Glorfindel

Born beneath the starlight of the First Age, Glorfindel was raised among the noble kindred of Gondolin, a hidden kingdom of surpassing beauty and ancient power. From his earliest days, he displayed an uncanny affinity for the martial arts, as though combat itself sang through his very blood. His tutors recognized in him a rare gift—not merely the strength of limb possessed by warriors, but a profound connection to the light that dwelt within all righteous things. As he matured, his golden hair became legendary, catching the radiance of the sun itself, while his voice grew melodious enough to calm troubled hearts or inspire courage in the faint of spirit. When the great shadow fell upon the world and enemies gathered at the gates of his beloved city, Glorfindel stood as its ultimate defender, leading the House of the Golden Flower with wisdom and unflinching resolve. When the final darkness came to Gondolin and its walls crumbled beneath overwhelming evil, Glorfindel chose his fate willingly, standing alone against a creature of ancient terror—a Balrog wreathed in flame and shadow. In that apocalyptic duel, he drove his enchanted blade deep into the heart of the monster, but the cost of victory was his own life, consumed by the fires of his vanquished foe. Yet the gods themselves witnessed his sacrifice and deemed it worthy of redemption; they granted him a second chance at existence, returning him to Middle-earth reborn and transformed. His new form carried within it a luminous power that transcended mortal limitation, marking him as one touched by divine grace. Now he walks the world as a beacon against encroaching darkness, his very presence a living testament to the triumph of courage and sacrifice over despair.

Strength

20, modifier +5

Dexterity

18, modifier +4

Constitution

20, modifier +5

Intelligence

16, modifier +3

Wisdom

18, modifier +4

Charisma

22, modifier +6

Adamantine Strike

Make a melee weapon attack with your longsword. On a hit, deal 3d10 + 5 slashing damage.

Luminous Shield

Create a shield of light that grants +5 AC until the start of your next turn.

Inspiring Song

All allies within 60 ft. regain 3d8 + 6 hit points and gain advantage on their next attack roll.

Fury of the Golden Flower

Make two melee attacks and deal an additional 2d6 radiant damage on a hit.

Balrog's Bane

Once per long rest, deal 6d10 fire damage to a target within 60 ft. (DC 20 Dexterity save for half).

Swift Retreat

Teleport up to 30 ft. to an unoccupied space you can see.

Radiant Presence

Enemies within 30 feet have disadvantage on saving throws against fear.

Divine Resilience

Glorfindel has resistance to radiant and fire damage.

Inspiring Aura

Allies within 30 feet gain a +2 bonus to attack rolls and saving throws.

Swift Movement

Glorfindel can move through difficult terrain without expending extra movement.

strength

+11

dexterity

+10

constitution

+12

wisdom

+10

charisma

+13

Radiant Burst

Unleash a wave of radiant energy in a 30 ft. radius. Each creature must make a DC 20 Constitution saving throw, taking 4d10 radiant damage on a failed save, or half as much on a success.

Heroic Charge

Move up to your speed and make one melee attack as part of this action.

Divine Intervention

Once per encounter, negate an attack against you or an ally within 30 ft. as a reaction.

radiant

fire

charmed

frightened