Buy me a coffeeCetacean, Orca (Killer Whale)
“Ocean’s Apex Predator Revealed: The Majestic Orca Unveiled in One Jaw-Dropping Line!”
Appearance: Orcas, also known as killer whales, boast a striking black and white coloration, with a sleek, torpedo-shaped body reaching lengths of up to 32 feet. Their iconic black saddle patches near the dorsal fin and distinctive white eye patches contribute to their awe-inspiring appearance.
Behavior: Highly intelligent and social, orcas live in close-knit family groups called pods. They exhibit complex communication through clicks, whistles, and calls, showcasing a remarkable ability for cooperation in hunting and raising their young. Known for their playful antics, they’re often seen breaching, spy-hopping, and tail-slapping.
Habitat: Orcas are found in oceans worldwide, from the Arctic to the Antarctic, adapting to both open seas and coastal environments. Their versatility allows them to navigate diverse habitats, including fjords, deep oceanic waters, and even shallow coastal areas.
Modus Operandi: As apex predators, orcas employ various hunting techniques depending on their location and prey. Some pods specialize in hunting fish, while others, known as “transient” orcas, target marine mammals. They collaborate strategically, using teamwork to surround, stun, or even beach themselves temporarily to snatch prey.
Motivation: Orcas’ motivation centers around survival, family bonds, and social interaction. Their sophisticated hunting strategies and communication skills are essential for securing food and maintaining the cohesion of their tight-knit family units. Protection of their young and communal well-being drives their actions in the vast oceanic realms they call home.
Orca (Killer Whale) 5e
Orca (Killer Whale) Pathfinder
Orca
Amphibious yet majestic, the orca prowls the seas with unmatched grace. While fearsome in battle, its true strength lies in the familial bonds that drive its actions beneath the ocean waves.
Large beast (whale), unaligned
Armor Class 12 (natural armor)
Hit Points 84 (8d12 + 32)
Speed swim 60 ft.
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 (+5) | 12 (+1) | 18 (+4) | 2 (-4) | 12 (+1) | 7 (-2) |
Skills Perception +3
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 13
Languages —
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
Hold Breath. The orca can hold its breath for 30 minutes.
Echolocation. The orca can’t use its blindsight while deafened.
Actions
Actions
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 21 (3d8 + 5) piercing damage.
Tail Slap. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 16 (2d6 + 5) bludgeoning damage.
Swallow. The orca makes one bite attack against a Medium or smaller target it is grappling. If the attack hits, the target is swallowed, and the grapple ends. The swallowed target is blinded and restrained, has total cover against attacks and other effects outside the orca, and takes 21 (6d6) acid damage at the start of each of the orca’s turns. If the orca takes 30 damage or more on a single turn from a creature inside it, the orca must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw at the end of that turn or regurgitate the swallowed creature, which falls prone in a space within 10 feet of the orca. If the orca dies, a swallowed creature is no longer restrained by it and can escape from the corpse using 15 feet of movement, exiting prone.
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This sleek black whale has a distinctive white patch near each eye and a mouth filled with sharp teeth.
The orca, or “killer whale,” is actually the largest species of dolphin. Adult orcas are typically 15–25 feet long and weigh 8,000–12,000 pounds
Orca CR 5
XP 1,600
N Huge animal
Init +6; Senses blindsight 120 ft., low-light vision; Perception +19
DEFENSE
AC 16, touch 10, flat-footed 14 (+2 Dex, +6 natural, –2 size)
hp 67 (9d8+27)
Fort +9, Ref +8, Will +5
OFFENSE
Speed swim 80 ft.
Melee bite +13 (2d6+12)
Space 15 ft.; Reach 10 ft.
STATISTICS
Str 27, Dex 15, Con 16, Int 2, Wis 15, Cha 6
Base Atk +6; CMB +16; CMD 28
Feats Endurance, Improved Initiative, Skill Focus (Perception, Swim), Weapon Focus (bite)
Skills Perception +19, Swim +28; Racial Modifiers +8 Perception
SQ hold breath
SPECIAL ABILITIES
Hold Breath (Ex)
An orca can hold its breath for a number of minutes equal to 6 times its Constitution score before it risks drowning.
ECOLOGY
Environment cold oceans
Organization solitary, pair, or pod (3–20)
Treasure none