Rudiger

A Human Wizard of the Evoker school whose internal conflict has been noted by Rook Targrave of the Emerald Enclave. Rudiger specializes in devastating area-effect spells, particularly fire and lightning magic.

Ability Scores

STR	DEX	CON	INT	WIS	CHA
8 (-1)	14 (+2)	12 (+1)	18 (+4)	10 (+0)	15 (+2)

Combat Statistics

Armor Class: 12
Hit Points: 49
Speed: 30 ft.
Initiative: +2
Proficiency Bonus: +3

Saving Throws

STR: -1 | DEX: +2 | CON: +1
INT: +7 | WIS: +3 | CHA: +2

Skills

Proficient:

Arcana +10 (Expertise)
History +7
Investigation +7
Acrobatics +5
Insight +3
Perception +3

Senses

Passive Perception: 13
Passive Investigation: 17
Passive Insight: 13

Proficiencies

Armor: None

Weapons: Simple Weapons

Tools: Calligrapher’s Supplies

Languages: Common, Draconic, Elvish

Equipment

Dagger — +5 to hit, 1d4+2 piercing, range 20/60, Finesse, Light, Thrown, Nick
Quarterstaff — +2 to hit, 1d6-1 (1d8-1 versatile) bludgeoning, Topple
Ray of Frost — Cantrip, +7 to hit, 2d8 cold, range 60 ft.
Melf’s Acid Arrow — 2nd Level, +7 to hit, 4d4 acid, range 90 ft.

Evocation Savant Features

As an Evoker, Rudiger has learned to shape his spells to protect allies while maximizing damage to enemies. His Evocation Savant feature allows him to cast evocation spells more efficiently.

Known Spells (Notable)

Fireball — Signature spell, devastating area damage
Lightning Bolt — Line damage, matches his internal storm
Ray of Frost — Reliable cantrip damage
Melf’s Acid Arrow — Persistent acid damage

Key Moments

Session 1 - Party Formation

Joined the party in Phandalin as a Human Rogue (later multiclassed to Wizard).

Session 5 - Internal Conflict

Rook Targrave sensed an internal conflict in Rudiger and took him aside to his study. Rook demonstrated his own magical power and gave Rudiger a Scroll of Lightning Resistance, saying: “The storm within us can manifest out if we are not careful.”

Session 7 - Nythraxil’s Lair

Successfully secured the ley stone from Nythraxil’s lair after the ancient rose quartz dragon’s death, a critical victory for the party.

Session 8 - Lightning Rail Battle

Rudiger’s Fireball proved particularly devastating during the combat aboard the Lightning Rail, igniting the sleeping Circle agents’ car and eliminating all but one.

Session 8 - Sharn Chase

Attempted to stop the fleeing pickpocket with Ray of Frost but missed.

Combat Role

As the party’s primary arcane damage dealer, Rudiger excels at eliminating groups of enemies with area-effect spells. His Evoker specialization allows him to position Fireballs without endangering allies. The high Intelligence (+4) gives him exceptional Arcana and Investigation skills, making him valuable for identifying magical threats and solving puzzles.