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Definitely buffing it for my druid character because ain't no way this thing is weaker than a giant raven.

Thanks Matt mercer for enlightening me on how to say GIanT Oul I would have been completely lost otherwise

these are great summons for circle of the shepherd druid, if you're in a more aerial battle! its a good mix of damage and hp! at least i think so-

Quote from MaghumiirMerryguard >>

a character should not really "ride" a large bird in the traditional sense if we are being scientifically accurate as that much weight being on it's back would negatively impact it's ability to use it's wings. it would be far easier for the bird to lift the character up in it's talon's possibly with the use of a special clothing item to protect the characters shoulder's. but yes a giant Owl can be used to transport a character.

 So in a way the bird mounts you? 

Could a goblin/ ranger (beastmaster) befriend a baby giant owl while it's still considered small to medium and then as it grows up to it's full strength, have the giant owl pick up the goblin on its turn? Especially if I build the character to be proficient in animal handling and the friendly to animal spell compendium? I realize that it's up to the DM, but as a new player would this be a bridge too far for a DM to overlook the medium/smaller beast companion requirement? 

Quote from Dragonslayer9 >>

Waiiit a minute! Using the Tasha rules, these can be spellcasters! I’m thinking cleric of a moon god or druid.

 My friend please…find professional help 

jk DO IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

totally OP for a 1/4 cr monster