Clockwork stone defenders were heavy Constructs, typically created by Gnome Artificers to serve as guardians and escorts. Their bodies were reinforced with large slabs of stone that functioned as both armor and camouflage, allowing them to blend seamlessly into rocky terrain. These constructs were tireless, needing no air, food, or rest, which made them ideal for long-term protection in dangerous or remote places. Their design emphasized endurance and reliability, ensuring that once deployed, they could operate without the support required by living sentries.
In battle, stone defenders relied on their immense shields for both attack and protection. They could slam enemies with crushing force or interpose themselves between threats and their allies. Only weapons of magical origin or those forged from adamantine could reliably pierce their defenses, and spells often faltered against their reinforced bodies. This combination of resilience and strength made them formidable in direct combat, and their unwavering loyalty to their assigned charges secured their reputation as dependable guardians.