Crime Boss

Stat block

Cha

16

Con

18

Dex

14

Int

16

Str

18

Wis

16

Speed

Walk: 30

Senses

passive Perception 16

Skills

Insight: 6; Stealth: 5; Deception: 6; Perception: 6; Persuasion: 6; Intimidation: 6

Actions

• Multiattack. The boss attacks three times with their shortsword.
• Shortsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d6 + 4) piercing damage.
• Dagger. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d4 + 4) piercing damage.
• Mark for Death. The boss targets a creature within 30 feet that can see or hear them. For 1 minute or until the boss threatens a different target the target takes an extra 7 (2d6) damage whenever the boss hits it with a weapon attack.

Languages

any two

Reactions

• Command Bodyguard. When the boss would be hit by an attack, they command an ally within 5 feet to use its reaction to switch places with the boss. The ally is hit by the attack instead of the boss.
• Offhand Dagger. When missed by an attack, the boss makes a dagger attack.