Thomas uses his Eidolon Binding Focus to cast a spell from the Summoner spell list, relying on positioning and his companion to control the battlefield.

The Eidolon moves immediately after Thomas's turn and follows his commands. It protects Thomas, engages threats, and uses its chosen Guardian form and evolutions.

When Thomas casts an Abjuration or Conjuration spell, his Eidolon can move up to half its Speed without provoking Opportunity Attacks.

You gain an Eidolon Binding Focus and an Eidolon. The Eidolon is a magical creature that shares your initiative, obeys your commands, and acts immediately after your turn. Its exact statistics are determined by the Summoner class's Eidolon stat block. Thomas's Eidolon is currently a Small fey-like guardian in a red hood, shaped by the stories he loved as a child.

You can cast Summoner spells using Charisma as your spellcasting ability. You prepare spells from the Summoner spell list and use your Eidolon Binding Focus as a spellcasting focus. At level 3, Thomas has two prepared Summoner spells and spell slots for four 1st-level spells and two 2nd-level spells.

Your Eidolon gains two Evolution Points and one Eidolon Form option. Thomas's Eidolon has chosen the Guardian form and the following evolutions: Keen Senses and Swift Movement. These choices can be changed whenever Thomas finishes a Long Rest.

You gain proficiency in one additional skill from the Summoner skill list. Thomas gains Investigation proficiency. Your Eidolon can communicate telepathically with you while within 1 mile.

You choose a Summoner subclass. No subclass was specified for Thomas, so this character remains ready for the player to select one at level 3.

Your Eidolon gains two additional Evolution Points. You can replace one of its Evolution options whenever you finish a Long Rest.

You have a reliable and trustworthy contact who acts as your liaison to a network of criminals. You know how to send and receive messages through coded signs, gestures, and seemingly innocent phrases.