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kort

Created by Pankakes

Kort, a demonic entity of unparalleled cunning, has roamed the realms of the living for eons, feeding on the anguish of its unfortunate victims. Manifesting as a black, shadowy vapor with piercing yellow eyes, Kort possesses the ability to shapeshift into a human form, luring its prey with false promises of power and riches. Once ensnared, the victims are forced into a life of servitude, their very essence being drained to sustain Kort's insatiable hunger for mental anguish. Many have tried to escape Kort's clutches, but the weight of their torment often drives them to take their own lives, forever denying Kort the satisfaction of recapturing them. Yet, a select few have managed to break free, forever marked by the sight of Kort's true form, a revelation that renders the demon powerless to conceal its true nature, dooming it to wander the mortal realm, forever seeking new victims to enslave and torment.

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This view-only profile includes a creator-written description; 11 labeled detail fields; 6 structured sections; 1 artwork image supplied by the creator.

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

Details

Type
Fiend
Alignment
Chaotic Evil
Size
Medium
Armor class
15
Hit points
120
Speed
30
Challenge
10
Experience
5900
Languages
Common, Infernal, Telepathy 120 ft.
Senses
Darkvision 60 ft., Truesight 120 ft., Passive Perception 15
Skills
Deception, Insight, Intimidation, Stealth

Biography

Kort, a demonic entity of unparalleled cunning, has roamed the realms of the living for eons, feeding on the anguish of its unfortunate victims. Manifesting as a black, shadowy vapor with piercing yellow eyes, Kort possesses the ability to shapeshift into a human form, luring its prey with false promises of power and riches. Once ensnared, the victims are forced into a life of servitude, their very essence being drained to sustain Kort's insatiable hunger for mental anguish. Many have tried to escape Kort's clutches, but the weight of their torment often drives them to take their own lives, forever denying Kort the satisfaction of recapturing them. Yet, a select few have managed to break free, forever marked by the sight of Kort's true form, a revelation that renders the demon powerless to conceal its true nature, dooming it to wander the mortal realm, forever seeking new victims to enslave and torment.

Attributes

Strength

14, modifier +2

Dexterity

18, modifier +4

Constitution

18, modifier +4

Intelligence

20, modifier +5

Wisdom

16, modifier +3

Charisma

22, modifier +6

Actions

Shadow Grasp

Melee Spell Attack: +10 to hit, reach 15 ft., one target. Hit: 4d10 necrotic damage, and the target must succeed on a DC 18 Constitution saving throw or be paralyzed until the end of its next turn.

Mental Drain

Kort targets one creature it can see within 60 feet. The target must succeed on a DC 18 Intelligence saving throw or take 6d8 psychic damage and Kort regains hit points equal to half the damage dealt.

Shapeshift

Kort can use its action to polymorph into a Medium humanoid or back into its true form. Its statistics remain the same in each form. Any equipment it is wearing or carrying isn't transformed. It reverts to its true form if it dies.

Whispers of Despair

Kort can whisper dark thoughts to a creature it can see within 30 feet. The target must succeed on a DC 18 Wisdom saving throw or be incapacitated until the end of its next turn, overwhelmed by visions of its greatest fears.

Summon Shadows

Kort can summon 1d4 shadowy minions (use Shadow stats) that obey its commands. They remain for 1 minute or until they are reduced to 0 hit points.

Abilities

Dark Presence

Creatures within 30 feet of Kort must succeed on a DC 18 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened until the end of their next turn.

Saving throws

strength

+6

dexterity

+8

intelligence

+9

wisdom

+7

charisma

+10

Damage resistances

Psychic

Necrotic

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