Heir of Hope
The Heir of Hope. One who inherits trust, faith, and dreams.
The star of the show
Heir- inherit their aspect and are naturally protected by it. They passively manipulate their aspect.
Hope- major themes of trust, faith, ideals, and positive emotions. Minor themes of blinding light, angels, and motivation.
Abilities
Chosen One
At lower levels, the Heir is quite adept, maybe even a prodigy. While outwardly they may not seem like much, their determination and strong grasp over the fundamentals to their interests and passions would show an incredible aptitude if focused and applied in the right measure. They have the stuff, they just need polish. They are a couple of training sequences and montages away from catching their big break. The amount of *raw talent* but lacking in skill or a proper learning environment is pretty much the basis for most protagonists. Percy Jackson, Naruto, etc etc etc. And with their abilities, it’s only a matter of time before they get attention from a wise and experienced mentor.
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCH5dp0PxsY)
As they develop the Heir of Hope could call upon a mystical energy or force, a wellspring of great power that lies within them. Chakra from Naruto, The Force from Star Wars, Ki from Dragon Ball Z, and so on. Not only can they tap into this massive wellspring of power to bolster their talents and abilities, but their connection with it is incredibly strong, fueled by their own faith and the faith of others around them. This cosmic force of energy gives a certain ‘determination’ quality. When ragtag things are held together by hope, by the desperate prayers of those who need them to work, they can hold on. In the same way, the Heir can risk it all and put it all on the line and push ahead with incredible power, maintained by the belief and need for them, whether for themselves or others. The prodigy-like talents become incredible as they do near impossible feats. Luke shooting through the death star exhaust port or Goku’s spirit bomb, for example.
By medium levels they have gained a level of control over their vast mystical energy. While it has bolstered their natural abilities to a magical level of capability, they have learned to mantle it and channel it from large, indiscriminate area effects to more controlled and precise abilities. It was a massive amount of energy they tapped into, but now it is truly theirs. Heightened strength, speed, and durability would quickly evolve into learning actual techniques as they channel this energy source outwards, compressing and magnifying it. A massive laser with an extra push could become a short and highly focused beam, or a wave of outwards force can act as a shield aura, constantly humming as a stationary energy wave, protecting themselves and everyone around them.
As the Heir reaches into higher levels, their overwhelming nature would become truly manifested. They have mastered the ocean of energy at their back and use it to push forward with incredible stride. They are boundless, able to push themselves and their powers *far* beyond the breaking point. This is the point in the story where they go Super Saiyan or Plus Ultra. In a singular moment, they exceed everything beyond your wildest imagination and push forward. They are unstoppable in that moment.
(https://youtu.be/_ED6Jdzr9c8)
Destiny
The Heir of Hope is divinely ordained, guided by faith and belief, both for themselves, the people around them, and the actual manifestation of those dreams. Whether it is a god, an ideal, or simply something they believe and have faith in, they guide and aid the path of the Heir. They’re the protagonist and they have plot armor.
At lower levels, miracles can occur, but these would be a lot closer to helpful coincidences. Being at the right place at the right time, matching vague descriptions or having somewhat similar abilities to a myriad of legendary heroes, and a generally ‘cinematic’ existence. Only *really* failing when the plot calls for it or lead to a traing montage, being a natural at certain abilities (usually through hardwork and dedication or just dumb luck) and having an all around knack for inspiring others. There’s also a good chance of people overhyping them up to make them do better, make allies trust in them, and discourage enemies, but these ‘prophecies’/‘legends’/or other ideals might be totally incorrect and even an actual detriment, regardless if they are true or not. People probably think they are just the person they’re looking for with that special spark to set things right.
As they progress further they would start to gain artifacts, items, and passive abilities with their destiny. They’re the long lost heir, the secret pureblood, etc etc etc. They might become resistant to certain forms of damage, have access to vast resources of money and materials that only they can use, and other boons that come with being #Blessed.
At medium levels, reality would align in meaningful ways. Fortune would favor them, the gods would smile upon them, fate has a plan. Miraculous occurrences would pave through the world for the Heir and their allies. As they hold strong virtues and goals, reality would clear up to make way and push them forward. If they need to escape from prison, key enemies might have a miraculous change of heart or a convenient and flashy distraction. If they are determined to get revenge on a sworn enemy, lower level monsters would steer clear as the Heir surges with a golden aura and wings. Freak accidents, sudden parting of storms, and other divine acts of providence would guard their path.
As they progress further they would go from simply being protected by their faith and goals, to being able to manipulate them. By learning to focus and hone in on specific objectives, wishes, and desires, they are able to hold a stronger influence and can steer their own path. Whereas they once were at the mercy and whims of their dreams, their dreams can grow to be anything they choose. Reality is what they want from it. They are no longer realities plaything and the puppet for wishes, like a genie set free. The Heir of Hope could quite literally grant a number of wishes, but it would take a good deal out of them, but if they want something, they get it. Spontaneous conjuration, teleportation, illusions and enchantment, etc. Reality is an art piece and their dreams are the paint. That being said, dreams are not always clear and improper, messy dreams could have terrible consequences and even what you want might be the wrong thing.
At higher levels, the Heir of Hope has become something entirely new. They are the central pillar, the point that things revolve around. They’re special. Their presence alone could turn the tide of a battle and their name or visage would hold serious weight, a living legend. They don’t have the title of legend or divine or sublime they are it. Consorts and carapacians might form churches and paladin orders under them and draw power from them. The Heir’s very nature is a source of glorious power and might, a beacon in the dark to draw strength from. The Heir of Hope would usher in a new age, a glorious dawn rising, complete with an army of angels and all. But, as always, be careful what you wish for. And when you are that shooting star, be careful what others might wish for you too… it might be a bit of a two way street if you don’t guide things properly.
Skills
Icon- allies that can see or hear you have resistance against insanity, illusions, and fear effects.
Blessed- you heal 8 times faster when you have something to believe in.
Resolve- your stamina and durability are doubled as long as you believe in your current mission.
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