Snake, Uktena
A great horned water serpent as big around as a tree trunk with a bright blazing crest
Basic Fantasy Field Guide Omnibus
| Armor Class | 15 |
|---|---|
| Hit Dice | 9* (+8) |
| Number Appearing | 1 |
| Attacks | 1 bite |
| Damage | 2d6 + poison |
| Movement | 40' Swim 30' |
| Save As | Fighter: 9 |
| Morale | 9 |
| XP | 1150 |
| Treasure Type | J, L |
The Uktena is a great horned water serpent as big around as a tree trunk, with a bright blazing crest on its forehead and scales that glow along the edges like some inner fire. Some have described the horns as ram-like and others as moose or stag antlers. It does not use the horns for attack. Uktena fear thunderbirds and will usually retreat to watery depths when one is near. An uktena keeps some treasures in its lair, generally acquired from victims.
Special Abilities
Poison: Those bitten must save vs. Poison with a -2 penalty or fall comatose immediately and die within 2d4 turns.
Charm Monster: The uktena’s brilliant crest allows it to charm monster once per turn; those affected will simply move towards the horned serpent and remain charmed so that the uktena may consume them at leisure. An opponent that averts its gaze, is blinded, or otherwise cannot see the jewel-like crest will not be affected by the charm attack.
Fear of Thunderbirds: Uktena fear thunderbirds and will usually retreat to watery depths when one is near.