Cult Fanatic

Medium humanoid (any race), any non-good alignment

Armor Class: 13 (leather armor)
Hit Points: 33 (6d8 + 6)
Speed: 30 ft.

STR: 11 (+0)
DEX: 14 (+2)
CON: 12 (+1)
INT: 10 (+0)
WIS: 13 (+1)
CHA: 14 (+2)

Skills: Deception +4, Persuasion +4, Religion +2
Senses: passive Perception 11
Languages: any one language (usually Common)
Challenge: 2 (450 XP)

Dark Devotion. The fanatic has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened.

Spellcasting. The fanatic is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC 11, +3 to hit with spell attacks). The fanatic has the following cleric spells prepared:

Cantrips (at will): light, sacred flame, thaumaturgy

1st level (4 slots): command, inflict wounds, shield of faith

2nd level (3 slots): hold person, spiritual weapon

Actions

Multiattack. The fanatic makes two melee attacks.

Dagger. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 20/60 ft., one creature. Hit: 4 (1d4 + 2) piercing damage.

Fanatics are often part of a cult's leadership, using their charisma and dogma to influence and prey on those of weak will. Most are interested in personal power above all else.

Running this fight? Add the cult fanatic to the initiative tracker: type its name and the AC, hit points and initiative bonus fill in, and the book button shows this stat block mid-fight.