npc

Captain Kaelen The Iron-Minded

Stat Block

CR 8

, Lawful Neutral

Reveal Stat Block

Armor Class

19 (prototype lead-lined plate)

Hit Points

Speed

30 ft.

str

dex

con

int

wis

cha

Saving Throws STR +6, CON +6

Skills Arcana +6, Athletics +6, History +6, Investigation +6

Lead-Lined Armor.Kaelen has resistance to necrotic damage and advantage on saving throws against effects that would magically detect or locate him.

Tactical Mind.Kaelen can use a bonus action to give an ally within 30 feet advantage on their next attack roll.

Actions

Multiattack.Kaelen makes two attacks with his Greatsword.

Greatsword.Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (2d6 + 3) slashing damage.

Shocking Grasp.Melee Spell Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (2d8) lightning damage and the target can't take reactions until the start of its next turn.

Captain Kaelen "The Iron-Minded"

Role: Leader of the Dust-Walkers
Description: A human man who wears a prototype lead-lined suit of plate armor. He speaks in short, clipped sentences and treats every expedition like a military operation.
The Hook: Kaelen was once a high-ranking Magister who was framed for a magical disaster he didn't commit. He is using his wealth from scavenging to fund a private army, with the ultimate goal of returning to Kigum and "clearing his name"—by force, if necessary.