Huge plant, unaligned
Armor Class 13 (natural armor)
Hit Points 59 (7d12 + 14)
Speed 20 ft.
Proficiency Bonus +2
Proficiency Bonus +4 (5th Edition Advanced Mode)
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 (+4) | 6 (-2) | 15 (+2) | 10 (+0) | 10 (+0) | 7 (-2) |
Saving Throws (suggested) Str +6
Damage vulnerabilities fire
Damage Resistances bludgeoning, piercing
Senses passive Perception 10
Languages one language known by its creator
Challenge 2 (450 XP)
False Appearance. While the tree remains motionless, it is indistinguishable from a normal tree.
ACTIONS
- Slam. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 14 (3d6 + 4) bludgeoning damage.
5th Edition Advanced Mode
Limiting the power of a character and making the overall difficulty of the game harder, does not reduce the creativity, indeed it does quite the opposite.
The Game Master has the option to use any and all of the instances proposed in this guide, or just some of them according to their preference.
It is the lack of something that move and motivate characters, not the abundance of it
DESCRIPTION
An awakened tree is a plant creature that has been granted sentience and mobility by a powerful spell or other magic. It resembles a normal tree of its type, but it can move its limbs, roots, vines, and other parts to attack or defend itself. It also has senses similar to a human’s, and can communicate in one language known by its creator. An awakened tree may have a personality and alignment that reflects its creator’s intentions, or it may develop its own over time.
COMBAT
An awakened tree is a formidable opponent in combat, especially in its natural environment. It can use its slam attack to deal heavy bludgeoning damage to nearby enemies, or grapple them with its branches and roots. It is resistant to bludgeoning and piercing damage, but vulnerable to fire. An awakened tree may also have other abilities or spells granted by its creator, such as druidic magic or elemental powers.
HABITAT / SOCIETY
An awakened tree usually stays in the same area where it was created, unless it has a reason to leave. It may form a bond with its creator, or with other awakened plants or animals. It may also seek out other intelligent beings for companionship or curiosity. Some awakened trees may join forces with druids, fey, or other protectors of nature, while others may become corrupted by evil influences or their own ambitions. An awakened tree may have a name given by its creator, or choose one for itself.
ECOLOGY
An awakened tree is still a plant, and requires sunlight, water, and soil to survive. It may also need to pollinate or produce seeds to reproduce, depending on its type. An awakened tree may have a positive or negative impact on the surrounding ecosystem, depending on its alignment and goals. It may help preserve the natural balance, or it may exploit or destroy other living things for its own benefit. An awakened tree may also attract the attention of adventurers, scholars, or enemies who seek to learn from it, ally with it, or harm it.