Buy me a coffeeDinosaur, Coelophysis – The Hollow-Boned Stalker
“Meet Coelophysis: The Swift, Hollow-Boned Predator That Ruled the Late Triassic!”
A lithe, sinewy predator stretching nearly 10 feet in length, Coelophysis boasts a narrow, elongated skull brimming with serrated teeth. Its large, forward-facing eyes gleam with predatory focus, while its hollow bones and powerful hind limbs hint at a creature built for speed and agility. A long, whip-like tail aids in balance, and its clawed forelimbs are poised to snatch unsuspecting prey.
Behavior:
An opportunistic hunter, often operating in coordinated packs to overwhelm prey. While capable of solitary hunting, it exhibits a preference for group tactics, using swift, synchronized movements to encircle and isolate targets. Its keen senses and strategic approach make it a formidable foe in its environment.
Habitat:
Thriving in the arid floodplains and sparse woodlands of the Late Triassic, it favours regions with intermittent water sources and ample cover. It often establishes territories near riverbanks or within dry savannas, where prey is abundant and escape routes are plentiful.
Modus Operandi:
Employing a blend of stealth and speed, Coelophysis initiates hunts by silently tracking potential prey, then launching sudden, coordinated attacks. Its lightweight frame allows for rapid acceleration, and its sharp claws and teeth ensure a swift kill. In packs, it utilizes flanking maneuvers to confuse and corral victims, minimizing the chance of escape.
Motivation:
Driven by an insatiable hunger and a survivalist instinct, Coelophysis is perpetually on the hunt. Its pack-oriented nature fosters a competitive environment, where dominance is established through successful kills. This relentless pursuit of sustenance and status propels it to take calculated risks, making it both a cunning predator and a persistent threat to any creature crossing its path.
Coelophysis 5e
Coelophysis 3.5
Coelophysis
Small Beast (Dinosaur), Unaligned
Armor Class 14 (Natural Armor)
Hit Points 27 (5d6 + 10)
Speed 40 ft.
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 (+0) | 16 (+3) | 14 (+2) | 2 (−4) | 12 (+1) | 6 (−2) |
Saving Throws Dexterity +5
Skills Perception +3, Stealth +5
Senses Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 13
Languages —
Challenge 1/2 (100 XP)
Proficiency Bonus +2
Traits
Keen Sight and Smell.
It has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight or smell.
Pack Tactics.
The Coelophysis has advantage on an attack roll against a creature if at least one of the Coelophysis’s allies is within 5 feet of the creature and the ally isn’t incapacitated.
Pounce.
If the Coelophysis moves at least 20 feet straight toward a creature and then hits it with a claw attack on the same turn, that target must succeed on a DC 12 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone. If the target is prone, the Coelophysis can make one bite attack against it as a bonus action.
Actions
Multiattack.
The Coelophysis makes two attacks: one with its bite and one with its claws.
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target.
Hit: 7 (1d6 + 3) piercing damage.
Claws. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target.
Hit: 6 (1d4 + 3) slashing damage.
Description
Its a small, agile dinosaur known for its speed and pack hunting tactics. These predators often coordinate attacks to overwhelm prey, using their keen senses to track and ambush targets. Their lightweight build allows for swift movements, making them formidable opponents despite their size.
Coelophysis
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This slender biped has a long snout with jagged teeth, small clawed arms, a long tail and a small crest of feathers on the back of its head.
Originally Posted by Shade of the En World forums.
Coelophysis, also known as pokedesaurus, is a smaller carnivorous dinosaur, roughly equivalent to a reptilian wolf.
These creatures are usually 10 feet long, with almost half of that length being tail. They usually live in small packs, with solitary individuals usually being outcasts or young males seeking a mate. Sometimes, though, many packs will merge into an unstoppable horde of creatures, which eat anything in their path, including each other. After a few months of ravaging the wilderness, the horde disperses, sometimes because of some calamity killing all of its members, but sometimes with no loss of life to any of the coelophysises. Sages are still unsure of why this happens, as there is no obvious environmental trigger.
| Dinosaur, Coelophysis | |
| Medium animal | |
| Hit Dice | 2d8+4 (13 hp) |
| Initiative | +4 |
| Speed | 60 ft .(12 squares) |
| Armor Class | 17 (+4 Dexterity, +3 natural), touch 14, flat-footed 13 |
| Base Attack/Grapple | +1/+2 |
| Attack | Bite +5 melee (1d6+1) |
| Full Attack | Bite +5 melee (1d6+1) and 2 claws +0 melee (1d3) |
| Space/Reach | 5 ft./5 ft. |
| Special Attacks | Trip |
| Special Qualities | Low-Light Vision, Scent, uncanny dodge |
| Saves | Fort +5, Ref +7, Will +1 |
| Abilities | Strength 12, Dexterity 18, Constitution 14, Intelligence 2, Wisdom 12, Charisma 10 |
| Skills | Hide +9, Jump +13, Listen +6, Move Silently +9, Spot +6, Survival +6 |
| Feats | Track (B), Weapon Finesse |
| Environment | Warm deserts and plains |
| Organization | Solitary, pair, pack (4-7) or horde (10-100) |
| Challenge Rating | 2 |
| Treasure | None |
| Alignment | Always neutral |
| Advancement | 3-6 HD (Medium) |
| Level Adjustment | – |
COMBAT
Coelophysises attack prey from ambush, knocking it down and nipping at its prone form. They shy away from any prey larger than themselves, and will not attack humans unless starved (or in a horde).
Trip (Ex): A coelophysis that hits with a bite attack may immediately make a trip attempt (+1 check modifier) as a free action without provoking an attack of opportunity. If the attempt fails, the opponent cannot react to trip the coelophysis.
Skills: A coelophysis has a +4 racial bonus on Hide, Listen, Move Silently, Spot and Survival checks.
Originally appeared in Monster Manual II (1983).