Bear, Black
Omnivorous bears that are not particularly aggressive unless cubs are threatened
Basic Fantasy Role-Playing Game
| Armor Class | 14 |
|---|---|
| Hit Dice | 4 |
| Number Appearing | 1d4, Wild 1d4, Lair 1d4 |
| Attacks | 2 claws/1 bite + hug |
| Damage | 1d4/1d4/1d6 + 2d6 hug |
| Movement | 40' |
| Save As | Fighter: 4 |
| Morale | 7 |
| XP | 240 |
| Treasure Type | None |
Black bears are omnivorous, and despite their formidable size and strength are not particularly aggressive, though a female will fight fiercely if her cubs are threatened.
Special Abilities
Hug: If both claws hit, the bear hugs for an additional 2d6 damage.
Other Sources
OSRIC
| Armor Class | 7 |
|---|---|
| Hit Dice | 3+3 |
| Number Encountered | 1d3 |
| Attacks | 3 |
| Damage | 1d3/1d3/1d6 |
| Move | 120-ft |
| Alignment | Neutral |
| Intelligence | Semi- |
| XP | 3/75+3/hp |
| Treasure Type | None |
| Size | Medium |
| Frequency | Common |
| Lair | 10% |
Of all bears, the black is the least aggressive. If attacked, they will defend themselves and their cubs. Any hit roll with a paw of 18 or more will result in the target being hugged for the additional damage noted. The black bear is omnivorous, possesses good hearing and smell, but has weak vision.
Special Abilities
Hug: Any hit roll with a paw of 18 or more will result in the target being hugged for 2d4 additional damage.
Good hearing and smell: Possesses good hearing and smell, but has weak vision.