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Adult Green Dragon, lives in [[Cardum Swamp]], works with the brigands of [[Porvenir]].
{{Monster Statblock
|monster_name = Karul (DECEASED), Mate of Selena
|image = Karul.png
|size = Huge
|type = Dragon
|alignment = Lawful Evil
|ac = 19 (Natural Armor)
|hp = 207
|hit_dice = 18d12 + 90
|speed = 40 ft., fly 80 ft., swim 40 ft.
|str = 23
|dex = 12
|con = 21
|int = 18
|wis = 15
|cha = 17
|saving_throws = Dex +6, Con +10, Wis +7, Cha +8
|skills = Deception +8, Perception +7, Stealth +6
|damage_vulnerabilities = —
|damage_resistances = —
|damage_immunities = Poison
|condition_immunities = Poisoned
|senses = Blindsight 60 ft., Darkvision 120 ft., Passive Perception 17
|languages = Common, Draconic
|cr = 15
|xp = 13000
|traits = **Amphibious.** Karul can breathe air and water.
|actions = **Multiattack.** Karul makes three attacks: one with his bite and two with his claws.
* **Bite.** Melee Weapon Attack: +11 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (2d6 + 8) piercing damage plus 7 (2d6) poison damage.
* **Claw.** Melee Weapon Attack: +11 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 14 (2d6 + 8) slashing damage.
* **Poison Breath (Recharge 5-6).** Karul exhales poisonous gas in a 60-foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC 18 Constitution saving throw, taking 56 (16d6) poison damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
|legendary_actions_header = Legendary Actions
|legendary_actions = Karul can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. Only one legendary action option can be used at a time and only at the end of another creature's turn. Karul regains spent legendary actions at the start of his turn.
* **Detect.** Karul makes a Wisdom (Perception) check.
* **Tail Attack.** Melee Weapon Attack: +11 to hit, reach 15 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (2d6 + 8) bludgeoning damage.
* **Wing Attack (Costs 2 Actions).** Karul beats his wings. Each creature within 15 feet of Karul must succeed on a DC 19 Dexterity saving throw or take 12 (2d6 + 5) bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone. Karul can then fly up to half his flying speed.
|roleplaying_notes = Karul was the dominant male of the pair, manipulative, and deeply invested in exploiting the local humanoid politics to enrich his hoard and extend his influence. He was known to work with the brigands of [[Porvenir]], using them as a shield and a source of tributes. His mate, [[Selena]], remains active and dangerous.
|campaign = Ivae Orr
|appearance = A magnificent Adult Green Dragon, scarred from many years of predatory dominance. His scales were a deep, almost black green.
|voice_mannerisms = Spoke in a voice that sounded like grinding stone, rich with malice and condescending authority.
|bond = His mate, [[Selena]], and his vast, expanding hoard.
|ideal = Power – To rule over all life within his domain, seen and unseen.
|flaw = Underestimation – He often underestimated humanoids, which ultimately led to his downfall.
|info = Karul's lair is located deep within the [[Cardum Swamp]]. His activities with the [[Porvenir]] brigands made him a key figure in the regional conflict. **Historical Note:** Karul was defeated and killed by the Player Characters in an encounter near [[Wanborne]] on Flocktime 30, CY621.
|equipment = —
}}


Karul's mate [[Selena]] lives in the swamp.
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Latest revision as of 21:49, 13 October 2025



Karul (DECEASED), Mate of Selena

Huge Dragon, Lawful Evil


Armor Class 19 (Natural Armor) (natural armor)
Hit Points 207 (18d12 + 90)
Speed 40 ft., fly 80 ft., swim 40 ft.


STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
23 (+6) 12 (+1) 21 (+5) 18 (+4) 15 (+2) 17 (+3)

Saving Throws Dex +6, Con +10, Wis +7, Cha +8
Skills Deception +8, Perception +7, Stealth +6
Damage Vulnerabilities
Damage Resistances
Damage Immunities Poison
Condition Immunities Poisoned
Senses Blindsight 60 ft., Darkvision 120 ft., Passive Perception 17
Languages Common, Draconic
Challenge 15 (13000 XP)



**Amphibious.** Karul can breathe air and water.

Actions

    • Multiattack.** Karul makes three attacks: one with his bite and two with his claws.
  • **Bite.** Melee Weapon Attack: +11 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (2d6 + 8) piercing damage plus 7 (2d6) poison damage.
  • **Claw.** Melee Weapon Attack: +11 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 14 (2d6 + 8) slashing damage.
  • **Poison Breath (Recharge 5-6).** Karul exhales poisonous gas in a 60-foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC 18 Constitution saving throw, taking 56 (16d6) poison damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

Legendary Actions

Karul can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. Only one legendary action option can be used at a time and only at the end of another creature's turn. Karul regains spent legendary actions at the start of his turn.

  • **Detect.** Karul makes a Wisdom (Perception) check.
  • **Tail Attack.** Melee Weapon Attack: +11 to hit, reach 15 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (2d6 + 8) bludgeoning damage.
  • **Wing Attack (Costs 2 Actions).** Karul beats his wings. Each creature within 15 feet of Karul must succeed on a DC 19 Dexterity saving throw or take 12 (2d6 + 5) bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone. Karul can then fly up to half his flying speed.

Roleplaying Notes

Karul was the dominant male of the pair, manipulative, and deeply invested in exploiting the local humanoid politics to enrich his hoard and extend his influence. He was known to work with the brigands of Porvenir, using them as a shield and a source of tributes. His mate, Selena, remains active and dangerous.


Additional Info

Appearance A magnificent Adult Green Dragon, scarred from many years of predatory dominance. His scales were a deep, almost black green.
Voice/Mannerisms Spoke in a voice that sounded like grinding stone, rich with malice and condescending authority.
Bond His mate, Selena, and his vast, expanding hoard.
Ideal Power – To rule over all life within his domain, seen and unseen.
Flaw Underestimation – He often underestimated humanoids, which ultimately led to his downfall.
Info Karul's lair is located deep within the Cardum Swamp. His activities with the Porvenir brigands made him a key figure in the regional conflict. **Historical Note:** Karul was defeated and killed by the Player Characters in an encounter near Wanborne on Flocktime 30, CY621.
Equipment

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Karul (DECEASED), Mate of Selena