Varuka

Large celestial, lawful good
Armor Class: 19 (natural armor)
Hit Points: 285 (22d10 + 154)
Speed: 40 ft., fly 90 ft. (hover)

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STR	DEX	CON	INT	WIS	CHA
23 (+6)	20 (+5)	27 (+8)	16 (+3)	17 (+3)	20 (+5)

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Saving Throws: Str +12, Dex +11, Con +15, Wis +9, Cha +12
Skills: Perception +9, Insight +9, Acrobatics +11, Intimidation +12
Damage Resistances: Acid, Cold, Fire, Lightning
Damage Immunities: Poison; Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from nonmagical weapons
Condition Immunities: Charmed, Frightened, Poisoned
Senses: Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 19
Languages: Celestial, Common, Draconic
Challenge: 15 (13,000 XP)

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Lore

Varukas are celestial champions of Garuda, forged to hunt and destroy corruption wherever it festers. They are eternal enemies of evil Nāgas and malevolent dragons, descending from the skies on wings of fire to mete out divine justice.

Legends describe them as majestic, awe-inspiring warriors, cloaked in white feathers tipped with gold, wielding gleaming maces, and radiating a blinding celestial aura. While merciless to corrupt beings, Varukas show restraint toward noble serpents and good-aligned dragons, embodying both judgment and mercy.

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Traits

Flaming Wings. The Varuka’s wings are composed entirely of divine fire. While flying, it can strike all creatures within 10 ft. with a Flaming Wing attack, dealing 5d6 fire damage.

Divine Resistance. The Varuka has damage reduction 10 against attacks from evil-aligned creatures and resistance to nonmagical weapons.

Spellcasting. The Varuka is a 14th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Charisma (spell save DC 19, +12 to hit with spell attacks).

• At will: Detect Evil, Aid, Call Lightning, Charm Monster, Gust of Wind, Haste, Heal, Holy Smite, Lightning Bolt, Obscuring Mist, See Invisibility, Slow, Wind Wall
• 3/day: Chain Lightning

Eternal Hunter. The Varuka has advantage on attack rolls against serpentine creatures (including Nāgas) and evil-aligned dragons.

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Actions

Multiattack. The Varuka makes three attacks: one with its greatclub and two with its talons.

Greatclub of Impact and Dragon Bane. Melee Weapon Attack: +13 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 2d10 + 6 bludgeoning damage plus 2d10 radiant damage vs dragons.

Talon. Melee Weapon Attack: +12 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 1d6 + 6 slashing damage.

Beak. Melee Weapon Attack: +11 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 1d8 + 4 piercing damage.

Flaming Wings. Melee Weapon Attack: +10 to hit, reach 10 ft., all creatures within range. Hit: 5d6 fire damage.

Improved Grab & Rake. If the Varuka hits with both talons, it can grapple (escape DC 18). While grappling, it can rake: +12 to hit, 1d6 + 6 slashing per talon.

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Legendary Actions

The Varuka can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. Only one legendary action can be used at a time, and they reset at the start of its turn.

• Wing Strike. Make one Flaming Wing attack.
• Divine Smite. The Varuka expends one spell slot to cast Holy Smite (2d10 radiant damage in 20-ft radius, DC 19 Dex save for half).
• Gust of Heaven (Costs 2 Actions). Create a 30-ft line of wind; each creature must make a DC 19 Strength save or be pushed 20 ft. and knocked prone.

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Tactics

Varukas dominate the battlefield from the skies, using mobility, spells, and multiattack to strike multiple enemies at once. They prioritize serpentine foes and evil dragons, weakening spellcasters and leaders with spellcasting before engaging in melee. They employ Improved Grab & Rake to subdue particularly dangerous enemies while finishing with divine strikes from their greatclub. Varukas avoid prolonged combat with other celestials, striking decisively and retreating as necessary, maintaining their role as judgment incarnate.

Varuka

Large Outsider (Extraplanar, Good, Lawful)

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CR: 12 | XP: 9,600 | Alignment: Lawful Good | Type: Outsider (Extraplanar, Good) | Init: +5 | Senses: Darkvision 60 ft.; Perception +19

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DEFENSE

AC: 27, touch 14, flat-footed 22 (+5 Dex, +13 natural, –1 size)
HP: 210 (14d8+161)
Fort: +16 | Ref: +16 | Will: +11
DR: 10/good and chaotic | Immune: Disease, poison | Resist: Acid 10, Cold 10, Electricity 10, Fire 10 | Fast Healing: 5

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OFFENSE

Speed: 40 ft., fly 60 ft. (good)
Melee: +3 Large Greatclub of Impact and Dragon Bane +22 (2d8+12/19–20/x2), Talon +20 (1d6+6), Beak +17 (1d8+3), Wing +17 (5d6 fire)
Special Attacks: Improved Grab, Rake, Spell-Like Abilities

Spell-Like Abilities (CL 14th; caster level 14th): At will: detect evil, aid, call lightning, charm monster, charm person, detect chaos, gust of wind, haste, heal, holy aura, holy smite, lightning bolt, obscuring mist, see invisibility, slow, wind wall; 3/day: chain lightning

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STATISTICS

STR	DEX	CON	INT	WIS	CHA
23 (+6)	20 (+5)	24 (+7)	15 (+2)	15 (+2)	18 (+4)

Base Attack/Grapple +14/+24 | Skills: Balance +22, Bluff +21, Escape Artist +22, Intimidate +21, Knowledge (arcana) +19, Perception +19, Sense Motive +19, Spot +19, Survival +19, Use Rope +22 | Feats: Cleave, Dodge, Lightning Reflexes, Multiattack, Power Attack | Languages: Celestial, Common, Draconic

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SPECIAL ABILITIES

Flaming Wings (Ex): Wings are entirely composed of fire; striking all creatures within 10 ft. deals 5d6 fire damage.
Improved Grab (Ex): Grapple a creature with both talons as a free action without provoking attacks of opportunity.
Rake (Ex): While grappling with Improved Grab, two claw attacks deal 1d6+6 damage each.
Eternal Hunter (Ex): +4 to attack and damage against evil dragons and serpentine creatures (including Nāgas).

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TACTICS

Varukas dominate from the air, combining Flaming Wings to strike multiple foes with multiattack to focus on leaders and spellcasters. They employ Improved Grab and Rake for dangerous enemies and use spell-like abilities to control the battlefield and smite evil targets. Merciful toward noble serpents and good-aligned dragons, Varukas avoid prolonged combat with other celestials, striking decisively and retreating to superior positions as needed.

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ECOLOGY

Environment: Celestial aeries; descend to mountains, sacred sites, or concentrated evil.
Organization: Solitary or trio.
Treasure: Standard; carries +3 Large Greatclub of Impact and Dragon Bane.

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LORE

Forged by Garuda, King of All Avians, Varukas are eternal hunters of evil Nāgas and corrupt dragons, descending with blazing wings and golden-tipped feathers, wielding divine maces. Legends depict them as agents of justice, obliterating tyrants while sparing the worthy, their presence a sign of divine retribution in the skies.

Varuka

A large creature, half bird, half man, hovers in the sky above you. It wears loose white pants and has white plumage with golden tips. In its hands, it grips a massive gold and silver mace. Its wings are made entirely of flame.

Originally Posted by RAGNAROKISCOMING2007 of the Wizards Community forums.

Varukas are the creations of the King of all Avians, Garuda. They serve their creator by destroying evil, especially evil dragons. Unlike their master, the varuka are willing to work peacefully with good dragons if the need to do so ever presents itself.

Varukas stand 9 ft. tall and weigh 350 pounds. They speak Celestial, Common, and Draconic languages.

Varuka
Large outsider (extraplanar, good, lawful)
HD	14d8+98 (161 hp)
Initiative	+5
Speed	40 ft., Fly 60 ft. (good)
Armor Class	27 (+5 Dexterity, +13 natural, -1 size) touch 14, flat-footed 22
Base Attack/ Grapple	+14/+24
Attack	+3 Large Greatclub of impact and dragon bane +22 melee (2d8+12/19-20/x2), or talon +19 melee (1d6+6)
Full Attack	+3 Large Greatclub of impact and dragon bane +22/+17/+12/+7 melee (2d8+12/19-20/x2), and 2 talons +20 melee (1d6+6), and beak +17 melee (1d8+3), and 2 wings +17 melee (5d6 fire)
Space/Reach	10 ft./10 ft.
Special Attacks	Improved grab, rake, spell-like abilities
Special Qualities	Damage reduction 10/chaotic and good, Darkvision 60 ft., energy resistance 10 to acid, cold, electricity, and fire, fast healing 5, flaming wings, immunity to disease and poison
Saves	Fort +16, Ref +16, Will +11
Abilities	Strength 23, Dexterity 20, Constitution 24, Intelligence 15, Wisdom 15, Charisma 18
Skills	Balance +22, Bluff +21, Escape Artist +22, Intimidate +21, +19, Search +19, Sense Motive +19, Spot +19, Survival +19, Rope Use+22
Feats	Cleave, Dodge, lightning reflexes, Multi-Attack, Power Attack
Environment	Garuda’s Nest
Organization	Solitary or trio
CR	12
Treasure	+3 Large Greatclub of impact and dragon bane and Standard
Alignment	Lawful Good
Advancement	15-28 HD (large), 29-42 HD (huge)

Combat

Varukas love to fight evil whenever they get the chance, preferring to bash them with their +3 Large Greatclubs of impact and dragon bane.

Flaming Wings (Ex): A varuka’s wings are made completely out of fire. They allow the varuka to Fly and they deal 5d6 fire damage with each successful strike.

Improved Grab (Ex): If a varuka strikes a creature with both of its talons, it can attempt a grapple check. If successful, it establishes a hold and can rake with both of its talons.

Rake (Ex): Attack bonus +19 melee, damage 1d6+6.

Spell-Like Abilities: CL 14; DC 14 + spell level

• Always active –detect evil
• At will – aid, call lightning, charm monster, charm person, detect chaos, Gust of wind, haste, heal, holy aura, holy smite, lightning bolt, obscuring mist, see invisibility, slow, wind wall
• 3/day –chain lightning

Possessions:

Varukas always carry with them, +3 Large Greatclubs of impact and dragon bane