Stryx

Tiny Monstrosity, Neutral

Armor Class 12

Hit Points 10 (4d4)

Speed fly +10, walk +60

Challenge 1/8

STR
3
-4
DEX
14
+2
CON
11
+0
INT
8
-1
WIS
15
+2
CHA
6
-2

Skills Stealth +6, Perception +4

Damage Vulnerabilities False

Damage Resistances False

Damage Immunities False

Condition Immunities False

Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 14

Languages Common, Elvish

Special Abilities

False Appearance. While the stryx keeps its beak closed and doesn't speak, it is indistinguishable from a normal owl.

Flyby. The stryx doesn't provoke opportunity attacks when it flies out of an enemy's reach.

Keen Hearing and Sight. The stryx has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on hearing or sight.

Actions

Talons. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 4 (1d4 + 2) slashing damage.

Spellcasting. (3/Day)The stryx casts the comprehend languages spell, requiring no material components and using Wisdom as the spellcasting ability.

Source: Tome of Beasts 2023 · OGL/Open