CR 5 – Humanoid – Cartel Enforcer
Tier 2 play
**Monster Name:** Cartel Enforcer
**Size, Type, Alignment:** Medium, Humanoid, Lawful Evil
**Core Stats:** Armor Class (AC) 15, Hit Points (HP) 85, Speed 30 ft.
**Ability Scores:**
Strength 14 (+2),
Dexterity 16 (+3),
Constitution 14 (+2),
Intelligence 10 (+0),
Wisdom 12 (+1),
Charisma 13 (+1)
**Proficiencies:** Saving Throws: Dexterity +6, Constitution +5; Skills: Stealth +6, Intimidation +4
Damage Resistances: Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from Nonmagical Attacks
Damage Immunities: Poison
Condition Immunities: Charmed, Frightened
**Senses:** Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 11
**Languages:** Common, Infernal
**Challenge Rating (CR):** 5
**Special Abilities:**
– **Tactical Command:** As a bonus action, the Cartel Enforcer can grant an ally within 30 feet advantage on their next attack roll.
– **Fearsome Reputation:** Creatures that start their turn within 10 feet of the Cartel Enforcer must succeed on a DC 14 Wisdom saving throw or become frightened until the end of their next turn.
**Actions:**
– **Multiattack:** The Cartel Enforcer makes two attacks with its Pistol or one attack with its Pistol and one with its Knife.
– **Pistol Attack:** +6 to hit, range 30/90 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (2d6 + 3) piercing damage.
– **Knife Attack:** +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d8 + 3) piercing damage.
– **Smoke Bomb (Recharge 5-6):** The Cartel Enforcer throws a smoke bomb in a 20-foot radius. The area is heavily obscured for 1 minute. Creatures within the area must succeed on a DC 14 Dexterity saving throw or be blinded until the end of their next turn.
**Description:** The Cartel Enforcer is a ruthless assassin, often seen wearing a dark suit and sunglasses, embodying the cold, calculating nature of organized crime. Originating from the depths of a powerful cartel, this enforcer employs stealth and intimidation to eliminate targets. They prefer ambush tactics, using smoke bombs to disorient foes before striking with deadly precision. Their demeanor is calm and collected, but they can unleash a terrifying presence that instills fear in the hearts of those who oppose them.