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FrequencyUncommon
Number appearing1d6
Armor class6
Move120-ft
Hit dice5+5
% in lair10%
Treasure typeNone
Damage per attack1d6/1d6/1d8
Special attacksHug: 2d6
Special defensesNone
Magic resistanceStandard
IntelligenceSemi-
AlignmentNeutral
SizeLarge (9-ft)

The brown bear, of which the grizzly is the most famous, is an aggressive strain of bear. Any hit roll with a paw of 18 or more will result in the target being hugged for the additional damage noted. The brown bear is omnivorous, possesses good hearing and smell, but has weak vision. If reduced to zero hit points, the bear will continue to fight until either 1d4 rounds have elapsed or it is reduced to -9 hit points.

Special Abilities

Hug — Any hit roll with a paw of 18 or more will result in the target being hugged for 2d6 additional damage.

Good hearing and smell — Possesses good hearing and smell, but has weak vision.

Fights to the death — If reduced to zero hit points, the bear will continue to fight until either 1d4 rounds have elapsed or it is reduced to -9 hit points.

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