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Mantis Centaurs
The Mantis Centaurs emerged from an evolutionary arms race that began when humans first sought to domesticate the great beasts of the world. Millions of years prior, a cunning species of predatory mantis had perfected the art of ambush, but when humans arrived with their horses, these monsters recognized an opportunity for deception—they grafted equine lower bodies onto their chitinous frames, creating a hybrid creature that could walk upright among human settlements without immediate suspicion. The strategy nearly worked, until human ingenuity turned the tables through patience, selective breeding, and controversial experiments that gradually transformed wild hunters into something approaching civilization. Over generations, Mantis Centaurs integrated into society, with many abandoning their cannibalistic heritage in favor of structured communities and respected trades, though the feral populations beyond the city walls remain as unpredictable and dangerous as ever. Their influence on infrastructure became undeniable—the very pathways and lanes that crisscross the civilized world were originally carved by their swift, purposeful gait, long before wheeled contraptions appeared to share these ancient roads. Today, a cautious peace exists between the species, though spotting a rider perched upon a wild Mantis Centaur's back typically signals only one thing: bandits traveling with an expendable companion who doubles as provisions for the journey ahead.
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- Creation type
- Character
- Shared by
- EternalSeer9740
- Connected worlds
- 0
- Detail fields
- 11
- Profile sections
- 6
- Artwork images
- 1
Details
- Type
- Monstrosity
- Alignment
- Neutral
- Size
- Large
- Armor class
- 15
- Hit points
- 120
- Speed
- 30
- Challenge
- 7
- Experience
- 2900
- Languages
- Common, Sylvan
- Senses
- Darkvision 60 ft., Tremorsense 30 ft., Passive Perception 14
- Skills
- Athletics, Stealth, Perception
Biography
The Mantis Centaurs emerged from an evolutionary arms race that began when humans first sought to domesticate the great beasts of the world. Millions of years prior, a cunning species of predatory mantis had perfected the art of ambush, but when humans arrived with their horses, these monsters recognized an opportunity for deception—they grafted equine lower bodies onto their chitinous frames, creating a hybrid creature that could walk upright among human settlements without immediate suspicion. The strategy nearly worked, until human ingenuity turned the tables through patience, selective breeding, and controversial experiments that gradually transformed wild hunters into something approaching civilization. Over generations, Mantis Centaurs integrated into society, with many abandoning their cannibalistic heritage in favor of structured communities and respected trades, though the feral populations beyond the city walls remain as unpredictable and dangerous as ever. Their influence on infrastructure became undeniable—the very pathways and lanes that crisscross the civilized world were originally carved by their swift, purposeful gait, long before wheeled contraptions appeared to share these ancient roads. Today, a cautious peace exists between the species, though spotting a rider perched upon a wild Mantis Centaur's back typically signals only one thing: bandits traveling with an expendable companion who doubles as provisions for the journey ahead.
Attributes
Strength
18, modifier 4
Dexterity
16, modifier 3
Constitution
20, modifier 5
Intelligence
10, modifier 0
Wisdom
12, modifier 1
Charisma
14, modifier 2
Actions
Multiattack
The Mantis Centaur makes two attacks: one with its spear and one with its claws.
Spear Attack
Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (2d10 + 4) piercing damage.
Claw Swipe
Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 12 (2d6 + 4) slashing damage.
Ambush Charge
The Mantis Centaur can dash and make a claw swipe as part of the same action, dealing an extra 7 (2d6) damage if the target is surprised.
Abilities
Chitinous Armor
The Mantis Centaur has a natural armor that grants it a +2 bonus to AC.
Ambush Predator
Advantage on attack rolls against surprised creatures.
Saving throws
strength
7
dexterity
6
constitution
8
wisdom
4
Damage resistances
Poison
Psychic
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