Gambot
Type: Construct Companion (Simple Robot) Creator/Controller: Gluthoric Current Version: v2.0
Overview
Gambot is a construct companion built and controlled by Gluthoric using his Tinkerer Robotics Study abilities. Originally a small 1-foot rolling sphere with basic functionality, Gambot was upgraded to a 3-foot bipedal construct during the voyage to Karkovia.
The original sphere wasn’t scrapped - it is Gambot’s core. The new body was built around it. If you cracked open the chest plate, you’d find the original sphere sitting right in the center, still humming. That’s what makes Gambot Gambot.
Specifications
Version 1.0 (Original)
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Size | 1 foot (Tiny) |
| Form | Rolling sphere |
| Capabilities | Roll around, simple tasks, bump into walls, beep |
| Status | Integrated as core |
Version 2.0 (Current)
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Size | 3 feet (Small) |
| Form | Bipedal construct |
| AC | 11 (8 + Gluthoric’s INT mod) |
| HP | Low (per Simple Robots rules) |
| Speed | 30 ft walk |
| Range | Functions within 30 ft of Gluthoric while gadget held |
| Weight Capacity | Up to 15 lbs |
Appearance
A 3-foot bipedal construct with:
- Sturdy articulated legs
- Functional arms
- Salvaged plating riveted tight
- Single glowing amber lens (cleaned and reseated from original)
- Chest cavity containing the original 1-foot sphere core
Capabilities
What Gambot Can Do
- Move when commanded (on Gluthoric’s turn)
- Carry small items (up to 15 lbs)
- Scout short distances
- Manipulate simple objects
- Assist with tinkering tasks
- Squeeze through tight spaces
- Be recalled magnetically via Gluthoric’s control glove
What Gambot Cannot Do
- Attack independently
- Take its own turn in initiative
- Cast spells or replicate spell effects
- Act outside 30 ft range of Gluthoric’s gadget
- Function if Gluthoric isn’t holding his gadget
Control Method
Gluthoric controls Gambot through his magnetized control glove (his Tinkerer gadget/spellcasting focus). The glove pulses; Gambot responds.
Commands require Gluthoric’s action on his turn. Gambot does not roll initiative or act independently.
History
Creation (Pre-Session 6)
The original 1-foot sphere was built sometime before the party’s adventures at Genesis 31. It followed Gluthoric around the ship, rolling into walls and beeping at nothing - loyal but limited.
Upgrade (Session 8 - Voyage to Karkovia)
During the overnight voyage to Karkovia, while the rest of the crew slept, Gluthoric stayed up working. By morning, the sphere was gone - rebuilt into a 3-foot bipedal frame with the original core integrated into the chest.
“The little one is the core. I built the new body around him.” — Gluthoric
Personality
Gambot doesn’t speak, but communicates through:
- Lens flickers (acknowledgment)
- Head tilts (attention/curiosity)
- Beeps (carried over from v1.0)
Whether Gambot has true awareness or is simply a well-programmed machine remains unclear. Gluthoric treats him as a companion, not just a tool.
Technical Notes (For DM Reference)
Gambot is created via the Simple Robots feature from the Tinkerer’s Robotics Study (Level 2). Per RAW:
- Acts only on controller’s turn
- Requires action to command
- Falls apart after 1 hour unless maintained
- Destroyed if takes any damage or if another robot is created
Gluthoric’s table has ruled that Gambot persists as a maintained companion rather than a 1-hour disposable.
Last Updated: 2026-01-03 #item construct companion gluthoric robotics