Buy me a coffeeDinosaur, Yangchuanosaurus, the Shadowed Predator
“Lurking in the mists of forgotten jungles, the Yangchuanosaurus is a crested tyrant that hunts like a shadow and strikes like a thunderclap.”
Yangchuanosaurus is a formidable carnivorous theropod, measuring approximately 30 feet in length. Its robust skull features distinctive bony crests above the eyes, giving it an intimidating visage. The dinosaur’s muscular frame is supported by powerful hind limbs built for bursts of speed, while its long tail provides balance and agility. Its skin is likely rough and scaly, mottled in shades of dull green and brown to blend into dense jungle foliage.
Behavior
Yangchuanosaurus is an apex predator within its domain, solitary by nature and highly territorial. It employs keen senses to track prey and avoids unnecessary confrontations with rivals. When hunting, it relies on stealth and surprise, stalking through thick undergrowth before launching swift, devastating attacks. Although primarily a hunter of large herbivores, it is opportunistic and will scavenge if the chance arises.
Habitat
This dinosaur thrives in dense, humid coniferous and fern-filled forests found in Late Jurassic China. The thick vegetation and uneven terrain provide ample cover for stalking prey and ambushing. It often patrols the edges of riverbanks and floodplains where herbivores gather to drink.
Modus Operandi
Yangchuanosaurus prefers to isolate and weaken prey before the kill. It uses its powerful jaws and serrated teeth to deliver deep bites, aiming for vulnerable spots such as the neck or flanks. Its hunting strategy involves a mix of stealth, speed, and brute force, making it capable of taking down prey larger than itself. In combat, it is relentless and focused, unwilling to disengage until the threat is neutralized or the prize secured.
Motivation
Driven by survival and territorial instinct, Yangchuanosaurus hunts not only for sustenance but to assert dominance over its hunting grounds. It defends its territory fiercely against intruders, using displays of aggression and deadly force. The creature’s motivation is straightforward: survive, feed, and maintain control over a rich hunting territory to ensure its lineage continues.
Yangchuanosaurus 5e
Yangchuanosaurus 3.5
Yangchuanosaurus
Huge beast, unaligned
Armor Class: 15 (natural armor)
Hit Points: 136 (13d12 + 52)
Speed: 40 ft.
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 (+5) | 12 (+1) | 19 (+4) | 3 (–4) | 14 (+2) | 8 (–1) |
Saving Throws: Str +9, Con +8
Skills: Perception +6, Stealth +5
Damage Resistances: Bludgeoning from nonmagical attacks
Senses: Darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 16
Languages: —
Challenge: 7 (2,900 XP)
Traits
Keen Smell. Advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.
Ambush Predator. Advantage on attack rolls against surprised creatures.
Massive Frame. Advantage on saving throws against being moved or knocked prone.
Limited Arms. Tiny forelimbs can’t be used to attack or manipulate.
Actions
Multiattack. The Yangchuanosaurus makes two attacks: one with its lunge bite and one with its tail sweep (if available).
Lunge Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target.
Hit: 26 (4d8 + 5) piercing damage. After a hit, the Yangchuanosaurus can attempt to shove the target (escape DC 16). On a failed shove, the target is knocked prone.
Tail Sweep (Recharge 6). The Yangchuanosaurus sweeps its massive tail in a 15-foot arc. Each creature in that area must succeed on a DC 16 Dexterity saving throw or take 21 (4d8 + 3) bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone. Half damage and no prone on a successful save.
Legendary Actions
The Yangchuanosaurus can take 2 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. Only one legendary action option can be used at a time and only at the end of another creature’s turn. It regains spent legendary actions at the start of its turn.
- Move. Move up to half its speed without provoking opportunity attacks.
- Chomp (Costs 2 Actions). Makes one lunge bite attack.
Tactics
Yangchuanosaurus stalks prey using stealth and smell, aiming for surprise attacks with its lunge bite. It uses the shove to knock foes prone, controlling the battlefield. When threatened by groups, it uses tail sweeps to keep enemies at bay.
Yangchuanosaurus
The Yangchuanosaurus was a very large, ferocious meat-eater living at the end of the Jurassic Period.
Originally Posted by Allenbdinoboy of the Wizards Community forums.
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| Yangchuanosaurus | |
| Huge animal | |
| HD | 17d8+85 (161 HP) |
| Initiative | +1 (+1 Dexterity) |
| Speed | 50 ft. (10 squares) |
| Armor Class | 16 (-2 size, +1 Dexterity, +7 natural), touch 9, flat-footed15 |
| Base Attack/Grapple | +14/+ 26 |
| Attack | Bite +24 melee (3d6+13/ 19-20 x2) |
| Full Attack | Bite +24 melee (3d6+13), |
| Space/Reach | 10 ft./15 ft. |
| Special Attacks | Improved Grab, Swallow Whole, |
| Special Qualities | Low-Light Vision, Scent |
| Saves | Fort +15, Ref +11, Will +7 |
| Abilities | Strength 28, Dexterity 12, Constitution 20, Intelligence 2, Wisdom 14, Charisma 8 |
| Skills | Spot: +12, Listen +12, |
| Feats | Power Attack, Improved Natural Attack (Bite), Weapon Focus (Bite), Run, Snatch, Improved Critical (Bite) |
| Environment | Warm land |
| Organization | Solitary or Pair |
| Challenge Rating | 12 |
| Treasure | None |
| Alignment | Always neutral |
| Advancement | Hatchling 5-7 HD (small), Juvinile 8-11 HD (medium), Young Adult 12-16 HD (Large), Adult 17-36 HD (Huge), Shogun 37+ (Gargantuan) |
Combat
Yangchuanosaurus normally rushes at it’s opponent and catches it in it’s Snatch attack, then throws it if possible.
Improved Grab (Ex) To use this ability, a Yangchuanosaurus must hit an opponent of up to one size smaller with its bite attack. It can then attempt to start a grapple as a free action without provoking an attack of opportunity
Swallow Whole (Ex) A Yangchuanosaurus can try to swallow a grabbed opponent of up to two sizes smaller by making a successful grapple check . The swallowed creature takes 2d8+8 points of bludgeoning damage and 8 points of acid damage per round from the Yangchuanosaurus’ gizzard. A swallowed creature can cut its way out by using a light slashing or piercing weapon to deal 25 points of damage to the gizzard (AC 15). Once the creature exits, muscular actioncloses the hole; another swallowed opponent must cut its own way out. A Yangchuanosaurus can hold of Adult 2 medium, 4 small, 16 Tiny and so on in its Gizzard.