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Necropolis

Created by G4L4KTO

Necropolis, once a noble king whose reign was marked by wisdom and benevolence, fell victim to the seductive whispers of a dark entity that promised him untold power. Consumed by his thirst for dominion, he delved into forbidden rituals and arcane knowledge, tapping into the very essence of death itself. The transformation was slow and agonizing, as his flesh decayed, his bones twisted, and the souls of the departed were drawn into his being, creating a monstrous amalgamation of the living and the dead. Now, Necropolis stalks the land, his long, dracular-like cape billowing behind him, a harbinger of doom and despair. His once-noble countenance has been replaced by a visage of pure malevolence, his eyes burning with a hellish light that strikes fear into the hearts of all who behold him. The once-revered king has become a twisted, undying abomination, a living embodiment of the very darkness he once sought to vanquish.

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Creation type
Character
Shared by
G4L4KTO
Connected worlds
1
Detail fields
11
Profile sections
6
Artwork images
1

Details

Type
Undead
Alignment
Chaotic Evil
Size
Medium
Armor class
18
Hit points
250
Speed
30
Challenge
20
Experience
15000
Languages
Common, Infernal, Elvish
Senses
Darkvision 60 ft., Truesight 30 ft., Passive Perception 18
Skills
Intimidation, Arcana, Perception

Biography

Necropolis, once a noble king whose reign was marked by wisdom and benevolence, fell victim to the seductive whispers of a dark entity that promised him untold power. Consumed by his thirst for dominion, he delved into forbidden rituals and arcane knowledge, tapping into the very essence of death itself. The transformation was slow and agonizing, as his flesh decayed, his bones twisted, and the souls of the departed were drawn into his being, creating a monstrous amalgamation of the living and the dead. Now, Necropolis stalks the land, his long, dracular-like cape billowing behind him, a harbinger of doom and despair. His once-noble countenance has been replaced by a visage of pure malevolence, his eyes burning with a hellish light that strikes fear into the hearts of all who behold him. The once-revered king has become a twisted, undying abomination, a living embodiment of the very darkness he once sought to vanquish.

Attributes

Strength

20, modifier +5

Dexterity

14, modifier +2

Constitution

20, modifier +5

Intelligence

18, modifier +4

Wisdom

16, modifier +3

Charisma

22, modifier +6

Actions

Soul Drain

Necropolis targets one creature within 30 ft. The target must make a DC 20 Constitution saving throw or take 4d10 necrotic damage and have its hit point maximum reduced by the same amount.

Deathly Touch

Melee Spell Attack: +12 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 3d12 necrotic damage and the target must succeed on a DC 20 Constitution saving throw or be paralyzed until the end of its next turn.

Summon Undead Minions

Necropolis summons 2d4 skeletons or zombies within 60 ft. of him. They act on his initiative and follow his commands.

Cloak of Shadows

As a bonus action, Necropolis can become invisible until the start of his next turn or until he attacks or casts a spell.

Terrifying Visage

Each creature of Necropolis's choice within 30 ft. must succeed on a DC 20 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened for 1 minute. A frightened target can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns.

Abilities

Undying Resilience

Necropolis has advantage on saving throws against being killed outright.

Aura of Despair

Creatures within 30 feet of Necropolis have disadvantage on saving throws against fear.

Saving throws

strength

+10

dexterity

+8

constitution

+10

intelligence

+9

wisdom

+9

charisma

+12

Damage resistances

Necrotic

Poison

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