Mashkudu The Bully

Creature 5 (unique) — human, humanoid

Pre-Remaster content. May include legacy alignment.

FlankerLANDhumanhumanoidopportunist

Source: strength-of-thousands-bestiary (Pre-Remaster)

Perception +13

Languages common

Skills athletics +13, deception +9, intimidation +11, stealth +11, thievery +13

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Items Hand Crossbow, Longsword, Leather Armor, Thieves' Tools

AC 22 Fort +12 Ref +14 Will +11

HP 75

Speed 25 feet

Melee Longsword (versatile-p) +15, Damage 1d8+6 slashing

Ranged Hand Crossbow (reload-1) +15, range increment 60 feet, Damage 1d6 piercing

Opportunistic Maneuver —

Sneak Attack — Mashkudu deals an extra 1d6 precision damage to Off-Guard creatures.

Surprise Attack — On the first round of combat, creatures that haven't acted yet are Off-Guard to Mashkudu.

WORKS WELL WITH

AnvilLANDA durable frontline body draws the fight's attention while this opportunist picks off stragglers who haven't acted yet.

CrasherLANDAn aggressive opener creates chaos in the opening exchange that this ambusher exploits for its surprise-round advantage.

SnareLANDA controller that keeps a target immobilized or Off-Guard extends the window this striker needs for its precision damage.

PUNISHES

✖ low initiative✖ isolated targets✖ overextension

Avoid pairing with another Flanker; the surprise-round advantage and Off-Guard windows only meaningfully benefit one attacker.

Works well with · Punishes · Pairing advice Unlock with Tactics

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