Large beast (dinosaur), unaligned
Armor Class 13 (natural armor)
Hit Points 68 (8d10 + 24)
Speed 20 ft., swim 40 ft.
Proficiency Bonus +2
Proficiency Bonus +4 (5th Edition Advanced Mode)
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 (+4) | 15 (+2) | 16 (+3) | 2 (-4) | 12 (+1) | 5 (-3) |
Skills Perception +3, Stealth +4
Senses passive Perception 13
Languages –
Challenge 2 (450 XP)
Hold Breath. The plesiosaurus can hold its breath for 1 hour.
ACTIONS
- Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 15 ft., one target. Hit: 14 (3d6 + 4) piercing 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
A plesiosaurus is a large aquatic beast that resembles a prehistoric reptile. It has a compact body with four powerful flippers that propel it through the water. It also has a long and flexible neck that allows it to twist and turn in any direction. Its head is small and pointed, with sharp teeth that can deliver a strong bite. Its skin is scaly and usually dark green or brown in color.
COMBAT
A plesiosaurus is an aggressive predator that attacks any creature it encounters. It relies on its speed and stealth to surprise its prey, using its keen perception and low-light vision to spot potential targets. It can hold its breath for up to an hour, making it able to ambush creatures from below the surface. It uses its bite as its main weapon, inflicting piercing damage with its teeth. A plesiosaurus is not very intelligent, but it is curious and cunning enough to avoid obvious threats.
HABITAT / SOCIETY
A plesiosaurus lives in warm aquatic environments, such as lakes, rivers, or coastal waters. It prefers deep and murky waters where it can hide and hunt more easily. A plesiosaurus is a solitary creature that does not form bonds with other members of its species. It is territorial and will defend its hunting grounds from intruders. A plesiosaurus does not have a language, but it can communicate with simple sounds and gestures.
ECOLOGY
A plesiosaurus is a carnivore that feeds on fish, aquatic mammals, and other creatures that venture into its domain. It can consume up to 10% of its body weight in a single meal. A plesiosaurus reproduces by laying eggs in shallow waters, where they are guarded by the female until they hatch. A plesiosaurus can live for up to 50 years in the wild.