Gladiator

• AC: 16 (Studded Leather, Shield)
• Alignment: Any Alignment
• CHA: 15
• CON: 16
• Challenge Rating: 5
• DEX: 15
• HP: 112 (15d8+45)
• INT: 10
• Languages: Any One Language (Usually Common)
• Passive Perception: 11
• Roll 0: One Handed 1d20 + 7 2d6+4
• Roll 1: Two Handed 1d20 + 7 2d8+4
• Roll 2: Shield Bash 1d20 + 7 2d4+4
• STR: 18
• Saving Throws: Str +7, Dex +5, Con +6
• Size: Medium
• Skills: Athletics +10, Intimidation +5
• Speed: 30 ft.
• Type: humanoid (any race)
• WIS: 12

Gladiators battle for the entertainment of raucous crowds. Some gladiators are brutal pit fighters who treat each match as a life-or-death struggle, while others are professional duelists who command huge fees but rarely fight to the death.

Traits

Brave: The gladiator has advantage on saving throws against being frightened.

Brute: A melee weapon deals one extra die of its damage when the gladiator hits with it (included in the attack).

Actions

Multiattack: The gladiator makes three melee attacks or two ranged attacks.

Spear: Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft. and range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) piercing damage, or 13 (2d8 + 4) piercing damage if used with two hands to make a melee attack.

Shield Bash: Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one creature. Hit: 9 (2d4 + 4) bludgeoning damage. If the target is a Medium or smaller creature, it must succeed on a DC 15 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.

Reactions

Parry: The gladiator adds 3 to its AC against one melee attack that would hit it. To do so, the gladiator must see the attacker and be wielding a melee weapon.

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The SendingStone review

Gladiator is a powerful NPC in Dungeons and Dragons with a high challenge rating of 5. They have high physical attributes, including an AC of 16 and a constitution of 16, making them a formidable opponent in battle. Their charisma of 15 also makes them a compelling character in roleplaying situations. They have middling intelligence and can speak any one language, making them adaptable to a variety of scenarios. Overall, Gladiator is a strong addition to any campaign, offering a challenging opponent or an interesting ally for players.

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