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An opponent can attack a gloomfog’s branches
with a sunder attempt as if they were weapons. A
gloomfog’s branches have 5 hit points each. If a
gloomfog is currently grappling a target with the
branch that is being attacked, it usually uses its other
limb to make its attack of opportunity against the
opponent making the sunder attempt. Severing one
of a gloomfog’s branches deals 2 points of damage
to the creature. A gloomfog usually withdraws from
combat if it loses a branch. The creature regrows
severed limbs in 2d4 days.
Attach (Ex): If a gloomfog hits with a branch
attack, it uses its twig like appendages to latch onto
the opponent’s body. An attached gloomfog is
effectively grappling its prey. The gloomfog loses
its Dexterity bonus to AC and has an AC of 22, but
holds on with great tenacity.
An attached gloomfog can be struck with a
weapon or grappled itself. To remove an attached
gloomfog through grappling, the opponent must
achieve a pin against the gloomfog.
Attract (Ex): At will, a gloomfog can emit
a light fog in a 40-foot radius to attract prey that
Marshwillow
Large Plant
Hit Dice: 5d8+25 (47 hp)
Initiative: -1
Speed: 20 ft. (4 squares)
Armor Class: 15 (-1 size, -1 Dex, +7 natural),
touch 8, flat-footed 15
Base Attack/Grapple: +3/+13
Attack: Slam +9 melee (1d8+6)
Full Attack: 2 slams +9 melee (1d8+6)
Space/Reach: 10 ft./10 ft.
Special Attacks: Constrict 1d6+6, double
damage against objects, improved grab,
trample 2d8+9
Special Qualities: Damage reduction 5/
bludgeoning or slashing, low-light vision, plant
traits, vulnerability to fire
The slender young willow sways as if in a breeze
— then its roots erupt from the ground and splay out
like feet as it lurches forward. A pair of massive
branches shift, revealing ripples in its otherwise
smooth bark that offer the semblance of a face.
Combat
Marshwillows carry on fighting until they
perish, unless the situation calls for a strategic retreat.
Depending on the odds, marshwillows use one
branch-arm for entanglement and the other for strikes
against entangled opponents or other nearby foes.
Constrict (Ex): A marshwillow deals 1d6+6
points of damage with a successful grapple check.
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attracts prey to it. Opponents caught in the
fog must succeed on a DC 13 Will save or
feel an overwhelming compulsion to travel into
the gloomfog’s reach. The save DC is Charismabased
and includes a +2 racial bonus. The light fog
bestows some concealment (10% miss chance).
Blood Drain (Ex): A gloomfog drains blood,
dealing 1d4 points of Constitution damage in any
round when it begins its turn attached to a victim.
A gloomfog generally feeds on a creature until the
creature reaches 0 Constitution and dies. During times
when food is scarce, a gloomfog sometimes keeps its
prey asleep, only feeding when absolutely necessary.
Sleep (Ex): When a gloomfog is attached to
an opponent, it releases a sleep-inducing chemical,
allowing the gloomfog to feed without a struggle.
The opponent must succeed on a DC 15 Fortitude
save or fall asleep for 1d6 hours. The save DC is
Constitution-based. Creatures immune to sleep are
not affected by this chemical.
Skills: *A gloomfog has a +16 racial bonus on
Hide checks made in forested areas.
Saves: Fort +9, Ref +0, Will +3
Abilities: Str 22, Dex 8, Con 20, Int 12, Wis
14, Cha 10
Skills: Hide +5*, Intimidate +5, Listen +6,
Move Silently +5, Spot +4, Survival +8
Feats: Track, Weapon Focus (slam)
Environment: Temperate and warm forest and
marsh
Organization: Solitary, copse (2-5), or forest
(5-20)
Challenge Rating: 6
Treasure: None
Alignment: Usually neutral
Advancement: 6-10 HD (Large); 13-15 HD
(Huge)
Level Adjustment:—
Double Damage against Objects (Ex): A
marshwillow that makes a full attack against an
object or structure deals double damage.
Improved Grab (Ex): To use this ability, a
marshwillow must hit with its slam attack. It can
then attempt to start a grapple as a free action without
provoking an attack of opportunity. If it wins the
grapple check, it establishes a hold and can constrict.
Trample (Ex): Reflex half DC 18. The save
DC is Strength-based.
Skills: A marshwillow has a +4 racial bonus
on Hide and Survival checks.
*A marshwillow has a + 12 racial bonus on
Hide checks when in a marshy or forested area.
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