Bulette

A Bulette, often referred to as a “land shark”, is a massive, hulking beast with the head of a predatory reptile and a heavily armored body resembling that of a monstrous beetle.

The Bulette possesses powerful, muscular legs and large, sharp claws, which it uses to swiftly traverse the ground. Its body is covered in thick, bony plates that provide exceptional protection against attacks. These plates also give the creature its distinctive appearance, with a rough, armored hide ranging in color from earthy browns to shades of gray.

Known for its insatiable hunger, the Bulette is a ferocious predator that burrows through the earth, lying in wait for unsuspecting prey to pass by. With a massive, gaping mouth filled with rows of razor-sharp teeth, it lunges at its victims with tremendous force and devours them in a single bite. Its powerful jaws can tear through armor and bone with ease.

The Bulette’s size and strength make it a formidable opponent. It possesses incredible speed, allowing it to launch surprise attacks with lightning-fast strikes. Its natural instincts, combined with its relentless hunger, make it a fearsome creature to encounter in the wild.

Legends and tales of the Bulette often strike fear into the hearts of adventurers and locals alike. The creature’s ability to burst from beneath the ground and its relentless pursuit of prey have earned it a fearsome reputation. Its presence in an area can disrupt travel and pose a significant threat to those who venture too close to its hunting grounds.

Defeating a Bulette requires careful strategy and skill. Its armored hide makes it resistant to most attacks, requiring precise strikes to find weak points. Those who manage to overcome this mighty creature may find valuable resources within its remains, including its bony plates and the occasional treasure it has consumed.

Encountering a Bulette is a perilous and exhilarating experience. Its power, speed, and insatiable hunger make it a force to be reckoned with, a formidable creature lurking beneath the earth, waiting to strike at any moment.

Special Abilities

Standing Leap

The bulette’s long jump is up to 30 ft. and its high jump is up to 15 ft., with or without a running start.

Actions

• Bite: Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 30 (4d12 + 4) piercing damage.
• Deadly Leap: If the bulette jumps at least 15 ft. as part of its movement, it can then use this action to land on its ft. in a space that contains one or more other creatures. Each of those creatures must succeed on a DC 16 Strength or Dexterity saving throw (target’s choice) or be knocked prone and take 14 (3d6 + 4) bludgeoning damage plus 14 (3d6 + 4) slashing damage. On a successful save, the creature takes only half the damage, isn’t knocked prone, and is pushed 5 ft. out of the bulette’s space into an unoccupied space of the creature’s choice. If no unoccupied space is within range, the creature instead falls prone in the bulette’s space.

Proficiencies

• Skill: Perception +6