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Giant Centipede

Creature -1 — animal

SnareLANDVERTICALanimalvermin

Most giant centipedes (known as sewer centipedes when found in cities) nest in small groups but hunt alone when they seek out food. Attempts to domesticate giant centipedes for use as guardians or pets generally end poorly, but some communities of goblins, kobolds, and mitflits have developed effective methods of utilizing these vermin as guardians. Other groups roast and eat centipedes, often with pungent peppers as a savory delicacy, although care must be taken in preparing the meal to avoid t

Source: pathfinder-monster-core

Perception +6; darkvision
Skills acrobatics +6, athletics +2, stealth +6
Str
-1
Dex
+3
Con
+1
Int
-5
Wis
+1
Cha
-4
AC 15 Fort +7 Ref +6 Will +2
HP 8
Speed 30 feet, climb 30 feet

Offense

Melee Mandibles (finesse) +6, Damage 1d4-1 piercing plus Giant Centipede Venom

Abilities

Giant Centipede Venom (poison) — Saving Throw DC 14 Fortitude

Maximum Duration 6 rounds

Stage 1 1d4 poison damage (1 round)

Stage 2 1d4 poison damage and Off-Guard (1 round)

Stage 3 1d4 poison damage, Clumsy 1, and Fatigued (1 round)

WORKS WELL WITH

AnvilVERTICALA tank occupies attention while this creature's venom stacks on melee engagers.
CrasherLANDA bruiser finishes off poisoned, Off-Guard targets.

PUNISHES

✖ low Fortitude✖ melee reliance
Works well with · Punishes · Pairing advice Unlock with Tactics

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