A Ancient Tree Spirit is a Naturae Spirit.
Overview[]
The tree can't move on its own, but it often speaks with animal naturae - especially birds - who travel the Umbra's breadth and depth. The tree learns many things from these naturae. The tree has existed in its spot for many centuries, and it has borne witness to or heard tales of nearly everything of importance in the Umbra (not to mention a few matters of Earthy import). Mages might seek such a spirit out for advice or information, but it never gives anything away cheaply. In exchange for such a favor, the tree might require the mages to do something to its benefit, such as stopping a logging company from cutting down its forest or helping other spirits against a terrible Bane that's terrorizing them.
Despite its immobility, the tree is certainly capable of self-defense, with the Charms of Quake and Umbral Storm. Incautious mages may find themselves assaulted by earth and sky, as hordes of animal spirits swarm over them. It's best not to antagonize the tree.
Appearance[]
A tall tree (100' or more), at least 10' at the base, the tree spirit resembles an ancient, old-growth evergreen. It's found only in the deepest forests, where logging has not yet begun. Mages who see it may be struck by the terrible majesty this force of nature radiates. It is not simply a tree, but the very concept of tree.
Stats[]
Willpower: 8
Rage: 4
Gnosis: 7
Power: 30
Charms: Airt Sense, Armor, Call for Aid (Animal Naturae), Cleanse the Blight, Cling, Iron Will, Mind Speech, Quake, Umbral Storm
References[]
- MTAs: Mage Storytellers Companion, p. 47