Commander Jabari

Commander Jabari was once a runt buffalo cast out from his herd for questioning the alpha's hunting methods, left to wander the savanna alone until he stumbled upon the Golden Pride during a devastating drought. The pride's matriarch, impressed by his unwavering resolve to survive despite his diminished stature, offered him sanctuary and purpose, which ignited a fierce, almost spiritual loyalty that would define his entire existence. Over decades, Jabari rose through their ranks by demonstrating that true strength lay not in blind obedience but in principled conviction, earning him command of the Black Horn Guard—an elite force of buffalo warriors whose reputation for stubbornness was actually a carefully cultivated doctrine of independent tactical thinking. His relationship with Prince Cassian, the golden-maned heir of Aurelius, became a crucible of conflict and growth, as the young prince constantly challenged Jabari's defensive strategies with aggressive innovations, each argument a test of wills that paradoxically deepened their mutual respect. What neither realized was that Jabari saw in Cassian's rebellious nature the reflection of his younger self—the outsider who dared to question the established order—making their tactical disputes less about winning and more about shaping the future leadership of the pride. The stubborn reputation of his guard became legendary not because they refused to adapt, but because they refused to compromise on the principles Jabari had instilled: loyalty earned through merit, not fear, and courage tempered with wisdom.

Strength

20, modifier +5

Dexterity

12, modifier +1

Constitution

20, modifier +5

Intelligence

14, modifier +2

Wisdom

16, modifier +3

Charisma

18, modifier +4

Goring Charge

If Jabari moves at least 20 feet straight toward a target and then hits it with a gore attack, the target takes 3d10 + 5 piercing damage and must succeed on a DC 16 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.

Defensive Stance

Jabari takes a defensive stance, gaining +2 AC until the start of his next turn. Allies within 10 feet also gain +1 AC.

Rallying Roar

As an action, Jabari can let out a powerful roar. All allies within 30 feet can use their reaction to make one weapon attack against a target within range.

Stubborn Charge

Jabari can charge at an enemy, dealing 2d8 + 5 bludgeoning damage. If the target is larger than Jabari, they must succeed on a DC 16 Strength saving throw or be pushed back 10 feet.

Stubborn Resolve

Jabari has advantage on saving throws against being frightened.

Tactical Insight

All allies within 30 feet gain a +2 bonus to initiative rolls.

strength

+8

dexterity

+4

constitution

+8

wisdom

+6

Bludgeoning

Piercing