Viper Swarm

Creature 4

commonAnimalSwarm

Perception +12; Low Light Vision, Scent

Skills Acrobatics +13, Stealth +11

CHA -3

CON +3

DEX +5

INT -4

STR +1

WIS +2

AC 18; Fort +11, Ref +13, Will +10

HP 50

Resistances Bludgeoning 5, Piercing 5, Slashing 3

Weaknesses Area Damage 5, Splash Damage 5

Speed 30 feet, Climb 30 feet, Swim 30 feet

The frightening mass of shining scales, gleaming eyes, and fangs dripping with venom that constitute a viper swarm has brought an end to many an unlucky adventurer. Normally nocturnal, these notoriously aggressive snakes strike at anything that comes within reach, be it limb or weapon. Their venom is a potent toxin that leaves victims shaky and weak. Those who are lucky may receive a warning strike without venom before being attacked in earnest.

Snakes of some variety thrive in every non-arctic ecosystem, each with their own particular hunting patterns and defense mechanisms.