Grizzly Bear

Veteran — Massive Forest Predator

Lore

A towering, muscle‑bound apex predator of the deep woods. Grizzlies defend territory with terrifying ferocity, capable of shattering bone with a single swipe.

Stat Block

Health Points: 7d6 + 14 (38)
Offense: 11 (Mauling Claws) + Free Bite Attack 11  Melee: TN 13
Defense: 4 (Thick Hide & Muscle)  Dodge: TN 12, Fend:  TN 13
Speed: 8
Rank: Veteran Beast, Level 5

SKILLS

Remarkable (8): Might, Endurance
Good (6): Awareness, Brawl
Fair (5): Agility, Wilderness Lore, Magic Resistance
Useless (0): All other Skills

Attacks

Mauling Claws — TN:13, 11 OFF
On Crit: target is knocked prone.

Bite — Free Attack (TN:13, 11 OFF)
On Crit: target suffers bleeding (1 per round).

Abilities

Rage‑Surge — When reduced below half HP, gains +2 to damage for the rest of the fight.
Territorial Roar — Once per encounter, forces all creatures within 20 paces to pass Moderate (10) Endurance Reaction Roll or suffer –1 to rolls for d3 rounds.
Thick‑Bone Bulk — Advantage on resisting grapples or knockdowns.

Behaviour

Solitary, territorial, and fearless. Charges perceived threats, especially if surprised or defending cubs.
“Ambush predator; prefers to strike from elevated dunes.” — used as behavioural reference for natural predators.

d6 Loot

1-2 Nothing
3 - Bone shard
4 - Claw trophy (25GC)
5 - Bear hide (100gc)
6 - Hunter’s lost trinket - Roll on special items