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Nkosi
Armor Class 15 (studded leather in Humanoid form)
Hit Points 27 (5d8 + 5)
Speed 50 ft.
STR
16 (+3)
DEX
16 (+3)
CON
12 (+1)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
10 (+0)
CHA
8 (-1)
Saving Throws —
Skills Survival +2
Damage Immunities False
Condition Immunities False
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 10
Languages Common (can’t speak in lion form)
Challenge 1/2 (0 XP)
Keen Smell. The nkosi has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.
Pounce. If the nkosi moves at least 20 feet straight toward a creature and then hits it with a Mambele attack on the same turn, that target must succeed on a DC 13 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone. If the target is prone, the nkosi can make one Bite attack against it as a bonus action.
Actions
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) piercing damage.
Mambele (Humanoid Form Only). Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) piercing damage.
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