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Defense
Hit Points
102 (12d10+30 +2)
Treasure & Loot
Common Loot
Proficiencies & Senses
Saving Throws
Strength, Wisdom
Skills
Arcana +4, Athletics +7, Perception +6, Intimidation +6
Senses
darkvision 60 ft.
blindsight 30 ft.
passive Perception 16
Characteristics
Damage Resistances
psychic
Condition Immunities
blinded, charmed
Languages
Common, Giant, telepathy 60 ft.
Traits
Third Eye of Insight
The Eye of Asthyr can see through illusions and invisibility, granting it advantage on Intelligence (Investigation) checks to discern hidden creatures or illusions.
Eldritch Resistance
The Eye of Asthyr has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened.
Actions
Multiattack
The Eye of Asthyr can make two melee attacks or one melee attack and one Eye Blast attack.
Greatclub
Melee Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 22 (3d10 + 4) bludgeoning damage.
Eye Blast
Ranged Spell Attack: +7 to hit, range 120 ft., one creature. Hit: 36 (8d8) psychic damage and the target must make a DC 15 Constitution saving throw, taking half damage on a success.
Combat Behavior
Tactics
• Uses its Third Eye to detect hidden foes.
• Starts combat with Eye Blast to incapacitate foes before engaging in melee.
Combat Style
Relies on its ability to discern the intentions of foes and uses its mystic powers to control the battlefield.
Morale
Will retreat if heavily injured or outmatched, seeking refuge in the highlands.
Monster Description
The Eye of Asthyr is a towering giant with a unsettling third eye located in the middle of its forehead. This eye is both a blessing and a curse, granting the creature powerful insight into realms beyond mortal comprehension. Originating from deep within the Asthyr Mountain range, it wanders its territory, often guarding ancient secrets and keeping watch over sacred lands. The inhabitants of the region speak in hushed tones of the giant's peculiar ability to see through illusions and its psychic blasts that can tear into the minds of its foes.
Monster behavior
Although it has a fearsome appearance, the Eye of Asthyr is not outright hostile unless provoked. When encountered, it often seeks to communicate with those it sees, testing their intentions with probing questions. Its tactics involve using its Third Eye to discern truth from lies, making it a formidable foe for those who do not approach with honesty. If threatened, the giant's response is to unleash its Eye Blast, aiming to incapacitate the intruders and protect its domain. It will attempt to intimidate its foes while revealing cryptic insights that can confuse or unsettle them further.
Ecology
The Eye of Asthyr plays an integral role in maintaining the balance of its mountainous environment. It interacts with the mystical energies flowing through the region, which influences local wildlife and plant life. The giant often nurtures rare magical herbs and creatures, ensuring that they thrive. Its presence contributes to the growth of ancient trees and the vitality of the land, becoming a natural guardian over the hidden wonders of the terrain. Other creatures respect its domain, often avoiding conflict with the giant.
History
The history of the Eye of Asthyr is interwoven with the very fabric of the landscape it calls home. Ancient texts recount how the giant was born from the forces of magic during a cataclysmic event, instilling it with both tremendous power and a burden of knowledge. Many adventurers, seekers of truth and power, have sought out the Eye, hoping for lessons or boons. Some returned changed forever, bearing the weight of the truths they uncovered. Others were less fortunate, falling victim to the giant's Eye Blast when they attempted deceit. In recent years, stories of the Eye have spread beyond the mountains, drawing the attention of both scholars and treasure hunters who wish to unlock the mysteries it guards.
