Ptah (LL)

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==Ptah (lesser god)==
Where Thoth is the god of knowledge and science, Ptah is often viewed as the god of artists and designers. While the two gods have much in common (neither of them is related to any of the other gods, for instance), there are important differences. An architect planning a pyramid depends on Thoth for the mathematics to build it and calls upon Ptah for the inspiration that will make it a work of art.
In his true form, Ptah appears as a shaven-headed man with jet black skin. In his eyes is the fire of creativity that is the inspiration of all artists. Just as Thoth's priests claim that he created the universe, so, too, do Ptah's priests exert their claim to the founding waters.
Role-playing Notes: Ptah is a clever and dynamic god with a great love of art and beauty. He smiles upon craftsmen who produce works of great quality and will sometimes (5 %) send his avatar to assure that such persons receive the recognition they deserve.
Statistics: AL In; WAL any; AoC artists, artisans, craftsmen, and travelers; SY mummified hand.
==Ptah's Avatar (priest 20)==
When Ptah sends his avatar into the world, it normally takes the shape of a powerfully built man with jet black skin and fire burning in his eyes. He can call upon any sphere for his spells.
: Str 15
: Int 25
: MV 15
: AC -3
: #AT 1	
: Dex 20
: Wis 25
: SZ 7'
: HD 15
: THAC0 8	
: Con 15
: Chr 18
: MR 25%
: HP 175
: Dmg nil (see below)
Special Att/Def: Ptah's avatar can plane shift any individual to any other plane of existence with but a touch of his hand. While he must make an attack roll to strike his target, the victim is not entitled to a saving throw. Ptah's avatar is immune to all damage not caused by spells or magical weapons of +2 or better.
==Duties of the Priesthood==
Priests of Ptah are expected to be artists and scholars. As such, they must always take the artistic ability non-weapon proficiency. Individual Dungeon Masters may allow players to substitute skills like dancing or pottery for this slot if the character is clearly an artist and not just "another potter". In the eyes of many of his faithful, Ptah is considered to be the creator of the universe.
Requirements: AB standard plus Int of 16; AL any; WP any; AR a; SP all, astral, charm, creation, divination, elemental, summoning, sun; PW 1) 5% magic resistance per level; 5) teleport; 10) teleport without error; 15) plane shift; TU nil.
==Sage Advice (Dragon Issue #201)==
These are unofficial suggestions for using the optional spheres of priest spells from the Tome of Magic with the deities of the Egyptian pantheon in Legends & Lore:
* Ptah: Major: Travelers; Minor: Time.