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General Samuel Valor

Created by Notwen Ekim

Born in an era when kingdoms clashed and tyrants threatened the innocent, Samuel Valor rose from humble origins to become the most celebrated warrior of his age. Through decades of righteous combat and unwavering devotion to his sovereign, he earned titles that echoed across the land—Uncle Sam to the common folk, the Doss of Desmond to northern tribes, and Alvin of York to those who knew him in his youth. Yet his true name, General Samuel Valor, became synonymous with courage itself. His enemies fell before his blade, his allies stood unbroken behind his shield, and his legend grew so magnificent that even mortality hesitated to claim him. Only when the great paladin's weary soul finally accepted its rest did death's cold hand manage to collect what it had long sought. But Samuel's oath to protect the righteous proved stronger than the grave itself, and his spirit refused to fade into obscurity. A mysterious divine entity, recognizing the depth of his unfinished purpose, appeared before him with an extraordinary offer—to join an elite brotherhood known as G.O.T.H. (The Guardians of the Holi), defenders of countless realms against the encroaching darkness of F.E.A.R. (Folkloric Entities and Radicals). Without hesitation, he accepted this second calling, and celestial power flowed through him, transforming him into something neither fully mortal nor entirely divine. His legendary sword now blazed with otherworldly fire, his eagle-emblazoned shield became an unbreakable bastion, and his golden armor shone with protective magic that no earthly weapon could pierce. Enhanced with arcane knowledge to heal the wounded and smite the wicked, General Samuel Valor continues his eternal vigil, a beacon of hope across all dimensions.

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Creation type
Character
Shared by
Notwen Ekim
Connected worlds
1
Detail fields
14
Profile sections
9
Artwork images
6

Details

Type
Celestial
Class
Paladin
Gender
male
Alignment
Lawful Good
Faction
Gaurdians of the Holi G.O.T.H.
Size
Large
Armor class
22
Hit points
350
Speed
30
Challenge
20
Experience
100000
Languages
Common, Celestial, Infernal
Senses
Darkvision 60 ft., Truesight 30 ft., Passive Perception 18
Skills
Athletics, Intimidation, Religion, Persuasion

Biography

Born in an era when kingdoms clashed and tyrants threatened the innocent, Samuel Valor rose from humble origins to become the most celebrated warrior of his age. Through decades of righteous combat and unwavering devotion to his sovereign, he earned titles that echoed across the land—Uncle Sam to the common folk, the Doss of Desmond to northern tribes, and Alvin of York to those who knew him in his youth. Yet his true name, General Samuel Valor, became synonymous with courage itself. His enemies fell before his blade, his allies stood unbroken behind his shield, and his legend grew so magnificent that even mortality hesitated to claim him. Only when the great paladin's weary soul finally accepted its rest did death's cold hand manage to collect what it had long sought. But Samuel's oath to protect the righteous proved stronger than the grave itself, and his spirit refused to fade into obscurity. A mysterious divine entity, recognizing the depth of his unfinished purpose, appeared before him with an extraordinary offer—to join an elite brotherhood known as G.O.T.H. (The Guardians of the Holi), defenders of countless realms against the encroaching darkness of F.E.A.R. (Folkloric Entities and Radicals). Without hesitation, he accepted this second calling, and celestial power flowed through him, transforming him into something neither fully mortal nor entirely divine. His legendary sword now blazed with otherworldly fire, his eagle-emblazoned shield became an unbreakable bastion, and his golden armor shone with protective magic that no earthly weapon could pierce. Enhanced with arcane knowledge to heal the wounded and smite the wicked, General Samuel Valor continues his eternal vigil, a beacon of hope across all dimensions.

Attributes

Strength

24, modifier 7

Dexterity

14, modifier 2

Constitution

20, modifier 5

Intelligence

16, modifier 3

Wisdom

18, modifier 4

Charisma

22, modifier 6

Actions

Holy Blade Strike

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

Shield of Valor

As a reaction, General Samuel can grant an ally within 30 ft. +5 AC until the start of their next turn.

Divine Smite

When he hits with a melee weapon attack, he can expend a spell slot to deal an extra 4d8 radiant damage.

Abilities

Divine Resilience

General Samuel Valor has advantage on saving throws against spells.

Aura of Courage

All allies within 30 feet gain immunity to fear effects.

Celestial Healing

Once per turn, he can heal himself or an ally for 20 hit points.

Unyielding Spirit

He cannot be reduced below 1 hit point by any means.

Saving throws

strength

13

dexterity

10

constitution

11

wisdom

12

charisma

12

Legendary actions

Celestial Charge

General Samuel can move up to his speed without provoking opportunity attacks.

Divine Intervention

He can automatically succeed on a saving throw or force an enemy to reroll a successful attack against him.

Eagle's Embrace

He can create a protective barrier around an ally, granting them temporary hit points equal to 3d10 + his Charisma modifier.

Damage resistances

Radiant

Necrotic

Damage immunities

Poison

Psychic

Condition immunities

Charmed

Frightened

Paralyzed

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