The Ebony Claws, Elites Knights

Once mortal beings of varying races and nations, the Ebony Claws were plucked from obscurity by the ancient and colossal Ebony Fang, a primordial force of destruction whose very shadow stretches across mountains and whose roar shakes the foundations of reality itself. The transformation into these nine-foot dragonborn abominations was neither swift nor merciful—each chosen soul was systematically corrupted, their flesh remolded into obsidian scales while their consciousness was gradually consumed by the Fang's overwhelming will, leaving only fragments of their former selves trapped in the abyss of their own minds. Now bound by chains of dark sorcery that pulse through their veins like liquid malice, the Ebony Claws serve as the mountain-demon's most feared instruments of conquest, their loyalty an absolute and unquestioning compulsion rather than any genuine devotion. These behemoths wield colossal weapons forged in the deepest pits of the infernal realms, their bodies wreathed in embers that burn with an intensity matching the infernal fury that now comprises their very essence. The transformation strips away all sense of individual identity, replacing morality and reason with an animalistic hunger for destruction and an unwavering obedience to their creator's commands. Legends whisper that somewhere within each Ebony Claw, a fragment of the original person still screams silently, fully aware of the atrocities their corrupted form commits, yet powerless to resist.

Strength

24, modifier 7

Dexterity

14, modifier 2

Constitution

20, modifier 5

Intelligence

6, modifier -2

Wisdom

10, modifier 0

Charisma

8, modifier -1

Claw Strike

Melee Weapon Attack: +13 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 3d10 + 7 slashing damage.

Infernal Breath

Recharge 5-6. Exhale a 60 ft. cone of fire. Each creature must make a DC 19 Dexterity save, taking 12d6 fire damage on a failed save, or half as much on a success.

Twisted Command

As a bonus action, target one creature within 30 ft. to make a DC 19 Wisdom saving throw or become frightened until the end of their next turn.

Devastating Charge

If the Ebony Claws move at least 20 ft. straight toward a target and hit with a claw strike, the target takes an extra 2d10 bludgeoning damage.

Infernal Resilience

The Ebony Claws have resistance to fire and necrotic damage.

Obedient Fury

When reduced to half health, the Ebony Claws gain advantage on attack rolls.

strength

13

dexterity

8

constitution

11

wisdom

6

Fire

Necrotic