Bloodhound Senses (Tracker Only). The Battlehound has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on hearing or smell. Additionally, while being leashed by a Houndmaster, the Houndmaster gains the same benefits as the Battlehound.
Pack Tactics (Warhound Only). The Battlehound has advantage on attack rolls against a creature if at least one of the Battlehounds allies is within 5 feet of the creature and the ally isn’t incapacitated. Additionally, while being leashed by a Houndmaster, the Houndmaster gains advantage on the first attack roll it makes on each of its turns.
Prevent Escape (Hunter Only). The Battlehound can force a creature to make a grappling as part of its bite action with a DC of 5 + the damage dealt by the bite action for the grappling check. Additionally, while being leashed by a Houndmaster, a creature hit by a melee weapon attack from the Houndmaster has its movement speed halved until the start of its next turn.
Keen Instinct (Guidehound Only). The Battlehound cannot be surprised. Additionally, while being leashed by a Houndmaster, the Houndmaster cannot be surprised.
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d4 + 3) piercing damage.
Lunge (Recharge 3-6). The Battlehound uses its bonus action to move up to 15 feet in a straight line without provoking opportunity attacks.
Description
The Battlehounds of Courvas are widely deployed beasts that help to support the front lines of battle and are a staple amongst the Houndmasters. These hounds are vicious and loyal, fighting alongside their masters in battle and assisting them in survival wherever else possible. Due to their loyal, helpful nature and their knowledge of the wilds, they are very popular amongst the scouts and soldiers of Courvas as helpful guides that alert their legions of danger, help them track down enemies and prevent them from getting away. Aside from these benefits, they are kept commonly by soldiers and adventurers of Midland for the sake of companionship, the ranks of which bear them oftentimes being in high spirits thanks to their canine friends.
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