Bruce Mantino

Bruce Mantino grew up watching his father peddle watered-down spirits and doctored ales to unsuspecting travelers, a profession that filled the young man with quiet disgust and a burning desire to forge his own path. When he discovered he possessed a genuine talent for crafting honest, exceptional brews—ales that tasted like liquid gold and whiskeys that warmed the soul—he began producing his finest work in secret with his loyal younger brother Ivan, who possessed an equally keen eye for the business side of their venture. Their father's discovery of this hidden enterprise sent him into a rage that resulted in both brothers being cast into the wilderness with nothing but the clothes on their backs, yet rather than break their spirits, this cruelty became the crucible that forged their greatest achievement. From salvaged timber and reclaimed materials found in the forest, Bruce and Ivan constructed The Hissing Cats, a tavern and inn built on the revolutionary principle that honest work and genuine quality would always triumph over deception and shortcuts. Over the years, the establishment became a beacon for weary adventurers and lost souls seeking refuge, a reputation bolstered immeasurably when Bruce's daughter Linda came of age and brought her own innovative ideas to the family enterprise. Today, Bruce stands behind the bar with the weathered hands of a craftsman and the warm smile of a man who chose integrity over inheritance, proving that a legacy built on trust and exceptional ale is worth infinitely more than any fortune gained through trickery.

Strength

18, modifier 4

Dexterity

12, modifier 1

Constitution

20, modifier 5

Intelligence

14, modifier 2

Wisdom

16, modifier 3

Charisma

18, modifier 4

Brewed Inspiration

Bruce can grant an ally within 30 ft. an extra 1d8 to their next attack roll or saving throw.

Whiskey Splash

Bruce throws a flask of whiskey at a target within 30 ft. on a hit (DC 15), they take 3d6 fire damage and must succeed on a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw or be blinded until the end of their next turn.

Tavern Brawl

Bruce makes a melee attack with a tankard, dealing 2d8 + 4 bludgeoning damage. On a hit, the target must succeed on a DC 15 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.

Rallying Toast

As an action, Bruce can inspire allies within 30 ft. granting them 1d6 temporary hit points and advantage on their next attack roll. This can be used once per short rest.

Craftsman's Touch

Bruce's brews grant allies within 30 feet advantage on saving throws against poison.

Tavern's Refuge

Allies gain temporary hit points equal to Bruce's Charisma modifier at the start of their turn.

strength

7

dexterity

1

constitution

8

wisdom

6

charisma

7

Poison