Gladiator
Monster Manual (2025) p. 139
- Size
- Small
- Type
- humanoid
- Alignment
- neutral
- AC
- 16
- Initiative
- 5
- Hit Points
- 112 (15d8+45)
- Speed
- walk 30 ft.
- Saving Throws
- Str +7, Wis +4, Con +6, Dex +5
- Skills
- Performance +5, Athletics +10
- Passive Perception
- 11
- Languages
- Common
- Challenge
- 5
- Environment
- any
Traits
Proficiency Bonus
+3
Gear
Shield, Spears (3), Studded Leather Armor
Treasure
Armaments: The monster's treasure hoard features magic items with the noted theme. The Dungeon Master's Guide details treasure hoards appropriate for each theme. Individual: The monster doesn't have a treasure hoard, but it might keep monetary treasure.
Size
Small, Medium
Actions
Multiattack
The gladiator makes three Spear attacks. It can replace one attack with a use of Shield Bash.
Spear
Melee or Ranged Attack Roll: +7, reach 5 ft. or range 20/60 ft. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) Piercing damage.
Shield Bash
Strength Saving Throw: DC 15, one creature within 5 feet that the gladiator can see. Failure: 9 (2d4 + 4) Bludgeoning damage. If the target is a Medium or smaller creature, it has the Prone condition.
Reactions
Parry
Trigger: The gladiator is hit by a melee attack roll while holding a weapon. Response: The gladiator adds 3 to its AC against that attack, possibly causing it to miss.
Other data
description
Gladiators are professional fighters who pit themselves against one another, monsters, and other challenges to entertain audiences. While some compete merely to survive, others love the thrill of performing—and all gladiators know the importance of theatrics in keeping audiences excited. Roll on or choose an option from the Gladiator Theatrics table to inspire the unique flourishes a gladiator uses when competing.
Gladiator Theatrics:
| 1d6 | During a Competition, the Gladiator... |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dedicates their impending victory to a deity, ruler, beloved noble, or member of the crowd. |
| 2 | Dresses in a monster-themed mask and cape. |
| 3 | Judges whether their foe fights honorably. |
| 4 | Leads the crowd in a rousing theme song. |
| 5 | Seeks to claim a trophy from a foe. |
| 6 | Takes advice from the crowd, omens, or a pet. |