Owl

“Whooo’s There? Unveiling the Enchanting Secrets of Nature’s Nighttime Guardian!”

Appearance: Owls are nocturnal birds of prey with distinctive characteristics such as a large, rounded head, forward-facing eyes, and a flat facial disk that aids in sound localization. They possess sharp, hooked beaks and powerful talons. Their soft, mottled feathers often provide excellent camouflage in their surroundings.

Behavior: Known for their silent flight, owls are stealthy hunters that rely on keen eyesight and exceptional hearing. They exhibit a range of behaviors, from their iconic head-swiveling to agile mid-air maneuvers. Many species are solitary, establishing territories for hunting and nesting.

Habitat: Owls inhabit diverse environments, ranging from dense forests to open fields, deserts, and even urban areas. They are adaptable creatures, with specific species favoring particular habitats based on prey availability and nesting requirements.

Modus Operandi: Owls are expert hunters, employing a sit-and-wait strategy. They silently perch, patiently observing their surroundings before swooping down to catch prey with their powerful talons. Their diet includes small mammals, birds, and insects.

Motivation: Owls are motivated by the instinctual drive to hunt and survive. Their territorial nature ensures access to abundant prey. Breeding seasons bring about additional motivations related to nesting and raising young owlets, fostering the continuation of their species.

• Owl 5e

• Owl 3.5

Owl

Small Beast, Unaligned

Armor Class 12
Hit Points 5 (2d6 – 2)
Speed 5 ft., Fly 60 ft.

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STR	DEX	CON	INT	WIS	CHA
3 (-4)	14 (+2)	9 (-1)	2 (-4)	14 (+2)	5 (-3)

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Skills Perception +4
Senses Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 14
Languages —
Challenge 0 (10 XP)

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Keen Hearing and Sight. The owl has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on hearing or sight.

Flyby. The owl doesn’t provoke opportunity attacks when it flies out of an enemy’s reach.

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Actions

Talons. Melee Weapon Attack: +1 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 2 (1d2 – 1) slashing damage.

Hoot. The owl emits a hooting sound audible up to 300 feet away. The hoot may serve as a signal to other creatures or as a method of communication.

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Traits

Silent Flier. The owl’s flight is virtually silent, making it adept at surprise attacks.

Nocturnal Hunter. The owl has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks made in low-light conditions and darkness.

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Reactions

Evasion. When subjected to an effect that allows it to make a Dexterity saving throw to take only half damage, the owl instead takes no damage on a successful save.

The statistics presented here describe nocturnal birds of prey from 1 to 2 feet long, with wingspans up to 6 feet. They combine both talons into a single attack.

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Owl
Tiny animal
Hit Dice	1d8 (4 hp)
Initiative	+3
Speed	10 ft. (2 squares), Fly 40 ft. (average)
Armor Class	17 (+2 size, +3 Dexterity, +2 natural), touch 15, flat-footed 14
Base Attack/Grapple	+0/-11
Attack	Talons +5 melee (1d4-3)
Full Attack	Talons +5 melee (1d4-3)
Space/Reach	2-1/2 ft./0 ft.
Special Attacks	–
Special Qualities	Low-Light Vision
Saves	Fort +2, Ref +5, Will +2
Abilities	Strength 4, Dexterity 17, Constitution 10, Intelligence 2, Wisdom 14, Charisma 4
Skills	Listen +14, Move Silently +17, Spot +6*
Feats	Weapon Finesse (claw)
Environment	Temperate forests
Organization	Solitary
Challenge Rating	1/4
Advancement	2 HD (Small)
Level Adjustment	–

Combat

Owls swoop quietly down onto prey, attacking with their powerful talons.

Skills Owls have a +8 racial bonus on Listen checks and a +14 racial bonus on Move Silently checks. *They have a +8 racial bonus on Spot checks in areas of shadowy illumination