Medium humanoid (orc), chaotic evil
Armor Class 18 (chain mail, shield)
Hit Points 60 (8d8 + 24)
Speed 30 ft.
Proficiency Bonus +2
Proficiency Bonus +4 (5th Edition Advanced Mode)
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 (+3) | 11 (+0) | 17 (+3) | 10 (+0) | 12 (+1) | 14 (+2) |
Saving Throws Wis +3
Skills Perception +3, Insight +3, Intimidation +4
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 13
Languages Common, Orc
Challenge 4 (1,100 XP)
Aggressive. As a bonus action, the ore can move up to its speed toward a hostile creature that it can see.
Foe Smiter of llneval. The orc deals an extra die of damage when it hits with a longsword attack (included in the attack).
ACTIONS
- Multiattack. The ore makes two melee attacks with its longsword or two ranged attacks with its javelins. If llneval’s Command is available to use, the orc can use it after these attacks.
- Longsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 12 (2d8 + 3) slashing damage, or 14 (2d10 + 3) slashing damage when used with two hands.
- Javelin. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 30/120 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) piercing damage.
- llneval’s Command (Recharge 4-6). Up to three allied orcs within 120 feet of this orc that can hear it can use their reactions to each make one weapon attack.
5th Edition Advanced Mode
Limiting the power of a character and making the overall difficulty of the game harder, does not reduce the creativity, indeed it does quite the opposite.
The Game Master has the option to use any and all of the instances proposed in this guide, or just some of them according to their preference.
It is the lack of something that move and motivate characters, not the abundance of it
DESCRIPTION
An orc blade of Ilneval is a fearsome warrior who serves the orc god of war and strategy, Ilneval. Ilneval is also known as the Horde Leader, the War Maker, and the Bloodied One. He is the patron of orc warlords, tacticians, and conquerors. He commands his followers to seek out new lands to invade and plunder, and to use cunning and deception as well as brute force to achieve victory.
An orc blade of Ilneval is often marked with Ilneval’s symbol, an upright, blood-spattered sword. The tattoo is commonly found on its calf or thigh muscle. Harvesting the item requires flaying the skin under the mark, in one piece. The mark retains a connection to the deity, and is valued by many spellcasters.
An orc blade of Ilneval wears chain mail and wields a longsword and a javelin. The longsword is a gift from Ilneval, and is imbued with divine power. The orc deals an extra die of damage when it hits with a longsword attack. The javelin is a symbol of the orc’s readiness to fight at any range.
An orc blade of Ilneval is a leader among orcs, and can inspire its allies to fight harder and longer. It can use a special ability called Ilneval’s Command, which allows it to make an additional attack after its normal attacks, or to grant an ally within 30 feet an extra attack as a reaction.
COMBAT
An orc blade of Ilneval is a formidable opponent in combat, using its aggressive trait to close the distance with its enemies and unleash a flurry of sword strikes. It can also throw its javelins at foes that are out of reach, or switch to a javelin if it loses its sword. It is not afraid to fight dirty, using tricks and traps to gain an advantage over its foes.
An orc blade of Ilneval is also a skilled tactician, and can coordinate its allies to execute complex maneuvers and strategies. It can use its Ilneval’s Command ability to boost its own or its ally’s offensive power, or to create openings for other orcs to exploit. It can also use its insight, intimidation, and perception skills to assess the enemy’s strengths and weaknesses, and to demoralize or deceive them.
An orc blade of Ilneval is loyal to Ilneval, and will fight to the death for his glory. It will not retreat or surrender unless ordered by a higher authority, or unless it sees a clear opportunity to turn the tide of the battle. It will also not hesitate to sacrifice its allies or itself for the sake of the horde, if it believes that doing so will please Ilneval.
HABITAT / SOCIETY
An orc blade of Ilneval can be found in any orc tribe that worships Ilneval, or that is allied with such a tribe. Ilneval is one of the most popular orc gods, and his followers are numerous and widespread. Ilneval’s worshipers are constantly on the move, seeking out new lands to conquer and plunder. They are also always at war, either with other races or with other orc tribes that follow different gods.
An orc blade of Ilneval is a leader and a role model among orcs, and is respected and feared by its peers. It is usually the second-in-command of an orc warlord, or the leader of a smaller band of orcs. It is responsible for planning and executing raids, battles, and invasions, and for training and disciplining other orcs. It is also expected to perform rituals and sacrifices to Ilneval, and to spread his teachings and commands to other orcs.
An orc blade of Ilneval is ambitious and ruthless, and will not hesitate to challenge or overthrow its superiors if it thinks that they are weak or unworthy. It will also not tolerate any dissent or disobedience from its subordinates, and will punish them harshly. It will seek to prove itself to Ilneval and to the other orcs by achieving great feats of war and conquest, and by slaying powerful enemies. It will also seek to acquire more weapons, armor, and treasure, as symbols of its status and power.
ECOLOGY
An orc blade of Ilneval is a humanoid creature that belongs to the orc race. Orcs are savage and warlike humanoids that have grayish-green skin, coarse hair, stooped postures, and prominent lower canines. They have keen senses of smell and hearing, and can see well in the dark. They are also naturally strong, tough, and aggressive.
An orc blade of Ilneval is a carnivore that feeds on the flesh of its enemies, or on any other meat that it can find or hunt. It prefers fresh and raw meat, but will eat cooked or rotten meat if necessary. It will also eat plants, fungi, and insects, but only as a last resort. It drinks water, ale, or blood, depending on its mood and availability.
An orc blade of Ilneval is a male orc that has been chosen by Ilneval to serve as his champion and representative. It is usually selected from among the strongest and smartest orcs in a tribe, and undergoes a rigorous training and initiation process. It receives a longsword and a javelin from Ilneval, and is marked with his symbol. It also gains a connection to Ilneval’s divine power, which enhances its combat abilities.
An orc blade of Ilneval is a fertile orc that can mate with any female orc of its choice, or with any female of another race that it captures and enslaves. It produces offspring that inherit its physical and mental traits, and that are raised to worship Ilneval and to follow in its footsteps. It does not form any lasting bonds with its mates or its children, and sees them only as extensions of itself and of the horde.