Hypnosnake (D&D)

This article is about the Hypnosnake, a monster from D&D.
==Basic Dungeons and Dragons==
The hypnosnake is a semi-intelligent reptile that attempts to hypnotize its prey before devouring it. This hideous serpent is a red and green striped reptile that may grow up to 20 feet in length. Its eyes are a whirling blend of all the colors of the rainbow. To hypnotize its prey, the hypnosnake stares into the eyes of a potential victim while swaying in a rhythmical fashion. The victim must make a Saving Throw vs. Paralysis or fall instantly asleep. The next round, the hypnosnake may seek out another victim and attempt to hypnotize him or her.
A character who is surprised by the hypnosnake automatically meets its gaze. Characters who are in hand-to-hand combat with it will meet its gaze unless they state that they are looking away. In the latter case, the character attacks at -4 and the hypnosnake attacks at +2 on all Hit Rolls. If the hypnosnake watches itself in a mirror for a full round it must make a Saving Throw vs. Paralysis or send itself to sleep.
The hypnosnake can also lash out with its barbed tail for 1d10 points of damage, or bite for 1d8 points. Note that, if it chooses to bite, it cannot attempt to hypnotize at the same time.
Armor Class 3 | Hit Dice 8* | Move 90' (30') | Attacks 1 Bite or 1 Gaze; 1 Tail | 1d8 or Sleep; 1d10 | No. Apearing 1 (1) | Save As Magic User 5 | Morale 9 | Treasure Type D | Intelligence 3 | Alignment Chaotic | XP 1200
=== Sources ===
* Dungeons and Dragons Official Game Accessory Creature Catalogue
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