Champion

Champions are mighty warriors who honed their fighting skills in wars or gladiatorial pits. To soldiers and other people who fight for a living, champions are as influential as nobles, and their presence is courted as a sign of status among rulers.

Champion CR: 9 (5,000 XP)

Medium humanoid (any race), any

Armor Class: 18 (plate armor)

Hit Points: 143 (22d8 + 44)

Speed: 30 ft

STR

20 +5

DEX

15 +2

CON

14 +2

INT

10 +0

WIS

14 +2

CHA

12 +1

Saving Throws: Str +9, Con +6

Skills: Athletics +9, Intimidation +5, Perception +6

Senses: Passive Perception 16

Languages: Any one language (usually Common)

Challenge Rating: 9 (5,000 XP)

Indomitable (2/Day). The champion rerolls a failed saving throw.
Second Wind (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). As a bonus action, the champion can regain 20 hit points.

Actions

Multiattack. The champion makes three attacks with its greatsword or its shortbow.
Greatsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, reach 5 feet, one target. Hit: 2d6 + 5 slashing damage, plus 2d6 slashing damage if the champion has more than half of its total hit points remaining.
Shortbow. Ranged Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, range 80/320 feet, one target. Hit: 1d6 + 2 piercing damage, plus 2d6 piercing damage if the champion has more than half of its total hit points remaining.