COSMIC SEAS 5E: ADRESHAN HADROSAUR RIDERS

Many spe cies of dinosaurs may be found on the many "Lost World" planets found across the Cosmic Seas, with many such creatures acting as mounts, beasts of burden, pets and war-beasts. The most often species used as war mounts and beasts of burden are the many species of Hadrosaurus. On the colony planet of Adreshan, one species of Hadrosaurus, the Parasaurolophus (crested lizard) in particular is very popular due to its social nature and loyalty to its rider once imprinted.

Parasaurolophus

Huge beast, unaligned

Armor Class 13 (natural armor)

Hit Points 30 (4d10 + 8)

Speed 50 ft.

STR 17 (+3)  DEX 15 (+2)  CON 15 (+2) INT 2 (-4) WIS 14 (+2)  CHA 10 (+0)

Skills Perception +6

Senses passive Perception 16

Languages —

Challenge 1 (200 XP)

Keen Hearing. The parasaurolophus has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on hearing.

ACTIONS

Stomp. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one prone creature. Hit: 10 (2d8 + 3) bludgeoning damage.

Tail. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 16 (2d12 + 3) bludgeoning damage. If the target is a Medium or smaller creature, it must succeed on a DC 13 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.

The parasaurolophus is a herbivorous duck-billed dinosaur with a distinctive crest on its head. This crest is hollow and can be used to create sound. These creatures cost 200 gp each and has a carrying capacity of 1,320 lb. Saddles for a Hadrosaurus of any species costs 60 gp and weighs 40 lb.