Pinocchio, “The Living Parable of Truth and Transformation.”

“Unbelievable Transformation: From Wooden Puppet to Real Boy – Pinocchio’s Incredible Journey!”

• Alias: Pinocchio
• Gender: Male
• Race: Wooden Puppet (Magically Transformed into a Human)
• Occupation: Adventurer, Learner
• Religion: Unspecified (Not a prominent aspect of his character)
• Allies: Geppetto (Creator and Father Figure), Jiminy Cricket (Conscience and Guide), Blue Fairy (Magical Protector)
• Enemies: The devious puppeteer Stromboli, the deceitful fox and cat, and other adversaries encountered during his adventures.
• Abode/Base of operations: Varies throughout his adventures, including Geppetto’s workshop, Pleasure Island, and various other locations.
• Nationality: Italian (Story origin)
• Languages: Italian (Primary), but learns to speak various languages during his adventures.
• Alignment: Initially Chaotic Neutral (due to naivety), gradually shifts toward Chaotic Good as he learns moral lessons.
• Affiliation(s): No formal affiliations, but he is associated with Geppetto, the Blue Fairy, and various characters he meets on his adventures.
• Significant others: Geppetto (Creator and Father Figure)

Pinocchio, a remarkable wooden puppet carved by the skilled hands of Geppetto, embarks on an extraordinary journey filled with trials and lessons. He stands as a symbol of curiosity and innocence, navigating a world full of temptations and adversities.

As a character, Pinocchio’s most profound fear is his yearning to become a real boy, driven by his heartfelt desire to be accepted and loved. To achieve this, he embarks on a quest to prove his worthiness and moral growth, guided by the wisdom of his conscience, Jiminy Cricket. Along the way, he encounters a myriad of characters, both good and bad, and learns valuable life lessons about honesty, integrity, and the consequences of one’s choices.

With each challenge he faces, Pinocchio seeks to transform himself into a genuine, living boy, not just for his own sake but also to bring joy and fulfillment to Geppetto, the kind-hearted puppeteer who crafted him with love. His story serves as a timeless reminder that the path to becoming a real and noble person is paved with self-discovery and the choices one makes in the face of adversity.

Pinocchio

Medium construct (shapechanger), Initially Chaotic Neutral (due to naivety), gradually shifts toward Chaotic Good as he learns moral lessons.

Armor Class 14 (natural armor) Hit Points 60 (8d8 + 24) Speed 30 ft.

STR	DEX	CON	INT	WIS	CHA
10 (+0)	14 (+2)	16 (+3)	10 (+0)	12 (+1)	16 (+3)

Skills Acrobatics +4, Deception +5, Performance +5 Senses Darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 11 Languages Common Challenge 4 (1,100 XP)

Shapechanger. Pinocchio can use an action to magically polymorph into a young human boy or return to his puppet form. His statistics remain the same in each form, except his size and appearance change accordingly.

Wooden Resilience. Pinocchio has advantage on saving throws against being frightened and charmed.

Innocence. When Pinocchio makes a Deception check to tell a lie, he does so with advantage.

Nose Growth. Whenever he intentionally tells a falsehood, his nose grows by 1 foot in length. The nose returns to its normal size when he tells the truth.

Actions

• Wooden Punch. Melee Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) bludgeoning damage.
• Truthful Plea (Recharge 5-6). Pinocchio can use his innate magic to attempt to persuade a creature to tell the truth. The creature within 30 feet must make a DC 14 Wisdom saving throw or be compelled to speak the truth for one minute.
• Magical Transformation (Recharge 4-6). Pinocchio can transform into his human boy form or return to his puppet form.

Reactions

Loyal Protector. When a creature Pinocchio can see within 30 feet of him is targeted by an attack, Pinocchio can use his reaction to interpose himself, taking the attack’s damage instead of the target.

Legendary Actions

Pinocchio can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. He can take only one legendary action at a time and only at the end of another creature’s turn. Pinocchio regains spent legendary actions at the start of his turn.

• Childlike Charm. Pinocchio casts Friends at will without expending a spell slot.
• Polymorph (Costs 2 Actions). Pinocchio uses his Shapechanger ability to transform into his human boy form or back into his puppet form.
• Inspiring Story (Costs 2 Actions). Pinocchio tells an inspiring story about his transformation and growth, granting all allies within 30 feet advantage on their next saving throw.

Equipment

• Wooden Body. Pinocchio’s wooden body is considered a simple weapon for the purpose of being used as an improvised weapon.

Magic Items

• The Blue Fairy’s Blessing. Pinocchio is attuned to a magical amulet bestowed by the Blue Fairy. This amulet grants him the ability to use Polymorph once per day without expending a spell slot.

Currently in the World

Pinocchio, at this moment, retains his original appearance as a wooden puppet carved from enchanted wood. His wooden body exudes rustic charm, boasting a warm, honey-brown hue with grains and swirls that dance across his surface like miniature whirlwinds.

Currently, he’s dressed in the humble attire of a simple marionette, adorned in a brightly colored jacket, an oversized bow tie, and tiny, well-worn shoes. His clothing retains the quaint simplicity befitting a puppet brought to life by magic.

Pinocchio’s mood is a mix of curiosity and excitement. He stands amidst a whimsical, storybook landscape, where oversized flowers, talking animals, and fantastical creatures populate the scene. The setting is a fantastical forest with towering trees and enchanted glades, where each tree seems to whisper secrets, and every stream seems to have a tale to tell.

As a wooden puppet, Pinocchio’s expressions are limited to his carved features, but his bright, painted eyes sparkle with inquisitiveness and wonder. His perpetual grin carries a hint of mischief and optimism, a reflection of his adventurous spirit and his ongoing quest for transformation into a real, living boy.