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M A N T I O R E
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A monster n every sense f the word, a manticore has
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a vaguely humanoid head, the body of a lion, and the
wings of a dragon. A bristling mane stretches down
MANTI O RE the creature's back, and its long tail ends in a cluster of
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Large monstrosity, lawf u l evil deadly spikes that can impale prey at impressive range.
Evil Predators. Manticores are fierce killers that hunt
Armor Class 14 (natural armor) far and wide for prey. They work together to take down
Hit Points 68 (8dl0 + 24) particularly large or dangerous creatures, sharing the
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Speed 30 ft , fly 50 ft. meal once a kill is made. A manticore begins its attack
with a volley of tail spikes, then lands and uses its claws
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
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17 (+3) 16 (+3) 1 7 (+3) 7 (-2) 12 (+l) 8 (- ) and bite. When outdoors and outnumbered, it uses its
wings to stay aloft, attacking from a distance until its
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Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 1 spikes are depleted.
Languages Common A manticore isn't particularly bright, but it possesses
Challenge 3 (700 XP) a malevolent nature and the ability to converse. In the
course of attacking, it denigrates its foes and offers to
kill them swiftly if they beg for their lives. If a manticore
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Tail Spike Regrowth. h e manticore a s twenty-four tail spikes. sees an advantage to be gained by sparing a creature's
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Used spikes regrow when the manticore finishes a long rest.
life, it does so, asking for a tribute or sacrifice equal to
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AC I O N S its loss of food.
Monstrous Relationships. Manticores serve wicked
Multiattack. The manticore makes three attacks: one with its masters that treat them well and provide regular prey. A
bite and two with its claws or three with its tail spikes.
manticore might provide aerial support for an ore horde
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. or a hobgoblin army. Another could serve as a hunting
Hit: 7 (ld8 + 3) piercing damage. companion for a hill giant -chief, or guard the entrance to
a lamia's lair.
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Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to i t, reach 5 ft., one target. The manticores' greatest territorial rivals include
Hit: 6 (ld6 + 3) slashing damage.
chimeras, griffons, perytons, and wyverns. Manticores
T a il Spike. Ranged Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, range 100/200 ft., hunting as a pack often have the advantage of greater
one target. Hit: 7 (ld8 + 3) piercing damage. numbers. In addition to these creatures, manticores fear
dragons and avoid them.
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