Dire Wolf

The Dire Wolf is a fearsome and powerful creature. It is an ancient and larger cousin of the common wolf, renowned for its size, strength, and predatory nature. Dire Wolves are typically encountered in the wild, roaming in packs or inhabiting secluded areas.

Physically, the Dire Wolf resembles a larger and more robust version of a regular wolf. They have a muscular build, thick fur, and powerful jaws lined with sharp teeth. Their size alone is intimidating, standing taller at the shoulder and weighing significantly more than a typical wolf. Their eyes glow with a fierce and predatory gaze, reflecting their innate hunting instincts.

Dire Wolves are highly intelligent and possess a pack mentality. They are skilled hunters and work together in coordinated attacks to take down prey. Their howls echo through the wilderness, serving as both a means of communication and a warning to potential intruders.

In combat, Dire Wolves are formidable adversaries. They possess incredible strength and agility, allowing them to pounce on their foes and deliver devastating bites. Their jaws can crush bones and tear through flesh with ease. Dire Wolves are known for their tenacity and resilience, often fighting fiercely even when injured.

When encountered in the wild, Dire Wolves are territorial and protective of their pack and hunting grounds. They are adept at ambush tactics, using their stealth and speed to surprise unsuspecting prey or enemies. A pack of Dire Wolves can be a formidable challenge for adventurers, requiring careful strategy and teamwork to overcome.

In some cases, Dire Wolves may be tamed or magically bound to serve as loyal companions or mounts. These trained Dire Wolves are prized by those who can harness their power and loyalty, often serving as guardians or mounts for powerful individuals.

Encountering a Dire Wolf can be a thrilling and dangerous experience. Their combination of size, strength, and cunning makes them a formidable creature to face, whether as a fearsome predator in the wild or a loyal ally in the hands of a skilled trainer.

Special Abilities

Keen Hearing and Smell

The wolf has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on hearing or smell.

Pack Tactics

The wolf has advantage on an attack roll against a creature if at least one of the wolf’s allies is within 5 ft. of the creature and the ally isn’t incapacitated.

Actions

• Bite: Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (2d6 + 3) piercing damage. If the target is a creature, it must succeed on a DC 13 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.

Proficiencies

• Skill: Perception +3
• Skill: Stealth +4