Dragonsnake
Large beast · CR 8
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A large aquatic predator that erupts from deep water for a savage opening flurry of claws and bite, hitting hardest in the first round.
Brute
How to run itLie submerged and surprise the party for the Surprise Attack bonus, then Multiattack the nearest target; dive and reposition through water if pressed.
Armor Class 14 · Hit Points 85 (10d10 + 30) · Speed 20 ft., swim 40 ft.
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 15 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 5 |
Hold Breath (Trait). The dragonsnake can hold its breath for 1 hour.
Surprise Attack (Trait). If the dragonsnake surprises a creature and hits it with an attack during the first round of combat, the target takes an extra 7 (2d6) damage from the attack.
Multiattack (Action). The dragonsnake can make three attacks: two with its claws and one with its bite.
Bite (Action). Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (3d6 + 5) kinetic damage.
Claws (Action). Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 12 (2d6 + 5) kinetic damage.