Giant toads are relatives of their smaller kin–but are huge monsters that will eat almost anything.
Encounter: 1d2.
ST: 15-20.
DX: 8.
IQ: 2.
MV: 6/ 6 swim.
AR: -1 (hide).
DM: 1d6+2 (bite).
Size: 1-3.
TR: None.
Behavior: Unpredictable (10)
Habitat: Marshes, Jungle, Fresh Water.
Category: Fantastical Creature.
Element: Water.
Special: Grapple. The giant toad’s tongue is 15′ long, and can grapple with opponents at ST+2. A successful grapple means the toad has captured its prey, and will drag it into its mouth by the next turn, where it will bite for 1d6+2 damage.
Giant toads are monstrous creatures, resembling their smaller relatives, but 6-8′ tall and over 200 lbs. They have sharp teeth, a long tongue–and are always hungry.
Giant toads attack by using their 15′ long tongue to grab their prey, then drag them into their huge maw.
Giant toad legs are prized by many, and each will feed 3-4 people for a week.
The Isle of Ealdun
Giant toads are found in the coastal areas of the isle of Ealdun, along with the wilder areas of the Varge rivers. They are especially feared in the forested areas of the Northmearc and Ealdron forests.
The Middle Lands
These creatures are unique to the northern climes of the Middle Lands, in the river valleys of Tianshang during the warm months. During the cold months, the toads burrow into the river beds and sleep until spring.
The Vales
Giant toads are found in the dark forests and swamp areas of the Vales. They can also be found in the mountain valleys beyond the Vales.
The Shaman’s Valley
Giant toads are not found in the Valley.
Design Notes
Original Inspiration: Blades & Black Magic, C.R. Brandon; Heroes & Other Worlds, C.R. Brandon; Advanced Dungeons & Dragons, TSR; The Fantasy Trip, Steve Jackson Games.
