Rat

In the hidden nooks and crannies of dungeons and urban environments, the Rat scurries as a common but tenacious creature. With its small size, keen senses, and adaptability, the Rat embodies resourcefulness, survival instincts, and the unassuming presence of a ubiquitous rodent.

The Rat is a small mammal, typically covered in fur that ranges in color from gray to brown. Its slender body allows it to squeeze through tight spaces and navigate narrow tunnels with ease. With sharp teeth and a keen sense of smell, Rats are formidable scavengers, always on the lookout for sources of food and opportunities to survive.

These rodents are known for their remarkable adaptability, thriving in various environments such as sewers, dungeons, and even bustling cities. They are adept at finding shelter in hidden corners, crevices, or beneath the floorboards, ensuring their safety from larger predators. Rats are known for their rapid breeding cycles, making them highly prolific and increasing their presence in urban and dungeon environments.

While individually Rats may not pose a significant threat, their strength lies in their numbers. They are often encountered in swarms, overwhelming their opponents with their sheer quantity. Rats can carry diseases, their bites can cause infections, and they may even steal small items or gnaw through important materials if left unchecked.

Rats are opportunistic creatures, feeding on scraps, insects, or anything they can scavenge. They have an uncanny ability to detect the presence of food or potential danger, making them formidable survivors in even the harshest conditions. Legends speak of giant or mutated Rats, created through magical experimentation or exposure to supernatural forces, posing an even greater threat to adventurers.

Encountering a Rat is to face a creature of tenacity and adaptability. Their presence exudes an aura of persistence and survival, as they scurry through their chosen environments with relentless determination. Engaging with a swarm of Rats requires both vigilance and strategic thinking, as their numbers and disease-carrying potential can be a challenge to overcome.

Rats add a touch of verminous danger and the bustling underbelly of urban life to the tapestry of the world. They serve as reminders of the constant struggle for survival in even the most mundane of settings. Whether encountered as a nuisance to be dealt with swiftly or as an infestation indicative of a greater underlying threat, Rats bring a sense of resilience and the ever-present cycle of life to the realms of adventure and exploration.

Special Abilities

Keen Smell

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

Actions

• Bite: Melee Weapon Attack: +0 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 1 piercing damage.