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(Dinosaur) Piatnitzkysaurus

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By Paleocolour – File:Piatnitzkysaurus floresi reconstruction.jpg, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=62801129

Appearance: The Piatnitzkysaurus is a formidable predator, resembling a sleek and agile carnivore with a lithe build and sharp features. Its long, muscular body is adorned with scales or feathers, providing both protection and agility in its movements. Its head is equipped with powerful jaws filled with razor-sharp teeth, perfect for tearing through flesh with ease. Its keen eyes gleam with intelligence and predatory instinct, constantly scanning its surroundings for prey.

Behavior: A cunning and opportunistic hunter, the Piatnitzkysaurus stalks its territory with silent precision, blending seamlessly into its environment as it patiently waits for the perfect moment to strike. Highly adaptable, it displays both solitary and pack-hunting behaviors depending on the availability of prey and other environmental factors. Despite its predatory nature, it may also exhibit social behaviors within its own kind, establishing dominance hierarchies and cooperating during hunts when necessary.

Habitat: The Piatnitzkysaurus roams diverse landscapes ranging from dense jungles to open plains, utilizing its natural camouflage and agility to navigate its surroundings with ease. It prefers areas rich in vegetation and water sources, which attract a variety of prey species to sustain its voracious appetite.

Modus Operandi: Using its keen senses and stealthy movements, the Piatnitzkysaurus patiently tracks its prey, relying on ambush tactics and lightning-fast strikes to overwhelm unsuspecting victims. It may employ pack tactics to take down larger prey or solitary hunting strategies when stalking smaller targets. Once it has secured its meal, it wastes no time in devouring its catch, leaving little behind except scattered bones and remnants.

Motivation: Driven by primal instincts and the relentless pursuit of sustenance, the Piatnitzkysaurus’s primary motivation is survival. Constantly seeking out food to fuel its predatory lifestyle, it will stop at nothing to secure its next meal, even if it means competing with other apex predators or facing formidable challenges in its environment.


  • Piatnitzkysaurus 5e
  • Piatnitzkysaurus 3.5 (Homebrew)

Large beast, unaligned


Armor Class 14 (natural armor)

Hit Points 67 (9d10 + 18)

Speed 40 ft.


STRDEXCONINTWISCHA
18 (+4)14 (+2)16 (+3)5 (-3)12 (+1)7 (-2)

Skills Perception +3, Stealth +4

Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 13

Languages

Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)


Keen Smell. The Piatnitzkysaurus has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.

Pounce. If the Piatnitzkysaurus 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 14 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone. If the target is prone, the Piatnitzkysaurus can make one bite attack against it as a bonus action.

Ambush Predator. The Piatnitzkysaurus has advantage on attack rolls against any creature it has surprised.


Actions

Multiattack. The Piatnitzkysaurus makes two attacks: one with its bite and one with its claws.

Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (1d10 + 4) piercing damage.

Claws. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 12 (2d6 + 4) slashing damage.

Tail Swipe (Recharge 5-6). The Piatnitzkysaurus swings its tail in a 10-foot radius around itself. Each creature within range must make a DC 14 Dexterity saving throw, taking 14 (4d6) bludgeoning damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.


Piatnitzkysaurus is a fearsome predator, known for its stealthy nature and powerful attacks. With its keen sense of smell and ambush tactics, it can catch its prey by surprise, pouncing on them with deadly precision. Its claws and teeth are sharp and capable of inflicting severe injuries, making it a formidable opponent in the wild.

Piatnitzkysaurus is a megalosaur that could reach 20 feet in length. While humanoids are not its main prey, it is quite willing to devour them.

Originally Posted by Nilbog of the Wizards Community forums.

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Piatnitzkysaurus 
Size/TypeLarge animal
Hit Dice7d8+28 (60 hp)
Initiative+1
Speed40 ft. (8 squares)
Armor Class14 (-1 size, +1 Dexterity, +4 natural)
Base Attack/Grapple+5/+15
AttackBite +11 melee (2d6+6)
Full AttackBite +11 melee (2d6+6), 2 claws +8 melee (1d6+3)
Space/Reach10 ft./10 ft.
Special Attacks
Special QualitiesLow-Light Vision, Scent
SavesFort +6, Ref +8, Will +2
AbilitiesStrength 23, Dexterity 14, Constitution 17, Intelligence 2, Wisdom 11, Charisma 6
SkillsSpot +5, Listen +5
FeatsHorrific Roar*, Multiattack, Weapon Focus (bite)
EnvironmentWarm and temperate forests
OrganizationSolitary or pair
Challenge Rating5
TreasureNone
AlignmentAlways neutral
Advancement5-8 HD (Large)

Horrific Roar

Originally Posted by Nilbog of the Wizards Community forums.

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Horrific Roar [General]
Prerequisites: Size Large or larger, type animal, magical beast, or dragon.
Benefit: You can roar up to three times per day as a standard action. This roar forces all creatures within a 40-foot radius to make a Will save (DC 10 + 1/2 your Hit Dice + your Charisma modifier) or be shaken for 2d4 rounds.

Currently in the World

In the midst of the lost world, a Piatnitzkysaurus emerges from the dense foliage, its lithe form gracefully moving through the verdant landscape. Its sleek body, adorned with iridescent scales, glistens in the dappled sunlight filtering through the canopy above. With keen eyes scanning the surroundings, it exudes an aura of primal authority, its every movement calculated and precise.

The Piatnitzkysaurus’s long, sinuous tail trails behind it, providing balance and agility as it prowls through its territory. Its muscular limbs ripple with latent power, poised to unleash lightning-fast strikes upon unsuspecting prey. Sharp claws protrude from its digits, ready to rend flesh and secure its next meal.

As it moves with silent grace, the Piatnitzkysaurus emits a low, rumbling growl, a testament to its predatory prowess. Its elongated snout holds rows of dagger-like teeth, a fearsome sight that strikes fear into the hearts of smaller creatures. Despite its formidable appearance, there is a sense of elegance to its movements, a reminder of its place as a master of its domain.

In this lost world, the Piatnitzkysaurus reigns supreme, a majestic predator navigating the primordial landscape with an air of confidence and authority. It is a living relic of a bygone era, a symbol of strength and survival in a world teeming with ancient wonders and untold dangers.

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