Giant Octopus

Giant Octopus CR: 2

Large beast, unaligned

Armor Class: 11

Hit Points: 52 (8d10+8) 8d10+8

Speed: 10 ft , fly: 0 ft , burrow: 0 ft , swim: 60 ft , climb: 0 ft

STR

17 +3

DEX

13 +1

CON

13 +1

INT

4 -3

WIS

10 +0

CHA

4 -3

Skills: Perception +4, Stealth +5

Senses: Darkvision 60ft., Passive Perception 14

Languages: None

Challenge Rating: 2

Hold Breath. While out of water, the octopus can hold its breath for 1 hour.
Underwater Camouflage. The large octopus has advantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks made while underwater.
Water Breathing. The octopus can breathe only underwater.

Actions

Tentacles. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 15 ft., one target. Hit: (2d6+3) bludgeoning damage. If target is a creature, it is grappled (escape DC 16). Until the grapple ends, the target is restrained and the octopus can't use its tentacles on another target. Tentacle attacks on the grappled target automatically hit.
Ink Cloud (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). A 20 foot radius cloud of ink extends all around the octopus if it is underwater. The area is heavily obscured for 1 minute, although a significant current can disperse the ink. After releasing the ink. the octopus can use the dash action as a bonus action.

Additional Information

Domestication

No known attempts at domestication.

Average Intelligence

Above average compared to other beasts of similar size

Genetic Ancestor(s)

• Octopus

Lifespan

3 - 5 years

Average Weight

Between 50 - 150 pounds

Average Length

14 foot arm span

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Translucent with a white, grey, black, red or sandy tint.

Tentacles
To Hit: 1d20+5 Damage: 2d6+3