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The Obsidian King, God of Darkness

Created by MalikethAnnad4

The Obsidian King, God of Darkness, was once a celestial being of immense power and influence, revered by his followers for his unwavering dominion over the realm of shadows. Born in the primordial chaos of the universe, he possessed the ability to manipulate the very fabric of reality, bending light and energy to his will. However, his thirst for power and control knew no bounds. In his pursuit of absolute dominion, the Obsidian King began to corrupt the landscapes and the minds of those around him, leaving a trail of devastation in his wake. The once-fertile lands of Dronvadra fell into the grip of Shadowfen, a dark and foreboding realm that mirrored the Obsidian King's own twisted desires. His corrupting influence even reached the seat of power, tainting the mind of the old king of the Dominion, who became a puppet in the dark lord's machinations. With a smoker figure and a devilish tone to his voice, the Obsidian King appeared as a blackened king, adorned with a jagged helmet and a crown that symbolized his self-proclaimed divinity. His most prized possession was a tome, a dark repository of arcane knowledge that he used to further his sinister plans, twisting the very fabric of reality to suit his needs.

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Creation type
Character
Shared by
MalikethAnnad4
Connected worlds
1
Detail fields
11
Profile sections
10
Artwork images
2

Details

Type
Celestial
Alignment
Chaotic Evil
Size
Large
Armor class
20
Hit points
350
Speed
30
Challenge
25
Experience
100000
Languages
Common, Infernal, Celestial
Senses
Darkvision 120 ft., Truesight 60 ft., Passive Perception 22
Skills
Intimidation, Arcana, Deception, Perception

Biography

The Obsidian King, God of Darkness, was once a celestial being of immense power and influence, revered by his followers for his unwavering dominion over the realm of shadows. Born in the primordial chaos of the universe, he possessed the ability to manipulate the very fabric of reality, bending light and energy to his will. However, his thirst for power and control knew no bounds. In his pursuit of absolute dominion, the Obsidian King began to corrupt the landscapes and the minds of those around him, leaving a trail of devastation in his wake. The once-fertile lands of Dronvadra fell into the grip of Shadowfen, a dark and foreboding realm that mirrored the Obsidian King's own twisted desires. His corrupting influence even reached the seat of power, tainting the mind of the old king of the Dominion, who became a puppet in the dark lord's machinations. With a smoker figure and a devilish tone to his voice, the Obsidian King appeared as a blackened king, adorned with a jagged helmet and a crown that symbolized his self-proclaimed divinity. His most prized possession was a tome, a dark repository of arcane knowledge that he used to further his sinister plans, twisting the very fabric of reality to suit his needs.

Attributes

Strength

24, modifier +7

Dexterity

16, modifier +3

Constitution

24, modifier +7

Intelligence

22, modifier +6

Wisdom

20, modifier +5

Charisma

30, modifier +10

Actions

Shadow Grasp

Melee Spell Attack: +14 to hit, reach 15 ft., one target. Hit: 36 (8d8) necrotic damage, and the target must succeed on a DC 25 Constitution saving throw or be paralyzed until the end of its next turn.

Corrupting Influence

The Obsidian King targets one creature he can see within 60 feet. The target must succeed on a DC 25 Wisdom saving throw or be charmed for 1 minute. While charmed in this way, the target is under the Obsidian King's control and must use its action to attack a creature of the Obsidian King's choice on each of its turns.

Devilish Tome

The Obsidian King opens his tome, unleashing a wave of dark energy. Each creature of his choice within 60 feet must make a DC 25 Constitution saving throw, taking 45 (10d8) necrotic damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

Abilities

Dark Presence

Creatures within 30 feet of the Obsidian King must succeed on a DC 25 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened until the end of their next turn.

Saving throws

strength

+14

dexterity

+10

constitution

+14

intelligence

+13

wisdom

+12

charisma

+17

Legendary actions

Shadow Step

The Obsidian King teleports up to 60 feet to an unoccupied space he can see. He can then make one Shadow Grasp attack as part of this action.

Dark Manifestation

The Obsidian King summons a shadowy minion (use the statistics of a Shadow) in an unoccupied space within 30 feet. The minion acts on the Obsidian King's initiative and obeys his commands.

Corrupt Landscape

The Obsidian King corrupts the terrain in a 30-foot radius centered on himself. This area becomes difficult terrain for 1 minute. Creatures that start their turn in this area must succeed on a DC 25 Constitution saving throw or take 22 (4d10) necrotic damage.

Lair actions

Shadows of Dronvadra

On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties), the Obsidian King can cause shadows to rise from the ground. Each creature of his choice within the lair must succeed on a DC 25 Dexterity saving throw or take 27 (6d8) necrotic damage and be blinded until the end of their next turn.

Corruption of the Mind

On initiative count 10, the Obsidian King can target one creature within the lair. The target must succeed on a DC 25 Wisdom saving throw or be incapacitated until the end of its next turn as dark visions invade its mind.

Damage resistances

Necrotic

Psychic

Damage immunities

Radiant

Condition immunities

Charmed

Frightened

Paralyzed

Poisoned

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