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	=== Soul Collecting ===		=== Soul Collecting ===

			TODO: Spell power will become better just with one of the specializations. Need to slim down descriptions and mechanics to make it easy to read.

	Smokescale has been granted limited authority by Archduke Bel to act as an infernal contractor — a freelance collector of souls, learning the legalese of damnation. Each night, while the rest of the party sleeps, Smokescale ventures into the world under a forged identity, offering tailored contracts to the desperate, dying, or vengeful.		Smokescale has been granted limited authority by Archduke Bel to act as an infernal contractor — a freelance collector of souls, learning the legalese of damnation. Each night, while the rest of the party sleeps, Smokescale ventures into the world under a forged identity, offering tailored contracts to the desperate, dying, or vengeful.

Manath: /* Smokescale – The Indentured Imp */

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	==== Persuasive Deal-Maker ====		==== Persuasive Deal-Maker ====
	Smokescale’s silver tongue becomes sharper with every contract. He gains '''proficiency in the Persuasion skill'''. Additionally, when attempting to convince a creature to accept a deal that benefits him (or "Cassander"), Smokescale has '''advantage''' on Persuasion checks against targets who are '''desperate, dying, or otherwise compromised''' (as determined by the DM).		Smokescale’s silver tongue becomes sharper with every contract. He gains '''+2 CHA''' and '''proficiency in the Persuasion skill'''. Additionally, when attempting to convince a creature to accept a deal that benefits him (or "Cassander"), Smokescale has '''advantage''' on Persuasion checks against targets who are '''desperate, dying, or otherwise compromised''' (as determined by the DM).

	==== Soul Consumption ====		==== Soul Consumption ====
	Smokescale can '''consume souls''' in his medallion. He begins with '''1 soul charge''', which he regains after a long rest, assuming he has access to a populated area where he can seek out new contracts. In desolate locations, the DM may require a roleplay scene, an infernal contract attempt, or a successful Persuasion check to recover a charge.		Smokescale can '''consume souls''' stored in his medallion. He begins with '''1 soul charge''', which he regains after a long rest, assuming he has access to a populated area where he can seek out new contracts. In desolate locations, the DM may require a roleplay scene, an infernal contract attempt, or a successful Persuasion check to recover a charge.

	He expends these soul charges to cast '''warlock spells''' as ~~if using a~~ '''~~3rd-~~level ~~spell slot~~'''~~. These spells are not his own magic but are drawn directly from the damned souls he consumes.~~		He expends these soul charges to cast '''warlock spells''', drawing infernal power directly from the consumed souls. The number of soul charges and the '''maximum spell level he can cast using this feature''' both increase as the '''party’s level''' rises:

	~~Soul charges increase as the~~ '''~~party’s level~~''' ~~increases~~:		* '''Party Level 3''': 1 soul, cast spells as if using a '''3rd-level spell slot'''
			* '''Party Level 6''': 2 souls, cast spells as if using a '''4th-level spell slot'''
	* '''~~Party Level 3~~'''~~: 1 soul~~		* '''Party Level 9''': 3 souls, cast spells as if using a '''5th-level spell slot'''
	* '''Party Level 6''': 2 souls		* '''Party Level 12''': 4 souls, cast spells as if using a '''6th-level spell slot'''
	* '''Party Level 9''': 3 souls		* '''Party Level 15''': 5 souls, cast spells as if using a '''7th-level spell slot'''
	* '''Party Level 12''': 4 souls		* '''Party Level 18''': 6 souls, cast spells as if using an '''8th-level spell slot'''
	* '''Party Level 15''': 5 souls
	* '''Party Level 18''': 6 souls

	==== Spellcasting Notes ====		==== Spellcasting Notes ====
	Smokescale may cast any spell from the '''warlock spell list''', provided ~~its level~~ is ~~3rd~~ or lower. He uses '''Charisma''' as his spellcasting ability, and the '''DC''' for any saving throw is calculated as:		Smokescale may cast any spell from the '''warlock spell list''', provided it is equal to or lower than the current spell level available to him (based on party level). He uses '''Charisma''' as his spellcasting ability, and the '''DC''' for any saving throw is calculated as:

	<code>8 + Smokescale’s proficiency bonus + CHA modifier</code>		<code>8 + Smokescale’s proficiency bonus + CHA modifier</code>

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	==== Persuasive Deal-Maker ====		==== Persuasive Deal-Maker ====
	Smokescale’s silver tongue becomes sharper with every contract. He gains '''proficiency in the Persuasion skill'''~~, or '''expertise''' if already proficient~~. Additionally, when attempting to convince a creature to accept a deal that benefits him (or "Cassander"), Smokescale has '''advantage''' on Persuasion checks against targets who are '''desperate, dying, or otherwise compromised''' (as determined by the DM).		Smokescale’s silver tongue becomes sharper with every contract. He gains '''proficiency in the Persuasion skill'''. Additionally, when attempting to convince a creature to accept a deal that benefits him (or "Cassander"), Smokescale has '''advantage''' on Persuasion checks against targets who are '''desperate, dying, or otherwise compromised''' (as determined by the DM).

	==== Soul Consumption ====		==== Soul Consumption ====

Manath: /* Soul Collecting */

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	=== Soul Collecting ===		=== Soul Collecting ===
	~~'''3rd-level Infernal Scribe feature'''~~

	Smokescale has been granted limited authority by Archduke Bel to act as an infernal contractor — a freelance collector of souls, learning the legalese of damnation. Each night, while the rest of the party sleeps, Smokescale ventures into the world under a forged identity, offering tailored contracts to the desperate, dying, or vengeful.		Smokescale has been granted limited authority by Archduke Bel to act as an infernal contractor — a freelance collector of souls, learning the legalese of damnation. Each night, while the rest of the party sleeps, Smokescale ventures into the world under a forged identity, offering tailored contracts to the desperate, dying, or vengeful.

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	To conduct these deals, he assumes the persona of '''Cassander''', a suave cambion with a forked tongue, gleaming horns, and a flair for paperwork. Smokescale gains the '''Minor Illusion''' cantrip, which he uses to alter his voice and appearance during these negotiations.		To conduct these deals, he assumes the persona of '''Cassander''', a suave cambion with a forked tongue, gleaming horns, and a flair for paperwork. Smokescale gains the '''Minor Illusion''' cantrip, which he uses to alter his voice and appearance during these negotiations.

	These infernal contracts are magically binding and written in subtle, damning clauses. When a creature knowingly agrees to the terms — whether aloud, in writing, or by unmistakable action — their soul is marked and drawn into the '''soul medallion''', a blackened, infernal token Smokescale wears around his neck.		These infernal contracts are magically binding and written in subtle, damning clauses. When a creature knowingly agrees to the terms — whether aloud, in writing, or by unmistakable action — their soul is marked and, upon death, drawn into the '''soul medallion''', a blackened, infernal token Smokescale wears around his neck.

	==== Persuasive Deal-Maker ====		==== Persuasive Deal-Maker ====
	Smokescale’s silver tongue becomes sharper with every contract. He gains '''proficiency in the Persuasion skill''', or '''expertise''' if already proficient. Additionally, when attempting to convince a creature to accept a deal that benefits him (or "Cassander"), Smokescale has '''advantage''' on Persuasion checks against targets who are '''desperate, dying, or otherwise compromised''' (as determined by the DM).		Smokescale’s silver tongue becomes sharper with every contract. He gains '''proficiency in the Persuasion skill''', or '''expertise''' if already proficient. Additionally, when attempting to convince a creature to accept a deal that benefits him (or "Cassander"), Smokescale has '''advantage''' on Persuasion checks against targets who are '''desperate, dying, or otherwise compromised''' (as determined by the DM).

	==== Soul ~~Charges~~ ====		==== Soul Consumption ====
	Smokescale can ~~store~~ '''~~soul charges~~''' in his medallion~~, each representing a soul he has bargained for~~. He begins with '''1 soul charge''', which he regains after a long rest, assuming he has access to a populated area where he can seek out new contracts. In desolate locations, the DM may require a roleplay scene, an infernal contract attempt, or a successful Persuasion check to recover a charge.		Smokescale can '''consume souls''' in his medallion. He begins with '''1 soul charge''', which he regains after a long rest, assuming he has access to a populated area where he can seek out new contracts. In desolate locations, the DM may require a roleplay scene, an infernal contract attempt, or a successful Persuasion check to recover a charge.

	He expends these soul charges to cast '''warlock spells''' as if using a '''3rd-level spell slot'''. These spells are not his own magic but are drawn directly from the damned souls he consumes.		He expends these soul charges to cast '''warlock spells''' as if using a '''3rd-level spell slot'''. These spells are not his own magic but are drawn directly from the damned souls he consumes.
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	He does not require material components for these spells unless the component has a listed gold cost.		He does not require material components for these spells unless the component has a listed gold cost.


	=== Subclass: Ashcloak ===		=== Subclass: Ashcloak ===

Manath: /* Smokescale – The Indentured Imp */

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	=== Soul Collecting ===		=== Soul Collecting ===
	''3rd-level Infernal Scribe feature''		'''3rd-level Infernal Scribe feature'''

	Smokescale has been granted limited authority by Archduke Bel to act as an infernal contractor — a freelance collector of souls, learning the legalese of damnation. Each night, while the rest of the party sleeps, Smokescale ventures into the world under a forged identity, offering tailored contracts to the desperate, dying, or vengeful.		Smokescale has been granted limited authority by Archduke Bel to act as an infernal contractor — a freelance collector of souls, learning the legalese of damnation. Each night, while the rest of the party sleeps, Smokescale ventures into the world under a forged identity, offering tailored contracts to the desperate, dying, or vengeful.

	To conduct these deals, he assumes the persona of Cassander, a suave cambion with a forked tongue, gleaming horns, and a flair for paperwork. Smokescale gains the Minor Illusion cantrip, which he uses to alter his voice and appearance during these negotiations.		To conduct these deals, he assumes the persona of '''Cassander''', a suave cambion with a forked tongue, gleaming horns, and a flair for paperwork. Smokescale gains the '''Minor Illusion''' cantrip, which he uses to alter his voice and appearance during these negotiations.

	These infernal contracts are magically binding and written in subtle, damning clauses. When a creature knowingly agrees to the terms — whether aloud, in writing, or by unmistakable action — their soul is marked and drawn into the soul medallion, a blackened, infernal token Smokescale wears around his neck.		These infernal contracts are magically binding and written in subtle, damning clauses. When a creature knowingly agrees to the terms — whether aloud, in writing, or by unmistakable action — their soul is marked and drawn into the '''soul medallion''', a blackened, infernal token Smokescale wears around his neck.

	=== Persuasive Deal-Maker ===		==== Persuasive Deal-Maker ====
	Smokescale’s silver tongue becomes sharper with every contract. He gains proficiency in the Persuasion skill, or expertise if already proficient. Additionally, when attempting to convince a creature to accept a deal that benefits him (or "Cassander"), Smokescale has advantage on Persuasion checks against targets who are desperate, dying, or otherwise compromised (as determined by the DM).		Smokescale’s silver tongue becomes sharper with every contract. He gains '''proficiency in the Persuasion skill''', or '''expertise''' if already proficient. Additionally, when attempting to convince a creature to accept a deal that benefits him (or "Cassander"), Smokescale has '''advantage''' on Persuasion checks against targets who are '''desperate, dying, or otherwise compromised''' (as determined by the DM).

	=== Soul Charges ===		==== Soul Charges ====
	Smokescale can store soul charges in his medallion, each representing a soul he has bargained for. He begins with 1 soul charge, which he regains after a long rest, assuming he has access to a populated area where he can seek out new contracts. In desolate locations, the DM may require a roleplay scene, an infernal contract attempt, or a successful Persuasion check to recover a charge.		Smokescale can store '''soul charges''' in his medallion, each representing a soul he has bargained for. He begins with '''1 soul charge''', which he regains after a long rest, assuming he has access to a populated area where he can seek out new contracts. In desolate locations, the DM may require a roleplay scene, an infernal contract attempt, or a successful Persuasion check to recover a charge.

	He expends these soul charges to cast warlock spells as if using a 3rd-level spell slot. These spells are not his own magic but are drawn directly from the damned souls he consumes.		He expends these soul charges to cast '''warlock spells''' as if using a '''3rd-level spell slot'''. These spells are not his own magic but are drawn directly from the damned souls he consumes.

	Soul charges increase as the party’s level increases:		Soul charges increase as the '''party’s level''' increases:

	* '''Party Level 3''': 1 soul		* '''Party Level 3''': 1 soul
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	==== Spellcasting Notes ====		==== Spellcasting Notes ====
	Smokescale may cast any spell from the warlock spell list, provided its level is 3rd or lower. He uses Charisma as his spellcasting ability, and the DC for any saving throw is calculated as:		Smokescale may cast any spell from the '''warlock spell list''', provided its level is 3rd or lower. He uses '''Charisma''' as his spellcasting ability, and the '''DC''' for any saving throw is calculated as:

	<code>8 + Smokescale’s proficiency bonus + CHA modifier</code>		<code>8 + Smokescale’s proficiency bonus + CHA modifier</code>

	He does not require material components for these spells unless the component has a listed gold cost.		He does not require material components for these spells unless the component has a listed gold cost.


	=== Subclass: Ashcloak ===		=== Subclass: Ashcloak ===

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	These infernal contracts are magically binding and written in subtle, damning clauses. When a creature knowingly agrees to the terms — whether aloud, in writing, or by unmistakable action — their soul is marked and drawn into the soul medallion, a blackened, infernal token Smokescale wears around his neck.		These infernal contracts are magically binding and written in subtle, damning clauses. When a creature knowingly agrees to the terms — whether aloud, in writing, or by unmistakable action — their soul is marked and drawn into the soul medallion, a blackened, infernal token Smokescale wears around his neck.

	==== Persuasive Deal-Maker ====		=== Persuasive Deal-Maker ===
	Smokescale’s silver tongue becomes sharper with every contract. He gains proficiency in the Persuasion skill, or expertise if already proficient. Additionally, when attempting to convince a creature to accept a deal that benefits him (or "Cassander"), Smokescale has advantage on Persuasion checks against targets who are desperate, dying, or otherwise compromised (as determined by the DM).		Smokescale’s silver tongue becomes sharper with every contract. He gains proficiency in the Persuasion skill, or expertise if already proficient. Additionally, when attempting to convince a creature to accept a deal that benefits him (or "Cassander"), Smokescale has advantage on Persuasion checks against targets who are desperate, dying, or otherwise compromised (as determined by the DM).

	==== Soul Charges ====		=== Soul Charges ===
	Smokescale can store soul charges in his medallion, each representing a soul he has bargained for. He begins with 1 soul charge, which he regains after a long rest, assuming he has access to a populated area where he can seek out new contracts. In desolate locations, the DM may require a roleplay scene, an infernal contract attempt, or a successful Persuasion check to recover a charge.		Smokescale can store soul charges in his medallion, each representing a soul he has bargained for. He begins with 1 soul charge, which he regains after a long rest, assuming he has access to a populated area where he can seek out new contracts. In desolate locations, the DM may require a roleplay scene, an infernal contract attempt, or a successful Persuasion check to recover a charge.

Manath: /* Subclass: Infernal Scribe */

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Subclass: Infernal Scribe

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	''Focusing on his past failures, Smokescale weaves soul-binding contracts and dark favors into tangible power — the souls of those he has damned.''		''Focusing on his past failures, Smokescale weaves soul-binding contracts and dark favors into tangible power — the souls of those he has damned.''

			=== Soul Collecting ===
			''3rd-level Infernal Scribe feature''

			Smokescale has been granted limited authority by Archduke Bel to act as an infernal contractor — a freelance collector of souls, learning the legalese of damnation. Each night, while the rest of the party sleeps, Smokescale ventures into the world under a forged identity, offering tailored contracts to the desperate, dying, or vengeful.

			To conduct these deals, he assumes the persona of Cassander, a suave cambion with a forked tongue, gleaming horns, and a flair for paperwork. Smokescale gains the Minor Illusion cantrip, which he uses to alter his voice and appearance during these negotiations.

			These infernal contracts are magically binding and written in subtle, damning clauses. When a creature knowingly agrees to the terms — whether aloud, in writing, or by unmistakable action — their soul is marked and drawn into the soul medallion, a blackened, infernal token Smokescale wears around his neck.

			==== Persuasive Deal-Maker ====
			Smokescale’s silver tongue becomes sharper with every contract. He gains proficiency in the Persuasion skill, or expertise if already proficient. Additionally, when attempting to convince a creature to accept a deal that benefits him (or "Cassander"), Smokescale has advantage on Persuasion checks against targets who are desperate, dying, or otherwise compromised (as determined by the DM).

			==== Soul Charges ====
			Smokescale can store soul charges in his medallion, each representing a soul he has bargained for. He begins with 1 soul charge, which he regains after a long rest, assuming he has access to a populated area where he can seek out new contracts. In desolate locations, the DM may require a roleplay scene, an infernal contract attempt, or a successful Persuasion check to recover a charge.

			He expends these soul charges to cast warlock spells as if using a 3rd-level spell slot. These spells are not his own magic but are drawn directly from the damned souls he consumes.

			Soul charges increase as the party’s level increases:

			* '''Party Level 3''': 1 soul
			* '''Party Level 6''': 2 souls
			* '''Party Level 9''': 3 souls
			* '''Party Level 12''': 4 souls
			* '''Party Level 15''': 5 souls
			* '''Party Level 18''': 6 souls

			==== Spellcasting Notes ====
			Smokescale may cast any spell from the warlock spell list, provided its level is 3rd or lower. He uses Charisma as his spellcasting ability, and the DC for any saving throw is calculated as:

			<code>8 + Smokescale’s proficiency bonus + CHA modifier</code>

			He does not require material components for these spells unless the component has a listed gold cost.

	=== Subclass: Ashcloak ===		=== Subclass: Ashcloak ===

Manath: /* Subclasses */

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Subclasses

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Subclasses

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	=== Subclass: Infernal Scribe ===		=== Subclass: Infernal Scribe ===
	[[File:Smokescale - Infernal Scribe.png\|400px]]		[[File:Smokescale - Infernal Scribe.png\|400px]]

	''Focusing on his past failures, Smokescale weaves soul-binding contracts and dark favors into tangible power — the souls of those he has damned.''		''Focusing on his past failures, Smokescale weaves soul-binding contracts and dark favors into tangible power — the souls of those he has damned.''

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	== Smokescale – The Indentured Imp ==		== Smokescale – The Indentured Imp ==

	''Reaching too high above his station and having a contract flipped on him, Smokescale now serves the party — desperately seeking a way out.''		''Reaching too high above his station and having a contract flipped on him, Smokescale now serves the party — desperately seeking a way out.''

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	=== Subclass: Ashcloak ===		=== Subclass: Ashcloak ===
	[[File:Smokescale - Ash Cloak.png\|400px]]		[[File:Smokescale - Ash Cloak.png\|400px]]

	''A whisper in the sulfurous fog, Smokescale excels at enshrouding his allies in a hellish veil, striking unseen with deadly precision.''		''A whisper in the sulfurous fog, Smokescale excels at enshrouding his allies in a hellish veil, striking unseen with deadly precision.''

	=== Subclass: Climbing the Baatorian Ladder ===		=== Subclass: Climbing the Baatorian Ladder ===
	[[File:Smokescale - Climbing the Baatorian Ladder.png\|400px]]		[[File:Smokescale - Climbing the Baatorian Ladder.png\|400px]]

	''Ambitious and infernally motivated, Smokescale claws his way up the hierarchy of the Nine Hells, mutating into stronger forms with each rung ascended.''		''Ambitious and infernally motivated, Smokescale claws his way up the hierarchy of the Nine Hells, mutating into stronger forms with each rung ascended.''

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	=== Subclass: Hellfire Array ===		=== Subclass: Hellfire Array ===
	[[File:Unit 137 - Hellfire Array.png\|400px]]		[[File:Unit 137 - Hellfire Array.png\|400px]]

	''Unit 137 reconfigures into a living weapon platform, unleashing precision infernal blasts and scorching zones with Baatorian energy.''		''Unit 137 reconfigures into a living weapon platform, unleashing precision infernal blasts and scorching zones with Baatorian energy.''

	=== Subclass: Havoc Subroutine ===		=== Subclass: Havoc Subroutine ===
	[[File:Unit 137 - Havoc Subroutine.png\|400px]]		[[File:Unit 137 - Havoc Subroutine.png\|400px]]

	''Engaging frontline combat protocols, Unit 137 transforms into a spiked chaos engine that disrupts enemy lines with rolling violence.''		''Engaging frontline combat protocols, Unit 137 transforms into a spiked chaos engine that disrupts enemy lines with rolling violence.''

	=== Subclass: Memories of the Source ===		=== Subclass: Memories of the Source ===
	[[File:Unit 137 - Memories of the Source.png\|400px]]		[[File:Unit 137 - Memories of the Source.png\|400px]]

	''Haunted by fractured logic and cosmic truths, Unit 137 channels forgotten order into precognitive buffs and cryptic battlefield insight.''		''Haunted by fractured logic and cosmic truths, Unit 137 channels forgotten order into precognitive buffs and cryptic battlefield insight.''