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Halfling Lucky Draw

Some halflings, especially those from Varisia, study the methods of Harrow fortune-telling and tap into occult forces that let them manipulate fate using the cards. Some mercenary companies and criminal organizations employ such halflings as bad-luck charms for their enemies.

Recall Knowledge - Humanoid (Society): DC 24
Unspecific Lore: DC 22
Specific Lore: DC 19

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Halfling Lucky DrawCreature 8

Gargantuan Halfling Humanoid Troop 
Source Battlecry! pg. 182
Perception +16
Languages Common, Halfling
Skills Deception +18, Diplomacy +16, Occultism +16, Performance +18, Stealth +16
Str +0, Dex +4, Con +1, Int +3, Wis +1, Cha +6
AC 26; Fort +13, Ref +16, Will +19
HP 135 (4 segments); Thresholds 90 (3 segments), 45 (2 segments); Weaknesses area damage 10, splash damage 10
Troop Defenses
Speed 25 feet; troop movement
Occult Spontaneous Spells DC 23, attack +20; 4th confusion, force barrage (2 slots); 3rd force barrage, paralyze, slow (3 slots); Cantrips (4th) daze, figment, telekinetic projectile
Bad Deal [two-actions] (auditory, linguistic, emotion, mental, misfortune, occult) The halflings mock and taunt their enemies with quick Harrow readings that predict doom. The troop chooses a number of creatures equal to the number of its remaining segments within 60 feet. Each target must attempt a DC 23 Will save. On a failure, the target must roll their next attack roll, saving throw, or skill check twice and use the worse result.False Cuts [one-action] to [three-actions] Frequency once per round; Effect The halflings feint with their cards and then lash out with their daggers in a coordinated melee attack against enemies in a 5-foot emanation, with a DC 23 basic Reflex save. The damage depends on the number of actions.
[one-action] 1d4 piercing or slashing damage and 1d4 precision damage
[two-actions] 2d4+7 piercing or slashing damage and 2d4 precision damage
[three-actions] 3d4+10 piercing or slashing damage and 2d4 precision damage
Troop Harrowing (mental, occult) When the halfling lucky draw Casts a Spell that targets a single creature, some of the constituent members can perform a focused Harrow reading on the target as part of Casting the Spell. The lucky draw attempts an Occultism skill check against the target's Will DC. On a success, the target takes a –1 status penalty to their saving throw or AC against the spell (–2 on a critical success). If the lucky draw critically fails this check, their reading portends bad news for the halflings and they become frightened 2.

All Monsters in "Halfling"

NameLevel
Bill-Band5
Halfling Head Chef2
Halfling Lucky Draw8
Halfling Smuggler6
Halfling Street Watcher-1
Halfling Troublemaker1
Halfling Yarnspinner7

Halfling

Source Monster Core pg. 192 1.1
Despite their small stature, a halfling can prove to be a mighty foe if you find yourself on the wrong side of their frying pan.

Sidebar - Locations Halfling Communities

Beyond their own towns and caravans, many halflings settle within the cities of humans and other ancestries. They find niches for themselves, often working as servants and restaurant staff. Halflings especially thrive in metropolises where people of many backgrounds pass through. They often lament that the environment isn't built for them, and need to practice climbing shelves or carry tools to operate high door latches and the like..

Sidebar - Locations Illicit Imports

Wherever there's a commodity that people want, there are always those willing to procure it and smuggle it in. Examples include:
  • Rare technologies from Alkenstar and Numeria.
  • Exotic flora and fauna for private collection.
  • Magical secrets from the Arcanamirium in Absalom or knowledge of the Mana Wastes from Nex.
  • Narcotics.
  • People, especially oppressed people being brought to safety.

Sidebar - Treasure and Rewards Kitchen Weaponry

Halflings love objects that can serve multiple practical purposes, especially if their purpose includes eating. Few objects can be used for more activities than a frying pan, and many halflings relish telling others all the uses they have found for their pans if asked.