Black Bear
Creature 2 — animal
Pre-Remaster content. May include legacy alignment.
CrasherSnareLANDanimal
Contrary to the name, black bears can be cinnamon or even blond in coloration, depending on which hue is most beneficial for surviving in their local environment. Regardless of their coloration, they are opportunistic eaters who gain sustenance from berries and nuts just as often as from fish and smaller mammals. They steal food when they find it, including from humanoid camps. Although they are predators, black bears are more timid than other bears. Unless defending themselves or their young, b
Source: pathfinder-bestiary-2 (Pre-Remaster)
Perception +8; low-light-vision, scent (imprecise) 30 feet
Skills athletics +9, survival +7
Str
+3
Dex
+2
Con
+3
Int
-4
Wis
+1
Cha
-2
AC 18
Fort +11
Ref +8
Will +5
HP 32
Speed 35 feet
Offense
Melee Jaws (unarmed) +9, Damage 1d8+5 piercing
Melee Claw (agile, unarmed) +9, Damage 1d6+5 slashing plus Grab
Abilities
Mauler — The black bear gains a +1 circumstance bonus to damage rolls against creatures it has grabbed.
Grab —
WORKS WELL WITH
AnvilLANDA durable frontline holds the group's attention while this breaks off to maul an isolated straggler.
SniperLANDA ranged attacker finishes a target that the grab has already immobilized.
FlankerLANDA mobile striker exploits the opening created once the grab ties up a target's attention.
PUNISHES
✖ isolated targets✖ low Fortitude
Works well with · Punishes · Pairing advice
Unlock with Tactics
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