Eel, Electric
Knifefish that can emit powerful electrical bursts in water
Basic Fantasy Field Guide Omnibus
| Armor Class | 11 |
|---|---|
| Hit Dice | 2* |
| Number Appearing | Wild 1d4 |
| Attacks | 1 bite or special |
| Damage | 1d4 or special |
| Movement | Swim 60' |
| Save As | Fighter: 2 |
| Morale | 8 |
| XP | 100 |
| Treasure Type | None |
Electric Eels are not true eels in the strictest sense, but rather members of the knifefish family, though this is purely technical distinction. Adults are about 6 feet in length and weigh about 450 pounds each. They are found in fresh water in warm climates.
Special Abilities
Electrical Burst: Once per turn an electric eel can create a burst of electricity which expands like a fireball in the water, causing damage based on the distance between the eel and each victim. Those within 5 feet suffer 3d8 points of damage; those within 10 feet, 2d8 points of damage; within 15 feet, 1d8 points of damage. A successful saving throw vs. Death Ray reduces damage by half, but those failing the saving throw are also stunned (unable to move) for 2d4 rounds. Creatures beyond 15 feet may feel the electricity but will not be damaged by it.
Electrical Immunity: Electric eels are not themselves affected by electrical attacks.