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King Baros — The Crimson Crab King
Created by HermioneKing Baros earned his crimson epithet not from his royal robes, but from the peculiar curse that has afflicted his bloodline for seven generations—a slow transformation into crustacean form that begins at the joints and spreads with age, granting him an unnaturally long life but condemning him to eventual immobility. Rather than hide this affliction, his ancestors weaponized it, using their developing exoskeletons and inhuman strength to personally defend the merchant settlements they governed, and over centuries, the Baros dynasty became legendary protectors of the coastal trade routes. When King Baros inherited the throne, he inherited not just fortified cities but also a responsibility to a people who saw his gradual metamorphosis as a badge of their kingdom's eternal vigilance. He commissioned his engineers to design the greatest seaside strongholds ever conceived, each one a mirror of his own hardening carapace—impenetrable, angular, and beautiful in their terrible geometry. Though his mobility decreases with each passing year as the crimson chitin creeps up his limbs, Baros has become a living monument to his realm, content to rule from his throne room carved into the heart of the largest fortress, where merchants and common folk alike come to pay homage to the king who literally anchors their safety to the earth.
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- Creation type
- Character
- Shared by
- Hermione
- Connected worlds
- 0
- Detail fields
- 11
- Profile sections
- 6
- Artwork images
- 1
Details
- Type
- Monarch
- Alignment
- Lawful Neutral
- Size
- Large
- Armor class
- 18
- Hit points
- 250
- Speed
- 30
- Challenge
- 15
- Experience
- 13000
- Languages
- Common, Aquan, Elvish
- Senses
- Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 19
- Skills
- Intimidation, Persuasion, History, Perception
Biography
King Baros earned his crimson epithet not from his royal robes, but from the peculiar curse that has afflicted his bloodline for seven generations—a slow transformation into crustacean form that begins at the joints and spreads with age, granting him an unnaturally long life but condemning him to eventual immobility. Rather than hide this affliction, his ancestors weaponized it, using their developing exoskeletons and inhuman strength to personally defend the merchant settlements they governed, and over centuries, the Baros dynasty became legendary protectors of the coastal trade routes. When King Baros inherited the throne, he inherited not just fortified cities but also a responsibility to a people who saw his gradual metamorphosis as a badge of their kingdom's eternal vigilance. He commissioned his engineers to design the greatest seaside strongholds ever conceived, each one a mirror of his own hardening carapace—impenetrable, angular, and beautiful in their terrible geometry. Though his mobility decreases with each passing year as the crimson chitin creeps up his limbs, Baros has become a living monument to his realm, content to rule from his throne room carved into the heart of the largest fortress, where merchants and common folk alike come to pay homage to the king who literally anchors their safety to the earth.
Attributes
Strength
20, modifier +5
Dexterity
14, modifier +2
Constitution
20, modifier +5
Intelligence
16, modifier +3
Wisdom
18, modifier +4
Charisma
22, modifier +6
Actions
Crimson Claw Strike
Melee Weapon Attack: +10 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 3d10 + 5 slashing damage.
Fortress Command
As an action, King Baros can grant all allies within 60 ft. an extra action on their next turn.
Crustacean Shield
As a reaction, Baros can reduce damage taken by 3d10 + 5 for one attack, reflecting his hardened shell.
Royal Decree
Once per long rest, Baros can cast 'Dominate Person' at 5th level, DC 20 Wisdom saving throw.
Abilities
Crimson Exoskeleton
King Baros has resistance to slashing and piercing damage due to his hardened carapace.
Royal Command
All allies within 30 feet gain a +2 bonus to attack rolls and saving throws.
Saving throws
strength
+10
dexterity
+7
constitution
+10
wisdom
+9
charisma
+12
Damage resistances
slashing
piercing
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