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*Note: This class has a Wizard Level of balance only because it uses [[User:FiddleSticks96/FS96 Sandbox:Vampire|my variant rules]] for vampires. If the default rules for vampires are used with this class, this class can be placed at a Rouge Rogue Level of balance. That is my opinion anyway. The vampire overhaul is incomplete, but only in a few areas. The Aundae Bloodline that this prestige class uses is complete, and should be usable.
==Maiden of the Crow==
{{quote|Our attachments to the world serve as chains that hold our minds back from their true power. Only through spiritual enlightenment and a complete understanding of magic can we aspire to the ranks of the gods. |src=Madam Crow|orig=''The Way of the Crow''}}
The Maidens of the Crow is an esoteric and eccentric cult of witches. A Maiden devotes herself to the study of knowledge of all things magic for the purposes of enlightenment and self-improvement. She devotes herself equally, if not more so, to the mysterious leader of their order, Madam Crow. Madam Crow teaches that, through the combination of both arcane and divine magic, coupled with time and detachment from the world, one can achieve spiritual apotheosis. The Maidens of the Crow are her followers, and wield powerful magic in her name. Maidens are almost invariably Witch/Clerics, Wizard/Clerics, and the occasional Sorcerer/Cleric. Few others meet their strict requirements. Druids who multiclass as an arcane spellcaster may meet their requirements, but few ever consider taking the path to undeath. Bards are unwelcome and untrusted among The Maidens. The Maidens of the Crow distrust males most of all, and only females may join their order. This distrust stems from Madam Crow’s extreme prejudice towards males in general. Maidens are obsessed with knowledge and power, as such, many often take levels in the Loremaster class. *Note: See DMG PG 175 for details on the Witch class.
===Becoming a Maiden of the Crow===
*Many copies of The Way of the Crow exist. When their purpose is discerned by a good aligned church, and some neutral aligned churches, they are typically outlawed by the local authorities. A character who finds a copy, or buys one (usually no more than 100gp, depending on the merchant), they may attempt to decipher it. A successful DC 30 [[SRD:Decipher Script Skill|Decipher Script]] will reveal the location of the Maiden’s initiation grounds. The text is non-magical, but the knowledge therein grants the reader the feat [[SRD:Spell Focus|Spell Focus]] (Evocation) on a successful DC 20 [[SRD:Decipher Script Skill|Decipher Script]].
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'''Combat:''' A Maiden has a wide array of spells at her disposal. Her flexibility allows her to adapt to many situations. She prefers to keep her distance, taking enemies out with her spells. As a vampire, she isn’t totally helpless in melee combat, but ultimately she is a caster, and it would be unwise to let enemies get too close.
'''Advancement:''' Maidens have already taken levels in at least 2 3 classes. Further division can hinder their development if they are not careful. Still, Maidens frequently take levels in the [[SRD:Loremaster|Loremaster]] class. Other classes that improve their spellcasting abilities, such as [[SRD:Archmage|Archmage]], aid them as well.
'''Resources:''' The Maidens of the Crow are an organized group of witches with several covens placed across the world. As this sisterhood has a deep sense of loyalty and are not motivated by monetary gain, Maidens enjoy free access to many spell components and tomes of knowledge. A Maiden can call on her sisters for aid in research, battle, or all manner of things. A Maiden is expected to do her part for the coven and obey her superiors, but can otherwise expect to have the backing of several witches, some of which may be more powerful than her.
'''Daily Life:''' Maidens spend most of their time studying magic and esoteric knowledge. If they aren't lost in their books, they are performing some task for the local coven.
'''Other Classes:''' A Maiden of the Crow rarely travels with others, aside from other Maidens. Should she find herself in an adventuring party, she may support them with her wide array of spells. She can’t spontaneously cast cure spells, as she is undead, so she does not normally take the roll of the party healer. She works well with Fighters, Rangers, and Barbarians, who can keep enemies away from her. She is loath to join a party with a Paladin or Cleric. She distrusts Bards, but values their guile, just as she values the subtly of a rougerogue.
'''Role-Playing a Maiden:''' You have renounced all ties with your former friends, family, and life. The Maidens of the Crow are your new family, and they have welcomed you with open arms. They are your sisters and most trusted friends. Above all else, you serve Madam Crow, and look up to her as a mother figure. You especially hate males, considering them to be inferior to females. As a vampire, you are faced with many challenges, but the call to further your knowledge and power is not something you can ignore. If you are not busy with the activities of your coven, you are lost in musty tomes and scrolls. Should you find yourself on the adventuring trail, you probably seek hidden lore in ancient ruins and decaying crypts. You have to take care that others do not learn of your vampiric state, lest they bring their wrath down upon you.
====Maiden of the Crow Lore====
Characters with ranks in [[SRD:Knowledge Skill|Knowledge]] (arcana) or [[SRD:Knowledge Skill|Knowledge]] (religion) can research The Maidens of the Crow to learn more about them. When a character makes a skill check, read or paraphrase the following, including information from lower DCs.
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| 25 || class="left" | A Maiden of the Crow wields powerful magic, both arcane and divine. They are obssessed with gaining greater knowledge and power.
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| 30 || class="left" | A character who gets this result learns the location of a copy of "The Way of the Crow"or the location and/or name of a Maiden of the Crow.
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