Dicynodont, Dicynodon

This dog-sized creature resembles a fat lizard with a short tail and a turtle’s head. Two fangs are situated directly behind its hooked beak.

Originally Posted by Shade of the En World forums.

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Dicynodon is a dicynodont, an herbivorous therapsid (“mammal-like reptile”). Dicynodonts are characterized by their parrot-like beaks, two tusks in the upper jaw, and barrel-shaped bodies with splayed legs. Dicynodon is a common, widespread representative of the dicynodont lineage. Unlike some of its smaller cousins (such as the robertia), the dicynodon is relatively unspecialized, which accounts for its wide range.

Dicynodons average about 4 feet in length and weigh around 60 pounds.

Dicynodont, Dicynodon
Small animal
Hit Dice	2d4+6 (13 hp)
Initiative	+0
Speed	20 ft. (4 squares)
Armor Class	13 (+1 size, +2 natural), touch 11, flat-footed 13
Base Attack/Grapple	+1/-3
Attack	Bite +2 melee (1d4)
Full Attack	Bite +2 melee (1d4)
Space/Reach	5 ft./5 ft.
Special Attacks	—
Special Qualities	Low-Light Vision, Scent
Saves	Fort +5, Ref +3, Will +1
Abilities	Strength 10, Dexterity 10, Constitution 15, Intelligence 2, Wisdom 12, Charisma 4
Skills	Hide +5, Listen +5, Spot +5
Feats	Alertness
Environment	Temperate or warm land
Organization	Solitary, pair, or herd (5-40)
Challenge Rating	1/2
Treasure	None
Alignment	Always neutral
Advancement	3-4 HD (Small); 5-6 HD (Medium)
Level Adjustment	—

COMBAT

Dicynodons flee if threatened, but will bite as a last resort.

Originally appeared as “dicynodont” in Dragon Magazine #112 (1986).