Hive Mind. The Blighted Barracuda shares a telepathic connection with other Blighted creatures. If one Blighted creature is aware of a hostile creature, all in the hive mind are also aware.
Blighted Scourge. Natural weapon attacks by the Blighted Barracuda carry the Blighted Scourge infection. A creature hit by the barracuda's attacks must succeed on a DC 13 Constitution saving throw or contract the Blighted Scourge.
Keen Smell. The Blighted Barracuda has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.
Ambush Predator. The Blighted Barracuda has advantage on attack rolls against any creature that hasn’t taken a turn in the combat yet
Multiattack. The Blighted Barracuda makes two Bite attacks.
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (3d8 + 3) piercing damage. The target must succeed on a DC 13 Constitution saving throw or contract the Blighted Scourge.
Blighted Frenzy (Recharge 5–6). The Blighted Barracuda thrashes wildly, releasing a wave of blighted energy in a 15-foot radius. Each creature within range must make a DC 13 Dexterity saving throw, taking 14 (4d6) Blighted energy damage on a failed save or half as much damage on a successful one. Creatures that fail the saving throw also advance one stage in the Blighted Scourge infection.
Description
The Blighted Barracuda is a swift and deadly predator lurking in the tainted waters of the Blighted Seas. Its sleek, corrupted form pulses with eerie violet energy, and its jagged teeth drip with toxic blight. A master of ambush, it strikes with terrifying speed, infecting its prey with the Blighted Scourge before vanishing into the darkness once more.
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