Centaur

Large monstrosity (semi-intelligent)

Armor Class: 5
Hit Dice: 4 (average 14 hp)
Movement: 180 ft
Attacks: 2 hooves (1d6 each) + 1 weapon (1d6); or as armed
Morale: 8
Alignment: Neutral
XP: 400

Description

Centaurs have the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse. They are semi-intelligent, fiercely proud, and deeply territorial. They dwell in hidden forest glens far from human settlements.

Special Abilities

Two Attack Forms: In melee, a Centaur attacks as both a man (weapon) and a medium horse (two hoof strikes). This gives them three attacks per round.

Mounted Charge: On an open charge, a Centaur attacks with a lance-equivalent weapon dealing doubled damage (as cavalry).

Weapons: 50% carry clubs, 25% carry lance-like spears, 25% are bow-armed.

Tactics / Encounter / Notes

Centaurs favor the charge and prefer open ground. Bow-armed centaurs fight at range, using their speed to stay out of melee. They protect their hidden glens fiercely.

5% chance the encounter is at their lair (hidden glen, very rarely found by outsiders).

Treasure

Centaur lairs contain Type A treasure.