Angel of battle

Angels of battle were the natural-born commanders and harbingers of war among the Astral Sea angels that served deities.

Abilities
These angels were capable of firing a burst of razor-shape blades from their wings, though this severely hindered their wings for a time so it was usually an ability reserved for the end of battles. They could also cause a creature struck by them to become illuminated, bathing the enemy in light as bright as a torch.

Combat
When in battle, these angels wielded falchions. The combat tactics they were employed a combination of airborne and ground-based.

Society
These angels served a similar function to deities as angels of valor, but were called upon for greater threats. They often acted in battles as commanders of angels of valor or mixed groups of devout creatures in service to a deity.

History
In 1479 DR, a group of adventurers fleeing from Caer Westphal were ambushed by a group of angels wielding swords of black flame and wearing black tabards, emblazoned with the unholy symbol of Cyric. They declared themselves envoys of his church and commanded the adventurers to give up one member of their party in return for their lives, saying that Cyric wished it so, or that they would otherwise face death at their hands.

Appearances

 * Organized Play & Licensed Adventures
 * Black Heart