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Ruffian

Creature 2 — human, humanoid

Ruffians often work as bodyguards and enforcers for powerful criminals, using their strength to bully others into submission. In the underbelly of society, the lawless reign supreme.

Source: pathfinder-npc-core

Perception +8
Skills athletics +7, intimidation +6, stealth +6
Str
+3
Dex
+2
Con
+3
Int
-1
Wis
+2
Cha
+0
AC 18 Fort +9 Ref +8 Will +6
HP 30
Speed 25 feet

Offense

Melee Club +9, Damage 1d6+5 bludgeoning
Melee Fist +9, Damage 1d4+5 bludgeoning
Ranged Club +8, Damage 1d6+5 bludgeoning
Ranged Sling +8, Damage 1d6+5 bludgeoning

Abilities

Reactive Strike — Reactive Strike
Brutal Beating — The ruffian's brutality shakes foes' confidence. When the ruffian deals damage on a critical hit, the target is Frightened 1, and the ruffian can push the target up to 10 feet.
Combat Grab —
Sneak Attack — The ruffian deals an extra 1d6 precision damage to Off-Guard creatures.

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