Frequency: Unique
No. Appearing: 1
Armor Class: -1
Move: 40’, burrow 30’, fly 50’
Hit Dice: 8d8 (32 hp)
% In Lair: 75%
Treasure Type: H
Attacks: 2 (2 claws or 1 claw and 1 bite or 1 claw and 1 breath weapon)
Damage: 1d8 Claw, 1d8 Claw, 2d6 Bite, 3d8 Super Steam Breath
Special Attacks: See Below
Special Defenses: Nil
Magic Resistance: All Heat Based spells
Intelligence: Highly Intelligent
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Size: L
Psionic Ability: Nil
Level/ X.P. Value: VIII / 600 + 12 per HP + 300 SAXPB
Sand Dragons are majestic and fearsome creatures that dwell exclusively in desert regions, where they burrow deep under the scorching sands to create intricate lairs of glass using their super-heated steam breath. These formidable beings are known for their cunning and power, instilling terror among those who cross their path.In combat, Sand Dragons unleash devastating attacks with their razor-sharp claws, powerful bite, and the ability to discharge scorching jets of boiling steam in a concentrated line, causing immense damage to anything caught in its path. Their mastery of destructive breath weaponry is matched only by their spellcasting abilities, which grow in complexity and potency with each stage of maturity.
As Sand Dragons age and mature, they gain access to a variety of spells, with each stage granting them spells of increasing levels. From 1st through 3rd maturity stages, they acquire 1st level spells; from 4th through 6th stages, they gain 2nd level spells; and at the 7th and 8th brackets, they unlock 3rd level spells. When rolling for spells, duplicates allow the dragon to use that specific spell twice per day, enhancing their magical arsenal and combat capabilities.
Encountering a Sand Dragon in the vast and unforgiving deserts is a formidable challenge for adventurers, as these ancient and powerful beings embody the raw fury and mystique of the arid lands they call home. Their ability to shape the environment to their will, cast potent spells, and unleash devastating attacks make them formidable adversaries that test the mettle of even the most skilled and courageous adventurers.
Special Abilities:
- Subterranean Lair: Sand Dragons burrow deep under the desert sand, creating lairs of glass using their super-heated steam breath to shape the environment to their liking.
- Boiling Steam Breath: Sand Dragons can discharge a blast of boiling steam in a straight line, 10 feet wide by 60 feet long, causing significant damage to anything caught in its path.
- Spellcasting: Sand Dragons gain spells based on their maturity levels, with each stage granting access to spells of increasing levels. Spells are determined randomly, with the potential for duplicates allowing the dragon to cast a particular spell twice per day.