General Eirawyn Stoneford
General Eirawyn Stoneford is an imposing woman in her early fifties with a stern, angular jawline, sharp gray eyes, and iron-gray hair cropped close to her scalp in a clean military style. She wears a tailored, high-collared Drosauan officer’s coat over polished plate armor that bears the faint scratches of past skirmishes, fastened by a heavy silver cloak pin featuring the kingdom’s crest. Her posture is unyielding and broad-shouldered, radiating the natural authority of a veteran commander accustomed to directing armies and holding lines under pressure.
She speaks in a low, booming voice that carries effortlessly across parade grounds and council chambers alike, delivering orders with uncompromising clarity. When discussing state security, her sharp eyes constantly scan her surroundings, evaluating potential threats, defense choke points, and the readiness of her soldiers.
Eirawyn is fiercely loyal to Drosau and driven by a pragmatic duty to safeguard her people from the devastation of war. Beneath her rigid military discipline lies a deep awareness of the kingdom’s fragile political standing, making her direct, no-nonsense, and quick to enlist capable individuals who can handle volatile situations before they erupt into outright conflict.
Landmarks & Points of Interest
No known landmarks.
Adventure Hooks
The Price of Old Lies
Prince Gwion Maengor carries the fate of Drosau into the shadowy depths of the Bryncoed Forest. For 1,000 years, the Bryncoed Accord maintained a fragile peace between the human kingdom and the Autumn Fae of Grimroot. That treaty was secured on a monumental lie: Drosau’s monarchs claimed draconic authority to command and subdue dragons, intimidating the fae into compliance. With the 1,000-year term expiring, the rulers of the Bramblecrest Throne have uncovered the deception and demand a complete renegotiation. Sent by his father, King Dradoc, Prince Gwion must navigate these lethal diplomatic waters—unaware of the astronomical price the fae intend to extract, or the unexpected personal cost it will carry.
Encounter Tier: APL 1–10 | Social & Political Intrigue
- The Trigger: Triggers when the party is approached by General Eirawyn Stoneford in Drosau. She advises them of the volatile political climate, warns of the expiring accord, and hires or urges them to assist with the impending summit and negotiating fair terms between the two sides.
- The Objective: Once the party links up with Prince Gwion, he asks them to serve as his personal diplomatic entourage at the Bramblecrest Throne. Upon arrival, the court pairs Gwion with Lord Crispin Ciderwell, a high-ranking male fae envoy tasked with ensuring his comfort. While Prince Gwion is locked in proceedings, a member of the fae council approaches the party and introduces herself as Isolda. She explains Drosau's deceit and requets the group's assistance in righting the wrongs of the past by bringing her proof of their lies. During this time, the party can secretly investigate records back in Cyndraig and return to her with the documents. Meanwhile, as negotiations wear on, Prince Gwion and Lord Crispin spend most of their free time together and find themselves falling deeply in love.
General Eirawyn Stoneford
Armor Class 18
Hit Points 142 (19d8 + 57)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
18 (+4)
DEX
12 (+1)
CON
16 (+3)
INT
13 (+1)
WIS
14 (+2)
CHA
15 (+2)
Saving Throws Str +8, Con +7
Skills Athletics +8, History +5, Insight +6, Perception +6, Persuasion +6
Damage Resistances Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from Nonmagical Attacks
Condition Immunities Frightened
Senses Passive Perception 16
Languages Common, Drosauan
Challenge 9 (5,000 XP)
Commander’s Authority. Allies within 30 feet of Eirawyn who can see or hear her have advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened.
Tactical Master. Eirawyn can use a bonus action on each of her turns to direct an ally she can see within 30 feet. That ally can immediately use their reaction to move up to half their speed or make one melee or ranged weapon attack.
Tactical Awareness. Eirawyn cannot be surprised while she is conscious, and she adds her Wisdom modifier (+2) to her initiative rolls.
Multiattack. Eirawyn makes three attacks with her Greatsword or Heavy Crossbow.
Greatsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) slashing damage plus 7 (2d6) force damage.
Heavy Crossbow. Ranged Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, range 100/400 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d10 + 1) piercing damage.
Rallying Cry (Bonus Action; 3/Day). Eirawyn chooses up to three allies within 30 feet of her who can see or hear her. Each chosen target regains 12 (1d10 + 7) hit points.
Parry. Eirawyn adds 4 to her AC against one melee attack that would hit her. To do so, Eirawyn must see the attacker and be wielding a melee weapon.