Sir-Yvain
Yvain of the Lion
Medium humanoid (human), chaotic good
Armor Class 19 (plate, shield) - Hit Points 247 (29d8+116) - Speed 40 ft.
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 (+6) | 18 (+4) | 19 (+4) | 16 (+3) | 18 (+4) | 18 (+4) |
Saving Throws Str +11, Con +9, Wis +8, Cha +9
Skills Athletics +11, History +8, Insight +8, Persuasion +9
Damage Resistances bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing from nonmagical attacks
Condition Immunities frightened
Senses passive Perception 18
Languages Common
Challenge 16 (15,000 XP)
Traits
Legendary Resistance (2/Day). If Yvain of the Lion fails a saving throw, he can choose to succeed instead.
Lion Knight. Yvain of the Lion adds his proficiency bonus to initiative rolls and cannot be surprised while conscious.
Knightly Bearing. Allies within 10 feet of Yvain of the Lion have advantage on saving throws against being frightened while he is not incapacitated.
Actions
Multiattack. Yvain of the Lion makes 3 melee attacks.
Longsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +11 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 17 (2d8+8) slashing damage.
Lance or Spear. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +11 to hit, reach 10 ft. or range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 16 (1d12+10) piercing damage.
Roaring Challenge (Recharge 5-6). Yvain of the Lion moves up to his speed without provoking opportunity attacks and makes one weapon attack. On a hit, the target takes an extra 16 radiant, psychic, or force damage, chosen to fit the scene.
Reactions
Parry. Yvain of the Lion adds +5 to his AC against one melee attack that would hit him. He must see the attacker and be wielding a melee weapon.
Legendary Actions
Yvain of the Lion can take 2 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. Only one legendary action option can be used at a time and only at the end of another creature's turn. Yvain of the Lion regains spent legendary actions at the start of his turn.
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Attack. Yvain of the Lion makes one weapon attack.
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Move. Yvain of the Lion moves up to half his speed without provoking opportunity attacks.
Description
Yvain wins glory, loses himself, and returns with a lion beside his name. His courage carries a wild edge.
Personality
He acts from the heart before counsel reaches him. He knows exile and recognizes loneliness.
Common Combat Tactics
- Uses mobility to harry ranged foes.
- Opens with Roaring Challenge to scatter weak enemies.
- Fights best when protecting one chosen ally.