Buy me a coffeeSir Lysander of Camelot, the Black Knight
“Meet Sir Lysander of Camelot: The Mysterious Black Knight with Royal Blood and a Dark Destiny!”
- Alias: The Black Knight, The Nameless Knight
- Gender: Male
- Race: Human
- Occupation: Knight Errant
- Religion: Devout follower of the Celtic Pantheon
- Allies: The Faerie Knight (half-brother), Knights of the Round Table
- Enemies: Agents of darkness, those who seek to conceal the truth
- Abode/Base of Operations: Camelot, various mystical forests
- Nationality: Briton
- Languages: Old English, Latin
- Alignment: Lawful Good
- Affiliation(s): Knights of the Round Table, the quest for truth
- Significant Others: The Faerie Knight (half-brother), Lady Elowen (unrequited love)
Sir Lysander of Camelot also known as the Black Knight is a enigmatic figure in the realm of Arthurian legends. Born into royal lineage as the son of Tom a’ Lincoln and Anglitora, the daughter of the famed Prester John, his true name remains shrouded in mystery. This knightly figure’s tale is woven with intrigue and darkness, as he navigates a world filled with both his grand heritage and a shadowy destiny.
Character Description:
Lysander as the Black Knight is a complex character, bearing the dual burden of noble heritage and an eerie past. His demeanor is stoic and enigmatic, with eyes that hint at the weight of secrets carried through generations. He is known for his unwavering resolve and the enigmatic aura that surrounds him, leaving those who encounter him both intrigued and wary.
Fears and Motivations:
Lysander harbors a profound fear of the darkness within his own lineage and the consequences of his mother’s alleged actions. This fear propels him on a quest for truth and redemption. He seeks to unravel the mysteries of his family’s past and make amends for the bloodshed it may have caused. His pursuit of justice and a desire to rewrite the narrative of his family’s legacy drive him forward.
Ambitions:
Above all, Sir Lysander of Camelot the Black Knight seeks to achieve a sense of closure and vindication. He strives to clear his family’s name and honor the memory of his father, Tom a’ Lincoln. Alongside his half-brother, the Faerie Knight, Lysander embarks on adventures that may lead him to uncover long-hidden truths and ultimately rewrite the course of his destiny.
Lysander of Camelot, the Black Knight
Medium humanoid (human), lawful good
Armor Class 19 (Ebony Plate Mail) Hit Points 180 (19d8 + 95) Speed 30 ft.
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 (+3) | 14 (+2) | 18 (+4) | 12 (+1) | 16 (+3) | 18 (+4) |
Saving Throws Str +7, Con +9 Skills Athletics +7, Insight +7, Persuasion +8 Senses passive Perception 13 Languages Common, Celestial Challenge 15 (13,000 XP)
Heroic Resolve. Lysander can reroll a failed saving throw against being frightened or charmed, taking the second result.
Mystical Oath (1/Day). Lysander can invoke his mystical oath of the Black Knight as a bonus action, granting him the following benefits for 1 minute:
- Righteous Fury. Lysander’s melee weapon attacks deal an extra 2d8 radiant damage.
- Aura of Protection. Allies within 10 feet of Lysander gain a +4 bonus to saving throws.
Actions
Multiattack. Lysander makes three melee attacks: one with his Silver Sword and two with his Gauntlet of Justice.
- Silver Sword. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (1d8 + 3) slashing damage and 13 (2d8 + 4) radiant damage. If the target is an undead or fiend, it takes an additional 14 (4d6) radiant damage.
- Lance. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 12 (1d12 + 3) piercing damage.
- Commanding Presence. Lysander uses his presence and charisma to inspire his allies. All friendly creatures within 30 feet of Lysander gain advantage on their next saving throw.
Reactions
Parry. Lysander adds +4 to his AC against one melee attack that would hit him. To do so, Lysander must see the attacker and be wielding a melee weapon.
Legendary Actions
Lysander can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. Only one legendary action can be used at a time, and only at the end of another creature’s turn. Lysander regains spent legendary actions at the start of his turn.
Command Strike (Costs 2 Actions). Lysander makes a Silver Sword attack.
Radiant Resilience (Costs 2 Actions). Lysander gains resistance to all damage types until the start of his next turn.
Inspiring Presence (Costs 3 Actions). Lysander uses his Commanding Presence without expending a use of it.
Equipment
- Ebony Plate Mail: This finely crafted black plate mail provides an AC of 19 and is resistant to necrotic damage.
- Silver Sword: A radiant-infused longsword that deals additional damage to undead and fiends.
- Gauntlet of Justice: A gauntlet with an embedded radiant gem, dealing radiant damage to creatures of evil alignment.
Magic Items
- Aura of Camelot: This amulet grants Lysander advantage on saving throws against charm effects and provides him with truesight up to 60 feet.
- Shadowfax, the Loyal Steed: Lysander’s loyal warhorse has +2 AC, 60-foot movement, and can attack once per turn.
Lair Actions
When fighting within the mystical woods of Camelot, Lysander can take advantage of the terrain:
- Mystical Resonance. Lysander can use his Commanding Presence as a bonus action without expending a use of it.
- Call of the Forest. Lysander can summon an ancient treant to fight alongside him for 1 minute.
Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If Lysander fails a saving throw, he can choose to succeed instead.
Roleplaying Lysander: Lysander of Camelot is a noble and chivalrous knight, dedicated to protecting the realm and upholding justice. He is guided by a deep sense of duty, and his unwavering resolve inspires those who fight alongside him. Lysander’s ebony armor and radiant-imbued weapons make him a formidable adversary to those who threaten the realm, and his truesight allows him to pierce through illusions and deceit.
Shadowfax, the Loyal Steed
Large celestial, lawful good
Armor Class 15 (natural armor) Hit Points 76 (9d10 + 27) Speed 60 ft.
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 (+4) | 16 (+3) | 16 (+3) | 6 (-2) | 14 (+2) | 6 (-2) |
Skills Perception +4 Damage Resistances radiant; bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing from nonmagical attacks Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 14 Languages understands Common but can’t speak Challenge 4 (1,100 XP)
Celestial Nature. Shadowfax’s celestial nature grants it resistance to radiant damage and the ability to understand but not speak Common.
Magic Resistance. Shadowfax has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects.
Multiattack. Shadowfax makes two hoof attacks.
Hoof. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) bludgeoning damage.
Charge. If Shadowfax moves at least 20 feet straight toward a target and then hits it with a hoof attack on the same turn, the target takes an extra 11 (2d6 + 4) bludgeoning damage. If the target is a creature, it must succeed on a DC 14 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.
Actions
Blinding Radiance (Recharge 5-6). Shadowfax emits a blinding light in a 20-foot radius sphere centered on itself. Each creature in that area must make a DC 14 Constitution saving throw, taking 21 (6d6) radiant damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one. A creature that fails the saving throw is also blinded for 1 minute. A blinded creature can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success.
Healing Touch (3/Day). Shadowfax touches another creature with its celestial energy. The target magically regains 22 (4d8 + 4) hit points. Additionally, the target is freed from any curse, disease, poison, blindness, or deafness.
Currently in the World
Sir Lysander of Camelot, known as the Black Knight, stands tall and noble in his gleaming ebony armor adorned with intricate silver filigree. The armor is both protective and resplendent, a symbol of his unwavering dedication to the quest for truth. Beneath his dark helm, his eyes shine with determination, a stark contrast to the somber hues of his attire.
He is currently mounted on his loyal steed, Shadowfax, a majestic black destrier that matches the knight’s armor. They traverse a dense, ancient forest cloaked in the soft, dappled light of the setting sun. Tall, moss-covered trees surround them, their branches whispering secrets as the wind rustles through the leaves.
Sir Lysander’s mood is resolute, his heart filled with the noble purpose of uncovering hidden truths and defending the realm from darkness. His black gauntlet tightly grips the hilt of his gleaming silver sword, a legendary blade said to reveal secrets and vanquish deception. As he rides through the enigmatic woods, his unwavering determination shines through, a beacon of hope in a world shrouded in mystery and intrigue.