Haruta Shimazu

Born the third son of a minor Shimazu daimyo, Haruta discovered his affinity for arcane manipulation during a devastating storm that claimed his village—he alone survived by bending the tempest's fury to his will, a feat that marked him as either blessed or cursed by the heavens. Rising through the military ranks with cunning intellect and devastating elemental prowess, he became indispensable to the Shimazu leadership, earning their trust while secretly harboring resentment at his family's subordinate position within the clan hierarchy. When the Deviants first approached him with promises of unprecedented power and influence, Haruta saw not temptation but opportunity—a chance to reshape the Kingdom of the Sun according to his vision rather than languish under the constraints of traditional clan politics. He has spent years carefully cultivating relationships with key Shimazu nobles, whispering counsel that subtly positions the clan toward accepting a pact that would grant the Deviants dominion, all while maintaining the appearance of a loyal general serving his people's interests. His mastery over water and lightning allows him to manipulate evidence and eliminate threats with natural phenomena that leave no trace of his involvement, making him an invaluable agent for his hidden masters. Should his treachery be discovered, Haruta is prepared to seize power through force, believing that his superior intellect and magical prowess destine him to rule regardless of which faction ultimately prevails.

Strength

10, modifier 0

Dexterity

14, modifier 2

Constitution

18, modifier 4

Intelligence

20, modifier 5

Wisdom

16, modifier 3

Charisma

12, modifier 1

Lightning Bolt

Haruta conjures a bolt of lightning that strikes a target within 120 ft. for 8d6 lightning damage. DC 18 Dexterity save for half damage.

Water Manipulation

Haruta creates a 20 ft. cube of water, providing difficult terrain and extinguishing flames. Can be used to create barriers or obscure vision.

Storm's Wrath

As an action, Haruta summons a storm in a 30 ft. radius, dealing 4d8 lightning damage and knocking creatures prone. DC 18 Strength save to resist.

Arcane Deception

Haruta casts a spell to create illusory duplicates of himself, granting disadvantage on attacks against him for 1 minute. Can be used once per long rest.

Storm Manipulator

Haruta can control water and lightning, gaining advantage on checks involving these elements.

Master Strategist

Haruta can add his Intelligence modifier to initiative rolls and can reroll one failed saving throw per long rest.

strength

0

dexterity

2

constitution

4

intelligence

8

wisdom

6

charisma

1

Lightning

Thunder