Roc

In the vast and towering peaks of the world, the Roc soars as a colossal and awe-inspiring creature. With its enormous wingspan, sharp talons, and mighty beak, the Roc embodies majesty, power, and the primal dominance of the skies.

The Roc is a colossal avian predator, often depicted as resembling a giant eagle or hawk, but on an unimaginable scale. Its wings can span up to 50 feet or more, allowing it to glide effortlessly through the skies. Its feathers are a mixture of earth tones, blending with the rugged landscapes it calls home. The Roc’s beak is a formidable weapon, capable of rending flesh and breaking bones with ease.

As a master of the skies, the Roc possesses incredible strength and agility. It can snatch up creatures, including large animals or even humanoids, in its massive talons and carry them away. Legends tell of Rocs capable of lifting entire elephants or great boulders. Such sightings inspire awe and fear, as these majestic creatures can be both awe-inspiring and dangerous.

Rocs are known for their territorial nature, often claiming vast mountain ranges or rocky cliffs as their hunting grounds. They build massive nests atop high peaks, where they lay their eggs and rear their young. Encroaching upon a Roc’s territory is a perilous endeavor, as these creatures fiercely defend their domain with incredible ferocity.

Encountering a Roc is to witness a creature of immense size and primal power. Its presence exudes an aura of dominion and freedom, as it soars high above the world with a grace that belies its size. Engaging with a Roc requires both strategic thinking and unwavering resolve, as its swooping attacks, powerful talons, and piercing beak make it a formidable opponent.

Rocs bring a touch of aerial wonder and the grandeur of the natural world to the tapestry of the world. They serve as reminders of the vastness and diversity of creatures that inhabit the skies, and the insignificance of mortal beings in comparison. Whether encountered as distant figures in the sky, guardians of hidden mountain treasures, or as adversaries in epic aerial battles, Rocs add a sense of awe-inspiring power and the untamed freedom of flight to the realms of adventure and exploration.

Special Abilities

Keen Sight

The roc has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight.

Actions

• Multiattack: The roc makes two attacks: one with its beak and one with its talons.
• Beak: Melee Weapon Attack: +13 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 27 (4d8 + 9) piercing damage.
• Talons: Melee Weapon Attack: +13 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 23 (4d6 + 9) slashing damage, and the target is grappled (escape DC 19). Until this grapple ends, the target is restrained, and the roc can’t use its talons on another target.

Proficiencies

• Saving Throw: DEX +4
• Saving Throw: CON +9
• Saving Throw: WIS +4
• Saving Throw: CHA +3
• Skill: Perception +4