Sir-Caradoc

Caradoc Briefbras
Medium humanoid (human), lawful good
Armor Class 18 (plate, shield) - Hit Points 178 (21d8+84) - Speed 30 ft.

Saving Throws Str +9, Con +8, Wis +7, Cha +8
Skills Athletics +9, History +7, Insight +7, Persuasion +8
Damage Resistances bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing from nonmagical attacks
Condition Immunities frightened
Senses passive Perception 17
Languages Common
Challenge 12 (8,400 XP)

Traits

Legendary Resistance (1/Day). If Caradoc Briefbras fails a saving throw, he can choose to succeed instead.

Short-Armed Knight. Caradoc Briefbras adds his proficiency bonus to initiative rolls and cannot be surprised while conscious.

Knightly Bearing. Allies within 10 feet of Caradoc Briefbras have advantage on saving throws against being frightened while he is not incapacitated.

Actions

Multiattack. Caradoc Briefbras makes 2 melee attacks.

Longsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (2d8+6) slashing damage.

Lance or Spear. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, reach 10 ft. or range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 14 (1d12+8) piercing damage.

Close Guard (Recharge 5-6). Caradoc Briefbras moves up to his speed without provoking opportunity attacks and makes one weapon attack. On a hit, the target takes an extra 12 radiant, psychic, or force damage, chosen to fit the scene.

Reactions

Parry. Caradoc Briefbras adds +4 to his AC against one melee attack that would hit him. He must see the attacker and be wielding a melee weapon.

Description

Caradoc bears a strange name and a cleaner reputation than many louder knights. He wins through discipline and nerve.

Personality

He accepts mockery without yielding ground. He remembers kindness longer than insult.

Common Combat Tactics

• Fights close and turns cramped spaces into an advantage.
• Uses Close Guard when enemies enter reach.
• Punishes foes who underestimate his strength.