Frequency: Rare
No. Appearing: 1
Armor Class: 5
Move: 40’, swim 30’
Hit Dice: 6d8 (27 hp)
% In Lair: 30%
Treasure Type: U
Attacks: 2 (2 claws 0r 1 bite and 1 Claw )
Damage: 1d8 Bite / 1d6 Claw / 1d6 Claw
Special Attacks: Nil
Special Defenses: Nil
Magic Resistance: Standard
Intelligence: Highly Intelligent
Alignment: Neutral
Size: M
Psionic Ability: False Empathy
Level / X.P. Value: VI / 225 + 8 per HP + 125 SAXPB
The Swampstalker is a ferocious and fearsome predator that prowls the murky swamps, marshes, and clear lakes of the world, utilizing its formidable abilities to hunt and defend its territory. Standing over four and a half feet tall at the shoulder, it is covered in thick, leathery scales of mottled brown and green hues, providing exceptional camouflage in its swampy habitat and rendering it nearly invisible to unsuspecting prey.With a catlike head sporting powerful jaws lined with sharp teeth and piercing yellow eyes that gleam in the darkness, the Swampstalker is a sight to behold in the shadowy depths of its domain. Muscular forelimbs ending in razor-sharp claws and powerful hind legs equipped for navigating swampy terrain with ease, enabling it to move swiftly and attack relentlessly.
Possessing a keen sense of smell that borders on the supernatural, the Swampstalker can detect prey from great distances, distinguishing scents without confusion and anticipating enemies attempting to surround it. Its False Empathy psionic ability emits a signal that draws prey to a specific location, manipulating their instincts and luring them into its grasp, showcasing its cunning hunting tactics and ambush strategies that make it a formidable predator.
Despite its territorial nature and solitary lifestyle, the Swampstalker is not inherently evil but driven by its predator instincts to hunt and survive in its harsh environment. Those who cross paths with the Swampstalker in its territory do so at their own peril, as it is a formidable foe that embodies the fierce and primal essence of the untamed wilderness.
Special Abilities:
- Camouflaged Scales: The Swampstalker’s thick, leathery mottled brown and green scales make it nearly invisible in swampy environments, granting it an enhanced ability to hide and stalk prey.
- Keen Senses: The Swampstalker possesses a keen sense of smell, allowing it to detect prey from a distance and discern scents accurately without confusion. It can also sense enemies trying to surround it and determine escape routes.
- False Empathy: The Swampstalker emits a psionic signal that makes prey feel drawn to a specific location, creating a false sense of urgency or need, luring them closer for an ambush. This ability enhances its hunting efficiency and ensures prey comes within striking distance.