Ray, Pungi
Medium fish that conceals itself under sand with dorsal spines exposed
Basic Fantasy Field Guide Omnibus
| Armor Class | 13 |
|---|---|
| Hit Dice | 4 |
| Number Appearing | 1d4 |
| Attacks | 1 to 12 spines (1d4 + poison each) |
| Movement | Swim 60' |
| Save As | Fighter: 4 |
| Morale | 7 |
| XP | 240 |
Pungi Rays are found in shallow tropical waters, and are not as large as manta rays, having a wingspan of around 15 feet. They conceal themselves under the sand with their dorsal spines exposed and wait for victims to step on them. The spines appear to be plant matter, and on 1-5 on 1d6 (treated as a surprise roll) they will not be recognized as dangerous. Any creature stepping on the spiny area, a patch about 3 feet wide and 4 feet long in the center of the pungi ray’s back, must save vs. Poison or die. Characters in armored boots receive a bonus of +2 on the saving throw, while those in heavy non-armored boots or shoes receive a bonus of +1. If attacked the pungi ray will attempt to flee immediately.
Special Abilities
Concealment: Conceal themselves under the sand with their dorsal spines exposed. The spines appear to be plant matter, and on 1-5 on 1d6 (treated as a surprise roll) they will not be recognized as dangerous.
Poison Spines: Any creature stepping on the spiny area, a patch about 3 feet wide and 4 feet long in the center of the pungi ray’s back, must save vs. Poison or die. Characters in armored boots receive a bonus of +2 on the saving throw, while those in heavy non-armored boots or shoes receive a bonus of +1.
Flee: If attacked the pungi ray will attempt to flee immediately.