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Stryx 2014

CR 1/8 monstrosity

Tiny monstrosity, neutral

Armor Class
13
Hit Points
10 (4d4)
Speed
10 ft., fly 60 ft.
STR3 (-4)
DEX17 (+3)
CON11 (+0)
INT8 (-1)
WIS15 (+2)
CHA6 (-2)
Saving Throws
Skills
Perception +4, Stealth +5
Senses
darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 14
Languages
Common, Elvish
Challenge
1/8 (25 XP) · Proficiency Bonus +2
False Appearance.

Until a stryx speaks or opens its mouth, it is indistinguishable from a normal owl.

Flyby.

The stryx doesn't provoke opportunity attacks when it flies out of an enemy's reach.

Innate Spellcasting.

the stryx's innate spellcasting ability is Wisdom. It can cast the following spell, requiring no components:

3/day: comprehend languages

Keen Hearing and Sight.

The stryx has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on hearing or sight.

Actions

Talons.

Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 1 slashing damage.

Environments: Forest or Jungle, Urban

Other versions

2014 Stryx · Tome of Beasts (2023)

Source: Tome of Beasts (Kobold Press) · License: OPEN GAME LICENSE Version 1.0a details