Tiger

Tiger

Large beast, unaligned

1
Challenge Rating
200 XP

Within the untamed wilderness and dense jungles of the world, the Tiger roams as a majestic and fearsome predator. With its powerful physique and predatory instincts, the Tiger embodies the grace, strength, and untamed nature of the great feline hunters.

The Tiger is a large and muscular creature, its sleek coat adorned with striking patterns that provide excellent camouflage within its natural habitat. Its sharp claws and formidable jaws make it a formidable predator, capable of taking down prey with ease. With eyes that pierce through the darkness and acute senses, the Tiger is a true apex predator.

In the wild, Tigers are often found prowling through dense jungles, stalking their prey with a combination of stealth and speed. They are solitary creatures, fiercely territorial and guarding their hunting grounds with great ferocity. Their presence alone can send shivers down the spines of even the most seasoned adventurers.

In combat, the Tiger relies on its natural weapons and agility. With lightning-fast reflexes, it pounces upon its prey, claws slashing and teeth biting. Its sheer strength and swiftness make it a formidable opponent, capable of delivering devastating blows and quickly evading retaliation.

Tigers possess a predatory instinct that allows them to assess situations with remarkable accuracy. They are masters of ambush and can patiently stalk their prey for hours, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. This cunning makes them formidable hunters and difficult adversaries to face.

Encountering a Tiger is to face a wild and untamed force of nature. Its presence exudes an aura of primal power and untamed beauty. Engaging with a Tiger requires caution and respect for its predatory prowess. Only the most skilled warriors can hope to match its agility and strength in combat.

Tigers bring a touch of wilderness and the awe-inspiring allure of the great cats to the tapestry of the world. They serve as reminders of the untamed dangers that lurk in the depths of forests and jungles. Whether encountered as guardians of sacred groves, majestic beasts to be admired, or as fearsome adversaries to test one’s mettle, Tigers add a sense of natural grace, ferocity, and the unsettling presence of a true apex predator to the realms of adventure and exploration.

Special Abilities

Keen Smell

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

Pounce

If the tiger 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 13 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone. If the target is prone, the tiger can make one bite attack against it as a bonus action.

Actions

  • Bite: Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 8 (1d10 + 3) piercing damage.
  • Claw: Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d8 + 3) slashing damage.
Armor Class: 12 (DEX)
Hit Points: 37 (5d10+10)
Speed: 40 ft. (walk)
str
17
+3
dex
15
+2
con
14
+2
int
3
-4
wis
12
+1
cha
8
-1
Proficiency Bonus: +2

Proficiencies

  • Skill: Perception +3
  • Skill: Stealth +6

Senses

  • Passive Perception: 13
  • Darkvision: 60′
Environment: Forest, Grassland

Credits: SRD 5.1