- Amphibious: The Cottonmouthed Rattlegator Adult can breathe air and water.
- Keen Smell: The Cottonmouthed Rattlegator Adult has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.
- Grapple Attack: If the Cottonmouthed Rattlegator Adult hits a creature with its bite attack, it can attempt to grapple the target (escape DC 14). Until this grapple ends, the target is restrained, and the Cottonmouthed Rattlegator Adult can't use its bite attack on another target.
- Multi-attack: The Cottonmouthed Rattlegator makes two attacks: one with its bite and one with its sting, or it makes one attack with its tail swipe.
- Bite: Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (1d10 + 3) piercing damage and the target must make a DC 14 Constitution saving throw, taking 12(3d6) poison damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one. If the target is a creature, it is also grappled (escape DC 14).
- Sting: Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one creature grappled by the Cottonmouthed Rattlegator. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 3) piercing damage, and the target must make a DC 14 Constitution saving throw, taking 14 (4d6) poison damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
- Tail Swipe (Recharge 5-6): The Cottonmouthed Rattlegator makes a tail attack against each creature within 5 feet of it. Each target must make a DC 12 Dexterity saving throw, taking 7 (2d6) bludgeoning damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
Rattle Tail: As a bonus action, the Cottonmouthed Rattlegator Adult can shake its tail, creating a booming rattling sound. Creatures within 30 feet that can hear the sound must succeed on a DC 12 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened until the end of the Cottonmouthed Rattlegator Adult's next turn.
Description
The Cottonmouthed Rattlegator is a fearsome hybrid creature, combining the deadly features of an alligator, both a cottonmouth and rattlesnake, topped off with a giant scorpion's tail. Its body resembles that of a large alligator, covered in thick, scaly hide and equipped with powerful venomous jaws capable of poisoning and crushing bone. A long, segmented tail extends from its rear, ending in rattles and a venomous stinger that drips with potent toxins. As it moves, the Cottonmouthed Rattlegator emits a menacing rattling sound from its tail, warning would-be predators of its deadly capabilities.
Found lurking in swamps, marshes, and other watery habitats, the Cottonmouthed Rattlegator is a solitary predator that hunts both on land and in the water. It uses its keen sense of smell to track prey, ambushing unsuspecting victims with lightning-fast strikes from its powerful jaws and venomous tail. Those unfortunate enough to be caught in its grasp find themselves ensnared by the Cottonmouthed Rattlegator's vice-like grip, unable to escape as the creature delivers its lethal combination of crushing venomous bites and poisonous stings.
Despite its fearsome appearance, the Cottonmouthed Rattlegator is not inherently aggressive and will usually only attack if provoked or hungry. However, crossing paths with this deadly hybrid is a risk few are willing to take, as those who underestimate its strength and cunning often find themselves on the wrong end of its deadly arsenal of natural weapons.
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