Defend the coastal realms with the Gill Guard, a masterfully sculpted sentinel featuring unique aquatic-themed heavy plate armor. Armed with a formidable bill-hook and a sturdy heater shield, this stoic warrior is the perfect addition to any maritime campaign or elite guard unit.
A sentinel stationed at the gates of a coastal citadel or an underwater palace entrance.
A formidable elite guard, a mid-level player character fighter, or a seasoned mercenary captain encountered in a coastal or port-city setting.
Artist: Vae Victis Miniatures
Type: HERO
Pose: The character stands in a stoic, defensive guard stance. The right hand is positioned mid-shaft on a tall polearm, while the left arm supports a large heater-style shield.
Action: Standing/Idle
Mood: Stoic
Action Category: Guard duty
Genre: Fantasy, Pirate
Suitable Locations: Coastal citadel gate, Underwater palace entrance, Docks of a merchant harbor, Royal navy flagship deck, Temple of a sea god
Encounter Scenarios: A loyal guard blocking the players from entering a restricted area., An elite soldier of a coastal kingdom joining the party as an ally., A ceremonial guard in a parade or royal court.
Power Level: Medium (score 42/10)
Compatible Game Systems: Dungeons & Dragons (perfect): Fits as a Human Fighter or Paladin, specifically an Oath of the Open Sea or coastal themed guard.; Pathfinder (perfect): Excellent as a Cavalier or Fighter NPC.; Warhammer Fantasy (good): Fits the aesthetic of Manann-worshipping Empire troops or coastal mercenaries.; Frostgrave (good): Usable as a Man-at-Arms or Templar.
Race: Human, Sex: Male, Build: Athletic, Size: Medium, Age: Adult, Style: Stylized Realistic
Also suitable as: Half-Elf, Triton
Distinguishing Features: Ornate helmet with gill-like fins, Pointed nose-guard visor
Weapons: Bill-hook: A long-shafted weapon with a large, hooked blade and a top spike, typical of a medieval bill.
Armor: Full Plate (Metal plate, Full body); Helmet (Metal plate, Head); Greaves (Metal plate, Lower legs)
Clothing: Tunic
Equipment: Belt Pouches, Belt
Character Classes: Fighter (Perfect%), Paladin (High%), Guard (Perfect%)
NPC Role: Elite Gate Guard
Aesthetic: Cool / Badass, Intimidating / Imposing, Classic Fantasy, Gritty / Realistic
Cultural Aesthetic: Western European Medieval, Generic Western Fantasy
Hairstyle: Helmeted (hair hidden)
Similar to characters: Dark Souls Elite Knight, Lawbringer from For Honor, Imperial Guard Halberdier, Aquaman's Atlantean Soldier, Man-at-Arms archetype
Miniature Dimensions: 45.5mm H x 19.4mm W x 27.7mm D (base: 35.0mm)
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