Thunder Cliff Watcher

Born during a catastrophic storm that split the sky above the cliffsides where his herd sheltered, Thunder Cliff Watcher emerged into the world as lightning struck the very stone upon which his mother stood—a sign the shamans declared marked him as a guardian chosen by the elements themselves. Raised within the rigid hierarchies of the Taurehe society, he learned that personal honor and duty to the collective superseded all other concerns, channeling the wild fury that burned in his blood into disciplined service rather than reckless conquest. His connection to the ancestral totems manifested early and intensely, as if the spirits recognized in him a worthy vessel for their raw power, and he spent decades meditating upon sacred peaks to strengthen this bond until totem and warrior became nearly inseparable. When his village faced encroachment from dark forces, Thunder Cliff Watcher proved himself an immovable sentinel, his hooves becoming as unyielding as bedrock and his totems crackling with retribution against those who threatened his people. Though he bears the scars of countless battles and the weight of lives lost under his watch, he remains unmoved by glory or accolade, viewing his role as an extension of natural law rather than personal achievement. Now, as age creeps upon even the mightiest of warriors, he stands eternal vigil at the village's threshold, a living monument to the principle that some are born not to lead or conquer, but to hold the line against the encroaching darkness.

Strength

20, modifier +5

Dexterity

12, modifier +1

Constitution

20, modifier +5

Intelligence

10, modifier +0

Wisdom

16, modifier +3

Charisma

8, modifier -1

Mighty Hoof Strike

Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 2d10 + 5 bludgeoning damage.

Totemic Fury

As an action, Thunder Cliff Watcher can unleash the power of his totems, dealing 4d8 lightning damage to all enemies within 15 ft. (DC 16 Dexterity save for half).

Unyielding Sentinel

As a reaction, when an ally is attacked, Thunder Cliff Watcher can impose disadvantage on the attack roll, protecting his kin.

Elemental Shield

As a bonus action, Thunder Cliff Watcher can create a shield of elemental energy, granting +2 AC until the start of his next turn.

Guardian's Vigil

Gains advantage on saving throws against being frightened.

Totemic Bond

When using a totem, Thunder Cliff Watcher can add +2 to damage rolls.

strength

+8

constitution

+8

wisdom

+6

Bludgeoning

Piercing

Slashing