Charon

Charon, the enigmatic ferryman of the underworld, was once a mortal who had lived a life shrouded in mystery and tragedy. Born into a noble family, he had always felt a deep connection to the realm of the dead, drawn to the whispers of those who had crossed the veil of mortality. As he grew older, Charon's fascination with the afterlife only deepened, and he dedicated himself to uncovering the secrets of the underworld. Through years of study and meditation, he honed his skills in the arcane arts, mastering the ability to communicate with the spirits of the departed. It was during this time that he was chosen by the gods to take on the mantle of the ferryman, tasked with guiding the souls of the dead across the River Styx, the boundary between the living and the dead. With a heavy heart, Charon accepted this solemn responsibility, knowing that he would forever be bound to the realm of the dead, his own life forever intertwined with the endless cycle of existence and oblivion.

Strength

16, modifier +3

Dexterity

14, modifier +2

Constitution

20, modifier +5

Intelligence

20, modifier +5

Wisdom

18, modifier +4

Charisma

22, modifier +6

Soul Ferry

Charon can target one creature within 60 feet, forcing it to make a DC 20 Wisdom saving throw or take 6d10 necrotic damage and be frightened for 1 minute.

Spirit's Grasp

Charon can summon 2d4 spectral hands that grapple up to 2 creatures within 30 feet. Affected creatures must succeed on a DC 20 Strength saving throw to escape.

Whispers of the Departed

Charon can communicate with the spirits of the dead, gaining advantage on all Intelligence checks for 1 minute.

Darkvision

Charon can see in dim light within 60 feet as if it were bright light.

Soul Sense

Charon can sense the presence of souls within 120 feet.

strength

+10

dexterity

+9

intelligence

+12

wisdom

+11

constitution

+12

charisma

+13

Guide the Lost

Charon can teleport to any point within 120 feet and make a melee attack against a creature within reach.

Reap the Souls

Charon can drain life from a creature within 30 feet, dealing 4d10 necrotic damage and healing himself for half the damage dealt.

Call of the Underworld

Charon can summon 1d4 wraiths to aid him in battle. They act on his initiative and follow his commands.

River Styx Surge

On initiative count 20, Charon can cause a wave of dark water to surge through his lair, forcing all creatures to make a DC 20 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.

Echoes of the Lost

Charon can create an illusion of a lost soul in his lair, distracting enemies. All enemies within 30 feet must succeed on a DC 20 Wisdom saving throw or have disadvantage on their next attack.

Necrotic

Psychic

Poison

Radiant

Charmed

Frightened

Paralyzed