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“A Sentinel only falls when no one is left to protect.”

Palman Sentinel – Human Variant

  • Class Archetype: Warrior
  • Subtype: Tank
  • Race Restriction: Human (Palman)
  • Primary Attributes: Strength (STR), Constitution (CON)

Overview

The Palman Sentinel is the Human variant of the Sentinel warrior class—a stalwart guardian forged not from circuitry, but through grit, training, and sheer force of will. These warriors rely on time-tested martial disciplines, battle-worn instinct, and a deep sense of responsibility to shield others.

Where the CAST Aegis deploys hardware and algorithms, the Palman Sentinel wields conviction and tactical intuition. Their role is the same: protect, absorb, endure—but their path is shaped by organic adaptation and leadership under fire.

Core Capabilities

  • Armor Mastery May equip any armor, though most wear heavy plate, composite tactical suits, or PCA-issue powered exo-frames.
  • Weapon Proficiency Trained in all heavy melee and energy-based ranged weapons, including:
  • Broad Swords, Battle Axes, War Hammers
  • Pulse Cannons, Energy Rifles, Magnetic Recoilers
  • Shield Access Can wield large tower shields, both analog and energy-based.
  • Shared Class Features (With Aegis)
  • Bonus to defense during combat
  • Access to taunt-based aggro control
  • Sentinel skills unlocked via Fibonacci levels (1, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34)

Unique Human Traits

Tactical Bravery

  • Once per combat, when reduced to 0 HP, the Sentinel may make a CON saving throw to remain at 1 HP instead.
  • Symbolizes raw endurance and refusal to yield.

Commanding Presence

  • Allies within 10ft receive a bonus to saving throws and morale checks as long as the Sentinel remains conscious.
  • Reflects their role as battlefield anchors and natural leaders.

Adaptive Loadout

  • May change shield or stance type as a bonus action in combat (once per encounter).
  • Encourages reactive playstyle and situational awareness.

Progression Framework

Like their CAST counterparts, Palman Sentinels unlock unique defensive and leadership-based skills at Fibonacci levels:

Levels: 1, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34

  • Level 3: Shield Bash – Stuns or knocks back a single foe.
  • Level 8: Last Stand – Temporarily raises defense for the entire party if Sentinel is below 30% HP.
  • Level 13: Heroic Advance – Move and shield an ally in the same turn, even under suppressive fire.

Narrative Hooks

  • While many Sentinels serve honorably within PCA ranks, not all remain loyal. Some have grown disillusioned with the regime’s growing authoritarianism and now operate as mercenaries, bodyguards, or soldiers of fortune—selling their skills to the highest bidder or protecting those beyond the PCA’s reach.
  • Others have aligned themselves with the underground resistance, using their battlefield experience and knowledge of PCA strategy to disrupt the very system they once served.
  • A Sentinel is considered among the most effective and respected warrior classes in the Algol system, regardless of allegiance.
  • While a rare few demonstrate psionic sensitivity—such as the fabled Crimson Flame Sentinels—most dedicate themselves wholly to martial discipline, spending every cycle honing physical prowess over mystic arts.