Basilisk

5.5e

medium monstrosity, unaligned

Challenge 3 (700 XP)

STR
16 (+3)
DEX
8 (-1)
CON
15 (+2)
INT
2 (-4)
WIS
8 (-1)
CHA
7 (-2)

Defense

Armor Class 15 (natural armor)
Hit Points 52 (8d8+16)
Speed 20 ft.

Proficiencies & Senses

Darkvision 60 ft.
Passive Perception 9

Traits

Petrifying Gaze

The basilisk can target one creature it can see within 30 feet of it with its magical gaze. The target must succeed on a DC 12 Constitution saving throw or be Restrained. At the end of the target's next turn, it must repeat the saving throw. On a success, the effect ends. On a failure, the target is Petrified. If the basilisk sees its reflection in the gaze, it must make this saving throw.

Actions

Bite

Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (2d6 + 3) piercing damage plus 7 (2d6) poison damage.

Reference Text

The basilisk is a reptilian monstrosity that dwells in mountains and the Underdark. Its gaze can petrify creatures, and it is often found in lairs littered with statues of its victims.