Franklin Steele

Franklin Steele spent his first thirty years chasing legends across distant continents, collecting scars and stories in equal measure. He sailed with merchant fleets through pirate-infested waters, descended into forgotten ruins seeking lost artifacts, and earned his reputation as both a cunning tactician and a man of unshakeable principle. His silver-blond hair, once dark as midnight, turned pale from years beneath unforgiving suns and the weight of impossible choices. He fought not for glory or gold, but because the weak needed protection and the lost needed guidance—a philosophy that saw him stand against tyrants, rescue villages from bandit lords, and broker peace between warring clans. Each ring adorning his weathered fingers represented a promise kept or a life saved, talismans of his tumultuous youth rather than symbols of vanity. When his father passed, Franklin hung up his adventuring boots and returned home to claim leadership of the Steele merchant empire, transforming it from a standard trading operation into a network of ethical commerce that spanned the known realms. His years of travel had taught him something invaluable: that understanding people and places made for better business than ruthless exploitation. Now, at fifty-eight, he stands by his ornate fireplace each evening, the kind eyes of a warrior who has learned wisdom watching flames dance and flicker. The small dagger at his belt remains sharp, not from necessity but from habit—a reminder that even in peace, a man must stay ready. His merchants speak of him with reverence, his rivals with respect, and those he once saved in distant lands still whisper his name. This day Franklin has seen the corruption and evil the various realms have fallen under as trying to mitigate the worst of the crimes. Never married, he feels the bite of old age and is worried about what will become of all that the Steele family has established.

Strength

14, modifier 2

Dexterity

12, modifier 1

Constitution

16, modifier 3

Intelligence

18, modifier 4

Wisdom

16, modifier 3

Charisma

20, modifier 5

Tactical Strike

Make a melee weapon attack with a dagger. On a hit, deal 1d4 + 2 piercing damage.

Inspiring Command

Choose up to three allies within 30 ft. They can each use their reaction to move up to half their speed.

Shield of Resolve

As a reaction, grant an ally within 30 ft. a +3 bonus to AC until the start of their next turn.

Cunning Plan

Spend 1 minute to devise a strategy, granting allies advantage on their next attack rolls.

Heroic Stand

For 1 minute, gain +2 to AC and resistance to all damage while standing still.

Dagger Throw

Throw a dagger at a target within 60 ft. On a hit, deal 1d4 + 2 piercing damage and the target must succeed on a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw or be disarmed.

Strategic Insight

Gain advantage on initiative rolls and tactical advantage in combat.

Merchant's Charm

Allies within 30 feet gain +2 to saving throws against fear.

Dagger's Edge

When attacking with a dagger, deal an extra 1d6 damage once per turn.

Elder's Wisdom

Once per long rest, can reroll a failed saving throw.

strength

6

dexterity

5

intelligence

8

wisdom

7

constitution

6

charisma

9

Commanding Presence

Franklin can use 2 legendary actions to grant an ally within 30 ft. an extra action on their turn.

Strategic Retreat

Franklin can use 1 legendary action to move up to half his speed without provoking opportunity attacks.

Heroic Sacrifice

As a legendary action, Franklin can take damage intended for an ally within 10 ft., reducing that damage by 1d10 + 3.

Psychic

Charmed

Frightened