Huge beast (dinosaur), unaligned
Armor Class 13 (natural armor)
Hit Points 114 (12d12 + 48)
Speed swim 50 ft.
Proficiency Bonus +2
Proficiency Bonus +5 (5th Edition Advanced Mode)
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 (+4) | 15 (+2) | 17 (+3) | 2 (-4) | 12 (+1) | 7 (-2) |
Skills Perception +3
Condition Immunities prone
Senses passive Perception 13
Languages –
Challenge 3 (700 XP)
Hold Breath. The Elasmosaurus can hold its breath for 1 hour.
Long Neck. The Elasmosaurus can attack from a distance, giving it an advantage on its first strike in combat.
ACTIONS
- Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 15 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (2d10 + 4) piercing damage.
REACTIONS
- Neck Dodge. When a creature that the Elasmosaurus can see attacks it with a melee attack, the Elasmosaurus can use its reaction to dodge the attack, forcing the attacker to reroll the attack with disadvantage.
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
The Elasmosaurus is a creature of ancient majesty, a relic from a bygone era when the world was wild and mysterious. With a long, serpentine neck and a body built for the depths, it glides through the water with a grace that belies its size. Its muscular, ovoid body is supported by strong flippers that propel it through its aquatic realm. The Elasmosaurus’s head is small compared to its enormous body, with sharp eyes adapted to the dim light of the deep.
COMBAT
In the perilous encounters of D&D, the Elasmosaurus relies on its surprising agility and keen senses to outmaneuver foes. It is a master of ambush, using its long neck to strike swiftly from a distance, catching adversaries off guard. While it may not possess a variety of attacks, its powerful bite is more than enough to deal with most threats. The Elasmosaurus is also known for its defensive maneuvers, able to dodge attacks with a swift movement of its neck, leaving attackers bewildered and vulnerable.
HABITAT / SOCIETY
Elasmosaurs are solitary creatures, preferring the solitude of the deep oceans where they can roam freely without contest. On rare occasions, they might be found in small groups, but such sightings are as fleeting as they are wondrous. They are not bound to any single climate, though they favor warmer waters where prey is abundant. In the world of D&D, they could be encountered in any ocean or large body of water, adding an element of awe and danger to seafaring adventures.
ECOLOGY
The diet of the Elasmosaurus is as varied as the ocean itself, consisting mainly of fish and other marine creatures. Its role in the ecosystem is that of a predator, keeping the balance of the aquatic food chain. The Elasmosaurus does not hunt for sport; it is a survivor, an ancient lineage that has endured the ages. In D&D, the presence of an Elasmosaurus in the local waters can be a sign of a healthy ecosystem, or perhaps a harbinger of quests to come, as adventurers seek to uncover the secrets of the deep.