Spellcasting. The songwriter is a 3th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Charisma (spell save DC 13, +5 to hit with spell attacks). The songwriter has the following bard spells prepared:

• Cantrips (at will): dancing lights, message, vicious mockery

• 1st level (4 slots): charm person, comprehend languages, tasha’s hideous laughter

• 2nd level (2 slots): enhance ability, hold person, silence

Cutting Words (3/Short Rest). When a creature that the songwriter can see within 50 feet makes an attack roll, ability check, or a damage roll, the songwriter sings a quick disruptive melody. Roll a d8 and subtract the number from the creature’s roll.

Actions

Rapier. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d8 + 2) piercing damage.

medium

humanoid

cr1

nerzugals-extended-bestiary

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