Azura

Azura is the ethereal goddess of safe passage through the Astral Sea. Her appearance is that of a radiant woman draped in a shimmering cloak made of starlight and constellations, and she wields a celestial sextant that guides her followers on their journeys. Her eyes are the color of the deepest ocean, reflecting the boundless reaches of the Astral Sea.

Regarded as the guardian of astral travelers, Azura provides guidance and protection for souls, ships, and entities that venture into the perilous Astral Sea. She is believed to have mapped out the Astral Currents, pathways of lesser resistance and danger, which have become essential routes for astral navigators. Temples in her honor are often built near astral conduits and portals, with her priests performing elaborate rituals to ensure safe travels.

Azura is venerated primarily by astral sailors, planar travelers, and mystics. Spelljammers and astral pirates also pay homage to her, hoping to earn her favor for a safe journey or a bountiful raid. Her holy symbol, often worn as an amulet, is that of a sextant framed by a constellation.

The "Miracle of the Shattered Gate" was an event where a colossal astral dreadnought was about to devour an entire convoy of astral ships. A radiant light burst from the heavens, guiding the ships through an unseen passage, saving countless lives. This event was credited to Azura's timely intervention.

Captain Lyra Starfinder, a renowned astral navigator, is Azura’s chosen champion. She captains the celestial ship, "Azura's Grace," a vessel said to be blessed by the goddess herself. Lyra is famous for having traversed some of the most dangerous stretches of the Astral Sea without incident.

Azura's Compass

Wondrous Item (compass, requires attunement)

A celestial compass infused with Azura's divine essence, its needle always pointing toward the safest route through the Astral Sea.

Pathfinder: The compass allows the user to find the safest and quickest route through the Astral Sea, reducing travel time by half.

Divine Ward: Grants the user and their ship immunity to astral hazards and barriers for a short duration, once per day.

Celestial Anchor: Once per month, the user can call upon Azura to halt their vessel in the Astral Sea, making it impervious to all damage and astral phenomena for an hour.