CR 8 – Type – Large Aberration – Soto the Spectacular
Tier 2 play
**Monster Name:** Soto the Spectacular
**Size, Type, Alignment:** Large Aberration, Chaotic Neutral
**Core Stats:** Armor Class (AC) 15, Hit Points (HP) 120, Speed 30 ft., fly 60 ft.
**Ability Scores:**
Strength 14 (+2),
Dexterity 16 (+3),
Constitution 18 (+4),
Intelligence 12 (+1),
Wisdom 15 (+2),
Charisma 20 (+5)
**Proficiencies:** Saving Throws: Constitution +8, Charisma +9; Skills: Persuasion +9, Acrobatics +7
Damage Resistances: Psychic; Damage Immunities: Poison, Frightened; Condition Immunities: Charmed, Frightened
**Senses:** Darkvision 60 ft., Truesight 30 ft., Passive Perception 14
**Languages:** Understands Common and Abyssal but cannot speak
**Challenge Rating (CR):** 8
**Special Abilities:**
– **Spectral Influence:** As a bonus action, Soto can charm one creature he can see within 30 feet of him. The target must succeed on a DC 17 Wisdom saving throw or be charmed for 1 minute.
– **Blinding Flash (Recharge 5-6):** Soto can unleash a dazzling flash of light in a 30-foot radius. Creatures in that area must succeed on a DC 17 Constitution saving throw or be blinded until the end of their next turn.
**Actions:**
– **Multiattack:** Soto makes two attacks: one with his Spectral Strike and one with his Psychic Blast.
– **Spectral Strike:** +10 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 2d8 + 5 psychic damage. On a hit, the target must succeed on a DC 17 Wisdom saving throw or suffer disadvantage on their next attack roll.
– **Psychic Blast:** Ranged Spell Attack: +9 to hit, range 120 ft., one target. Hit: 3d10 + 5 psychic damage.
**Description:** Soto the Spectacular is a mesmerizing creature that appears as a blend of a humanoid and a swirling mass of ethereal energy. Originating from a realm where the fabric of reality intertwines with pure emotion, Soto embodies the spirit of competition and charisma. He often engages in battles of wits and agility, using his charm to manipulate opponents before striking with devastating psychic attacks. Soto prefers to toy with his foes, leaving them disoriented before delivering the final blow, all while exuding an aura of confidence reminiscent of a baseball superstar.