Bugbear

• AC: 16 (Hide Armor, Shield)
• Alignment: Chaotic Evil
• CHA: 9
• CON: 13
• Challenge Rating: 1
• DEX: 14
• HP: 27 (5d8+5)
• INT: 8
• Languages: Common, Goblin
• Passive Perception: 10
• Roll 0: Morningstar 1d20 + 4 2d8+2
• Roll 1: Melee 1d20 + 4 2d6+2
• Roll 2: Ranged 1d20 + 4 1d6+2
• STR: 15
• Senses: Darkvision 60 Ft.
• Size: Medium
• Skills: Stealth +6, Survival +2
• Speed: 30 ft.
• Type: humanoid (goblinoid)
• WIS: 11

Traits

Brute: A melee weapon deals one extra die of its damage when the bugbear hits with it (included in the attack).

Surprise Attack: If the bugbear surprises a creature and hits it with an attack during the first round of combat, the target takes an extra 7 (2d6) damage from the attack.

Actions

Morningstar: Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d8 + 2) piercing damage.

Javelin: Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 30/120 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (2d6 + 2) piercing damage in melee or 5 (1d6 + 2) piercing damage at range.

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The SendingStone review

Bugbears are a formidable foe for low-level players, with AC 16 and 27 hit points. They are chaotic evil and speak common and goblin, making them a potential threat in many situations. Their DEX of 14 also makes them quick and agile, making it harder for players to land attacks. However, with a CHA of only 9 and INT of 8, they are not particularly intelligent or persuasive. Overall, Bugbears are a solid choice for early-game encounters that provide a challenge for players without being overwhelmingly difficult.

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Bugbear is D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) 5th edition content, but other TTRPGs may have their own version such as a Bugbear Pathfinder edition. Want to use Bugbear in a VTT (virtual tabletop)? Try out SendingStone for free today!

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