Brianna Austin

Brianna Austin grew up as the unwanted daughter of a prominent magical family whose traditions dictated that witches should be demure keepers of household enchantments and domestic rituals. Desperate to escape the suffocating expectations of her lineage, she spent her teenage years in the rougher districts of the city, where she learned to fight with her fists before she mastered her spellcraft, earning a reputation as someone who solved problems through action rather than incantation. When her family finally discovered her secret life of street brawls and underground combat tournaments, they were horrified—but the Council of Mages saw something different: an unprecedented talent for merging visceral combat with arcane power. She was recruited into the battle magic program under the condition that she maintain a respectable public facade, a compromise that suited her perfectly since the thrill of living a double life only sharpened her already keen instincts. Now, by day she attends social functions and charity galas as the picture of refined witchcraft, while by night she trains in techniques that no other mage dares attempt, blending bone-breaking takedowns with searing hexes and protective wards. Her defiance has made her invaluable to those who understand that true magic isn't always about grace and tradition—sometimes it's about survival and the willingness to break every rule that came before you.

Strength

16, modifier 3

Dexterity

18, modifier 4

Constitution

18, modifier 4

Intelligence

14, modifier 2

Wisdom

12, modifier 1

Charisma

16, modifier 3

Fist of Fury

Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 2d6 + 3 bludgeoning damage.

Hex of Resilience

As a bonus action, Brianna can cast Hex. Target must succeed on a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or take 1d6 necrotic damage on each of her attacks.

Bone-Breaking Takedown

Melee Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. On a hit, the target must succeed on a DC 15 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone and take 3d8 bludgeoning damage.

Arcane Ward

As an action, Brianna can create a protective ward that grants her or an ally within 30 ft. a +2 bonus to AC for 1 minute.

Shadow Step

As a bonus action, Brianna can teleport up to 30 ft. to an unoccupied space she can see, gaining advantage on her next attack roll.

Dual Strike

Brianna can make two melee attacks as a single action, each dealing 1d6 + 3 damage.

Combat Reflexes

Brianna can make an opportunity attack when a creature leaves her reach.

strength

6

dexterity

7

constitution

7

intelligence

5

wisdom

4

charisma

6

Bludgeoning

Piercing

Slashing from non-magical attacks