Sir Agravain “Knight of the Hard Hand”

Sir Agravain, a knight of the Round Table, known for his malice and villainous reputation, yet occasionally engaging in heroic deeds.

• Alias: Sir Agravain, Agravain of the Hard Hand
• Gender: Male
• Race: Human
• Occupation: Knight of the Round Table
• Religion: Christian / Celtic Pantheon
• Allies: King Arthur, Knights of the Round Table
• Enemies: Lancelot, Queen Guinevere
• Abode/Base of Operations: Camelot
• Nationality: British
• Languages: English, Old English
• Alignment: Lawful Evil
• Affiliation(s): Knights of the Round Table, Kingdom of Camelot
• Significant Others: None specified

Sir Agravain, a complex and conflicted knight of the Round Table, is driven by his desire to uphold chivalry and expose deception within Camelot. With a striking presence and sharp features, Agravain possesses a handsome visage that conceals a troubled soul. As a nephew of King Arthur and a son of King Lot and Morgause, he is entangled in a web of familial ties that both define and haunt him.

Agravain’s true character lies in stark contrast to his heroic brothers, Gawain and Gareth. While they embody nobility and honor, he carries a reputation tainted by malice and villainy. He is notorious for his outspoken enmity towards Queen Guinevere, driven by his discovery of her affair with Lancelot. Though his brothers, Gawain, Gaheris, and Gareth, attempt to dissuade him, Agravain conspires with his half-brother, Mordred, to expose the adulterous lovers.

Tragically, his pursuit of justice leads to his demise, defending Guinevere’s execution from Lancelot’s forces alongside Gaheris and Gareth. It is their deaths that ignite Gawain’s fierce wrath towards Lancelot, as he had previously warned Agravain against spying on him.

While Agravain engages in acts of villainy, such as the murders of Sir Lamorak and Sir Dinadan, there are instances where his actions display shades of nobility. He occasionally embarks on adventures and performs heroic deeds, contradicting the darkness that shrouds his reputation.

However, Agravain bears the burden of a deeply troubled soul, haunted by his own actions. He is known to have committed heinous acts, including the murder of his own mother and the slaying of a unicorn during his youth. Beneath his seemingly callous exterior lies a complex character, intelligent yet tormented, not entirely devoid of sympathy.

Sir Agravain is a tall and muscular knight with a commanding presence. He has a chiseled jawline and piercing blue eyes that betray a hint of mischief. His dark, unkempt hair falls to his shoulders, framing his face with an air of intensity. His armor is adorned with intricate engravings, showcasing his noble lineage, and he wields a formidable sword that glimmers in the sunlight. Despite his handsome appearance, there is a certain ruggedness to his features, hinting at the battles he has fought and the scars he has earned.

Driven by a mix of ambition, familial loyalty, and a distorted sense of justice, Sir Agravain navigates a precarious path, forever grappling with the duality of his nature as he strives to reconcile his actions with his ideals.

Sir Agravain, Knight of Malice

Medium humanoid (human), lawful evil

Armor Class: 18 (plate mail)

Hit Points: 180 (20d8 + 80)

Speed: 30 ft.

Strength	Dexterity	Constitution	Intelligence	Wisdom	Charisma
16	14	16	12	10	14
+3	+2	+3	+1	+0	+2

Saving Throws: Str +7, Dex +6, Con +7, Int +4

Skills: Athletics +7, Intimidation +6, Perception +4

Senses: passive Perception 14

Languages: English, Old English

Challenge: 14 (11,500 XP)

Dark Aura. Agravain emanates an aura of malevolence within a 30-foot radius. All enemies who start their turn within the aura must make a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or suffer disadvantage on attack rolls until the start of their next turn.

Actions

• Malicious Blade. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 12 (2d6 + 3) slashing damage.
• Ruthless Strike. Agravain makes two malicious blade attacks against a single target. If both attacks hit, the target must make a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or suffer an additional 14 (4d6) necrotic damage as Agravain’s blade drains their life force.
• Villainous Cunning (Recharge 5-6). He takes a cunning action. He can either take the Disengage or Hide action as a bonus action.

Reactions

Retributive Strike. When a creature within 5 feet of Agravain deals damage to him, he can make a malicious blade attack against that creature as a reaction.

Lair Actions

Malefic Whispers. Agravain uses a lair action to fill the area with dark whispers that unsettle his foes. All enemies within 30 feet of him must succeed on a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened for 1 minute. They can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of their turns, ending the effect on a success.

Equipment

Sir Agravain is equipped with plate mail armor and wields a malevolent blade, a wicked-looking longsword. He carries a blackened shield adorned with the emblem of his family, the Orkney clan. His armor and weapons are of superior craftsmanship and bear the marks of his nefarious deeds.

Spellcasting

Sir Agravain has access to the following spells:

• 1st level (3 slots): Command, Shield of Faith
• 2nd level (2 slots): Darkness, Hold Person

Legendary Actions

Sir Agravain can take 3 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. Sir Agravain regains spent legendary actions at the start of his turn.

• Malicious Strike. he makes one malicious blade attack.
• Dark Retribution. he uses his Retributive Strike reaction.
• Frightening Presence. He emits an intimidating aura. All creatures within 30 feet of Agravain must succeed on a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or become frightened for 1 minute. They can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of their turns, ending the effect on a success.
• Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If Agravain fails a saving throw, he can choose to succeed instead.

Description

Sir Agravain is a tall and imposing knight, with a muscular build and a cruel gaze. He wears a suit of gleaming plate mail adorned with intricate engravings of thorns and skulls. His long, dark hair flows freely down his back, and his face bears the faint scars of past battles. Agravain’s eyes, deep and piercing, seem to hold a malevolent spark that reflects his twisted nature.

Driven by a thirst for power and a dark sense of justice, he has gained a reputation as a villainous knight. Though he possesses the skills and valor of a true warrior, his malice and treachery set him apart from his heroic counterparts. Agravain’s ultimate goal is to seize control and manipulate the affairs of Arthur’s court to serve his own malevolent agenda. His actions, while sometimes tinged with a sense of righteousness, often veer into the realm of darkness, making him a fearsome foe to face on the battlefield.