Character
Death Knight Initiate
Created by AcherusOnce a celebrated guardian of the realm whose unwavering faith had protected countless innocents, Death Knight Initiate fell in glorious combat defending a remote village from an encroaching shadow plague. Their body lay desecrated for three moons before Naxramas, the enigmatic leader of the Ebon Blades, discovered their remains and recognized the dormant spark of righteous purpose still burning within. Through forbidden rituals that balanced on the knife's edge between damnation and redemption, Naxramas restored them to existence as something neither fully alive nor truly dead—a paradox made flesh. Now, as they undergo the sacred trials required of all who would join the Ebon Blades, Death Knight Initiate grapples with the strange new power coursing through their spectral form while clinging fiercely to the moral compass that once defined them. Each oath they swear binds them deeper into their new purpose: to stand eternal watch against the very darkness that claimed their former life. Naxramas has promised them that their resurrection was no accident, but rather a second chance to fulfill a destiny greater than their first, and Death Knight Initiate burns with determination to prove worthy of this impossible second chance.
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This view-only profile includes a creator-written description; 14 labeled detail fields; 6 structured sections; 1 artwork image supplied by the creator.
- Creation type
- Character
- Shared by
- Acherus
- Connected worlds
- 1
- Detail fields
- 14
- Profile sections
- 6
- Artwork images
- 1
Details
- Type
- Undead
- Class
- Paladin
- Gender
- androgynous
- Alignment
- Lawful Good
- Faction
- The Ebon Blades
- Size
- Medium
- Armor class
- 18
- Hit points
- 85
- Speed
- 30
- Challenge
- 5
- Experience
- 1800
- Languages
- Common, Infernal
- Senses
- Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 14
- Skills
- Athletics, Religion, Insight, Intimidation
Biography
Once a celebrated guardian of the realm whose unwavering faith had protected countless innocents, Death Knight Initiate fell in glorious combat defending a remote village from an encroaching shadow plague. Their body lay desecrated for three moons before Naxramas, the enigmatic leader of the Ebon Blades, discovered their remains and recognized the dormant spark of righteous purpose still burning within. Through forbidden rituals that balanced on the knife's edge between damnation and redemption, Naxramas restored them to existence as something neither fully alive nor truly dead—a paradox made flesh. Now, as they undergo the sacred trials required of all who would join the Ebon Blades, Death Knight Initiate grapples with the strange new power coursing through their spectral form while clinging fiercely to the moral compass that once defined them. Each oath they swear binds them deeper into their new purpose: to stand eternal watch against the very darkness that claimed their former life. Naxramas has promised them that their resurrection was no accident, but rather a second chance to fulfill a destiny greater than their first, and Death Knight Initiate burns with determination to prove worthy of this impossible second chance.
Attributes
Strength
16, modifier +3
Dexterity
12, modifier +1
Constitution
18, modifier +4
Intelligence
14, modifier +2
Wisdom
18, modifier +4
Charisma
16, modifier +3
Actions
Spectral Strike
Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 2d8 + 3 necrotic damage.
Oath of Protection
As a bonus action, grant an ally within 30 ft. a +2 bonus to AC until the start of your next turn.
Channel Divinity: Vengeful Spirit
As an action, deal 3d10 radiant damage to all enemies within a 15 ft. radius. DC 15 Wisdom saving throw for half damage.
Ritual of Redemption
Spend 1 minute to heal an ally for 2d8 + 4 hit points. Can be used once per short rest.
Abilities
Righteous Resilience
Gains advantage on saving throws against being frightened or charmed.
Spectral Shield
Once per turn, can reduce damage taken by 5 from any source.
Saving throws
strength
+5
dexterity
+1
constitution
+7
wisdom
+7
charisma
+5
Damage resistances
Necrotic
Poison
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