Sir Gawain, Knight of the Round Table

Medium humanoid (human), lawful good

Challenge: 15 (13,000 XP)
Proficiency Bonus: +5
Armor Class: 21 (plate armor, shield of virtue)
Hit Points: 212 (25d8 + 100)
Speed: 30 ft.

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Abilities

STR	DEX	CON	INT	WIS	CHA
20 (+5)	14 (+2)	18 (+4)	12 (+1)	16 (+3)	20 (+5)

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Saving Throws

Str +10, Con +9, Wis +8, Cha +10

Skills

Athletics +10, Insight +8, Persuasion +10, Religion +6, Perception +8

Damage Resistances

Radiant; Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from nonmagical attacks

Condition Immunities

Charmed, Frightened

Senses

Passive Perception 18

Languages

Common, Celestial, Old Sylvan (a poetic dialect of the Feywild)

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Divine Knight’s Oath

Sir Gawain is a Paladin of Honor. His divine aura manifests in his presence and conduct.

• Aura of Valor. Allies within 10 feet cannot be frightened and gain a +2 bonus to saving throws against charm and fear.
• Knight of Courtesy. He cannot attack a creature that has not attacked or harmed him or his allies unless a test of virtue is declared (DM’s discretion).

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Actions

Multiattack.

Sir Gawain makes three attacks with Galatine, his radiant longsword.

Galatine (Longsword of the Sun)

Melee Weapon Attack: +10 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target.
Hit: 10 (1d8 + 5) slashing damage + 9 (2d8) radiant damage.

On a critical hit, Galatine emits a radiant burst. All hostile creatures within 10 ft. must succeed on a DC 17 Constitution saving throw or be blinded until the end of their next turn.

Shield of Virtue (1/Day)

Sir Gawain raises his shining shield, invoking his chivalric spirit. Until the start of his next turn:

• He gains resistance to all damage.
• Allies within 20 ft. gain temporary hit points equal to 10 + his Charisma modifier (15 total).
• Enemies that strike him in melee take 5 radiant damage.

Test of Honor (Recharge 5–6)

Sir Gawain calls out to a single opponent, challenging them to single combat. That creature must make a DC 18 Wisdom saving throw or be magically compelled to duel Gawain for 1 minute (as per compelled duel, but without requiring concentration). During this time:

• The target has disadvantage on attacks against creatures other than Gawain.
• Gawain cannot attack any other target.
• If either side is reduced to 0 HP or the duel ends prematurely (DM’s discretion), Gawain may choose to spare the foe and deliver a judgment.

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Bonus Actions

Second Wind (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest)

Sir Gawain regains 25 hit points.

Lay on Hands

Sir Gawain can use his Lay on Hands pool (100 HP) to heal himself or allies as a bonus action (up to 20 HP per use).

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Reactions

Paragon of Chivalry

When a creature Gawain can see within 10 feet is targeted by an attack, he may impose disadvantage on the attack roll if the target is an ally or innocent bystander.

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Legendary Actions (3/round)

Sir Gawain 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.

• Radiant Step. Gawain moves up to half his speed without provoking opportunity attacks.
• Holy Strike. He makes one Galatine attack.
• Call to Honor (Costs 2 Actions). Gawain targets a creature that can hear him within 30 feet. The creature must succeed on a DC 18 Charisma saving throw or be charmed until the end of its next turn. While charmed in this way, the target cannot willingly attack or harm Gawain.

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Tactics & Combat Style

Sir Gawain doesn’t seek combat unless honor, loyalty, or protection of the innocent demands it. He will:

• Issue a formal challenge before combat when possible.
• Use Test of Honor to isolate the most threatening foe.
• Protect allies using Shield of Virtue and Paragon of Chivalry.
• Use Radiant Step and Holy Strike for mobility and consistent pressure.
• Spare fallen foes if they fought bravely or showed remorse.

In a test-style encounter, defeating Gawain in honorable combat may earn his respect, an alliance, or divine insight.

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Mounted Variant: Sir Gawain, Knight of the Round Table (Mounted)

When mounted on his celestial warhorse, Gringalet, Sir Gawain gains the following additional features:

Gringalet, Celestial Warhorse

Large celestial, lawful good

AC 18 | HP 90 | Speed 60 ft.
Str 20 (+5), Dex 14 (+2), Con 16 (+3), Int 6 (-2), Wis 12 (+1), Cha 10 (+0)

• Trampling Charge. If the horse moves at least 20 feet straight toward a creature and then hits it with a hooves attack on the same turn, that target must succeed on a DC 16 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone. If the target is prone, the horse can make another attack with its hooves against it as a bonus action.
• Celestial Mount. Radiates bright light in a 10-foot radius and dim light for an additional 10 feet. Can move through difficult terrain as if it were normal terrain and cannot be frightened.
• Mounting Gawain. While Gawain is mounted:
  • He gains Advantage on melee weapon attacks against creatures smaller than his mount.
  • He may replace one attack from his Multiattack with a Lance Charge (see below).
  • Movement speed becomes 60 ft.

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Lance of Chivalry (Lance Attack, Mounted Only)

Melee Weapon Attack: +10 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target.
Hit: 14 (2d6 + 5) piercing damage + 9 (2d8) radiant damage.

If Gawain moved at least 20 feet straight toward the target before this attack, the target must succeed on a DC 18 Constitution saving throw or be stunned until the end of its next turn.

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Mounted Combat Tactics

• Open Field Domination. Gawain uses Lance Charge and Trampling Charge in tandem to control space.
• Radiant Cavalier. He uses Radiant Step or Gringalet’s speed to weave through enemies, never lingering in one place.
• Defender’s Reach. His 10-foot reach while mounted allows him to keep enemies at bay, punishing those who try to close distance.

Sir Gawain, Knight of the Round Table

CR 15
Male human paladin (oath of chivalry) 14 / mythic tier 1
LG Medium humanoid (human)

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Defense

AC 30, touch 11, flat-footed 29 (+12 armor, +1 Dex, +3 shield, +2 deflection, +2 sacred)
hp 195 (14d10+98)
Fort +17, Ref +9, Will +15
Defensive Abilities aura of courage, divine grace, divine health, mythic resilience
Immune disease, fear, charm effects (via aura of valor)
Resist 10 radiant (vs. celestial damage types, mythic feature)

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Offense

Speed 30 ft. (40 ft. when mounted)
Melee

• +3 Holy Longsword “Galatine” +23/+18/+13 (1d8+8 plus 2d6 holy damage, 19–20/x2)
• or +3 Lance +23/+18/+13 (1d8+8, 20/x3, reach, while mounted)

Special Attacks

• Smite Evil (6/day, +5 attack, +14 damage, bypass DR, deflection bonus to AC vs. target)
• Lay on Hands (10/day, 70 hp total, swift action self)
• Divine Bond (Mount) – Gringalet, celestial warhorse
• Test of Virtue (Su) – Once per day, challenge a foe to single combat (as compelled duel, Will DC 20, no concentration required)
• Shield of Virtue (Su) – 1/day, grant allies within 20 ft. 15 temp HP and DR 5/evil for 1 round. Enemies striking him take 5 holy damage.
• Channel Positive Energy (3/day, 7d6, DC 17)

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Spell-Like Abilities (Paladin CL 10th)

At will – detect evil
3/day – divine favor, bless, heroism
2/day – lesser restoration, shield other
1/day – mark of justice, holy sword

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Statistics

Str 20, Dex 13, Con 16, Int 10, Wis 14, Cha 22
Base Atk +14; CMB +19; CMD 30
Feats Mounted Combat, Ride-By Attack, Spirited Charge, Power Attack, Weapon Focus (longsword), Improved Initiative, Leadership, Extra Lay on Hands
Mythic Feat Mythic Power Attack
Skills Ride +18, Diplomacy +22, Sense Motive +18, Knowledge (nobility) +10, Handle Animal +15
Languages Common, Celestial, Sylvan

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Aura

Aura of Good, Aura of Courage (10 ft.), Aura of Resolve (immune to charm), Aura of Honor (Su) – Allies within 10 ft. gain +2 morale bonus on saves vs. compulsion, fear, and charm effects.

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Special Qualities

• Code of Chivalry – Gawain must show mercy, defend the innocent, and never strike a foe from behind or without cause. Breaking the code causes loss of divine abilities until atonement.
• Oath of Chivalry (Custom Oath) – Gains shield other, test of virtue, and shield of virtue as oath powers.

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Gringalet, Celestial Warhorse

LG Large outsider (celestial)
Mount (Divine Bond), CR 6 companion equivalent

AC 24, touch 13, flat-footed 21
hp 90 (10d10+30)
Speed 50 ft.
Melee 2 hooves +14 (1d6+5), bite +9 (1d4+2)
Special Attacks Trample (2d6+5, DC 18), Smite Evil 1/day
Abilities Str 20, Dex 16, Con 17, Int 6, Wis 14, Cha 11
SQ Celestial resistances, DR 5/evil, SR 17
Feats Endurance, Improved Initiative, Toughness, Run
Skills Perception +10, Survival +9, Acrobatics +6

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Tactics

Before Combat: Cast heroism and divine favor, summon Gringalet, use holy sword on Galatine if entering a dire battle.
During Combat:

• Opens with Smite Evil and charges on Gringalet with Ride-By Attack.
• Uses Lay on Hands to self-heal or revive allies as needed (swift action).
• Will Test of Virtue against the strongest or most honorable foe to draw their attention.
• Activates Shield of Virtue when overwhelmed or to turn the tide in group combat.
• Channels energy only in dire moments or when undead are involved.

Morale: Gawain never flees, but will offer mercy to any who surrender or show contrition. If reduced below 25% HP and unable to win honorably, he yields.

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Treasure

• +3 Holy Longsword “Galatine” (counts as holy sword when activated)
• +3 Full Plate, +2 Shield of Virtue (grants Shield Other 1/day)
• Ring of Protection +2, Cloak of Resistance +3, Belt of Giant Strength +2
• Potion of Heroism, Scroll of Atonement, Writ of Knighthood (grants audience with a lawful good king)