Stryx
Tiny monstrosity, neutral
Armor Class
13
Hit Points
10 (4d4)
Speed
10 ft., fly 60 ft.
STR
3 (-4)
DEX
17 (+3)
CON
11 (+0)
INT
8 (-1)
WIS
15 (+2)
CHA
6 (-2)
Senses
darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 14
Skills
Perception +4, Stealth +5
Languages
Common, Elvish
Challenge
1/8 (25 XP)
False Appearance. Until a stryx speaks or opens its mouth, it is indistinguishable from a normal owl.
Flyby. The stryx doesn’t provoke opportunity attacks when it flies out of an enemy’s reach.
Innate Spellcasting. The stryx’s innate spellcasting ability is Wisdom. It can cast the following spell, requiring no components:
- 3/day: comprehend languages
Keen Hearing and Sight. The stryx has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on hearing or sight.
Actions
Talons. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 1 slashing damage.