Goblin Assassin

Level 1 Horde Ambusher (Goblin, Humanoid)

Draw Steel: Monsters (Book Two)

Goblin Assassin is a level 1 horde ambusher (goblin, humanoid) for Draw Steel. It has 15 Stamina and an Encounter Value of 3.

Level
1
Organization
Horde
Role
Ambusher
Encounter Value
3
Size
1S
Speed
6
Stamina
15
Stability
0
Free Strike
2
Movement
Climb
Might
-2
Agility
+2
Reason
+0
Intuition
+0
Presence
-2

Traits

Crafty

The assassin doesn’t provoke opportunity attacks by moving.

Slip Away

The assassin can attempt to hide even while observed.

Actions

Sword Stab

Melee, Strike, Weapon

Main action · Melee 1 · Target: One creature or object

2d10 + 2

11 or lower
4 damage
12 to 16
6 damage
17 or higher
7 damage

If this ability gains an edge or has a double edge, it deals an extra 2 damage.

Shadow Chains

Magic, Ranged, Strike

Main action · Ranged 10 · Target: Three creatures

2d10 + 2

11 or lower
2 corruption damage; a<0] restrained (save ends)
12 to 16
4 corruption damage; a<1] restrained (save ends)
17 or higher
5 corruption damage; a<2] restrained (save ends)

Common questions

What level is Goblin Assassin in Draw Steel?

Goblin Assassin is a level 1 horde ambusher in Draw Steel.

What is Goblin Assassin's Encounter Value?

Goblin Assassin has an Encounter Value (EV) of 3, the number Draw Steel uses to budget encounters.

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