Hawk-bat Swarm
Large swarm of Small beasts · CR 2
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A churning cloud of flying hawk-bats that engulfs a victim's space and shreds them with countless talons.
Skirmisher
How to run itFly into a PC's space to attack from within, focus one isolated target for full talon damage, and exploit the fly speed to chase fleeing prey.
Armor Class 12 · Hit Points 44 (8d10) · Speed 10 ft., climb 10 ft., fly 60 ft.
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 14 | 10 | 3 | 14 | 5 |
Swarm (Trait). The swarm can occupy another creature's space and vice versa, and the swarm can move through any opening large enough for a Small hawk-bats. The swarm can't regain hit points or gain temporary hit points.
Echolocation (Trait). The swarm can't use its blindsight while deafened.
Keen Hearing and Sight (Trait). The swarm has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on hearing and sight.
Talons (Action). Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target in the swarm's space. Hit: 11 (2d8 + 2) kinetic damage or 7 (1d8 + 2) kinetic damage if the swarm has half of its hit points or fewer.