Medium Humanoid (Gnoll), Chaotic Evil
Armor Class 13 (natural armor)
Hit Points 55 (10d8 + 10)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
12 (+1)
DEX
15 (+2)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
9 (-1)
WIS
16 (+3)
CHA
10 (+0)
Skills Intimidation +2, Perception +3
Damage Resistances Necrotic
Damage Immunities Poison
Condition Immunities Exhaustion, Frightened, Poisoned
Senses Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 15
Languages Abyssal, Gnoll
Challenge 3 (700 XP)
Proficiency Bonus +2
Traits

Pack Tactics. The Corrupted Gnoll Shaman has advantage on attack rolls against a creature if at least one of the gnoll leader's allies is within 5 feet of the creature and the ally isn’t incapacitated.

Spellcasting. The Corrupted Gnoll Shaman is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC 13, +5 to hit with spell attacks). The Corrupted Gnoll Shaman has following spells prepared:

Cantrips (at will): thaumaturgy, chill touch, toll the dead

1st level (4 slots): inflict wounds, Bane

2nd level (3 slots): hold person, spiritual weapon

Actions

Multiattack. The leader makes two melee attacks.

Corrupted Staff. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d8 + 2) bludgeoning damage plus 3 (1d6){"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"damage","rollDamageType":"necrotic"} necrotic damage.

Necrotic Pulse  (Recharge 5–6). The shaman releases a wave of necrotic energy. Each creature within 20 feet of the shaman must make a DC 13 Constitution saving throw, taking 14 (4d6) necrotic damage on a failed save, or half as much on a successful one.

Corrupted Aura.
At the start of each of the shaman's turns, each creature of its choice within 10 feet must succeed on a DC 13 Constitution saving throw or take 5 (1d10) {"diceNotation":"1d10", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction necrotic damage.

Description

 

  • Before Combat: The shaman casts Bane to weaken enemies.
  • During Combat: It uses Spiritual Weapon to harass distant foes and Inflict Wounds against high-value targets.
  • When Bloodied (below half HP): The shaman may use Hold Person to control threats and ensure allies can finish off key enemies.

 

Monster Tags: Gnoll

Habitat: Forest

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