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āMeet the Dire Snake: The colossal serpent that can crush and poison its prey with a single, terrifying strike!ā
Appearance: The Dire Snake is a monstrous reptile, a behemoth that slithers through the nightmares of the bravest souls. It boasts a girth comparable to a mature oak, with scales that shimmer in a kaleidoscope of dark greens and browns, perfect for blending into its woodland and marshy domains. Its eyes are deep pools of yellow, with slits for pupils that seem to pierce through the veil of the forest. The fangs of a Dire Snake are akin to ivory daggers, dripping with a venom that glows ominously under the moonlight.
Behavior: Dire Snakes are solitary predators, known for their patience and precision. They do not hunt frivolously; each movement is calculated, each strike is the culmination of hours, sometimes days, of stalking. Despite their size, they move with a disconcerting silence, their presence only revealed by the rustle of leaves or the occasional snap of a branch under their immense weight.
Habitat: These colossal serpents favor the dense underbrush of ancient forests and the secluded banks of forgotten swamps. They thrive in environments where their size is not a hindrance but an advantage, allowing them to ambush prey and navigate the terrain with surprising agility.
Modus Operandi: A Dire Snakeās method of hunting is a testament to its primal cunning. It relies on its natural camouflage to remain unseen, waiting for the perfect moment to unleash its deadly assault. With a burst of speed that belies its massive form, it strikes, ensnaring its prey with powerful coils capable of crushing armor and bone alike. Its venom is a secondary weapon, used to subdue the most tenacious of foes or to deliver a merciful end to a struggle.
Motivation: The Dire Snake is driven by the basic instincts of survival and dominance. It seeks to maintain its territory, to feed, and to perpetuate its lineage. In the world of fantasy, it often stands as a guardian of sacred places or as a formidable obstacle for adventurers, embodying the raw and untamed spirit of natureās darkest corners.
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Dire Snake
Huge beast, unaligned
Armor Class 16 (natural armor)
Hit Points 90 (12d12 + 12)
Speed 30 ft., climb 30 ft., swim 30 ft.
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 (+3) | 18 (+4) | 13 (+1) | 2 (-4) | 12 (+1) | 6 (-2) |
Skills Perception +3, Stealth +7
Senses Blindsight 30 ft., passive Perception 13
Languages —
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
Keen Smell. The dire snake has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.
Camouflage. The dire snake has advantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks made to hide in natural terrain.
Constrict. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 10 ft., one creature. Hit: 13 (2d8 + 4) bludgeoning damage, and the target is grappled (escape DC 14). Until this grapple ends, the creature is restrained, and the dire snake can’t constrict another target.
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 10 ft., one creature. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) piercing damage, and the target must make a DC 14 Constitution saving throw, taking 14 (4d6) poison damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
Actions
Multiattack. The dire snake makes one bite attack and one constrict attack.
Reactions
Uncanny Dodge. When an attacker that the dire snake can see hits it with an attack, the snake can use its reaction to halve the attack’s damage against it.
Description:
The Dire Snake is a colossal predator that slithers through dense jungles and murky swamps, its serpentine form blending seamlessly with the foliage as it hunts its prey with deadly precision. Towering over its smaller kin, the Dire Snake possesses immense strength and agility, capable of constricting even the largest of creatures with its muscular coils. Legends speak of ancient Dire Snakes that lurk in the depths of forgotten ruins, guarding hidden treasures with ruthless cunning and striking fear into the hearts of adventurers bold enough to challenge them. Its venomous bite delivers a potent poison that can incapacitate even the hardiest of foes, leaving them at the mercy of this fearsome predator.
Dire Snake
Dire animals are larger, tougher, and meaner versions of normal animals. They tend to have a feral, prehistoric look.
The dire snake combines the strength and power of a constrictor with the venomous bite of a viper. The dire snake looks like an enormous viper with dull green or brown scales and long fangs. Its head has two bony protrusions similar to horns placed just behind the eyes.
| Dire Snake | |
| Huge animal | |
| Hit Dice | 7d8+24 (52 hp) |
| Initiative | 5 |
| Speed | 30 ft., Climb 20 ft., Swim 20 ft. |
| AC | 18 (-2 size, +5 Dexterity, +5 natural), touch 13, flat-footed 13 |
| Attacks | Bite +10 melee |
| Damage | Bite 2d6 +10 plus poison |
| Face/Reach | 15ft. /10 ft. |
| Special Attacks | Constrict 1d6+10, improved grab, poison |
| Special Qualities | Low-Light Vision, Scent |
| Saves | Fort +8, Ref +10, Will +6 |
| Abilities | Strength 24, Dexterity 20, Constitution 16, Intelligence 2, Wisdom 15, Charisma 11 |
| Skills | Balance +14, Climb +15, Hide +6, Listen +8, Spot +8 |
| Feats | Alertness, Endurance, Toughness |
| Climate/Terrain | Temperate and warm land, aquatic, and underground |
| Organization | Solitary |
| Challenge Rating | 5 |
| Treasure | None |
| Alignment | Always neutral |
| Advancement | 8-12 HD (Huge); 9-12 HD (Large) |
| Level Adjustment | – |
COMBAT
Dire animals are fierce fighters that prefer melee combat. They are territorial, attacking anything that enters their territory or threatens their lairs.
Saving Throws: A dire animal has all good saves.
Constrict (Ex): With a successful grapple check, a dire snake can constrict a grabbed opponent, dealing 1d8+10 points of bludgeoning damage.
Poison (Ex): A dire snake delivers its poison (Fortitude save DC 16) with each successful bite attack. The initial and secondary damage is the same (1d6 points of Constitution damage).
Improved Grab (Ex): If a dire snake hits an opponent that is at least one size category smaller than itself with a bite attack, it deals normal damage and attempts to start a grapple as a free action without provoking an attack of opportunity (grapple bonus +20). If it gets a hold, it can also constrict in the same round. Thereafter, the dire snake has the option to conduct the grapple normally, or simply use its jaws to hold the opponent (-20 penalty on the grapple check, but the dire snake is not considered grappled). In either case, each successful grapple check it makes during successive rounds automatically deals bite and constrict damage.
Skills: A dire snake receives a +4 racial bonus on Hide, Listen, and Spot checks, and a +8 racial bonus on Balance checks.