King Jabir Of The Crimson Mane Lions

Born beneath a blood-red eclipse in the heart of the scorching wastes, King Jabir inherited not a throne but the weight of faded glory—his family once commanded the Red Desert's endless dunes, their roars echoing across kingdoms that now belonged to others. When his cousin Sultan Rashad rose to power, Jabir watched from the shadows of forgotten oases as the Red Desert Lions consolidated their dominion, leaving the Crimson Mane to languish in obscurity and regret. The dark sorcerer Maleficus came to him with promises wrapped in shadow-silk, offering forbidden magics that would elevate his bloodline above Rashad's and restore the ancient supremacy his ancestors once knew. But Jabir, proud and unbowed by centuries of decline, refused to kneel to any power that dwelt in darkness—he would reclaim his family's honor through cunning, strength, and the loyalty of his own pride, not through corruption. Now he moves across the desert like a phantom king, gathering allies and cultivating secret wells of power, determined to prove that the Crimson Mane's legacy burns brighter than the rust-colored sands that bury it. Every strategic alliance forged and every rival outmaneuvered brings him closer to his goal: a restored empire built on his own terms, answering to no master but himself.

Strength

20, modifier 5

Dexterity

14, modifier 2

Constitution

20, modifier 5

Intelligence

16, modifier 3

Wisdom

18, modifier 4

Charisma

18, modifier 4

Claw Attack

Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 3d8 + 5 slashing damage.

Desert Mirage

Create an illusory duplicate of himself. As a bonus action, Jabir can confuse enemies, imposing disadvantage on their next attack.

Pride's Charge

Dash up to double speed and make a single claw attack at the end. If the attack hits, it deals an extra 2d6 damage.

Royal Command

As an action, Jabir can inspire allies. Choose up to 3 allies within 30 ft. Each gains 1d10 temporary hit points.

Desert Phantom

Jabir can move stealthily in desert terrain, gaining advantage on Stealth checks.

Lion's Roar

Allies within 30 feet gain +2 to attack rolls and saving throws for 1 minute.

strength

8

dexterity

5

constitution

8

wisdom

7

charisma

7

Bludgeoning

Piercing

Slashing