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| description = Owlbears are a type of Beast creature found in Baldur's Gate 3. They resemble large feathered bears with the head of an owl, are quick to anger, and are extremely strong.
| description = Owlbears are a type of Beast creature found in Baldur's Gate 3. They resemble large feathered bears with the head of an owl, are quick to anger, and are extremely strong.
| image = Owlbear.webp
| image = Owlbear.webp
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{{Infobox character
|name = Owlbear
| name = Owlbear
|image=[[File:Owlbear Model.png|250px]]
| image = Owlbear Mum.webp
|STR=20
| imagesize = 0.7
|DEX=12
| race = Beast
|CON=17
| family = [[Owlbear Cub]]<br>Unnamed cub (deceased)<br>[[Owlbear Mate|Mate]]
|INT=3
| level = 3
|WIS=12
|CHA=7
|level=3
|race=Beast
|type=Beast
|HP=91
|AC=13
|speed=12m / 40ft
|size=Large
|weight=550kg
|proficiency=2
|initiative=+1
|location = [[Owlbear Nest]]
|alt-name=3D Model
|alt-image= [[File:Owlbear.webp|350px]]
|passive={{PAS|Darkvision (Passive Feature)|Darkvision}}
{{PAS|Opportunity Attack}}
{{PAS|Multiattack: Enraged}}
|exp=20|family=[[Owlbear Cub]]}}


'''Owlbears''' are a type of [[List_of_Creature_Types#Beast|Beast]] [[List of Creature Types|creature]] found in [[Owlbear Nest]] in [[Act One]] as an optional boss fight. Resemble large feathered bears with the head of an owl, they are quick to anger, are extremely strong and seemingly constantly hungry. While highly territorial, it's recent injury from the [[Cult of the Absolute]] has left it notably weakened.
| modules =
== Attacks and Abilities ==
{{Infobox statistics
| child = yes
| size = Large
| type = Beast
| armour_class = 13
| hit_points = 91
| hit_points_tactician = 118
| movement_speed_meters = 12
| movement_speed_feet = 40
| weight_kg = 550
| weight_lb =
| hiddenlevel = 3
| str = 20
| dex = 12
| con = 17
| int = 3
| wis = 12
| cha = 7


=== Claws ===
| condition1_name = Distressed
Lash out with deadly claws and push the target back {{Range|m=1.5|ft=5}}.
| condition1_description = Cannot make [[Critical Hit]]s and has disadvantage on [[Perception]] checks.


{{Action}}
| feature1_name = Darkvision
| feature1_description = Can see in the dark up to 12m.
| feature2_name = Opportunity Attack
| feature2_description = Automatically attack an enemy moving out of your reach.
| feature3_name = Multiattack: Enraged
| feature3_description = Can Multiattack while [[Owlbear's Rage (Condition)|Raging]].
| feature4_name = Legendary Action: Call Consort
| feature4_description = Once per round, spend a Legendary action to summon your mate when you are attacked.
| feature4_mode = Honour
}}
}}
'''Owlbears''' are a type of [[List_of_Creature_Types#Beast|Beast]] [[List of Creature Types|creature]] found in [[Owlbear Nest]] in [[Act One]] as an optional boss fight. Resembling large feathered bears with the head of an owl, they are quick to anger, extremely strong and seemingly constantly hungry. While highly territorial, its recent injury from the [[Cult of the Absolute]] has left it notably weakened.


{{Attack Roll}}: +7
== Attacks and abilities ==
{{DamageInfo|count=2|die=8|plus=5|type=Slashing}}
{{Feature box|Claws (Owlbear)}}


=== Multiattack - Enraged ===
{{Feature box|Multiattack (Owlbear)}}
Aim multiple attacks at a target. If the second attack hit, the target is pushed back {{Range|m=1.5|ft=5}} and knocked [[Prone (Condition)|Prone]].


{{Action}}
{{Feature box|Crushing Flight}}


{{Attack Roll}}: +8 (Strength boost from '''Owlbear's Rage''' included)
{{Feature box|A Mother's Desperation}}
{{DamageInfo|count=2|die=8|plus=6|type=Slashing}}{{DamageInfo|count=1|die=10|plus=6|type=Piercing}}


* {{SavingThrow|STR|dc=6}} to avoid being knocked {{SmallIcon|Prone Condition Icon.webp}} [[Prone (Condition)|Prone]].
=== Honour Mode ===
 
{{Feature box|Call Consort}}
=== Crushing Flight ===
Leap at a target, possibly knocking it [[Prone (Condition)|Prone]].
 
{{Action|Bonus}} {{Action|Movement|m=6|ft=20}}
 
{{SavingThrow|STR|dc=6}} to avoid being knocked {{SmallIcon|Prone Condition Icon.webp}} [[Prone (Condition)|Prone]].
 
{{Range|m=21|ft=69}}
 
=== Owlbear's Rage ===
The owlbear is enraged! [[Strength]] increased by 2.
 
When reduced to half or less [[Hit Points]], an Owlbear will use '''Owlbear's Rage''' on its next turn.


== Tactics ==
== Tactics ==
While the '''Owllbear''' can not make [[Critical Hit|Critical Hits]] because of its recent injury, it is still a powerful and dangerous creature. Many of its abilities focus on knocking other [[Prone (Condition)|Prone]], such as with Crushing Flight, allowing it to ensure successful hits. When taken to half health, its rage ability will trigger, increasing its damage further with both it's increased [[Strength]] and [[Multiattack]]. It will also have the support of the [[Owlbear Cub]], though it is best to ignore it if you plan to recruit it later on for your [[Campsite|Camp]].
While the '''Owlbear''' can not make [[Critical Hit|Critical Hits]] because of its recent injury, it is still a powerful and dangerous creature. Many of its abilities focus on knocking others [[Prone (Condition)|Prone]], such as Crushing Flight, allowing it to ensure successful hits. When taken to half health, its rage ability will trigger, increasing its damage further with both increased [[Strength]] and [[Multiattack]]. It will also have the support of the [[Owlbear Cub]], though it is best to ignore the cub if you plan to recruit it later on for your [[Campsite|Camp]].


However, because of the injury it has, it is far easier to sneak up on the creature since it has [[Disadvantage]] on [[Perception]]. If trying a more direct approach, you can use [[Andrick]] and [[Brynna]] to help in the fight if convienced, who while soft targets to the beast can be useful distractions along with offer useful support. Also using spells, items or weapon abilities that require a [[Dexterity]] [[Saving Throw]] like [[Grease]], [[Grease Bottle]] or [[Topple (Weapon Action)|Topple]] are quite effective in slowing down the creature. When it is enraged, it is best to finish the fight quickly before it's multiattack shreds through the group.
However, because of the Owlbear's injury, it is far easier to sneak up on it as it has [[Disadvantage]] on [[Perception]]. A more direct approach can use [[Andrick]] and [[Brynna]] to help in the fight if convinced, who, acting as soft targets, can be useful distractions and support. Spells, items or weapon abilities that require a [[Dexterity]] [[Saving Throw]] like [[Grease]], [[Grease Bottle]] or [[Topple (Weapon Action)|Topple]] are quite effective in slowing it down. When it is enraged, it is best to finish the fight quickly before its multiattack shreds through the group.


== Companion Interactions ==
== Companion approval ==
Walking into the nest area withouth [[Speak with Animals]].
Walking into the nest area without [[Speak with Animals]].
* Animal Handling DC 15 - ''Study the owlbear's behaviour.''
* {{Ability check|Animal Handling|15}}. - ''Study the owlbear's behaviour.''
** ''Hold out your palms - you mean no harm.'' OR ''Back away slowly.''
** ''Hold out your palms - you mean no harm.'' OR ''Back away slowly.''
:: {{Approval|Gale|+1}} {{Approval|Karlach|+1}} {{Approval|Laezel|-1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|+1}}
:: {{Approval|Gale|+1}} {{Approval|Karlach|+1}} {{Approval|Laezel|-1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|+1}}
** ''Move towards the cub.''
** ''Move towards the cub.''
:: {{Approval|Karlach|-1}} {{Approval|Laezel|+1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|-1}}
:: {{Approval|Karlach|-1}} {{Approval|Laezel|+1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|-1}}
* Survival DC 15 - ''Back away.'' OR Performance DC 15 - ''Puff out your chest and roar.''
* {{Ability check|Survival |15}}. - ''Back away.'' OR {{Ability check|Performance |15}}. - ''Puff out your chest and roar.''
:: Inspiration:[[Outlander]] {{Approval|Gale|+1}} {{Approval|Karlach|+1}} {{Approval|Laezel|-1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|+1}}
:: Inspiration:[[Outlander]] {{Approval|Gale|+1}} {{Approval|Karlach|+1}} {{Approval|Laezel|-1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|+1}}
* ''Attack.''
* ''Attack.''
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Walking into the nest area with [[Speak with Animals]].
Walking into the nest area with [[Speak with Animals]].
* Intimidation DC 10 - "Let me go, or you'll watch your cub die before I finish you." OR Persuasion DC 10 - "Just allow me to leave. I'm no threat to you or your cub."
* {{Ability check|Intimidation|10}}. - "Let me go, or you'll watch your cub die before I finish you." OR Persuasion DC 10 - "Just allow me to leave. I'm no threat to you or your cub." OR Druid Persuasion DC 5 "You need to rest, let nature heal you. This is no time for a fight."
:: Inspiration:[[Outlander]] {{Approval|Gale|+1}} {{Approval|Karlach|+1}} {{Approval|Laezel|-1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|+1}}
:: Inspiration:[[Outlander]] {{Approval|Gale|+1}} {{Approval|Karlach|+1}} {{Approval|Laezel|-1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|+1}}
* "You've had your last meal, beast. You and your cub alike." OR ''Attack'' OR ''Step Closer''
* "You've had your last meal, beast. You and your cub alike." OR ''Attack'' OR ''Step Closer''
:: {{Approval|Karlach|-1}} {{Approval|Laezel|+1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|-1}}
:: {{Approval|Karlach|-1}} {{Approval|Laezel|+1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|-1}}


As long as Animal Handling is not used, the [[Outlander]] inspiration Mother's Fury can be gained by making the owlbear to let the adventurers leave peacefully or possibly by killing it.
As long as Animal Handling is not used, the [[Outlander]] inspiration Mother's Fury can be gained by making the owlbear let the adventurers leave peacefully or possibly by killing it.
== Notable Loot ==
 
* {{Icon|Head of a Broken Spear Icon.png|30|link=Head of a Broken Spear}} [[Head of a Broken Spear]]
== Notable loot ==
* {{MdRarityItem|Head of a Broken Spear}}
 
== Notes ==
== Notes ==
* The '''Owlbear''' found in the [[Owlbear Nest]] is already damaged by 8 points when it is encountered. This particular Owlbear also has the '''Distressed''' condition.
* The '''Owlbear''' found in the [[Owlbear Nest]] is already damaged by 8 points when it is encountered. This particular Owlbear also has the {{cond|Distressed}} condition.
* The '''Owlbear''' found in the [[Owlbear Nest]] will be killed by goblins after a Long Rest if you enter the cave but don't resolve it yourself.
* The '''Owlbear''' found in the [[Owlbear Nest]] will be killed by goblins after a Long Rest if you enter the cave but don't resolve it yourself.
* In the fifth edition of Dungeons and Dragons, an Owlbear is classed as a [[Monstrosity]], not a [[Beast]]. The Owlbear being classified as it currently is in [[Baldur's Gate 3]] is more in line to previous editions, such as fourth and third.
* In the fifth edition of Dungeons and Dragons, an Owlbear is classed as a [[Monstrosity]], not a [[Beast]]. The Owlbear being classified as it currently is in [[Baldur's Gate 3]] is more in line to previous editions, such as fourth and third.


{| role="presentation" class="wikitable mw-collapsible"
== Gallery ==
| <strong>{{SmallIcon|Distressed Condition Icon.webp}} Distressed</strong>
<gallery>
|-
Owlbear Model.png|Owlbear Model
| {{C|[[File:Duration Icons.png|frameless|25px]]}} Duration: permanent
Owlbear.webp | Owlbear
* The owlbear has sustained damage to its eye. It cannot make [[Critical Hit]]s and has {{Disadvantage}} on [[Perception]] checks.
</gallery>
|}


== External Links ==
== External links ==
{{FRWiki|Owlbear|long}}
{{FRWiki|Owlbear|long}}


[[Category: Beasts]]
[[Category: Beasts]]
{{NavCreatures}}
{{NavCreatures}}
[[Category:Beasts]]
[[Category:Creatures]]
[[Category:Bosses]]

Revision as of 08:49, 28 April 2024

Owlbear
Level 3
Information
RaceBeast
FamilyOwlbear Cub
Unnamed cub (deceased)
Mate
Stats
SizeLarge
TypeBeast
Armour Class13
Hit points
  • 91 (Balanced)
  • 118 (Tactician)
Movement speed12 m (40 ft)
Weight550 kg ( lb)
Initiative+1
Ability scores
STRDEXCONINTWISCHA
20
(+5)		12
(+1)		17
(+3)		3
(-4)		12
(+1)		7
(-2)
Proficiency bonus+2
Saving throws
  • Str +5
  • Dex +1
  • Con +3
  • Int -4
  • Wis +1
  • Cha -2
Conditions
Distressed Distressed
Cannot make Critical Hits and has disadvantage on Perception checks.
Features
Darkvision Darkvision
Can see in the dark up to 12m.
Opportunity Attack Opportunity Attack
Automatically attack an enemy moving out of your reach.
Multiattack: Enraged Multiattack: Enraged
Can Multiattack while Raging.
Legendary Action: Call Consort Legendary Action: Call Consort
Honour
Once per round, spend a Legendary action to summon your mate when you are attacked.

Owlbears are a type of Beast creature found in Owlbear Nest in Act One as an optional boss fight. Resembling large feathered bears with the head of an owl, they are quick to anger, extremely strong and seemingly constantly hungry. While highly territorial, its recent injury from the Cult of the Absolute has left it notably weakened.

Attacks and abilities

Claws Bear.webp
Claws Claws ()
D8 Slashing.png 2d8 (2~16) Damage TypesSlashing damage

Lash out with deadly claws and push the target back 1.5 m / 5 ft.
 Melee: 1.5 m / 5  ft
Multiattack Earth Elemental.webp
D8 Slashing.png 2d8 (2~16) Damage TypesSlashing damage
+
D10 Piercing.png 1d10 (1~10) Damage TypesPiercing damage

Aim multiple attacks at a target. If the second attack hits, the target is pushed back 1.5 m / 5 ft and knocked Prone Prone.
 Melee: 1.5 m / 5  ft
Jump.webp
D8 Bludgeoning.png 2d8 (2~16) Damage TypesBludgeoning damage

Leap at a target to bite it and knock it Prone Prone
STR Save
 Range: 21 m / 70 ft
Rage.webp

Increase Strength by 3, while Armour Class Armour Class is reduced by 1.

Honour Mode

Legendary Action Utility.webp

Summon your mate to protect you in battle.
 Range: Self

Tactics

While the Owlbear can not make Critical Hits because of its recent injury, it is still a powerful and dangerous creature. Many of its abilities focus on knocking others Prone, such as Crushing Flight, allowing it to ensure successful hits. When taken to half health, its rage ability will trigger, increasing its damage further with both increased Strength and Multiattack. It will also have the support of the Owlbear Cub, though it is best to ignore the cub if you plan to recruit it later on for your Camp.

However, because of the Owlbear's injury, it is far easier to sneak up on it as it has Disadvantage on Perception. A more direct approach can use Andrick and Brynna to help in the fight if convinced, who, acting as soft targets, can be useful distractions and support. Spells, items or weapon abilities that require a Dexterity Saving Throw like Grease, Grease Bottle or Topple are quite effective in slowing it down. When it is enraged, it is best to finish the fight quickly before its multiattack shreds through the group.

Companion approval

Walking into the nest area without Speak with Animals.

  • DC 15 Animal Handling check. - Study the owlbear's behaviour.
    • Hold out your palms - you mean no harm. OR Back away slowly.
Gale approves +1 Karlach approves +1 Laezel disapproves -1 Shadowheart approves +1
    • Move towards the cub.
Karlach disapproves -1 Laezel approves +1 Shadowheart disapproves -1
Inspiration:Outlander Gale approves +1 Karlach approves +1 Laezel disapproves -1 Shadowheart approves +1
  • Attack.
Karlach disapproves -1 Laezel approves +1 Shadowheart disapproves -1


Walking into the nest area with Speak with Animals.

  • DC 10 Intimidation check. - "Let me go, or you'll watch your cub die before I finish you." OR Persuasion DC 10 - "Just allow me to leave. I'm no threat to you or your cub." OR Druid Persuasion DC 5 "You need to rest, let nature heal you. This is no time for a fight."
Inspiration:Outlander Gale approves +1 Karlach approves +1 Laezel disapproves -1 Shadowheart approves +1
  • "You've had your last meal, beast. You and your cub alike." OR Attack OR Step Closer
Karlach disapproves -1 Laezel approves +1 Shadowheart disapproves -1

As long as Animal Handling is not used, the Outlander inspiration Mother's Fury can be gained by making the owlbear let the adventurers leave peacefully or possibly by killing it.

Notable loot

Notes

  • The Owlbear found in the Owlbear Nest is already damaged by 8 points when it is encountered. This particular Owlbear also has the Distressed Distressed condition.
  • The Owlbear found in the Owlbear Nest will be killed by goblins after a Long Rest if you enter the cave but don't resolve it yourself.
  • In the fifth edition of Dungeons and Dragons, an Owlbear is classed as a Monstrosity, not a Beast. The Owlbear being classified as it currently is in Baldur's Gate 3 is more in line to previous editions, such as fourth and third.

Gallery

  • Owlbear Model

    Owlbear Model

  • Owlbear

    Owlbear

External links

Owlbear on the Forgotten Realms Wiki

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