- Armor Class 18 (Plate Armor)
- Hit Points 65 ()
- Speed 30 ft.
- Damage Resistances fire
- Senses blindsight 10 ft., darkvision 60 ft., passive perception 12
- Languages Common, Draconic
- Challenge 5 (1,800 XP) · Proficiency Bonus +3
Actions
Multiattack. The veteran makes two longsword attacks. If it has a shortsword drawn, it can also make a shortsword attack.
Longsword. Melee Weapon Attack: , reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 () slashing damage, or 8 () slashing damage if used with two hands.
Shortsword. Melee Weapon Attack: , reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 () piercing damage.
Heavy Crossbow. Ranged Weapon Attack: , range 100/400 ft., one target. Hit: 6 () piercing damage.
Fire Breath (Recharge 5–6). The veteran exhales fire in a 15-foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw, taking 24 () fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.