Necropede
This grotesque fusion of insect and cadaver is a chilling sight to behold. Its razor-sharp pincers and venomous stinger are imbued with necromantic energy, ensuring that those unfortunate enough to cross its path become lifeless vessels animated to carry out its malevolent will. The Necropede's presence is heralded by a stifling aura of dread, causing even the bravest hearts to tremble. Whispers of its unholy existence abound, as it is said to be the creation of a deranged sorcerer who sought to conquer death itself, now unleashed upon the world as a relentless harbinger of doom.
Type
Animal, Undead
Number
1
Awareness
40
Endurance
30
Athletics
25
Health
8
Hit Location
Serpentoid (Head)
Armor
1 (Head)
Combat Skill
30
Magic Resistance
40
Spoils
Resources table
After level 5:
+D4 damage, +10 Combat Skill
After level 10:
+D6 damage, +10 Combat Skill
Bone Slam(Physical)
Roll: 1-2The Necropede slams its skeletal body onto a target, dealing D6 Bludgeoning damage.
Soul Drain(Magical)
Roll: 3-4The Necropede emits a dark aura, attempting to drain the life force of a target. The target must succeed on an Endurance check or take D6 Necrotic damage and the Necropede gains temporary Health equal to the damage dealt, up to a maximum of +8 Health total.
Spinal Whip
Roll: 5-6The Necropede lashes out with its inhuman tail spine, targeting all creatures in the room. Each target must make a Dodge check. Those who fail the check take D8 Piercing damage and are knocked Prone. On a success, they take half damage and are not knocked Prone.