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“Unleash the Speed and Elegance of the Majestic Ostrich – Nature’s Swift Runner of the Open Savannas!”
Appearance: The Ostrich, a true marvel of the savannas, stands tall with elegant, flightless grace. Its soft, earth-toned feathers create a striking contrast with its long, sturdy legs. A distinct, bare neck reveals the vibrant hues of its skin, while large, intelligent eyes peer curiously from beneath prominent lashes.
Behavior: A creature of both beauty and pragmatism, the Ostrich is known for its swift movements and communal living. In groups, they display a social harmony, utilizing their keen senses to detect threats. When faced with danger, their instinctive response is to rely on their incredible speed, reaching up to 45 miles per hour.
Habitat: Thriving in the expansive grasslands and semi-arid regions of Africa, the Ostrich claims its territory on the open savannas. Well-adapted to varying conditions, they can endure both scorching temperatures and colder nights. Their nomadic nature leads them to wander in search of food and suitable nesting grounds.
Modus Operandi: While typically peaceful, the it’s primary mode of defense is its remarkable speed. When confronted by predators, it relies on swift sprints to outpace the threat. In times of necessity, their powerful legs serve as formidable weapons, capable of delivering forceful kicks to deter would-be assailants.
Motivation: The Ostrich is motivated by the perpetual pursuit of sustenance and the preservation of its lineage. Mating rituals involve captivating displays of dancing and plumage, emphasizing the desire to secure a mate. While primarily driven by survival instincts, their communal nature also highlights the importance of social bonds within the flock.
Ostrich 5e
Ostrich Pathfinder
Ostrich
Medium beast, unaligned
Armor Class 12
Hit Points 27 (6d8)
Speed 60 ft.
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 (+2) | 14 (+2) | 10 (0) | 2 (-4) | 12 (+1) | 8 (-1) |
Skills Athletics +4, Perception +3
Senses Passive Perception 13
Languages —
Challenge 1/2 (100 XP)
Keen Eyesight. It has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight.
Actions
Kick. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (2d6 + 2) bludgeoning damage. If the target is a creature, it must succeed on a DC 12 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.
Swift Sprint. It takes the Dash action as a bonus action.
Reactions
Evade. When a melee attack misses the ostrich, it can use its reaction to move up to half its speed without provoking opportunity attacks.
This human-sized bird has a long neck and legs sprouting from a round body covered in fluffy gray feathers.
Ostrich CR 1
XP 400
N Medium animal
Init +2; Senses low-light vision; Perception +8
DEFENSE
AC 13, touch 12, flat-footed 11 (+2 Dex, +1 natural)
hp 13 (2d8+4)
Fort +5, Ref +5, Will +1
OFFENSE
Speed 60 ft.
Melee claw +4 (1d6+4)
STATISTICS
Str 17, Dex 14, Con 14, Int 2, Wis 13, Cha 11
Base Atk +1; CMB +4; CMD 16
Feats EnduranceB, RunB, Skill Focus (Perception)
Skills Acrobatics +6 (+18 when jumping), Perception +8
SQ crouch
SPECIAL ABILITIES
Crouch (Ex)
An ostrich can hide in plain sight as a bush or shrub by crouching down and concealing its head and legs. It makes a Stealth check as normal, but anyone who observes it from within 30 feet automatically sees through the ruse.
ECOLOGY
Environment warm deserts or plains
Organization solitary, pair, pride (5–10), or flock (11–50)
Treasure none
Adult female ostriches average 6 feet tall and weigh about 220 pounds, with males averaging 7 to 9 feet and 250 pounds. Although they are likely to flee from predators when they can, ostriches are more than willing to stand and fight when trapped or defending their chicks; they’re known to kick even lions to death in defense of their young.
A trained ostrich has a market price of 80 gp, whereas an egg is worth 25 gp. Because it’s bipedal, an ostrich requires an exotic saddle.
Ostrich Companions
An ostrich can be taken as an animal companion by a druid. An ostrich companion possesses the following base statistics.
Starting Statistics: Size Small; Speed 40 ft.; AC +1 natural armor; Attack claw (1d4); Ability Scores Str 13, Dex 16, Con 12, Int 2, Wis 13, Cha 11; Special Qualities low-light vision.
4th-Level Advancement: Size Medium; Speed 60 ft.; Attack claw (1d6); Ability Scores Str +4, Dex –2, Con +2; Special Qualities crouch.
Section 15: Copyright Notice
Pathfinder Campaign Setting: Osirion, Legacy of Pharaohs © 2014, Paizo Publishing, LLC; Authors: Alex Greenshields, Amanda Hamon, Jonathan H. Keith, Ron Lundeen, and David N. Ross.