Gorg the Cyclops
Gorg the Cyclops: A Story of Solitude and Compassion
In The High Forest in The Sword Coast , there lives a solitary cyclops named Gorg. He is a towering figure, standing at least twelve feet tall with skin the color of weathered stone. His single eye is surprisingly gentle, and there is a sense of loneliness about him that seems to follow him wherever he goes. Gorg's backstory is a tragic one. He was once a valued member of his tribe, known for his kindness and compassion. He always put the needs of others before his own, and his fellow cyclopes respected him for it. However, his tribe was not as virtuous as he was. They were known for raiding nearby villages, stealing crops and livestock, and even attacking innocent travelers. One day, Gorg witnessed his tribe attack a group of travelers. He watched in horror as his fellow cyclopes killed the travelers and took their belongings. Gorg could not stay silent any longer. He confronted his tribe, urging them to stop their violent ways. But his words fell on deaf ears. The tribe accused him of being weak and soft, of caring too much about humans and not enough about his own kind. They banished him from the tribe, telling him never to return. Gorg wandered the forests alone, shunned by his own kind and rejected by humans who feared him. But he did not give up on his principles. He continued to help those he could, and he never lost his compassion for others. He believes that all creatures deserve to be treated with kindness and respect, regardless of their race or species. Now, Gorg lives a solitary life, but he is not entirely alone. He has befriended the animals of the forest, and they often come to him for help or companionship. He has also encountered travelers who have been lost or injured in the woods, and he has always been there to offer aid and guidance. Despite the hardships he has faced, Gorg remains optimistic. He hopes that one day he will find a place where he belongs, where he can be accepted for who he is and where he can continue to help others. Until then, he will continue to wander the forests, a gentle giant with a heart full of compassion.Gorg the Cyclops CR: 5
Large giant, chaotic good
Armor Class: 15 (natural armor)
Hit Points: 115 (10d10 + 60)
Speed:
40 ft
STR
22 +6
DEX
8 -1
CON
22 +6
INT
6 -2
WIS
10 +0
CHA
8 -1
Saving Throws: Str +9, Con +9, Wis +2
Skills: Perception +4, Survival +4
Senses: Passive Perception: 14
Languages: Common, Cyclops
Challenge Rating: 5
MONSTROUS ADVANTAGE:
Gorg can move objects and make melee attacks as if he were one size category larger.
KEEN SIGHT:
Gorg has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight.
GENTLE GIANT:
Despite his imposing size, Gorg is a gentle creature who believes in treating others with kindness and respect. He does not attack unless provoked and prefers to use nonlethal force when possible.
Actions
GREATCLUB:
Melee Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 18 ( 3d8+6 ) bludgeoning damage.
ROCK THROW:
Ranged Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, range 60/240 ft., one target. Hit: 21 ( 3d10+6 ) bludgeoning damage.
Reactions
DEFLECT MISSILES: If Gorg is targeted by a ranged weapon attack that he can see, he can use his reaction to deflect the missile with his greatclub, causing it to miss.
Gorg stands over 10 feet tall and has a muscular build. He has a single eye in the center of his forehead and shaggy brown hair that falls to his shoulders. He wears simple animal hides and carries a large wooden club. Despite his fearsome appearance, Gorg is a gentle giant who values kindness and compassion above all else. He has been banished from his tribe due to his belief that raiding nearby villages is wrong, and now wanders the countryside in search of a place where he can belong.
Suggested Environments
Forrest, Hills, Mountains
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