Giant Octopus

Giant Octopus CR: 1 (200 XP)

Large beast, unaligned

Armor Class: 11

Hit Points: 52 (8d10 + 8)

Speed: 10 ft , swim: 60 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 60 feet, Passive Perception 14

Languages: None

Challenge Rating: 1 (200 XP)

Hold Breath. While out of water, the octopus can hold its breath for 1 hour.
Underwater Camouflage. The 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 feet, one target. Hit: 2d6 + 3 bludgeoning damage. If the target is a creature, it is grappled (escape DC 16). Until this grapple ends, the target is restrained, and the octopus can't use its tentacles on another target.
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.

Lifespan

3 to 5 years

Average Weight

110 pounds

Average Length

9 to 12 feet