Warrior Commander

Monster Manual (2025) p. 321

Size
Small
Type
humanoid
Alignment
neutral
AC
18
Initiative
9
Hit Points
161 (19d8+76)
Speed
walk 30 ft.
Saving Throws
Str +9, Wis +7, Con +8, Dex +9
Skills
Insight +7, Athletics +9, Perception +7
Passive Perception
17
Languages
Common plus one other language
Challenge
10
Lineage
Warrior
Environment
any
STR
21
+5
DEX
20
+5
CON
18
+4
INT
14
+2
WIS
16
+3
CHA
14
+2

Traits

Proficiency Bonus

+4

Gear

Greatsword, Longbow, Plate 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.

Size

Small, Medium

Actions

Multiattack

The warrior makes three attacks, using Greatsword or Longbow in any combination.

Greatsword

Melee Attack Roll: +9, reach 5 ft. Hit: 19 (4d6 + 5) Slashing damage. The warrior also creates one of the following effects:

Sap: The target has Disadvantage on its next attack roll before the start of the warrior's next turn.

Maneuver: One ally who can see or hear the warrior can take a Reaction to move up to half the ally's Speed without provoking Opportunity Attacks.

Longbow

Ranged Attack Roll: +9, range 150/600 ft. Hit: 18 (3d8 + 5) Piercing damage, and the target's Speed decreases by 10 feet until the end of the target's next turn.

Tactical Charge (Bonus Action)

The warrior moves up to half its Speed straight toward an enemy it can see without provoking Opportunity Attacks.

Reactions

Counterattack

Trigger: The warrior is hit by an attack roll. Response: The warrior adds 4 to its AC against that attack, possibly causing it to miss. On a miss, the warrior can make one Greatsword or Longbow attack against the attacker.

Other data

description

Warriors are professionals who make a living through their prowess in battle. They might be skilled in using a variety of tactics or trained to take advantage of unusual battlefields. Warriors often work together, whether in armies or in teams with deliberate goals. Roll on or choose a result from the Warrior Roles table to inspire the creation of different sorts of warriors.

Warrior Roles:

1d10The Warrior Is...
1A bodyguard who protects a noble.
2A cavalry officer with an unusual steed.
3A crusader who fights for a divine cause.
4A duelist who claims to be unbeatable.
5A gate guard who asks nonsensical questions.
6A grizzled veteran who trains new recruits.
7A hunter skilled at slaying specific monsters.
8A retired general who is weary of battle.
9A volunteer with a homemade weapon.
10A young mercenary trying to prove their skill.

Warrior Commander: Skilled in both combat and leadership, warrior commanders overcome challenges through a combination of martial skill and clever tactics.