Gorvath the Headsman, Dread Executioner | 32mm & 75mm Fantasy Miniature | FDM & Resin

Gorvath the Headsman is the Gravefang Tribe’s brutal answer to judgment, punishment, and fear.

A towering executioner clad in battered armor and draped in trophies of the slain, Gorvath strides across the battlefield with cold purpose, his massive two-handed axe always ready to fall. Skulls hang from his frame as grim reminders of enemies, traitors, and prisoners who met their end beneath his blade. Unlike the frenzied berserkers of the tribe, Gorvath is patient—methodical even—preferring to let dread build before delivering the final blow.

Among the Gravefang, Gorvath is called when an example must be made. He is executioner, enforcer, and terror-weapon all in one, a hulking presence whose silence is often more frightening than a war cry. His heavy stance, intimidating silhouette, and oversized executioner’s axe make him an ideal centerpiece miniature for villain encounters, elite warbands, or dark fantasy display shelves.

Perfect for resin or FDM printing, this model offers crisp, painter-friendly detail and a dramatic silhouette—ideal for tabletop RPGs, fantasy dioramas, or collector displays that celebrate stealth, intrigue, and deadly elegance.

D&D 5e-Compatible Stats

Large Humanoid (Orc), Chaotic Evil
Challenge Rating: 6 (2,300 XP)
Proficiency Bonus: +3

Armor Class: 16 (patched plate and hides)
Hit Points: 114 (12d10 + 48)
Speed: 30 ft.

Saving Throws: Str +8, Con +7
Skills: Athletics +8, Intimidation +5, Perception +4
Senses: Darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 14
Languages: Common, Orc

Abilities

Aggressive. As a bonus action, Gorvath can move up to his speed toward a hostile creature he can see.

Executioner’s Focus. Gorvath has advantage on melee attack rolls against frightened, restrained, or prone creatures.

Brutal Momentum. When Gorvath reduces a creature to 0 hit points, he can immediately make one Greataxe attack against another creature within reach.

Aura of Dread. Enemies within 10 feet of Gorvath have disadvantage on saving throws against being frightened.

Actions

Multiattack. Gorvath makes two attacks with his Dread Axe.

Dread Axe. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target.
Hit: 17 (2d10 + 6) slashing damage.

Executioner’s Swing (Recharge 5–6). Gorvath makes one mighty axe strike against a creature within reach.
Attack: +8 to hit.
Hit: 27 (4d10 + 5) slashing damage. If the target is below half its hit points, it must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or be knocked prone.

Terrifying Display (1/Day). Gorvath raises his gore-stained axe and lets out a low, deathly growl. Each enemy of his choice within 20 feet that can see him must succeed on a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or become frightened until the end of its next turn.

⚙ Print Specs

• Supports: Standard tree auto supports

• Category: Characters & Monsters

• Recommended Layer Height: 0.05–0.1 mm (resin) / 0.12–0.16 mm (FDM)

• Material: Resin or PLA+ for best detail retention

• Scale: Heroic 1:10 (adjustable for tabletop use)

• Orientation: Crouched pose with daggers supported

🧱 FDM Printing

• Use Tree Supports (Default) for optimal overhang coverage.

• Enable Outer Brim to ensure strong plate adhesion and prevent edge lift.

• Recommended materials: PLA+ or PETG for best surface finish.

• Suggested layer height: 0.12–0.16 mm for miniatures and display pieces.

• Tune flow and retraction for fine detail; slower outer walls yield smoother armor and faces.

🧪 Resin Printing

Use the following settings for reliable, high-detail results:

Printer: Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 16K

Exposure Settings:

• Layer Height: 0.05 mm

• Bottom Layers: 5

• Exposure Time: 2.75 s

• Bottom Exposure Time: 37 s

• Transition Layers: 10 (Linear)

• Rest Times: Before Release – 2 s, After Release – 2 s, After Retract – 4 s

Advanced Settings:

• Anti-Aliasing: Level 8

• Print Time Compensation: Enabled (0.93 s)

• Light PWM: 255

• Bottom Light PWM: 255

Supports & Orientation:

• Use Auto Orientation and Auto Supports (Light) in ChituBox.

• Ensure proper drainage and avoid flat surfaces directly on the build plate.