Lightning Tentacle (5e Trap)

Lightning Tentacle

Simple trap (level 8 –4, deadly threat)

It's a powerful coiled dark purple tentacle that hides in water and erupts from the water to grab it's prey and drag them under while electrocuting them.

Trigger. walking within 20 foot radius of trap

Effect. +8 to attack vs AC; one target; deals 5d10 lightning damage to said target each round and requires a DC. 16 strength save to break free from the grapple. Reels target towards itself (generally underwater)

Countermeasures. Perception check dc. 16, hurling oil or grease on the trap deactivates it's lightning damage, 20 acid damage destroys traps.

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