Black Bear

Monster Manual - 5e, D&D Basic Rules

Basic Information

Anatomy

Black bears have a tough hide that provides them with protection during combat (i.e. natural armor). A black bear can bite with its mouth and also attack with its claws.

Ecology and Habitats

A black bear can climb many vertical surfaces.

Additional Information

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Black bears have a keen sense of smell.

References

1. ^Monster Manual - 5e (2014), p.318.
2. ^D&D Basic Rules (November, 2018), p.119.

Contents

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Stat Block

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Black Bear

Medium beast, unaligned

Armor Class 11 (natural armor)

Hit Points 19 ( 3d8 + 6 )

Speed 40 ft., climb 30 ft.

STR

15 +2

DEX

10 +0

CON

14 +2

INT

2 -4

WIS

12 +1

CHA

7 -2

Skills Perception +3

Senses passive Perception 13

Languages —

Challenge 1/2 (100 XP)

Keen Smell. The bear has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.

Actions

Multiattack. The bear makes two attacks; one with its bite and one with its claws.

Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 5 ( 1d6 + 2 ) piercing damage.

Claws. Melee Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 ( 2d4 + 2 ) slashing damage.

Suggested Terrain forest

Sources Monster Manual - 5e, D&D Basic Rules