Lions

Lions are majestic and formidable predators found in Lions typically hunt large herbivores, relying on stealth,
grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands. They are strength, and teamwork. They are capable of short bursts of
renowned for their muscular build, powerful limbs, and sharp intense speed to ambush their targets, often taking down
claws, which make them exceptional hunters. The males are animals much larger than themselves. Their powerful jaws
easily recognized by their magnificent manes, which serve as and teeth deliver fatal bites to the neck or throat of their prey.
both protection in battles and a display of dominance. Lions are also known for their intimidating roars, which can
Females, who lack manes, are the primary hunters, working be heard up to five miles away and serve to communicate
together in coordinated groups to bring down prey. with pride members and ward off intruders.

Lion Pack Tactics. The lion has advantage on an attack roll

against a creature if at least one of the lion's allies is
Large beast, unaligned
within 5 ft. of the creature and the ally isn't
incapacitated.
Armor Class 13 (natural armor)
Hit Points 30 (6d10 + 12) Actions
Speed 50 ft.
Multiattack. The lion makes two attacks: one with its
bite and one with its claws. If both attacks hit the same
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA target, the target is grappled (escape DC 14). Until this
grapple ends, the lion can't attack another target.
18 (+4) 14 (+2) 14 (+2) 4 (-3) 14 (+2) 8 (-1)
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) piercing damage. If the target
Skills Intimidation +3, Perception +4, Stealth +4
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 14 is prone, it deals 18 (4d6 + 4) piercing damage instead.
Challenge 2 (450 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2 Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
target. Hit: 8 (1d8 + 4) slashing damage. If the lion
Keen Sight. The lion has advantage on Wisdom moved at least 10 feet straight toward the target
(Perception) checks that rely on sight. immediately before the hit, the target must succeed on
a DC 14 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.
Mask of the Grassland. The lion has advantage on
Dexterity (Stealth) checks made to hide using foliage
and may do so even if it is only lightly obscured while
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 Lions are social animals, living in prides that consist of
related females, their offspring, and a coalition of males.
These prides maintain and defend territories that can span
many miles. Within the pride, there is a strict social
structure, with dominant males protecting the group and
siring cubs. The cohesion and cooperation of the pride are
vital to their survival, as they rely on each other for hunting
and defense.
Some cultures revere lions as symbols of courage,
strength, and nobility, incorporating their imagery into
heraldry and art. Warriors and hunters may seek to prove
their bravery by confronting lions, either for sport or as a rite
of passage. Lions’ pelts and claws are prized for their use in
crafting armor, weapons, and other items believed to bestow
the wearer with the creature’s strength and ferocity.
Additionally, lions might be tamed or trained by skilled
beastmasters for use in battle or as guardians for important
locations. However, such endeavors are fraught with danger,
as lions are unpredictable and possess great physical
prowess. Encounters with lions, whether in the wild or as
part of humanoid society, evoke a mixture of awe, respect,
and caution due to their majestic presence and formidable
capabilities.

Dire Lions
Dire lions are known for their cunning and strategic
Dire lions, much larger and more formidable than their
approach to hunting, often stalking their prey for hours or
common kin, are found in the expansive tundras and dense
even days before launching a decisive attack. Humanoids
forests of colder climates. Standing nearly twice the size of
encountering dire lions might do so in the context of
regular lions, dire lions are powerful and resilient, capable of
legendary hunts or as part of a quest to retrieve valuable
bringing down massive prey such as mammoths and giant
resources from their territory, where these mighty beasts
elk. Their robust bodies and elongated limbs grant them
reign as apex predators.
incredible strength and stamina, allowing them to traverse
difficult terrain and endure long, grueling hunts. Lion Tactics
Dire lions are more solitary than their savanna relatives, When lions hunt, they use stealth to surround their prey with
with males and females typically hunting alone or in small other members of their pride, ensuring the target cannot
family groups. They are highly territorial and fiercely escape. They always aim for the physically weakest targets. If
protective of their hunting grounds, often engaging in brutal they are spotted before they can surround their target and
confrontations with other predators. Their deep, resonant don't have overwhelming numbers or the target appears
roars echo through the valleys and forests, establishing extremely strong, they may retreat and attack later.
dominance and deterring rivals.

Dire Lion Pack Tactics. The lion has advantage on an attack roll
against a creature if at least one of the lion's allies is
Large beast, unaligned
within 5 ft. of the creature and the ally isn't
incapacitated.
Armor Class 13 (natural armor)
Hit Points 45 (6d10 + 12) Actions
Speed 50 ft.
Multiattack. The lion makes two attacks: one with its
Bite and one with its Claws. If both attacks hit the same
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA target, the target is grappled (escape DC 15). Until this
grapple ends, the lion can't attack another target.
20 (+5) 15 (+2) 15 (+2) 4 (-3) 14 (+2) 8 (-1)
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
target. Hit: 14 (2d8 + 5) piercing damage. If the target
Skills Intimidation +3, Perception +4, Stealth +4
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 14 is prone, it deals 23 (4d8 + 5) piercing damage instead.
Challenge 3 (700 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2 Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
target. Hit: 10 (1d10 + 5) slashing damage. If the lion
Keen Sight. The lion has advantage on Wisdom moved at least 10 feet straight toward the target
(Perception) checks that rely on sight. immediately before the hit, the target must succeed on
a DC 15 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.
Mask of the Grassland. The lion has advantage on
Dexterity (Stealth) checks made to hide using foliage
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and may do so even if it is only lightly obscured.
Sea Cats
Sea cats are aquatic predators that combine the features of a
large feline with those of a powerful fish. They possess the
sleek, muscular body of a cat, covered in scales rather than
fur, and have a long, finned tail. Their forelimbs are equipped
with webbed claws, making them excellent swimmers, while
their sharp teeth and claws make them formidable hunters.
Sea cats are typically found in coastal waters, reefs, and
underwater caves, where they hunt fish, crustaceans, and
occasionally larger prey such as dolphins or small whales.
These creatures are known for their cunning and territorial
nature. Sea cats often establish hunting grounds that they
fiercely defend against intruders, whether other sea creatures
or humanoids. Their ability to blend into the underwater
environment, combined with their swift and silent movement,
makes them effective ambush predators. Sea cats are also
known to work in pairs or small groups, coordinating their
attacks to herd and capture prey more efficiently.
Some coastal communities regard them with a mix of fear
and reverence, believing sea cats to be the guardians of the
sea or omens of fortune. Fishermen and sailors might
occasionally seek out sea cats for their valuable scales, which
are used in crafting armor and decorative items. However,
encounters with sea cats can be perilous, as these creatures
are not easily tamed and can become aggressive if threatened
or disturbed. Adventurers may find themselves facing sea cats
when exploring underwater ruins or during quests involving
sunken treasures, where the creatures' territories overlap
with their objectives.

Sea Cat Tactics

Sea cats use similar techniques to lions but in the water.
They will also attack creatures on land if they can sneak up
within 15 feet of the shoreline. If a sea cat manages to
grapple a land creature, it will attempt to drag the prey back
into the water. If unsuccessful, it will retreat and abandon the
attack.

Sea Cat Pack Tactics. The sea cat has advantage on an attack roll
against a creature if at least one of the sea cat's allies is
Large monstrosity, unaligned
within 5 ft. of the creature and the ally isn't
incapacitated.
Armor Class 15 (natural armor)
Hit Points 90 (12d10 + 24) Swimming Leap. With a 10-foot swimming start, the sea
Speed 15 ft., swim 50 ft. cat can long jump out of or across the water up to 25
feet.

STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA Actions

20 (+5) 16 (+3) 15 (+2) 4 (-3) 14 (+2) 12 (+1) Multiattack. The sea cat makes two attacks: one with its
Bite and one with its Claws. If both attacks hit the same
target, the target is grappled (escape DC 15). Until this
Skills Intimidation +5, Perception +5, Stealth +6 grapple ends, the sea cat can't attack another target.
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 15
Challenge 4 (1,800 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2 Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
target. Hit: 17 (2d10 + 6) piercing damage. If the target
Hold Breath. The sea cat can hold its breath for 1 hour. is prone, it deals 28 (4d10 + 6) piercing damage
instead.
Keen Sight. The sea cat has advantage on Wisdom
(Perception) checks that rely on sight. Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
target. Hit: 15 (2d8 + 6) slashing damage. If the sea cat
Mask of the Sea. The sea cat has advantage on Dexterity moved at least 20 feet straight toward the target
(Stealth) checks made to hide using underwater cover immediately before the hit, the target must succeed on
and may do so even if it is only lightly obscured while a DC 15 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.
hiding this way.
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 Bronzehide Lions
Larger than any natural lion, the bronzehide lion is a
formidable beast with a shimmering coat of bronze hair. Its
The lion's dreadful roar can shatter the nerve of those
hide is completely impervious to physical damage, and its
without courageous hearts, causing them to cower in fear.
claws and teeth are as sharp as any forged weapon,
However, those who manage to overcome this challenge
effortlessly tearing through flesh.
and slay the beast will not only be favored in the eyes of the
Bronzehide lions are extremely rare and are not found in
gods but will also gain the boon of the creature's skin, which
any natural environment; they are sent by divine forces. They
can be made into powerful armor. Several legendary heroes
descend from the heavens to the mortal planes in the form of
in ancient sagas were said to have worn cloaks made from
a comet streaking through the night sky, landing with an
the bronzehide lion's skin.
impact that shakes the surrounding landscape. Wherever
they land, destruction soon follows. Sometimes the lions are
Bronzehide Lion Tactics
sent as punishment to those who have failed to pay tribute to
Bronzehide lions are not natural creatures. They are loners
the gods or forsaken divine teachings. More often, however,
that attempt to sneak up on their prey to ambush them.
they are a trial for champions of the gods, serving as the
However, they never retreat from battle, even if spotted early,
perfect test for a true hero.
and will fight to the death. These lions target the strongest
Only the skin of the bronzehide lion is impenetrable. A
hero to test their might or anyone who has angered the gods
well-placed hit that manages to slide into the lion's mouth and
they serve.
strike the back of its throat, or a perfectly aimed arrow to its
Bronzehide lions use their legendary actions to employ
eyes, can harm the creature and bypass its defenses. This is
their Rake ability if the opportunity arises; otherwise, they
no easy task, as a hero must also overcome the lion's
use their Dreadful Roar.
immense divine strength and agility while attempting to land
the precise strike.

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Bronzehide Lion Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
target. Hit: 16 (2d10 + 5) piercing damage. If the target
Large celestial, neutral
is prone, it deals 23 (4d10 + 5) piercing damage
instead and it also must make a DC 16 Strength saving
Armor Class 17 (natural armor) throw as the lion attempts to drive its teeth into the
Hit Points 110 (13d10 + 39) wound. On a failure, the target suffers a rending wound.
Speed 50 ft. While wounded, it has disadvantage on Strength,
Dexterity, and Constitution saving throws and checks,
as well as attack rolls, and its speed is halved. The
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA wounded creature, or a creature within 5 feet of it, can
20 (+5) 15 (+2) 16 (+3) 6 (-2) 16 (+3) 14 (+2) use an action to make a DC 16 Wisdom (Medicine)
check, ending the effect on a success. The effect also
ends if the creature regains 10 or more hit points.
Skills Intimidation +5, Perception +6, Stealth +5
Damage Immunities bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 16 target. Hit: 11 (1d12 + 5) slashing damage. If the lion
Languages understands Auran but can't speak it moved at least 10 feet straight toward the target
Challenge 6 (2,300 XP) Proficiency Bonus +3 immediately before the hit, the target must succeed on
a DC 16 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.
Arrowproof Hide. Ranged attacks made from more than
30 feet away from the lion have disadvantage. Legendary Actions
The lion can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from
Keen Senses. The lion has advantage on Wisdom
the options below. Only one legendary action option
(Perception) checks.
can be used at a time and only at the end of another
Mask of the Grassland. The lion has advantage on creature's turn. The lion regains spent legendary actions
Dexterity (Stealth) checks made to hide using foliage at the start of its turn.
and may do so even if it is only lightly obscured while
hiding this way. Check. The lion makes a skill check that would normally
require an action.
Weak Point. Whenever a creature has advantage on an
attack roll against the lion, it can choose to roll only Move. The lion moves up to 20 feet without provoking
one die instead of two as it aims for the lion's weak attacks of opportunity.
point. If the attack hits, the lion has vulnerability to Tenacious Will (Costs 2 Actions). If the lion is suffering
bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing damage from the from an effect that allows it to make a saving throw as
attack. The attack still counts as having advantage for an action or at the beginning or end of its next turn, it
the purposes of other abilities such as a rogue's Sneak may immediately make that save against the effect with
Attack. If any damage would reduce the lion to 0 hit advantage. It can use this legendary action while
points that did not target its weak point, it is reduced incapacitated.
to 1 hit point instead. The lion only dies if reduced to 0
hit points from damage dealt to its weak spot. Dread Roar (Costs 3 Actions). The lion emits an ungodly
roar. Each creature within 90 feet of the lion that can
Actions hear the roar must succeed on a DC 14 Wisdom saving
throw or be frightened of the lion. While frightened, the
Multiattack. The lion makes two attacks: one with its creature can't cast spells other than cantrips. The
Bite and one with its Claws. If both attacks hit the same frightened target can repeat the saving throw at the end
target, the target is grappled (escape DC 16). Until this of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a
grapple ends, the lion can't attack another target. success.

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 Fiendpact Lion
In the relentless struggle for dominance over a pride of lions,
many males are too weak to claim their own pride. Though
their desire to rule is not as sophisticated as a human's, it is
powerful nonetheless. Occasionally, dark forces offer a
chance to fulfill this desire. The demon lord of gnolls is
known to offer a pact, filling a lion's mind with visions and
promises of ruling over a massive pride. Most lions
instinctively revile these hallucinations, sensing their taint on
an animalistic level. However, some truly desperate lions give
in and become servants to the gnoll lord.
The fiendpact lion, born from this pact, loses all the
nobility it once held. These lions become cunning monsters,
using their newfound guile and intelligence to plot and
conquer the pride of their choice, slaying any who oppose
them through treacherous means. Lions of the fiend excel at
manipulating situations to their advantage, sowing doubt
within their targets with fiendish abilities, and preying on
isolated individuals. Wherever these creatures go, death
follows, increasing the tyrant's power.
However, this power comes at a great cost. The lion's
hunger for power and fresh meat becomes insatiable, and as Fiendpact Lion Tactics
part of their pact, they must share their lands with gnolls and Lions of The Fiend avoid fights whenever possible unless
defiled hyenas. The enslaved pride hunts to feed these they have a significant advantage. If forced into a fight, their
loathsome intruders, and a land ruled by a fiendpact lion primary strategy is to use their Repelling Claw and Whispers
becomes a barren waste and is ultimately unsustainable. If of Doubt to isolate a creature, gaining advantage on all
the fiendish lion cannot uphold its end of the bargain, it must attacks against it. These lions will sacrifice any minions they
pay with its own flesh to feed its ravenous cohorts. have to gain hit points from their Dark One's Blessing.

Fiendpact Lion Menace. The lion has advantage on an attack roll against
a creature if that creature has no allies within 5 feet of
Large fiend, chaotic evil
it.

Armor Class 14 (natural armor) Actions

Hit Points 60 (8d10 + 16) Multiattack. The lion makes two attacks: one with its
Speed 50 ft.
bite and one with its claws. If both attacks hit the same
target, the target is grappled (escape DC 13). Until this
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA grapple ends, the lion can't attack another target.

16 (+3) 14 (+2) 14 (+2) 12 (+1) 10 (+0) 18 (+4) Lethargy Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5
ft., one target. Hit: 10 (2d6 + 3) piercing damage, and
Saving Throws Wis +2, Cha +6 the creature's speed is reduced by 10 feet until the end
Skills Intimidation +6, Deception +6, Perception +4, of the lion's next turn. If the target is prone, it deals 17
Stealth +4 (4d6 + 3) piercing damage instead and its speed is
Senses darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 15 reduced to 0.
Languages Abyssal, Gnoll Repelling Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5
Challenge 4 (1,100 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d8 + 3) slashing damage, and
the lion can push the creature up to 10 feet away from
Be Prepared. The lion gains a bonus to its initiative rolls it. If the lion moved at least 10 feet straight toward the
equal to its Charisma modifier. target immediately before the hit, the target must
succeed on a DC 13 Strength saving throw or be
Dark One's Blessing. When a creature within 30 feet of knocked prone.
the lion is reduced to 0 hit points, the lion gains 15
temporary hit points. Bonus Actions
Keen Sight. The lion has advantage on Wisdom Whispers of Doubt (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest).
(Perception) checks that rely on sight. The lion chooses one creature that can hear it within
Mask of the Grassland. The lion has advantage on 30 feet to make a DC 14 Wisdom saving throw. On a
failed save, the creature drops whatever it is holding
Dexterity (Stealth) checks made to hide using foliage
and may do so even if it is only lightly obscured while and becomes frightened of the lion. While frightened, a
hiding this way. creature must take the Dash action and move away
from the lion by the safest available route on each of its
turns, unless there is nowhere to move. A creature can
6 repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns.
Oathsworn Lion Oathsworn Lion Tactics
These lions position themselves at the center of combat,
On rare occasions when a lion takes over a pride, a strange allowing allies to benefit from their aura. They will single out
phenomenon can occur, akin to a paladin taking an oath, but
the biggest threat using their Champion Challenge while
on a primordial level. It is unclear how this happens, but
their allies handle other threats in the area.
many believe that certain lions can understand their
obligation to the well-being of their pride as deeply as a
humanoid could.
These lions not only become leaders of their pride but also
take on a duty to safeguard their lands from corruption and New Condition: Obsessed
those who would disrupt the natural cycle of life. This is The creature becomes fixated on a creature or
known as the "Oath of the Pride." Lions that undergo this object, which becomes a source of its obsession.
strange pledge seem to gain a vague intelligence along with a Being obsessed has the following effects on a
deeper wisdom of the natural world. While they lead their creature:
pride in hunts as any other group of lions would, they also
hunt down and destroy any malignant presence that While the creature can see a source of its
threatens their lands. obsession, it can't target any creature or object
These monarchs radiate an aura of authority that grants
with an attack, spell, or ability except for a
their pride supernatural prowess in hunting. Additionally,
source of its obsession.
While the creature can see a source of its
they can call down divine challenges with a roar. Perhaps
obsession, it can't cast spells or use abilities
their greatest potential lies in their ability to learn from the
that target an area (such as the fireball spell)
past, as these lions can call upon the spirits of their
unless a source of its obsession is in that area.
forefathers for guidance in times of need.
The creature can't willingly move away from a
source of its obsession.

Oathsworn Lion Pack Tactics. The lion has advantage on an attack roll
against a creature if at least one of the lion's allies is
Large celestial, lawful good
within 5 ft. of the creature and the ally isn't
incapacitated.
Armor Class 14 (natural armor)
Hit Points 60 (8d10 + 16) Actions
Speed 50 ft.
Multiattack. The lion makes two attacks: one with its
bite and one with its claws. If both attacks hit the same
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA target, the target is grappled (escape DC 14). Until this
grapple ends, the lion can't attack another target.
18 (+4) 14 (+2) 14 (+2) 9 (-1) 18 (+4) 18 (+4)
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
Saving Throws Wis +6, Cha +6 target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) piercing damage. If the target
Skills Intimidation +6, Perception +6, Stealth +4 is prone, it deals 18 (4d6 + 4) piercing damage instead.
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 15 Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
Languages Celestial, Druidic target. Hit: 8 (1d8 + 4) slashing damage. If the lion
Challenge 4 (1,100 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2 moved at least 10 feet straight toward the target
immediately before the hit, the target must succeed on
Aura of the Pride. While the lion is not incapacitated, it a DC 14 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.
emanates an aura that extends 30 feet from it.
Whenever the lion or one of its allies has advantage on Bonus Actions
an attack roll against a creature within the aura, it can Champion's Challenge (Recharges after a Short or Long
reroll one of the dice once. Rest). The lion attempts to compel a creature into a
duel. One creature that it can see and that can hear the
Keen Sight. The lion has advantage on Wisdom
lion within 30 feet of it must make a DC 14 Charisma
(Perception) checks that rely on sight.
saving throw. On a failed save, the creature and the lion
Lessons of Kings. Whenever the lion is hit with an are obsessed with each other for one minute. While the
attack, the next attack made against it has disadvantage. lion is obsessed, it has advantage on attack rolls. The
Additionally, if the lion fails a saving throw, it has obsession ends if a creature friendly to the lion
advantage on its next saving throw. damages the target or casts a harmful spell on it, or if
Mask of the Grassland. The lion has advantage on the lion ends its turn more than 30 feet away from the
Dexterity (Stealth) checks made to hide using foliage target.
and may do so even if it is only lightly obscured while
hiding this way.

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 Lion Adventure Hooks
d12 Plot Hook
Lion Encroachment: A pride of lions has begun
terrorizing a nearby village, preying on livestock and,
occasionally, villagers. The players are hired to
1 Pirate’s Bane: Pirates have been using trained sea cats
eliminate the threat, but upon investigation, they
discover that the lions have been driven from their to attack and board merchant ships. The players must
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territory by an encroaching unnatural force. find a way to neutralize this threat, either by defeating
the pirates or turning their own sea cats against them.
The King’s Tribute: A local ruler demands a tribute of
lion pelts from a nearby village. The players are hired Sea Cat Cavalry: A coastal kingdom seeks to train sea
2 cats as mounts for their elite guard. The players are
to either protect the lions from poachers or hunt 8
them themselves, depending on their allegiance. hired to capture and train these creatures, creating a
fierce cavalry force to protect the kingdom’s shores.
A Dire Threat: Dire lions have been spotted near a
frontier settlement, causing panic among the locals. Pride's Shadow: A fiendpact lion has cast a dark
3 The players are tasked with tracking and killing the influence over a large territory, causing other predators
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dire lions before they wreak havoc, but the beasts' to act aggressively. The players must track the lion and
cunning and strength make them deadly opponents. eliminate it to break the fiend’s hold over the region.
The White Ghost: In the icy tundras, a dire lion known Defender of the Land: A lion with the oathsworn lion
as the "White Ghost" is preying on travelers and has been protecting a region from invaders, but its
4 hunters. The players must brave the harsh cold and 10 aggressive defense is also harming innocent travelers.
track down this elusive predator, dealing with both The players must find a way to negotiate with the lion
the lion and the elements. or remove it without causing further disruption.
Divine Punishment: A bronzehide lion descends from Underworld Envoy: A fiendpact lion has been sent by a
the heavens as divine retribution against a corrupt demon lord to corrupt a sacred site along with the lion
5 ruler. The players must either protect the ruler from pride living there. The players must stop the lion and
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the lion’s wrath or assist it in deposing the ruler, its gnoll and hyena minions from defiling the holy
depending on where their loyalties lie. ground, potentially dealing with corrupted lions and
their pride leader.
Herald of Doom: A bronzehide lion has been sighted,
signaling impending disaster. The players must Pride Before The Fall: An oathsworn lion has been
6 interpret the omen and act quickly to prevent the displaced from his pride by the machinations of a
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foretold calamity, using their wits to uncover the fiendpact lion and requires the players' aid in stopping
lion’s purpose and the gods’ will. the scheming usurper and his hyena minons.

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Lion Loot
The valuable items looted from lions will generally come
from whatever can be harvested from them. This harvesting
can usually be done using a Wisdom (Survival) or
Intelligence (Nature) check. However, you may allow players
proficient with specific tools to harvest items related to that Bronzehide Lion Loot Table
tool. For example, a character might make a Wisdom
Looting Check Result or 1d20 + 5 Loot
(Leathworker’s Tools) check to harvest the hide of a cheetah.
Alternatively, you can roll for the loot randomly using a flat 1-8 1d4(2) 5gp Items
modifier.
9-13 1d4(2) 10gp Items
Lion Loot Tables 14-21 1d6(3) 10gp Items
The following tables describe the number of items and value
22-24 1d4(2) 20gp Items
of those items the players are able to loot depending on the
result of their check or the results of your roll. If they're 25+ 1d6(3) 20gp Items
making checks, you can have them make a separate check for
each creature they're looting or use one check for multiple Sea Cat Loot Table
creatures at once to save time.
Looting Check Result or 1d20 + 3 Loot
Lion Loot Table 1-5 1 5gp Item
Looting Check Result or 1d20 + 3 Loot 6-10 1d4(2) 5gp Items
1-6 2d4(5) 5sp Items
11-17 1d6(3) 5gp Items
7-11 2d6(7) 5sp Items 18-22 1d4(2) 10gp Items
12-19 1d4(2) 1gp Items 18-23 1d2(3) 20gp Items
20+ 2d4(5) 2gp Items
Fiendpact Lion & Oathsworn Lion Loot
Dire Lion Loot Table Table
Looting Check Result or 1d20 + 3 Loot Looting Check Result or 1d20 + 3 Loot
1-5 2d4(5) 5sp Items 1-5 1 5gp Item
6-9 2d6(7) 5sp Items 6-9 1d4(2) 5gp Items
10-15 2d4(5) 1gp Items 10-16 1 10gp Item
16-20 2d6(7) 1gp Items 17-21 1d4(2) 10gp Items
20+ 2d4(5) 2gp Items 22+ 1d4(2) 20gp Items

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 Example Lion Loot Names Example Sea Cat Item Names
You can give the different types of items unique names based
on their material and value to help differentiate them from
1d4 5gp Item 10gp Item 20gp Item
one another. The following tables provide example names. 1 Cracked Sea Cat Sea Cat Pristine Sea Cat
(Bone) Bone Bone Bone
Example Lion Item Names
2 Stringy Sea Cat Sea Cat Prime Sea Cat
1d4 5sp Item 1gp Item 2gp Item
(Flesh) Meat Meat Meat
1 3 Clotted Sea Cat Sea Cat Prime Sea Cat
Cracked Lion Bone Lion Bone Pristine Lion Bone
(Bone)
(Fluid) Blood Blood Blood
2
Stringy Lion Meat Lion Meat Prime Lion Meat 4 Tattered Sea Cat Sea Cat Pristine Sea Cat
(Flesh) (Hide) Hide Hide Hide
3
Clotted Lion Blood Lion Blood Prime Lion Blood
(Fluid) Example Sea Cat Item Names
4 1d4 5gp Item 10gp Item 20gp Item
Tattered Lion Hide Lion Hide Pristine Lion Hide
(Hide)
1 Cracked Sea Cat Sea Cat Pristine Sea Cat
(Bone) Bone Bone Bone
Example Bronzehide Lion Item Names
2 Stringy Sea Cat Sea Cat Prime Sea Cat
1d4 5gp Item 10gp Item 20gp Item
(Flesh) Meat Meat Meat
1 Cracked Bronzehide Pristine 3 Clotted Sea Cat Sea Cat Prime Sea Cat
(Bone) Bronzehide Bone Bone Bronzehide Bone
(Fluid) Blood Blood Blood
2 Stringy Bronzehide Prime
4 Tattered Sea Cat Sea Cat Pristine Sea Cat
(Flesh) Bronzehide Meat Meat Bronzehide Meat (Hide) Hide Hide Hide
Clotted Prime
3 Bronzehide
Bronzehide Bronzehide Lions Art Credit
(Fluid) Blood
Blood Blood
Savannah Lions - Winona Nelson, Wizards of the Coast
4 Tattered Pristine Pride of Lions - Carl Critchlow, Wizards of the Coast
Bronzehide
(Metal) Bronzehide Bronzehide Sea Cat Battle - Wizards of the Coast
Bronzehide Lion - Alayna Danner, Wizards of the Coast
Plains - Sam Burley, Wizards of the Coast
Fleecemane Lion - Slawomir Maniak, Wizards of the
Coast
Pride Sovereign - Ryan Yee, Wizards of the Coast
King of the Pride - Inuchiyo Meimaru, Wizards of the
Coast
Loam Lion - Daniel Ljunggren, Wizards of the Coast

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