Naiads live in and near water. They might be spotted among rivers and lakes, on isolated shores, or amid coral labyrinths and deep sea fumaroles. Wherever rivers and seas show their variety and force, naiads gather to revel in nature's might. Individual naiads often grow fixated with a single type or body of water, potentially preferring a deep sea trench, coastline, or river system above all others. Over time, such a resident nymph often becomes connected with their aquatic home through sightings and stories, becoming a guardian of the place and, in effect, a manifestation of its personality.

!!Aquatic Collectors

Curious by nature, naiads often seek out what the seas and rivers claim. As a result, they might be found among sunken ruins and shipwrecks, sifting through the remains for whatever catches their eye. Living creatures aren't exempt from this curiosity, either. Naiads are known to befriend aquatic creatures, or even to keep modest menageries. The occasional star-crossed castaway has even been known to become part of such collections.

!!Secret Routes of the Sea

Sailors across the world claim that naiads know all the secret aquatic routes of Theros. Using this hidden system of currents and arteries, a ship might reach any destination in record time, be it across the sea or along a river a hundred miles inland. Naiads do nothing to dissuade sailors from this belief, and certainly numerous reports tell of charmed nymphs leading lost seafarers home. Yet, if tales of naiad-led galleys appearing amid the headwaters of mountain rivers are true, only the nymphs know for sure.

!!Nymphs

Divine servants that inhabit unspoiled corners of the world, nymphs protect places of natural power and infuse their surroundings with the magic of Nyx. Some are benevolent and aid those who live off the land, while others embody violent aspects of nature. In either case, nymphs generally avoid other sapient creatures, preferring to mind the cycles of nature, the daily interplay of wild animals, or other cosmic forces. Occasionally, though, groups of the same kind of nymphs congregate in a place of natural power or beauty. In times of special need, deities tied to facets of nature might employ nymphs as messengers, guardians, or scouts.

!!Immortal Nature

A nymph doesn't require food, drink, or sleep.

A female water spirit that lives in freshwater lakes and ponds

A Naiad is a female water spirit that lives in freshwater lakes and ponds. It does not venture more than 50 yards from its home pond or lake. It may travel between bodies of water through rivers, streams, and even underground watertables. The same naiad may be encountered in numerous locations in a particular area. A naiad appears as a beautiful human woman clothed in water plants and vines. Usually, only one naiad is encountered at a given time. However, they do congregate from time to time to exchange information and to sing together. Their songs can only be heard late at night, and some humans have drowned themselves searching for the source of the music. A naiad is intelligent and curious, but does not expose itself to harm or participate in combat. If threatened, it simply disappears underwater. In some cases, it will charm a person and force them to leave the area. It may use this ability as often as it likes; it functions like a charm person spell. A naiad keeps a close watch on its given area. It is willing to provide information, but always demands gold or gems in return. Occasionally it will part with some of its hoard to hire adventurers to help it deal with threats t