Sphinx, Hieracosphinx
Hawk-headed sphinx that is cruel and voracious
Basic Fantasy Field Guide Omnibus
| Armor Class | 19 |
|---|---|
| Hit Dice | 9* (+8) to 11* (+9) |
| Number Appearing | 1d6 |
| Attacks | 2 claws, 1 bite + rake |
| Damage | 2d4 claw, 1d10 bite, 2d4 rake |
| Movement | 45', Fly 180' |
| Save As | Fighter: 9 to 11 (as hit dice) |
| Morale | 8 |
| XP | 9 HD: 1,150; 10 HD: 1,390; 11 HD: 1,670 |
| Treasure Type | E |
The hawk-headed Hieracosphinx is cruel and voracious, attacking any living creature of smaller size if it thinks it has any chance of slaying it. It can carry off creatures man-size or smaller; in fact, the largest hieracosphinxes can even carry away a pony. Thus, even a large party might be attacked if the creature believes it can carry away a meal. Note however, it is not stupid and will not usually try to fly with struggling prey in its claws, but will generally only take a dead or unconscious foe.
Special Abilities
Rake: On any successful attack with both its claw attacks, a hieracosphinx may attempt an additional rake attack with its hind claws, as indicated in the statistics above. The rake may not be attempted if either claw attack fails to hit.