monster

Zorbo

CR 1/2

Small Monstrosity, Unaligned

Reveal Stat Block

Armor Class

10 (see Natural Armor feature)

Hit Points

27 (6d6 + 6)

Speed

30 ft., climb 30 ft.

str

dex

con

int

-4

wis

cha

-2

Traits

Magic Resistance.The zorbo has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects.

Natural Armor.The zorbo magically absorbs the natural strength of its surroundings, adjusting its Armor Class based on the material it is standing or climbing on: AC 15 for wood or bone, AC 17 for earth or stone, or AC 19 for metal. If the zorbo isn't in contact with any of these substances, its AC is 10.

Actions

Destructive Claws.mw 3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. ({@damage 2d6 + 1) slashing damage, and if the target is a creature wearing armor, carrying a shield, or in possession of a magic item that improves its AC, it must make a 11 Dexterity saving throw. On a failed save, one such item worn or carried by the creature (the target's choice) magically deteriorates, taking a permanent and cumulative −1 penalty to the AC it offers, and the zorbo gains a +1 bonus to AC until the start of its next turn. Armor reduced to an AC of 10 or a shield or magic item that drops to a 0 AC increase is destroyed.

Zorbo

A zorbo (pronounced ZOR-boh) is a ferocious omnivore similar in size and appearance to a koala. Living in trees and caves, it has long claws, a dour disposition, and a fondness for humanoid flesh. A zorbo alters its natural armor to match its surroundings, and it can weaken and destroy armor, shields, and protective magic items with its sharp claws.