CR 5 – Humanoid – Masked Vigilante
Tier 2 play
**Monster Name**
Masked Vigilante
**Size, Type, Alignment**
Medium, Humanoid, Chaotic Neutral
**Core Stats:**
Armor Class (AC): 15
Hit Points (HP): 85
Speed: 30 ft.
**Ability Scores:**
Strength 14 (+2),
Dexterity 18 (+4),
Constitution 14 (+2),
Intelligence 10 (+0),
Wisdom 12 (+1),
Charisma 16 (+3)
**Proficiencies:**
Saving Throws: Dexterity +7, Charisma +6
Skills: Stealth +7, Deception +6, Insight +4
Damage Resistances: Psychic
Damage Immunities: None
Condition Immunities: Charmed
**Senses:**
Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 13
Languages: Common, Thieves' Cant
Challenge Rating (CR): 5
**Special Abilities:**
– **Cloak of Shadows:** As a bonus action, the Masked Vigilante can become invisible until the start of their next turn or until they attack.
– **Intimidating Presence:** Once per short rest, the Masked Vigilante can force one creature within 30 feet to make a Wisdom saving throw (DC 15) or become frightened until the end of their next turn.
**Actions:**
– **Multiattack:** The Masked Vigilante makes two attacks with their Shadow Dagger.
– **Shadow Dagger:** Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (2d6 + 4) piercing damage plus 7 (2d6) psychic damage.
– **Smoke Bomb (Recharge 5-6):** The Masked Vigilante throws a smoke bomb in a 15-foot radius. Creatures in the area must make a Dexterity saving throw (DC 15) or be blinded until the end of their next turn.
**Description:**
The Masked Vigilante is a mysterious figure cloaked in shadows, often appearing in urban environments where crime runs rampant. Clad in dark leather armor and a mask that conceals their identity, they strike fear into the hearts of evildoers. Originating from a tragic past where they witnessed the suffering of their community, they now use their skills to fight against oppression. Tactical and cunning, they prefer to strike from the shadows, using their agility and stealth to outmaneuver foes, leaving them bewildered and frightened. The Masked Vigilante is relentless in their pursuit of justice but operates outside the law, making them a complex and unpredictable adversary.