In the layer of Anarchos, demons known as Chaorix epitomize the essence of chaos and cowardice. These demons are specifically designed to incite and exploit the reckless and erratic nature inherent in the deepest layer of The Hells.
In Anarchos, the Chaorix stand as embodiments of the layer's core themes of chaos, cowardice, and reckless abandon. Their ever-changing and unpredictable forms mirror the anarchic essence of the layer, drawing in souls who are seduced by the chaos and madness they represent. Chaorix demons are the perfect agents of Anarchos, luring mortals into a world where order dissolves into mayhem and fear gives way to uncontrolled frenzy.
Medium fiend (demon), chaotic evil
Armor Class: 15 (Natural Armor)
Hit Points: 136 (16d8 + 64)
Speed: 30 ft.
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 (+2) | 18 (+4) | 18 (+4) | 16 (+3) | 12 (+1) | 20 (+5) |
Saving Throws: Dex +8, Con +8, Wis +5, Cha +9
Skills: Deception +13, Persuasion +13
Damage Resistances: Cold, Fire, Lightning; Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from Nonmagical Attacks
Damage Immunities: Poison
Condition Immunities: Poisoned
Senses: Darkvision 120 ft., Passive Perception 11
Languages: Abyssal, Common, Telepathy 120 ft.
Challenge: 10 (5,900 XP)
Innate Spellcasting. The Chaorix's spellcasting ability is Charisma (spell save DC 17). The Chaorix can innately cast the following spells, requiring no material components:
At will: Disguise Self, Minor Illusion, Thaumaturgy
3/day each: Confusion, Mirror Image, Misty Step
1/day each: Chaos Bolt (as a 5th-level spell), Plane Shift (self only)
Contract of Anarchy. The Chaorix can offer a contract that appeals to a mortal's desire for unrestrained freedom, with a hidden catch that leads to chaos and disorder.
Shapechanger. The Chaorix can use its action to polymorph into a humanoid it has seen, or back into its true form. Its statistics are the same in each form. Any equipment it is wearing or carrying isn't transformed. It reverts to its true form if it dies.
Multiattack. The Chaorix makes two attacks with its chaos blade.
Chaos Blade. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (1d10 + 4) slashing damage plus 4 (1d8) random type damage (roll 1d8 to determine the type: 1 - fire, 2 - cold, 3 - acid, 4 - lightning, 5 - thunder, 6 - poison, 7 - psychic, 8 - radiant).
Confounding Strike. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one creature. Hit: 8 (1d8 + 4) psychic damage, and the target must succeed on a DC 17 Wisdom saving throw or be confused (as per the Confusion spell) for 1 minute. The target can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success.
The Chaorix is designed as an embodiment of chaos and unpredictability. Its innate spellcasting focuses on creating confusion and altering perceptions, aiding in its role as a tempter and trickster. Its ability to shapechange aids in its deceptive practices, and its combat abilities, with the chaos blade and confounding strike, reflect its chaotic nature. The Contract of Anarchy ability signifies its role in tempting mortals with the illusion of freedom and unrestrained will, hiding the ensuing anarchy and disorder.