Automaton

A magically-powered, sentient being composed of metal and wood.

Requirements Minimum CON 9
Ability modifiers None
Languages Alignment, Common
Size Medium

Artificially Resilient

  • No need to eat, drink, or breathe.
  • Immune to disease.
  • No need to sleep and can’t be put to sleep by magic (see Sentry Mode).
  • +2 on saving throws vs. poison

Integrated Armor

Body has built-in defensive layers which may be enhanced with armor.

  • +1 to base Armor Class.
  • Takes one hour to don or doff armor, must remain in contact with armor for duration.
  • Worn armor can’t be removed while living.

Sentry Mode

To gain benefits of long rest, must spend at least six hours in an inactive, motionless state (rather than sleeping).

  • While in this state, can see and hear as normal despite appearing inert.