Bullywug Royal

(Ghosts of Saltmarsh)

Medium humanoid (bullywug), Neutral Evil

Armor Class15 (hide armor, shield)
Hit Points52 (8d8 + 16)
Speed20 ft., swim 40 ft.
STRDEXCONINTWISCHA
16 (+3) 12 (+1) 14 (+2) 10 (+0) 11 (+0) 14 (+2)
Saving ThrowsDex +3, Str +5
SkillsAthletics +5, Intimidation +4, Stealth +3
Damage Vulnerabilities—
Damage Resistances—
Damage Immunities—
Condition Immunities—
Sensespassive Perception 10
LanguagesBullywug
Challenge3

Traits

Amphibious.

The royal can breathe air and water.

Brute.

A melee weapon deals one extra die of its damage when the royal hits with it (included in the attack).

Frog Rider.

The royal has advantage on melee attacks made while riding a frog mount.

Speak with Frogs and Toads.

The royal can communicate simple concepts to frogs and toads when it speaks in Bullywug.

Standing Leap.

The royal's long jump is up to 20 feet and its high jump is up to 10 feet, with or without a running start.

Swamp Camouflage.

The royal has advantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks made to hide in swampy terrain.

Actions

Multiattack.

The royal makes two attacks: one with its royal spear and one with its bite.

Royal Spear.

Melee or Ranged Attack Roll: +5 to hit, reach 10 ft. or range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (2d6 + 3) piercing damage, or 12 (2d8 + 3) piercing damage if used with two hands to make a melee attack. If the target is a Medium or smaller creature, it must succeed on a DC 13 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.

Bite.

Melee Attack Roll: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) piercing damage.

Croaked Decree (1/Day).

The royal makes a loud pronouncement. Each bullywug within 60 feet of the royal that can hear the pronouncement has advantage on its next attack roll.