Soldiers and Scrappers
Habitat: Any; Treasure: Armaments
Warrior veterans have participated in numerous battles and can hold their own against lesser rivals and monsters.
Warriors are professionals who make a living through their prowess in battle. They might be skilled in using a variety of tactics or trained to take advantage of unusual battlefields. Warriors often work together, whether in armies or in teams with deliberate goals.
Roll on or choose a result from the Warrior Roles table to inspire the creation of different sorts of warriors.
| 1d10 |
The Warrior Is ... |
|---|---|
| 1 |
A bodyguard who protects a noble. |
| 2 |
A cavalry officer with an unusual steed. |
| 3 |
A crusader who fights for a divine cause. |
| 4 |
A duelist who claims to be unbeatable. |
| 5 |
A gate guard who asks nonsensical questions. |
| 6 |
A grizzled veteran who trains new recruits. |
| 7 |
A hunter skilled at slaying specific monsters. |
| 8 |
A retired general who is weary of battle. |
| 9 |
A volunteer with a homemade weapon. |
| 10 |
A young mercenary trying to prove their skill. |
Make way, evil! I’m armed to the teeth and packing a hamster!
—Minsc, hero of Baldur’s Gate
Multiattack. The warrior makes two Greatsword or Heavy Crossbow attacks.
Greatsword. Melee Attack Roll: +5, reach 5 ft. Hit: 10 (2d6 + 3) Slashing damage.
Heavy Crossbow. Ranged Attack Roll: +3, range 100/400 ft. Hit: 12 (2d10 + 1) Piercing damage.
Parry. Trigger: The warrior is hit by a melee attack roll while holding a weapon. Response: The warrior adds 2 to its AC against that attack, possibly causing it to miss.
