These guys are sick.

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I've always made my guards low CR but what really sets them apart is the ability to call more!

I usually add: 

Raise the Alarm! - If he/she is not in a secluded location a guard may use an action to raise the alarm. By shouting or ringing a bell the alarm brings an additional guard every 3 rounds, this effect stacks for every guard who raises the alarm.

I didn't see one in the homebrew, so I went ahead and made one with this addition -- the numbers are changed a bit (bonus action every 4 turns, 1d4-1 turns to show up), but the idea remains the same. This was a great idea and I'll definitely be using it! (It's called "towns guard" if anyone cares to use it)

My level one player character thought it was a good idea to take on 10 at once. I think you can guess the outcome.

"Bodyguards of merchants and nobles"
Remember this statblock is for basic, bottom-tier watchmen. A noble's bodyguards are going to be much more capable than these guys, something like a scout thug or veteran. Unless you're doing low level stuff.

thanks ima be using this

Quote from Ac3d >>

I've always made my guards low CR but what really sets them apart is the ability to call more!

I usually add: 

Raise the Alarm! - If he/she is not in a secluded location a guard may use an action to raise the alarm. By shouting or ringing a bell the alarm brings an additional guard every 3 rounds, this effect stacks for every guard who raises the alarm.

This makes them much more deadly as an organisation. As guards should be.

 Very interesting concept! Wizards of the coast should incorporate that.