Desiccated Cryptguard
Desiccated Cryptguards are skeletal sentinels tasked with guarding the sacred resting place of ancient Vaelorian nobility. Their skeletal forms are draped in tattered remnants of armor, once a symbol of valor and protection, now corroded and withered by the passage of time. When intruders dare to trespass, the Desiccated Cryptguard rises from its slumber, its hollow bones creaking with unnatural animation. With its sword raised, it unleashes relentless attacks upon those who seek to desecrate the crypt's sanctity.
Type
Undead
Number
2
Awareness
60
Endurance
40
Athletics
20
Health
5
Hit Location
Humanoid (Head)
Armor
1 (chest)
Combat Skill
40
Magic Resistance
30
Spoils
Spoils table
After level 5:
+D4 damage, +10 Combat Skill, +1 Armor (all body parts except chest)
After level 10:
+D6 Health, +D6 damage
Rusting Slash(Physical)
Roll: 1-2The Desiccated Cryptguard swings its corroded sword at a target, aiming to weaken their armor. It makes a melee attack, dealing D8 Slashing damage on a hit. If the attack hits, the target's armor is reduced by 1 until the end of their next turn as their armor begins to rust and deteriorate.
Relentless Assault(Physical)
Roll: 3-4The Desiccated Cryptguard moves forward with a determined stride, attempting to overwhelm a target with multiple strikes. It makes two melee attacks against the same target, dealing D6 Slashing damage for each hit.
Tomb Guardian's Wrath(Physical)
Roll: 5-6The Desiccated Cryptguard channels its guardian spirit and delivers a powerful strike imbued with unholy energy. It makes a melee attack, dealing D10 Slashing damage. If the attack hits, the target must succeed on a Resolve check or become Frightened of the Desiccated Cryptguard until the end of their next turn.