Megafauna, EmbolotheriumThis creature is reminiscent of a rhinoceros, but instead of pointed horns on its nose, this creature possesses a blunt, bony protrusion.Embolotherium CR 5Source Pathfinder #91: Battle of Bloodmarch Hills pg. 87 XP 1,600 N Large animal Init +0; Senses low-light vision; Perception +10DefenseAC 17, touch 9, flat-footed 17 (+8 natural, –1 size) hp 59 (7d8+28) Fort +11, Ref +5, Will +3OffenseSpeed 30 ft. Melee slam +12 (2d6+12) Space 10 ft., Reach 10 ft.StatisticsStr 26, Dex 11, Con 18, Int 2, Wis 13, Cha 3 Base Atk +5; CMB +14; CMD 24 (28 vs. trip) Feats Diehard, Endurance, Great Fortitude, Power Attack Skills Perception +10, Swim +12EcologyEnvironment any plains Organization solitary, pair, or herd (3–9) Treasure noneDescriptionEmbolotherium are squat, stocky creatures with hollow, bony protrusions on their snouts that are used as sound resonation chambers, allowing the creatures to create very loud noises to communicate across great distances. An average embolotherium stands 5 feet tall at the shoulder, with a nose-to-tail length of about 8 feet and a weight of 6,000 pounds.
Embolotherium are strict herbivores, grazing on grasses and flowering plants. Their eyesight is very poor, but extremely acute hearing makes up for this deficiency. A herd of embolotherium can be quickly provoked into a stampede, and travelers should be wary of even whispered conversation when near a group of these creatures.
Naturally social with others of their kind, embolotherium are generally found in large groups in flat, grassy areas. Their many layers of tough skin serve as deterrents to attack as well as thermal buffers, allowing them to survive in even frigid temperatures as long as there is sufficient food.Creatures in "Megafauna" CategorySource Pathfinder RPG Bestiary pg. 186
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