Red Cloud, the Fierce Chief

“Red Cloud: The Fierce Lakota Chief Who Stood Defiant!”

• Alias – Red Cloud
• Gender – Male
• Race – Human
• Occupation – Tribal Leader
• Religion – Native American Spirituality
• Allies – Lakota Sioux Nation
• Enemies – Army and Settlers
• Abode/Base of operations – The Great Plains
• Nationality – Lakota Sioux
• Languages – Lakota Sioux
• Alignment – Chaotic Good
• Affiliation(s) – Lakota Sioux Tribe
• Significant Others – Family and Tribe Members

Red Cloud, a prominent Lakota Sioux leader, emerges as a resilient and wise character in the turbulent times of westward expansion in north America. He’s a man deeply connected to his Lakota Sioux heritage, fiercely protecting his people’s way of life amidst the encroachment of settlers and government.

Character Description: Red Cloud embodies the spirit of a warrior and a protector. He’s a tall and imposing figure, known for his fiery red hair that earned him his name. Dressed in traditional buckskin garments adorned with intricate beadwork and feathers, he carries himself with an air of authority and wisdom.

Fears: He fears the loss of his people’s ancestral lands, the fragmentation of his tribe, and the erosion of their cultural traditions. He dreads the encroachment of settlers, the spread of disease, and the violence inflicted upon his tribe.

Motivations: Red Cloud’s actions are driven by a profound desire to preserve Lakota Sioux heritage and secure a future for his people. He strives to resist incursions into Lakota territory, maintain peace within his tribe, and protect their way of life from being extinguished by outside forces.

Goals: Above all, Red Cloud seeks to negotiate favorable terms, ensuring the safety and sovereignty of his people. He aspires to forge alliances with other indigenous nations, uniting them against the common threat of colonization. His ultimate goal is to secure a land where his tribe can thrive without sacrificing their cultural identity.

Red Cloud, Lakota Chieftain

Medium humanoid (human), Chaotic Good

Armor Class 15 (Buffalo Hide Armor) Hit Points 110 (20d8 + 20) Speed 30 ft.

STR	DEX	CON	INT	WIS	CHA
14 (+2)	16 (+3)	12 (+1)	14 (+2)	16 (+3)	18 (+4)

Skills History +6, Perception +5 Senses passive Perception 15 Languages Lakota, Common Challenge 10 (5,900 XP)

Brave. Red Cloud has advantage on saving throws against being frightened.

Leadership. As a bonus action, Red Cloud can inspire his allies within 30 feet of him. They gain advantage on the next attack roll or saving throw they make within the next minute.

Multiattack. Red Cloud makes two melee attacks.

• War Lance. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (1d10 + 3) piercing damage.
• Tomahawk. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d8 + 3) slashing damage.
• Battle Cry (Recharge 5-6). He lets out a fearsome battle cry. Each creature of his choice within 60 feet of him that can hear him and is friendly to him gains advantage on attack rolls and saving throws until the start of Red Cloud’s next turn.

Tactical Genius. He is a brilliant strategist. He has advantage on Intelligence (History) checks related to military tactics and warfare.

Actions

Sun Dance. He begins a spiritual ritual known as the Sun Dance, which lasts for 1 minute. While dancing, he and his allies within 30 feet gain temporary hit points equal to their Charisma modifier at the start of each of their turns. Additionally, they can reroll one failed saving throw or attack roll during this time. Once used, this ability cannot be used again until Red Cloud completes a long rest.

Legendary Actions

Red Cloud can take 2 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. Only one legendary action option can be used at a time, and only at the end of another creature’s turn. Red Cloud regains spent legendary actions at the start of his turn.

• Attack. He makes one War Lance or Tomahawk attack.
• Inspire. He uses his Leadership feature.
• Disengage. He takes the Disengage action.

Equipment

• War Lance
• Tomahawk
• Buffalo Hide Armor
• Tribal Jewelry (non-magical)
• Medicine Bag (non-magical)
• War Paint (non-magical)

Roleplaying Notes Red Cloud is a legendary Lakota chieftain known for his military prowess and leadership during Red Cloud’s War. He is a strategic thinker, always one step ahead of his enemies. He values his people’s traditions and is deeply connected to the spirits of the land. Red Cloud is known for his bravery in battle and his ability to inspire those who fight alongside him.

Currently in the World

Red Cloud stands tall and proud, his weathered face etched with years of wisdom and resilience. His strong and sinewy build reflects a lifetime spent on the vast Great Plains. Dressed in traditional Lakota Sioux attire, he wears a finely crafted buckskin tunic adorned with intricate beadwork in earthy tones, symbolizing his connection to the land. A feathered headdress graces his head, each feather earned through acts of bravery and leadership.

Currently, Red Cloud is engaged in a council meeting beneath the endless sky of the Great Plains, seated on a buffalo-hide mat. Around him, tribal elders and warriors gather, seeking his guidance. The surroundings are serene, with the gentle rustling of tall prairie grasses and the distant call of a hawk. His mood is one of determination, as he contemplates the challenges that face his people and the future of their ancestral lands.