King Roderic Dravenhart

Born during a celestial storm that split the sky into a thousand fractures of lightning, Roderic Dravenhart was marked from birth when a dying dragon—hunted to the brink of extinction—chose him as its final vessel, transferring its ancient draconic essence into the newborn prince's blood. Raised in the highest tower of Thunderpeak, he learned to channel both the tempestuous fury of the skies and the primal wisdom of the great wyrms, becoming a warrior-king whose very presence could summon thunder at will. His marriage to the serene Queen Valeria was orchestrated as a political union, yet their bond deepened when she alone proved capable of calming the electrical storms that ravaged his mind during moments of despair, becoming his anchor to humanity. Together they forged a dynasty meant to bridge the gap between mortal ambition and draconic legacy, birthing Prince Kael—who inherited his father's command over lightning—and Princess Aria—who possessed her mother's grace combined with unexpected dragon-sight. Roderic's reign transformed Thunderpeak from a kingdom perpetually battered by supernatural tempests into a beacon of power, as he learned to harmonize rather than dominate the storm that dwelled within his very soul. His creed, whispered by soldiers before battle and carved into the castle's cornerstone, reflects his hard-won philosophy: that true courage lies not in the absence of fear, but in answering the call of destiny when the thunder demands it.

Strength

18, modifier 4

Dexterity

14, modifier 2

Constitution

20, modifier 5

Intelligence

16, modifier 3

Wisdom

15, modifier 2

Charisma

18, modifier 4

Thunderous Strike

Melee Weapon Attack: +10 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 2d10 + 4 thunder damage.

Dragon's Breath

Roderic exhales lightning in a 30-ft line. Each creature must make a DC 17 Dexterity saving throw, taking 6d6 lightning damage on a failed save, or half as much on a success. Recharge 5-6.

Storm Shield

As a reaction, Roderic can create a barrier of storm energy, granting +2 AC until the start of his next turn.

Call of the Wyrm

Roderic summons a spectral dragon to aid him in battle. The dragon acts on his initiative and can make one attack per turn.

Stormcaller

Roderic can summon a storm once per long rest, creating a 30-ft radius of lightning.

Dragon's Legacy

All allies within 10 ft gain advantage on saving throws against fear.

strength

8

dexterity

6

constitution

9

intelligence

7

wisdom

6

charisma

8

Lightning

Thunder