Kornast, Druid of Knurl

Medium Humanoid (Human), True Neutral

Armor Class 13 (Leather Armor) (natural armor)
Hit Points 78 (12d8 + 24)
Speed 30 ft.

STR	DEX	CON	INT	WIS	CHA
10 (0)	14 (+2)	14 (+2)	12 (+1)	18 (+4)	10 (0)

Saving Throws Int +4, Wis +7
Skills Medicine +6, Nature +6, Perception +6, Survival +8
Damage Vulnerabilities —
Damage Resistances —
Damage Immunities —

Senses Passive Perception 16
Languages Common, Druidic, Sylvan, Flannae
Challenge 5 (1800 XP)

**Spellcasting.** Kornast is a 9th-level spellcaster. His spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC 15, +7 to hit with spell attacks). He has the following Druid spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): *druidcraft, mending, produce flame* 1st level (4 slots): *entangle, fog cloud, healing word* 2nd level (3 slots): *spike growth, pass without trace* 3rd level (3 slots): *call lightning, plant growth* 4th level (3 slots): *blight, grasping vine* 5th level (1 slot): *tree stride* **Wild Shape (2/Short or Long Rest).** Kornast can use an action to magically assume the shape of a beast of CR 1 or lower. He can stay in this form for up to 4 hours.

Actions

- Staff of Twisted Oak.** Melee Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 3 (1d6) bludgeoning damage plus 7 (2d6) poison damage (from prepared coatings).

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Roleplaying Notes

Kornast is highly concerned with the movement of the undead army, seeing it as a massive unnatural disruption to the cycle of life. He may cooperate with the party if they prove their ability to destroy the undead quickly, but he will not tolerate any lasting damage to the forest or excessive clearing of wildlands. He speaks bluntly, prioritizing the practical needs of the balance over sentiment.

Additional Info

Appearance Sturdy human, weathered face, cloaked in furs and moss. Tattoos resemble leaf veins.
Voice/Mannerisms Low, gravelly, and blunt. Constantly observing the natural world.
Bond The health of his home forest and the sanctity of the Wild Lands of the Flanaess.
Ideal The Balance. Nature is eternal; civilization is temporary.
Flaw Uncompromising. He will sacrifice individuals or small communities if he believes it serves the greater good of the natural world.
Info A powerful druid from the Gnarley Forest who operates to enforce the strict law of nature's balance. His knowledge of the local wilderness is unsurpassed.
Equipment Staff of twisted oak, leather armor, iron armband, pouch containing poisonous spores and mistletoe.

Creature Image — Kornast, Druid of Knurl