This ability functions as @UUID[Compendium.pf2e.bestiary-ability-glossary-srd.Item.Grab], plus on a success, the mantis can choose to pull the creature adjacent to it, then makes a mandibles Strike against the creature. This extra benefit doesn&#x27;t apply when the mantis maintains the Grab.

Capturing Grab

The giant mantis lunges forward, making a leg Strike with an extended reach of 20 feet. If it hits, the mantis can use Capturing Grab after the Strike even if the creature is out of reach.

Lunging Strike

On the first round of combat, creatures that haven&#x27;t acted are <a href="/condition/off-guard">Off Guard</a> to the giant mantis.

Sudden Strike

Giant Mantis - These massive cousins of praying mantises stand taller than an average human. These predators possess lightning-quick forelegs and a bone-breaking bite....

This ability functions as @UUID[Compendium.pf2e.bestiary-ability-glossary-srd.Item.Grab], plus on a success, the mantis can choose to pull the creature adjacent to it, then makes a mandibles Strike against the creature. This extra benefit doesn't apply when the mantis maintains the Grab.

On the first round of combat, creatures that haven't acted are @UUID[Compendium.pf2e.conditionitems.Item.Off-Guard] to the giant mantis.

These massive cousins of praying mantises stand taller than an average human.
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These predators possess lightning-quick forelegs and a bone-breaking bite.

Giant Mantis

Mandibles

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These massive cousins of praying mantises stand taller than an average human. These predators possess lightning-quick forelegs and a bone-breaking bite.