Change the Transformed
MystaransProphet of Transformation
"Change is not destruction. It is becoming. I help people navigate the transition.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Forge of Metamorphosis
- Civilization
- Mystarans
Appearance
• Physical: Change embodies transformation—they seem to be in constant flux, their features shift between states, their presence feels like transition itself. They seem to glow with transformative energy. • Clothing: They wear garments that change constantly. They carry tools for transformation. • Distinguishing Marks: Their form is never the same twice. They have a habit of embodying change.
Relationships
- Family - Transformation-seers are their family; they maintain no blood relations
- Allies - Other transformation-seers; those who've transformed through their guidance
- Rivals - Those who resist change; stability-seers who oppose their methods
Personality
- Traits: Constantly changing, surprisingly consistent at core, protective of transformation, aware of change's necessity
- Mannerisms: Shifts form unconsciously, speaks in transformation metaphors, becomes distressed by stagnation
- Voice: Variable but recognizable, with a quality that makes people accept change
Backstory
Change was born during a moment of perfect transformation and has always been connected to change. They discovered they could read prophecies in transformation—metamorphosis, transitions, the process of becoming. They've become the foremost transformation-seer in Mystara, consulted by those seeking to understand and navigate change.
Daily Life
They maintain the Forge, guides transformations for visitors, and trains apprentices in transformation-divination. They spend their days surrounded by change, seeking visions in metamorphosis. They work to help people embrace transformation.
Secret
Change has seen that some things should not change—and that constant transformation might be preventing necessary stability.
Story Hooks
- 1 Change has a transformation-prophecy about the party and summons them to the Forge
- 2 Change has stopped occurring in an area and they need help investigating the cause
Narrative Value
Change provides transformation-based prophecy and guidance through transitions. Their discovery about necessary stability creates philosophical stakes while their abilities offer unique plot opportunities involving metamorphosis. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════