The massive sail on the back of this squat reptilian creature flexes and twitches as the beast stalks forward.
Dimetrodon CR 3
XP 800
N Large animal
Init +6; Senses low-light vision, scent; Perception +6
Defense
AC 14, touch 11, flat-footed 12 (+2 Dex, +3 natural, –1 size)
hp 34 (4d8+16)
Fort +8, Ref +6, Will +2
Offense
Speed 30 ft.
Melee bite +8 (1d8+7/19–20)
Space 10 ft.; Reach 5 ft.
Special Attacks tearing bite
Statistics
Str 20, Dex 15, Con 18, Int 1, Wis 12, Cha 3
Base Atk +3; CMB +9; CMD 21 (25 vs. trip)
Feats Improved Initiative, Weapon Focus (bite)
Skills Perception +6, Stealth +3
Ecology
Environment warm forests
Organization solitary, pair, or pack (3–12)
Treasure none
Special Abilities
Tearing Bite (Ex) A dimetrodon's jaws are filled with razor-sharp teeth of two different sizes. This gives the creature a threat range of 19–20 with its bite attack.
A dimetrodon is a quadrupedal reptile similar in shape to a crocodile, but with a blunter snout filled with jagged, sharp teeth. Its most distinguishing feature is the massive sail that runs the length of its back. By extending or contracting the fin, the cold-blooded reptile can control its body temperature with ease. While they are not technically dinosaurs, dimetrodons are still often found dwelling in regions inhabited by such creatures.
A fully grown adult dimetrodon can reach a length of up to 15 feet and weigh upward of 2,000 pounds.
