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FrequencyVery rare
Number appearing1
Armor class0
Move1,500-ft
Hit dice7
% in lair10%
Damage per attack1d8
Special attacksSee below
Special defenses+1 weapon or better to hit
Magic resistance50%
IntelligenceExceptional
AlignmentChaotic evil
SizeMan-sized

The legendary banshee is the ghost of an evil elven female. The spirit is found in remote countrysides and other lonely natural places.

Special Abilities

Chilling Touch — The groaning spirit can chill with a touch for 1d8 hp damage.

Wail — Can wail once per day and only during the dark hours. All creatures within 30-ft must save vs magic or die.

Fear — The mere sight of a banshee will cause fear unless the viewer saves vs spells.

Immunities — Cannot be affected by sleep, charm or hold spells, and are resistant to cold or electrical attacks.

Exorcism Vulnerability — An exorcism spell will slay the creature.

Source: OSRIC. Attribution: Stuart Marshall, with Matthew J. Finch / Black Blade Publishing. License: OGL-1.0a.