Perception +22; darkvision, scent (imprecise) 60 feet
Languages Celestial, Common, Draconic, Infernal
Skills Acrobatics +18, Athletics +22, Deception +21, Diplomacy +25, Intimidation +23, Occultism +18, Society +20, Stealth +18, Survival +20
Str +7, Dex +3, Con +5, Int +3, Wis +5, Cha +6
AC 31; Fort +22, Ref +18, Will +24; +1 status to all saves vs. magic
HP 195; Immunities paralyzed, sleep; Resistances mental 10
Frightful Presence (aura, emotion, fear, mental) 90 feet, DC 28
Violent Retort Trigger A creature within the sovereign dragon’s reach critically hits the dragon; Effect The sovereign dragon makes a claw or tail Strike against the creature, after applying all the effects of the critical hit to the dragon.
Speed 40 feet, fly 120 feet
Melee jaws +24 (reach 10 feet), Damage 2d8+13 piercing plus 2d6 mental
Melee claw +24 (agile), Damage 2d8+13 slashing plus Grab
Melee tail +24 (reach 20 feet), Damage 2d8+13 bludgeoning plus Grab
Occult Innate Spells DC 30; 6th
, (at will); 2nd (at will, good or evil only)Breath Weapon (evocation, mental, occult) The dragon unleashes a roar charged with psychic energy, dealing 12d6 mental damage in a 30-foot cone (DC 30 basic Will save). The dragon can’t use Breath Weapon again for 1d4 rounds.
Coiling Frenzy The dragon makes one claw Strike and one tail Strike in either order, each against the same target. If either Strike hits, the dragon automatically Grabs the target.
Constrict 2d8+10 bludgeoning, DC 26
Draconic Momentum The dragon recharges their Breath Weapon whenever they score a critical hit with a Strike.
Gleaming Armor (evocation, light, occult) Frequency once per hour; Effect The dragon’s golden armor glows with a protective golden light. The dragon gains a +2 status bonus to AC and resistance 10 to energy damage. Each enemy in a 20-foot emanation must succeed at a DC 30 Fortitude save or be dazzled. All these effects last until the end of the dragon’s next turn.
Sovereign Dragon
The most well-known of imperial dragons due to their deep involvement with mortals, the sovereign dragons’ name comes from their mandate of selecting rulers—but at some point, the dragons themselves joined the list of worthy candidates. Other imperial dragons suspect the sovereign dragons offered their connection to the elemental cycle to attain forbidden magic, evidenced by their lack of any vulnerability to wood or ability to feed on fire, despite being creatures of the earth.
Most hesitate to question the sovereigns’ authority. While some appreciate their impartial nature, others fault this adherence to neutrality. Regardless, the sovereign dragons’ charm and centuries of experience in subtle manipulation have made them exceptional negotiators.
Almost all sovereign dragons appear gold in color. Their hair ranges from common colors found among humans to bright reds, greens, or blues. They’re the only dragons with five digits per claw, a mark of special importance. Other imperial dragons dismiss this claim to status and instead tease the sovereign dragons over their need to wear armor, even while in their draconic forms.
Sovereign Dragon Spellcasters
Sovereign dragon spellcasters tend to cast the following spells.
Young Sovereign Dragon
Occult Prepared Spells DC 29, attack +23; 4th
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Occult Prepared Spells DC 36, attack +30; As young sovereign dragon, plus 6th
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Occult Prepared Spells DC 43, attack +38; As adult sovereign dragon, plus 9th
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