal that glows with a faint silver light, and it is decorated with intricate hieroglyphs and lunar symbols that seem to shift and move when observed for too long.

The face of the clock is dominated by a large crescent moon, which changes in size and position depending on the current lunar phase. The hands of the clock are shaped like ibis beaks, and they tick away in a steady rhythm that echoes throughout the room.

At the base of the clock, there are several smaller dials and knobs that allow the user to make precise adjustments to the lunar phases. These controls are inscribed with ancient hieroglyphs that only a follower of Khonsu would be able to read.

Despite its weight and size, the Khonsu Eclipse Clock seems to radiate a subtle aura of power and magic that is palpable to anyone who stands near it. It is a true marvel of divine craftsmanship and a testament to the godly power of Khonsu.

As a Divine Artifact, The Khonsu Eclipse Clock is an incredibly powerful and unique item. It allows its user to control the phases of the moon, effectively manipulating the tides, agricultural cycles, and even the moods of people affected by lunar cycles.

• Rarity: Artifact
• Type: Wondrous Item
• Rarity: Artifact
• Weight: 50 lbs
• Requires attunement by a cleric or druid of Khonsu
• While attuned to the Khonsu Eclipse Clock, the user has control over the lunar phases, including full moons, new moons, and all the phases in between.
• The user can manipulate the lunar phases to bring about different effects, such as increased fertility, more favorable tides for fishing or travel, or a decrease in certain behaviors associated with lunar phases (such as werewolf transformations).
• The user must be careful when using the clock, as sudden changes in lunar cycles can have unintended consequences on the world and its inhabitants.
• The clock can also be used to detect the presence of lunar or time elementals, and to communicate with them.
• The Khonsu Eclipse Clock is virtually indestructible, but it is also incredibly valuable and sought after by those who would use its power for their own gain.

Currently

As Khonsu surveys the world from his celestial vantage point, he is acutely aware of the tumultuous events unfolding around him. The year is 1450, and the world is in the midst of great change. The Ottoman Empire is expanding its reach, the Renaissance is sweeping across Europe, and the Aztec and Inca empires are flourishing in the New World.

Despite the chaos and uncertainty, Khonsu remains steadfast in his commitment to maintaining order and balance in the world. He knows that the natural rhythms of the universe must be preserved if the world is to flourish, and he works tirelessly to ensure that the cycles of time and the lunar phases remain in harmony.

In particular, Khonsu is deeply concerned about the impact that the rapid changes of the Renaissance are having on the world. He sees the rise of humanism and secularism as a threat to the delicate balance of the cosmos, and he worries that the unchecked pursuit of knowledge and power will upset the natural order of things.

To counteract these forces, Khonsu has taken on a more active role in the world. He has been working with a group of scholars and philosophers to promote a more holistic view of the world, one that acknowledges the interconnectedness of all things and the importance of maintaining balance and harmony.

As he watches the world spin on, Khonsu is filled with a sense of purpose and determination. He knows that the road ahead will be difficult, but he is convinced that with patience, wisdom, and perseverance, he can help steer the world towards a brighter, more harmonious future.

Lunar Elemental

Medium elemental, neutral

Armor Class 14

Hit Points 71 (13d8 + 13)

Speed 40 ft., fly 60 ft.

STR	DEX	CON	INT	WIS	CHA
12 (+1)	18 (+4)	12 (+1)	10 (+0)	16 (+3)	10 (+0)

Skills Perception +7, Stealth +7

Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 17

Damage Immunities lightning, poison

Condition Immunities exhaustion, petrified, poisoned

Languages understands the languages of its summoner but doesn’t speak

Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)

Elemental Form. The lunar elemental can move through a space as narrow as 1 inch wide without squeezing.

Illuminating Aura. The lunar elemental sheds dim light in a 20-foot radius.

Innate Spellcasting. The lunar elemental’s innate spellcasting ability is Wisdom. It can innately cast the following spells, requiring no components:

• At will: light, moonbeam, protection from energy (lightning)
• 1/day each: chain lightning, sunburst

Moonlight Leap. The lunar elemental can jump up to 60 feet horizontally or 30 feet vertically as a bonus action.

Reactive. The lunar elemental can take one reaction per round, choosing from the following options:

• Deflect. The lunar elemental can deflect an incoming ranged attack or spell, causing it to miss.
• Redirect. The lunar elemental can redirect an incoming melee attack to a nearby creature within 5 feet.

Silver Touch. Whenever the lunar elemental hits a creature with a melee attack, that creature must succeed on a DC 14 Constitution saving throw or become petrified as its body turns to silver. The creature can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on a success.

Physical Description

The lunar elemental is a shimmering creature that appears to be made entirely of silvery moonlight. Its body constantly shifts and flows, mimicking the phases of the moon. When it moves, it leaves behind a trail of soft, silvery light that illuminates the area around it. Despite its ephemeral nature, the elemental’s movements are purposeful and deliberate, as if it is aware of its surroundings and has a plan in mind.

About

The lunar elemental is a strange and otherworldly creature, born of the very essence of the moon itself. It is a being of pure energy, with a form that seems to shift and flow like the phases of the moon. At times it appears as a shimmering ball of silver light, while at others it takes on a more solid form, with sharp edges and jagged angles that seem to slice through the air.

Despite its strange appearance, the lunar elemental is not aggressive or malicious in nature. It is a creature of balance and harmony, embodying the ebb and flow of the tides and the cycles of nature. Those who encounter it often describe feeling a sense of calm and tranquility, as if the elemental’s very presence soothes the soul.

In many ways, the lunar elemental is a mysterious and enigmatic creature. It seems to have a profound understanding of the natural world, and its movements are often linked to the phases of the moon. Some scholars speculate that the elemental may even be responsible for the lunar cycles themselves, manipulating the tides and the tides of fate in accordance with some grand cosmic plan.

Despite its inscrutable nature, the lunar elemental is revered by many who worship Khonsu, the god of the moon. It is seen as a symbol of the divine power of the moon and a reminder of the cyclical nature of life. Many followers of Khonsu seek to commune with the elemental in order to gain a deeper understanding of the world and its mysteries.