Strute (5e Creature)

Strute

Large monstrosity, unaligned Armor Class 13 (natural armor) Hit Points 90 (12d10 + 24) Speed 60 ft. STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA 16 (+3) 17 (+3) 15 (+2) 5 (-3) 5 (-3) 10 (+0) Saving Throws Strength +4, Dexterity +5 Damage Immunities Poison Senses passive Perception 12 Languages — Challenge 4 (1,100 XP) ACTIONS Multiattack: The strute makes two attacks, one with its kick and one with its spike. Kick: Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 feet, one target. Hit: 8 (2d4 + 3) bludgeoning damage. Spike: Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 feet, one target. Hit: 8 (1d8 + 4) piercing damage plus 9 (2d8) poison damage.

Strutes are wild, giant birds, similar to the related ostriches or cassowaries but even more vicious. They attack with powerful kicks and poisonous spikes protruding from their chests. Many have sought after them as mounts; few have succeeded.

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