Goblin, Hill Champion

Family: Goblin

Small humanoid (goblinoid), neutral evil

Armor Class 17 (half plate)
Hit Points 33 (6d6 + 12)
Speed 30 ft.

STR	DEX	CON	INT	WIS	CHA
12 (+1)	16 (+3)	14 (+2)	9 (-1)	8 (-1)	10 (+0)

Skills Intimidation +2
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 9
Languages Common, Goblin
Challenge 2 (450 XP)

Special Traits

• Battled Hardened. The hill goblin champion has advantage on saving throws against being frightened.
• Nimble Escape. The hill goblin champion can take the Disengage or Hide action as a bonus action on each of its turns.

Actions

• Multiattack. The hill goblin champion makes three attacks with its spiked chain.
• Spiked Chain. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, range 10 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d8 + 3) piercing damage.

Reactions

• Slippery. If an attack on the hill goblin champion misses, it moves 5 feet away without provoking an opportunity attack.

About

Veterans of the fighting pits, champions are rare amongst goblins.

Most goblin fighters perish in their first bout against a wild beast or desperate slave, but those few that survive can become dangerously capable with a variety of exotic weapons and fighting techniques.