The Witch (player class)

Overview

The Witch is an arcane caster, not wanting to spend a lifetime studing, but unwilling to pledge themselves to another for instant power. Instead, they find thier own shortcuts through alchemy, companionship, and a little help from spirits.

Witches feel most at home in the outdoors. No one to tell them the “proper” way to do magic, or keep them from experimenting because it’s “too dangerous.” This freedom allows them to find new ways to harness the magic in herbs, mimic the talents of natural gifted creatures, and explore the power of a bond between souls. The strongest of these bonds is that between a witch and their familiar. Witches are rarely seen without their familiar, especially in cities and other more “civilized” areas. The small beast that accompanies them provides a constant connection to the wild and the power it has to offer.

A witch’s cauldron is often seen as the source of their power. While this is not essentially accurate, the cast-iron icon is used as a central component for rituals, arcane rights, and of course potion brewing. The focus that a cauldron lends allows a witch put their occult knowledge to better effect, or to store such power for a later use. Witches tend to be very self-reliant, having escaped the modern conveniences of civilization and the people that come with it. A good cauldron can be used for everything from brewing potions to cooking dinner to washing laundry. It’s no wonder the cauldron is nearly as ever-present to the witch as is her familiar.

Sub-Classes

The Witch can join one of a selection of Covens in order to focus their talents to their own liking.

Coven of the Bubbling Brew

Grants abilities to make potions cheaper, stronger, and more often than one would normally be able. These can be used, not only on yourself, but handed out to party members or sold for profit.

Coven of the Wild Mind

Lets you summon larger, strong familiars, making it an alternate choice for those that want a strong pet without being forced into the Ranger class.

Coven of the Blackened Spirit

Curses, hexes, stronger magic thanks to the spirits hidining in shadows. Even sharing your magic with talismans.

Additional coven options are available: More Covens