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“Step into the Enchanting World of Pandas – Nature’s Adorable Bamboo Munchers and Guardians of Tranquil Forests!”
Appearance: The Panda, a living embodiment of serenity, is adorned with a distinctive black and white coat, a testament to its gentle and rare nature. With round, soulful eyes and a rotund frame, it exudes an aura of calm. The agile paws, equipped with opposable thumbs, are perfect for grasping the bamboo it cherishes.
Behavior: A creature of tranquility, it is often found lounging in bamboo groves, embodying a laid-back demeanor. Despite its solitary tendencies, it engages in social interactions during the mating season. Known for its slow and deliberate movements, the Panda radiates a sense of peace, a reflection of its harmonious existence in the bamboo-laden landscape.
Habitat: Pandas thrive in the cool, misty mountains of central China, where bamboo forests blanket the slopes. Content in the company of these towering grasses, they navigate the hilly terrain with ease. The serene ambiance of the mountainous landscapes complements the Panda’s affinity for solitude.
Modus Operandi: Fueling itself almost entirely on bamboo, the Panda’s daily routine revolves around leisurely foraging and consuming copious amounts of its beloved plant. Despite their robust jaws and teeth, they rarely engage in aggressive behavior, opting for a peaceful existence. The Panda’s modus operandi involves utilizing its keen senses to navigate dense bamboo thickets with finesse.
Motivation: Their motivation centers on the pursuit of harmony and sustenance within its bamboo-filled haven. Through a cycle of seasonal rituals, including mating and raising cubs, it strives to maintain a delicate balance in its tranquil world. As stewards of the bamboo forests, Pandas play a vital role in preserving the ecosystems they call home.
Panda 5e
Panda 3.5
Panda
Medium beast, unaligned
Armor Class 12
Hit Points 27 (6d8)
Speed 30 ft.
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 (+3) | 10 (0) | 14 (+2) | 2 (-4) | 12 (+1) | 7 (-2) |
Skills Perception +3
Senses Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 13
Languages —
Challenge 1 (200 XP)
Keen Smell. It has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.
Actions
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (2d6 + 3) piercing damage.
Gentle Grasp. It makes a Dexterity (Acrobatics) check with advantage to grapple a target. If successful, the target is grappled (escape DC 13). The panda can’t make a bite attack while grappling.
Reactions
Peaceful Retreat. When the panda takes damage from a creature within 5 feet of it, it can use its reaction to Disengage and move 10 feet without provoking opportunity attacks.
Optional Regional Effects
The presence of a panda within a mile imparts a calming influence on the environment. Creatures allied with the panda gain advantage on Wisdom saving throws, reflecting the aura of tranquility the panda exudes.
This thick, white-furred bear has black fur on its ears, eye patches, muzzle, legs, and shoulders.
Originally Posted by Shade of the En World forums.
Pandas feed mostly on bamboo shoots, eating up to 30 pounds per day. It supplements this diet with fish, meat, and eggs. They lead a relatively sedentary lifestyle.
Generally solitary, with each adult claiming a defined territory, they communicate through vocalization and scent marking. Adept climbers, occasionally taking shelter in hollow trees or rock crevices. They do not establish permanent dens.
A panda is 4 to 6 feet long and 2-1/2 feet tall at the shoulder, weighing 200 to 250 pounds, they live over 25 years.
| Panda | |
| Medium animal | |
| Hit Dice | 3d8+6 (19 hp) |
| Initiative | +2 |
| Speed | 30 ft. (6 squares), Climb 10 ft. |
| Armor Class | 14 (+2 Dexterity, +2 natural), touch 12, flat-footed 12 |
| Base Attack/Grapple | +2/+5 |
| Attack | Claw +6 melee (1d4+3) |
| Full Attack | 2 claws +6 melee (1d4+3) and bite +1 melee (1d6+1) |
| Space/Reach | 5 ft./5 ft. |
| Special Attacks | – |
| Special Qualities | Low-Light Vision, Scent |
| Saves | Fort +5, Ref +5, Will +2 |
| Abilities | Strength 16, Dexterity 15, Constitution 15, Intelligence 2, Wisdom 12, Charisma 6 |
| Skills | Climb +11, Hide +2*, Listen +4, Spot +4 |
| Feats | Endurance, Run |
| Environment | Temperate and cold forests and mountains |
| Organization | Solitary or pair |
| Challenge Rating | 2 |
| Treasure | None |
| Alignment | Always neutral |
| Advancement | 4-5 HD (Medium) |
| Level Adjustment | – |
COMBAT
Pandas defend themselves with powerful teeth and claws.
Skills: Pandas have a +8 racial bonus on Climb checks and can always choose to take 10 on Climb checks, even if rushed or threatened.
*In areas of snow and shade, a panda gains a +8 racial bonus on Hide checks.
Based off the black bear in Monster Manual (1977).