CD-71

CD-71 is the final known model of the CD series of axiom created by the partnership of renowned inventor Barok Van Zieks and legendary pit fighter King.

## Physical Description

CD-71 is often seen as an immense presence in most company. Standing at nearly eight feet tall, and weighing just over three hundred and fifty pounds; the axiom's stature is certainly more significant than the average humanoid. His body is made up of large, armor-like, plating; with electrical coils extending from each forearm. His personal visage provokes unease in most creatures that don't know him personally; with glowing crimson light emanating from within his head.

## Combat Ability

Forever learning and mentally growing (as his creators intended); CD-71 possesses a myriad of different tools and capabilities that assist him in a variety of different scenarios. Typically opting to use his fists to solve physical problems; the tallest Hero of Tharsis is capable of striking his foes quickly and effectively. Depending on the situation; CD-71 can cycle through different kinds of damage with his fists: be it bludgeoning, thunder, or even force. Alternatively, the ever-training artificer keeps a small, portable, cannon on his back. Using the ranged weapon to annihilate large groups of enemies. Additionally, he has various infusions, upgrades, and spells at his disposal to enhance his abilities as needed.

## Personality

CD-71 often outwardly portrays a stoic and impelled attitude. However, he often finds himself in situations that call for a more charismatic temperament. That being said, he is capable of rising to meet such challenges when the situation calls for it, but just because he is capable does not mean he is always eager; often leaving the talking to other party members unless he feels it necessary to speak up. The pugilistic tinkerer is most comfortable around his friends; The Heroes of Tharsis, and this peer-based confidence has lead him to be more at ease in what others would call highly stressful scenarios. Aside from his normal behavior; CD-71 is incredibly inquisitive, and is often searching for the newest mystery to unravel.

## Before The Heroes of Tharsis

### Construction

Not much is known of the construction process of the CD units created by Barok Van Zieks. CD-71 in particular was a product of an unorthodox partnership with the famous pit fighter known as King. Using the world renowned pugilist's techniques as a basis for the newest model in the Combat Destroyer line. However, Van Zieks had plans beyond that of combat for his latest creation; trying to give the construct the ability to think creatively and feel emotions. Despite these aspirations, CD-71 was the result of a contract with the Tharsisian government; with the express purpose of fighting the nation's wars.

### Deactivation

There finally came a time after almost a decade of research, design, and prototypes; CD-71 was ready to be field tested. It was decided that an excellent example of the construct's combat capabilities would be a timed exposition match against one of his co-creators: King. The legendary fighter walked into the match with strong confidence that the new CD unit would be no match for him. However, the cold, unfeeling, automaton proved more than capable. The fight ended with King suffering a crippling injury at the hands of his own creation. After this devastating upset; it was decided that CD-71 would be deactivated for an undetermined amount of time.

## Arsenal

### Fisticuffs

Effectively just CD-7's fists, but more powerful and trained than the average person.

### Thunder Gauntlets

Gauntlets that create thunderous, distracting, sounds that force enemies to focus on CD-7.

### Lightning Launcher

CD-7 is capable of shooting lightning out at his enemies through his chest and/or fists.

### Portable Cannon

A small cannon that adorns CD-7's back. It is typically used for damaging large groups of enemies at a time.

### Torch of the Cosmos

One of Kostaal's relics. This torch grants the user the bonuses of the pass without trace spell while under the night sky.

### Font of Genius

Quite possibly The Builder's most powerful relic. This fountain grants an attuned creature expertise in all Intelligence based skills; as well as boosting the creature's Intelligence by two.

## Inventions and Creations

### Azazel's Motorcycle

A cool cruiser with a strong design emphasis on style; gifted to Azazel.

### CD-71's Motorcycle

A heavy duty machine meant to carry and transport CD-7.

### CD-71's Power Armor

This armor has two modes: Guardian Mode, and Infiltrator Mode. Guardian Mode grants the ability to use the Thunder Gauntlets, and the ability to grant CD-7 temporary hit points. Infiltrator Mode grants the Lightning Launcher, increased movement speed, and removes the armor penalty to Stealth checks.

### Scallop's Power Armor

This armor was constructed to fit Sayat's griffon Scallop. Much like CD-71's power armor, Scallop's has two modes: Guardian Mode, and Infiltrator Mode. Guardian Mode grants resistance to all physical damage, and increases the damage of Scallop's claws. Infiltrator Mode allows Scallop to dash as a bonus action, ignore the effects of adverse weather conditions, and roll with advantage on Stealth checks.

### Minigun

This minigun was made to mow down enemies with attack after attack after attack. The largest flaw of this invention is that this weapon regularly overheats when used to its limits (later gifted to Vigdis).

### Portable Cannon

This portable cannon was made to replace the minigun. It is typically used for damaging large groups of enemies at a time.

## Trivia

* Towards the start of the campaign; it seemed very likely that CD-7 would eventually need to leave the party. The reason being that his violent, close-minded, personality grated on the party.
* CD-7 once suplexed a car. However, this upset the party as that was meant to be their getaway vehicle.