Medium humanoid (human), lawful neutral
Armor Class 17 (plate armor)
Hit Points 120 (15d8 + 45)
Speed 30 ft.
STR 18 (+4) DEX 14 (+2) CON 16 (+3) INT 12 (+1) WIS 14 (+2) CHA 16 (+3)
Skills Athletics +7, Intimidation +6, History +4
Senses Passive Perception 12
Languages Common, Orcish
Challenge 8 (3,900 XP)
Background: Soldier Feature: Military Rank
Special Traits
Battle-Hardened Leader. Claymore Stone is an experienced military leader and inspires loyalty and respect from her large army. Allied creatures within 30 feet of her gain a +1 bonus to attack rolls and saving throws.
Military Strategy. Claymore Stone has a strategic mind for battle. She can use a bonus action to grant one friendly creature within 30 feet advantage on its next attack roll or ability check. This effect lasts until the start of Claymore's next turn.
Bridge Guardian. The stone bridge to the orc lands is a symbol of Daggerpoint's defense. Claymore Stone has advantage on checks related to guarding and inspecting the bridge, as well as in interactions with the town guard.
Ruler's Authority. Claymore Stone can use her presence and authority to command others. As an action, she can force one creature within 30 feet to make a DC 16 Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the target is charmed and obeys Claymore's commands for 1 minute or until it takes damage. A creature can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success.
Actions
Longsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (1d8 + 4) slashing damage.
Multiattack. Claymore makes two melee attacks with her longsword, or one attack with her longsword and one with her Shield Bash.
Shield Bash. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d4 + 4) bludgeoning damage. If the target is a creature, it must succeed on a DC 15 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.
Leadership Presence. Claymore Stone can use her action to give one creature of her choice within 30 feet temporary hit points equal to 2d10 + 4. These hit points last for 1 minute.
Equipment Plate armor, longsword, shield, a map of the stone bridge and its defenses, a purse containing 50 gp
Personality Traits Claymore Stone is a strong and deliberate ruler, dedicated to the defense of Daggerpoint. She is known for her resolute and strategic leadership.
Ideal Defense: Claymore Stone values the protection and security of Daggerpoint, and she believes in upholding her city's military tradition.
Bond Claymore Stone is deeply bonded to Daggerpoint and its people, viewing her role as queen as a sacred duty to defend her city.
Flaw Claymore's commitment to military defense and her suspicion of orcs can sometimes make her appear untrusting and harsh, even in situations that require diplomacy.