Lynx
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Size/Type | Small Animal |
| Hit Dice | 1d8+1 (5 hp) |
| Initiative | +3 |
| Speed | 40 ft. (8 squares) |
| Armor Class | 15 (+1 size, +3 Dex, +1 natural), touch 14, flat-footed 12 |
| Base Attack/Grapple | +0/-5 |
| Attack | Bite +4 melee (1d4-1) |
| Full Attack | Bite +4 melee (1d4-1) |
| Space/Reach | 5 ft./5 ft. |
| Special Attacks | Improved grab |
| Special Qualities | Low-light vision, scent |
| Saves | Fort +3, Ref +5, Will +1 |
| Abilities | Str 8, Dex 17, Con 13, Int 2, Wis 12, Cha 5 |
| Skills | Climb +4, Hide +7, Move Silently +4, Spot +6, Survival +2* |
| Feats | TrackB, Weapon Finesse |
| Environment | Temperate forests |
| Organization | Solitary |
| Challenge Rating | 1/3 |
| Advancement | 2–3 HD (Small) |
| Level Adjustment | ― |
Description
A small, bobtailed member of the cat family, this creature is commonly found in forested lands. They tirelessly wander the woods at night, hunting ground dwelling prey using their keen senses of sight and smell. During the winter months, their wide, padded feet allow them to move easily across snow-covered ground.
A lynx is 3–4 feet in length and weighs about 20–30 pounds.
Combat
A lynx hunts in the natural manner of most cats, stalking its prey until it can attack with a sudden pounce from cover or dropping onto their prey. They will not typically attack creatures larger than themselves unless cornered.
Improved Grab (Ex): To use this ability, a lynx must hit with its bite attack. It can then attempt to start a grapple as a free action without provoking an attack of opportunity. If it wins the grapple check, it establishes a hold.
Skills: A lynx has a +4 racial bonus on Climb, Spot and Swim checks. *Lynx have a +4 racial bonus on Survival checks when tracking by scent.