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Manticore

Large Monstrosity, Lawful Evil
CR 3ArtilleryMountains / Hills
AC 14
Initiative +3 (13)
HP 68 (8d10 + 24)
Speed 30 ft., Fly 50 ft.
STR
17
+3
save +3
DEX
16
+3
save +3
CON
17
+3
save +3
INT
7
−2
save −2
WIS
12
+1
save +1
CHA
8
−1
save −1
Senses Darkvision 60 ft.; Passive Perception 11
Languages Common

Actions

Multiattack. The manticore makes three attacks, using Rend or Tail Spike in any combination.

Rend. Melee Attack Roll: Hit: +5, reach 5 ft. 7 (1d8 + 3) Slashing damage.

Tail Spike. Ranged Attack Roll: +5, range 100/200 ft. Hit: 7 (1d8 + 3) Piercing damage. Marilith Marilith