Pecos Bill, King of the Cowboys

“The Legendary Cowboy: Pecos Bill, the Wild West Hero with Unmatched Feats!”

• Alias: Pecos Bill, King of the Cowboys
• Gender: Male
• Race: Human
• Occupation: Cowboy, Frontier Hero
• Religion: Varies (likely a blend of Native American spirituality and Western traditions)
• Allies: Widowmaker (his loyal horse), Slue-Foot Sue (romantic interest), fellow cowboys and frontiersmen
• Enemies: Outlaws, bandits, and those who threaten the innocent
• Abode/Base of Operations: Varies, but often depicted roaming the American frontier
• Nationality: American
• Languages: Common, Native American languages
• Alignment: Chaotic Good
• Affiliation(s): Cowboys, frontiersmen, and the spirit of the Wild West
• Significant Others: Slue-Foot Sue (romantic interest)

In the wild and untamed American frontier, there once roamed a legendary figure known as Pecos Bill. With a spirit as vast as the wide-open plains, Pecos Bill embodies the true essence of a cowboy and frontier hero. Standing tall and broad-shouldered, he possesses an air of unmatched confidence and a twinkle in his eyes that hints at his extraordinary adventures.

Pecos Bill is driven by a deep love for the land and an insatiable thirst for adventure. Raised by wild coyotes in the rugged wilderness, he learned to navigate the treacherous terrains and live in harmony with nature. With his trusty lasso by his side and his faithful steed, Widowmaker, beneath him, Pecos Bill roams the vast expanses of the frontier, seeking thrilling exploits and protecting the innocent.

His heart beats for justice, and he champions the rights of the underdogs, defending the helpless against the forces of greed and tyranny. Pecos Bill’s actions are fueled by a strong sense of honor and the desire to create a world where freedom and equality prevail. He dreams of a land where everyone can live in harmony, and his deeds and escapades inspire generations to come.

Whether it’s taming a tornado or outwitting a pack of bandits, Pecos Bill’s tales of bravery and derring-do have become the stuff of legends. Through his larger-than-life adventures, he aims to inspire others to embrace the spirit of the frontier and find their own courage to conquer the challenges that lie ahead.

Pecos Bill, the Legendary Cowboy

Medium humanoid (human), neutral good

Armor Class 16 (natural hide) Hit Points 175 (20d8 + 80) Speed 40 ft., fly 60 ft. (whirlwind)

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

Saving Throws Str +8, Dex +7, Cha +10 Skills Animal Handling +6, Athletics +8, Perception +6, Performance +10, Survival +6 Senses passive Perception 16 Languages Common Challenge 13 (10,000 XP)

Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If Pecos Bill fails a saving throw, he can choose to succeed instead.

Other Abilities

• Riding Mastery: Pecos Bill is an exceptional rider, gaining advantage on all ability checks and saving throws related to riding, as well as having advantage on Dexterity saving throws to avoid falling off a mount.
• Indomitable Spirit: Pecos Bill possesses an indomitable spirit that allows him to resist mental effects. He has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened.
• Legendary Endurance: Once per long rest, when Pecos Bill is reduced to 0 hit points but not killed outright, he can choose to drop to 1 hit point instead.
• True Marksman: Pecos Bill’s accuracy with firearms is unparalleled. He adds his proficiency bonus to the damage rolls of his enchanted six-shooter.
• Weather Manipulation: Pecos Bill has the ability to temporarily control the weather to some extent. Once per day, he can cast the control weather spell, using his Charisma as the spellcasting ability.
• Epic Rider: Pecos Bill’s riding skills are legendary. He can mount and control even the most challenging and unruly creatures, gaining advantage on all ability checks and saving throws related to riding such creatures.
• Whirlwind Riding: Pecos Bill can summon and ride a whirlwind. As an action, he can summon a Large whirlwind that appears in an unoccupied space within 60 feet of him. He can mount the whirlwind, allowing it to carry him while flying. While riding the whirlwind, Pecos Bill gains a flying speed of 60 feet and can move through other creatures and objects as if they were difficult terrain. Additionally, any creature that starts its turn within 5 feet of the whirlwind must succeed on a DC 16 Strength saving throw or take 7 (2d6) bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone.

Actions

Multiattack. Pecos Bill makes three attacks: two with his enchanted six-shooter and one with his trusty lasso.

Enchanted Six-shooter. Ranged Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, range 80/320 ft., one target. Hit: 12 (2d6 + 4) piercing damage.

Lasso. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 8 (1d6 + 4) bludgeoning damage, and the target must succeed on a DC 16 Strength saving throw or be restrained.

Legendary Actions

Pecos Bill 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. Pecos Bill regains spent legendary actions at the start of his turn.

• Draw and Fire. He makes one attack with his enchanted six-shooter.
• Cowboy’s Swagger. Pecos Bill taunts a creature within 30 feet, forcing it to make a DC 17 Wisdom saving throw or become frightened until the end of its next turn.
• Rope Whirlwind. He creates a swirling lasso of energy, making a ranged lasso attack against all creatures within a 20-foot radius. Each target hit must succeed on a DC 16 Dexterity saving throw or be restrained.
• Whirlwind Charge (Costs 2 Actions). Pecos Bill commands the whirlwind he is riding to charge forward in a straight line up to its flying speed. Each creature in the whirlwind’s path must succeed on a DC 16 Dexterity saving throw or take 14 (4d6) bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone.

Equipment

• Enchanted six-shooter (functions as a +1 revolver)
• Legendary lasso (grants advantage on checks to restrain creatures)

CR Calculation

Pecos Bill’s formidable combat skills, magical equipment, and legendary status make him a formidable challenge for adventurers. His ability to ride a whirlwind adds an extra layer of versatility to his arsenal, increasing his CR to 14.

Currently in the World

Pecos Bill is a rugged and charismatic figure, standing tall at around six feet with a lean and muscular build. His sun-kissed skin bears the marks of a life spent under the blazing western sun, while his deep brown eyes sparkle with a mix of adventure and mischief. Pecos Bill’s jet-black hair, typically adorned with a cowboy hat, falls in waves around his shoulders, framing a strong and weathered face.

Currently, Pecos Bill finds himself in the heart of the Wild West, riding across vast open plains on his trusty steed, Widowmaker. The expansive landscape stretches as far as the eye can see, with towering mesas and rocky canyons forming a majestic backdrop. The air is filled with the scent of dust and sagebrush, and the sound of whistling winds and the occasional distant howl of a coyote.

In this moment, Pecos Bill’s mood is one of exhilaration and freedom. He embraces the untamed wilderness as his home, constantly seeking new adventures and challenges to overcome. His eyes scan the horizon, always on the lookout for signs of trouble or a worthy opponent. Pecos Bill’s spirit is alive with the energy of the frontier, and he is ready to face any obstacle with his trademark blend of bravery, skill, and a touch of wild cowboy magic.