Orc Veteran Master
Creature 10 — humanoid, orc
WeaverFlankerLANDorc
While the sword and shield are reliable and proven in battle, the veteran master is the weapon. They have been hardened by decades of fighting, but they still manage to find peace within themselves to gain a physical advantage. Orcs have a strict moral code encompassing valor and accomplishment, and they cast out those unwilling to follow it. For the last few generations, orcs have been trying to erase the narratives around their culture as being solely focused on war and violence. They invite o
Source: pathfinder-npc-core
Perception +20; darkvision
Languages common, orcish
Skills acrobatics +20, athletics +23, diplomacy +15, intimidation +20, stealth +20, Warfare Lore +18
Str
+5
Dex
+4
Con
+3
Int
+0
Wis
+2
Cha
+1
Items Bo Staff, Composite Longbow, Breastplate
AC 30
Fort +19
Ref +20
Will +18
HP 175
Speed 30 feet
Offense
Melee Bo Staff (magical, parry, reach, trip) +24, Damage 2d8+13 bludgeoning
Melee Fist (agile, nonlethal, unarmed) +24, Damage 2d4+13 bludgeoning
Ranged Composite Longbow (deadly-d10, magical, propulsive, reload-0, volley-30) +23, range increment 100 feet, Damage 2d8+10 piercing
Abilities
Fly Through Battle — The veteran master gains an additional reaction each round that can be used only to make a Reactive Pursuit.
Reactive Pursuit —
Reactive Strike —
Reshape the Battle — The veteran master attempts a bo staff Strike. If it hits a creature of the master's size or smaller, the master can automatically Reposition it to any space within the bo staff's reach.
Staff Swipe — The veteran master extends their reach to smash multiple creatures with their bo. They attempt a bo staff Strike against each enemy in a 15-foot cone. This counts as two attacks toward their multiple attack penalty, but the penalty doesn't increase until after all the attacks.
WORKS WELL WITH
AnvilLANDHolds enemies within reach to maximize Reactive Strike and Staff Swipe opportunities.
SniperLANDFires safely behind reach control while enemies are repositioned by Reshape the Battle.
CrasherLANDCapitalizes on enemies repositioned together for Staff Swipe follow-up.
PUNISHES
✖ clumping✖ kiting✖ overcommitment
Works well with · Punishes · Pairing advice
Unlock with Tactics
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