Sir Charles Sedley, 5th Baronet, Poet, Dramatist, and Libertine

Sir Charles Sedley, 5th Baronet is a wealthy and flamboyant English poet and playwright known for his wit and scandalous behavior.

• Alias – None
• Gender – Male
• Race – Human
• Occupation – Aristocrat, poet, and playwright
• Religion – Church of England
• Allies – Other members of the English nobility and prominent literary figures of his time
• Enemies – None specifically, but his licentious behavior and scandalous reputation made him unpopular with some members of society
• Abode/ Base of operations – Sedley family estate in Aylesford, Kent, and various properties in London
• Nationality – British
• Languages – English, French, and Latin
• Alignment – Chaotic Neutral
• Affiliation(s) – Royal Society, Kit-Cat Club
• Significant others – Several mistresses throughout his life, including actress Nell Gwyn.

Sir Charles Sedley, 5th Baronet, is a well-known figure in the upper echelons of English society. He is a man of great wealth, good looks, and impeccable manners. His family has been part of the aristocracy for generations, and he is determined to maintain their position of power and influence in society. Despite his privileged upbringing, Charles is a kind and compassionate man who cares deeply about the welfare of others, particularly those less fortunate than himself.

Physically, Sir Charles Sedley, 5th Baronet, stands tall at six feet, with a broad-shouldered, athletic build. He has a strong jawline, sharp cheekbones, and a nose that is slightly crooked from an old injury. His piercing blue eyes seem to sparkle with intelligence and wit, and his thick, chestnut-brown hair is styled in a fashionable manner. Sir Sedley’s impeccable sense of fashion is evident in his attire, which usually consists of tailored suits and silk cravats, finished off with a pair of polished leather boots. Despite his refined appearance, there is a ruggedness to him that suggests he is no stranger to outdoor activities.

Though Sir Charles is a man of many accomplishments, he is perhaps best known for his poetry and wit. His clever verses and bawdy jokes are the talk of London’s literary circles, and he is frequently invited to read his work at salons and other gatherings. However, despite his love of poetry and the arts, Sir Charles is a shrewd businessman at heart, and is always looking for ways to expand his family’s wealth and influence. Above all else, he wants to secure his family’s place in society and leave a lasting legacy for future generations.

Sedley was reputed as a notorious rake and libertine, part of the “Merry Gang” of courtiers which included the Earl of Rochester and Lord Buckhurst.

Sir Charles Sedley, 5th Baronet

Medium humanoid (human), neutral evil

Armor Class: 16 (breastplate, shield) Hit Points: 152 (16d8 + 64) Speed: 30 ft.

STR 16 (+3) DEX 14 (+2) CON 18 (+4) INT 15 (+2) WIS 12 (+1) CHA 20 (+5)

Skills: Arcana +5, Deception +9, History +5, Insight +4, Persuasion +9 Senses: passive Perception 11 Languages: Common, Latin, French Challenge Rating: 12 (8,400 XP)

Actions

• Rapier. Melee Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 8 (1d8+4) piercing damage plus 7 (2d6) poison damage.
• Eldritch Blast. Ranged Spell Attack: +9 to hit, range 120 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (1d10+5) force damage.
• Dominate Person. (1/day) One humanoid that Sir Charles can see within 60 feet of him must succeed on a DC 17 Wisdom saving throw or be magically charmed by him for 1 day or until Sir Charles or his allies do anything harmful to it. While charmed, the target obeys Sir Charles’s commands.

Legendary Actions Sir Charles 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 Charles regains spent legendary actions at the start of his turn.

• Rapier Attack. Sir Charles makes one rapier attack.
• Eldritch Blast. Sir Charles casts Eldritch Blast.
• Disengage. Sir Charles uses the Disengage action.

Equipment Breastplate, shield, rapier, dagger, 2 vials of poison, book of arcane lore, signet ring, noble clothing, and 250 gp.

Abilities

• Poison Expert. Sir Charles is an expert in poisons and can create them using alchemy tools.
• Master Manipulator. Sir Charles has advantage on all Deception and Persuasion checks.
• Arcane Knowledge. Sir Charles has extensive knowledge of arcane magic and can cast the following spells: Detect Magic, Disguise Self, Mage Hand, and Misty Step.
• Charming Personality. Sir Charles has advantage on all Charisma checks made against humanoids.

Note: This stat block is tailored to Sir Charles Sedley as a historical figure and does not incorporate any mythical or fictional elements. The CR level is an estimate and can be adjusted based on party strength and encounter design.