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Silas Thorncroft
Silas Thorncroft, a name that once struck fear into the hearts of the most fearsome creatures that roamed the realm, now cloaked in the guise of a feeble old man. Yet, beneath the weathered exterior, the true essence of his being simmered, a demonic force coiled and ready to unleash its wrath upon the unsuspecting. Born in the darkest depths of the Abyss, Silas was a child of chaos, a being forged in the fires of the underworld. His power, a testament to the cruel and unyielding nature of the demonic realm, had been honed and tempered through centuries of relentless training and battle. As he rose through the ranks, his reputation as a merciless and uncompromising servant of the Infernal Lords grew, striking terror into the hearts of even the most seasoned warriors. Yet, the weight of his deeds began to weigh heavily upon his soul, and in a moment of unexpected clarity, he sought a path of redemption. Donning the guise of a feeble old man, Silas took on the role of a caretaker, his true identity hidden from the world, a constant reminder of the duality that resided within him. Now, he watches over the crossroads of Specter and Grim, a guardian against the forces of darkness, his overwhelming presence a testament to the power that lies dormant, waiting to be unleashed should the need arise.
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- Creation type
- Character
- Shared by
- Nullzero
- Connected worlds
- 1
- Detail fields
- 14
- Profile sections
- 9
- Artwork images
- 1
Details
- Type
- Fiend
- Race
- Half Drow
- Class
- Warlock
- Gender
- male
- Alignment
- Neutral Evil
- Size
- Medium
- Armor class
- 18
- Hit points
- 250
- Speed
- 30
- Challenge
- 20
- Experience
- 25000
- Languages
- Infernal, Common, Celestial
- Senses
- Darkvision 120 ft., Truesight 60 ft., Passive Perception 18
- Skills
- Deception, Intimidation, Arcana, Insight, performance
Biography
Silas Thorncroft, a name that once struck fear into the hearts of the most fearsome creatures that roamed the realm, now cloaked in the guise of a feeble old man. Yet, beneath the weathered exterior, the true essence of his being simmered, a demonic force coiled and ready to unleash its wrath upon the unsuspecting. Born in the darkest depths of the Abyss, Silas was a child of chaos, a being forged in the fires of the underworld. His power, a testament to the cruel and unyielding nature of the demonic realm, had been honed and tempered through centuries of relentless training and battle. As he rose through the ranks, his reputation as a merciless and uncompromising servant of the Infernal Lords grew, striking terror into the hearts of even the most seasoned warriors. Yet, the weight of his deeds began to weigh heavily upon his soul, and in a moment of unexpected clarity, he sought a path of redemption. Donning the guise of a feeble old man, Silas took on the role of a caretaker, his true identity hidden from the world, a constant reminder of the duality that resided within him. Now, he watches over the crossroads of Specter and Grim, a guardian against the forces of darkness, his overwhelming presence a testament to the power that lies dormant, waiting to be unleashed should the need arise.
Attributes
Strength
16, modifier 3
Dexterity
14, modifier 2
Constitution
22, modifier 6
Intelligence
20, modifier 5
Wisdom
24, modifier 4
Charisma
24, modifier 7
Actions
Infernal Grasp
Melee Spell Attack: +12 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 36 (8d8) necrotic damage, and the target must succeed on a DC 20 Constitution saving throw or be paralyzed until the end of its next turn.
Demonic Command
Silas can cast the spell 'Dominate Person' at will, requiring no material components.
Shadow Step
Silas can teleport up to 60 feet to an unoccupied space he can see that is in dim light or darkness.
Abilities
Dark Presence
Enemies within 30 feet of Silas must succeed on a DC 20 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened until the end of their next turn.
Saving throws
strength
10
dexterity
9
intelligence
12
wisdom
11
constitution
13
charisma
14
Legendary actions
Terrifying Visage
Silas can use his action to force all creatures of his choice within 30 feet to make a DC 20 Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, they are frightened for 1 minute. A creature can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success.
Unleash the Abyss
Silas unleashes a wave of chaotic energy in a 30-foot radius. Each creature in that area must make a DC 20 Dexterity saving throw, taking 45 (10d8) force damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
Dreadful Command
Silas can command one creature he can see within 60 feet to make a DC 20 Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the creature must use its next action to attack a target of Silas's choice.
Damage resistances
Fire
Cold
Lightning
Damage immunities
Poison
Psychic
Condition immunities
Charmed
Frightened
Poisoned
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