Creature
Owlbear of Cerberus
Large magical beast, summon and polymorph template
The Owlbear of Cerberus is an ancient aberration: a bear with an owl's head, probably born from a failed transmutation ritual that no one will claim. It is territorial, never flees, and seizes prey to crush against its chest. Lumberjacks recognize its cry from half a mile away and return to the village.
Its first profile becomes available with Summon or Polymorph Level 4.
Owlbear of Cerberus (Polymorph & Summon Template)
Choose a known profile whose listed level is no higher than the level of Summon or Polymorph actually cast. Generate its body from the locked Spell DC; see Magical Creature Templates.
Combat Profile
| Characteristic | Level 4 | Level 6 | Level 8 | Level 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Large | Large | Large | Large |
| STR multiplier | ×0.90 | ×1.20 | ×1.55 | ×2.00 |
| DEX multiplier | ×0.55 | ×0.65 | ×0.75 | ×0.90 |
| HP per STR | 20 | 40 | 80 | 160 |
| Attacks | 4 | 5 | 7 | 9 |
| Spell Actions | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| General Actions | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| Dedicated Dodges | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Reach | 10 ft | 10 ft | 10 ft | 10 ft |
| DR | 4 | 8 | 16 | 32 |
The owlbear uses the standard Ground Speed generated by DEX. Its claws can seize, carry, climb, and tear, but cannot perform work requiring hands.
Attacks
| Attack | Level 4 | Level 6 | Level 8 | Level 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claws | 2d10 + STR | 3d10 + STR | 4d10 + STR | 6d10 + STR |
| Beak | 2d8 + STR | 3d8 + STR | 4d8 + STR | 6d8 + STR |
Traits
Crushing Embrace. Once per round, the owlbear can replace one attack with a grapple. Until the target escapes, it automatically takes Claw damage each tick without spending another owlbear attack.
Fury. Below 50% of maximum HP, the owlbear adds +20% to all its damage.
Owl Senses. The owlbear has Darkvision to 60 ft and exceptional hearing. Both are very favorable factors when it detects intruders in its territory.
An Unyielding Mind
A natural or summoned owlbear never flees and cannot be frightened. A caster using Polymorph retains their own mind and does not gain this mental immunity.