Large Beast (Cursed), Neutral Evil
AC 16 Natural Armor    Initiative +5 (15)
HP 95 (10d10 + 40)
Speed 30 ft., Swim 50 ft.
Mod Save
STR 22 +6 +9
DEX 15 +2 +5
CON 19 +4 +7
Mod Save
INT 1 −5 −5
WIS 14 +2 +2
CHA 3 −4 −4
Skills Perception +6, Stealth +6, Survival +5
Resistances Cold
Immunities Poison; Poisoned, Prone
Senses Darkvision 60 ft; Passive Perception 16
Languages None
CR 5 (XP 1,800; PB +3)
Traits

Amphibious. The bristleback can breathe air and water.

 Bristlespines. (1/Turn) When the bristleback takes damage from a creature within 5 feet of it, that creature takes 3 (1d6) [slashing] damage. If the bristleback is grappling a creature, that creature also takes the same damage (type and amount).

 

Actions

Multiattack. The bristleback makes one bite and one tail attack.

Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., 1 target. Hit: 10 (1d8 + 6) [piercing] damage and 3 (1d6) [poison] damage on a failed DC15 Constitution save: on a success, the target takes half the poison damage.

Tail. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 10 ft., 1 target. Hit: 10 (2d6) [bludgeoning] damage and 5 (1d4 + 3) [slashing] damage.

Constrict. Strength Saving Throw: DC 15, one Large or smaller creature the bristleback can see within 5 feet. Failure: 7 (3d4) [bludgeoning] damage, and the target has the Grappled condition (escape DC 15).

Reactions

Quick Strike. Once per round, the bristleback can strike a creature within 10 ft using its tail as an opportunity attack.

Description

A large snake like creature, the bristleback has been cursed and twisted by a spell or exposed to one of the evil/chaotic planes. Black and green scales cover its body with long black spines that are sharp as any dagger. The bristleback has glowing jade eyes that allow it to see in the dark as well as the dark waters of the habitats it is found in.

Habitat: ForestSwampUnderwater

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