Panther

In dense jungles and shadowed depths, the Panther prowls as a sleek and predatory creature. With its lithe movements, keen senses, and natural grace, the Panther embodies stealth, ferocity, and the essence of the untamed wilderness.

The Panther is a large feline predator, renowned for its powerful muscles, sharp claws, and shimmering coat of fur. Its sleek body is built for agility and speed, allowing it to move swiftly and silently through its woodland habitat. Panthers are typically covered in a coat of dark fur, which provides excellent camouflage in the shadows of the forest.

Known for their exceptional senses, Panthers possess keen eyesight and acute hearing, allowing them to detect the slightest movement or sound. Their night vision is particularly remarkable, granting them an advantage in dimly lit environments. Panthers are patient hunters, often stalking their prey with calculated precision before launching into a lightning-fast ambush.

Panthers are solitary creatures, fiercely territorial and independent. They establish vast hunting territories, marking their domains with scent and claw markings to ward off potential intruders. Panthers are known for their solitary and elusive nature, avoiding direct conflicts unless they feel threatened or their territory is encroached upon.

These feline predators are adept at traversing their woodland environment. They can climb trees with ease, using this skill to gain vantage points, escape from danger, or surprise unsuspecting prey. Panthers are known for their powerful leaps, enabling them to pounce on their victims with remarkable agility and force.

Encountering a Panther is to face a creature of grace and lethal precision. Its presence exudes an aura of primal majesty, as it moves effortlessly through its domain. Engaging a Panther requires both physical prowess and strategic thinking, as its stealthy nature and deadly strikes demand careful observation and quick reflexes.

Panthers bring a touch of wild beauty and predatory instinct to the tapestry of the natural world. They serve as reminders of the dangers and wonders that exist beyond the boundaries of civilization, embodying the raw power and untamed spirit of the wilderness. Whether encountered as elusive hunters or as guardians of sacred groves, Panthers add a thrilling and formidable presence to the realms of adventure and exploration.

Special Abilities

Keen Smell

The panther has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.

Pounce

If the panther moves at least 20 ft. straight toward a creature and then hits it with a claw attack on the same turn, that target must succeed on a DC 12 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone. If the target is prone, the panther can make one bite attack against it as a bonus action.

Actions

• Bite: Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d6 + 2) piercing damage.
• Claw: Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 4 (1d4 + 2) slashing damage.

Proficiencies

• Skill: Perception +4
• Skill: Stealth +6