Skunk-Monkeys
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Climate/Terrain | Tropical-Subtropical/Jungle |
| Frequency | Uncommon |
| Organization | Family |
| Activity Cycle | Day |
| Diet | Omnivores |
| Intelligence | Low (5-7) |
| Treasure | U in lair |
| Alignment | Neutral |
| No. Appearing | 3-18 |
| AC | 4 |
| MV | 15" |
| HD | 3 |
| THACO | 17 |
| Attacks | 3 |
| Damage | 1-2/1-2/1-4 |
| Special Attacks | Scent Spray |
| Special Defense | Scent Spray |
| MR | Nil |
| Size | T (6" to 1') |
| Morale | Unsteady (6) |
Description
The Skunk-Monkey is a soft, furry simian cross-breed with a reputation of leaving a lasting impression on people who meet it. They range in color from white to black and their eyes range from ice blue to emerald green.
Combat
Though peaceful by nature, if cornered or grabbed the Skunk-Monkey will fight back with teeth (1-4) and claws (1-2), chattering all the while. This is not their main weapon though.
The Skunk-Monkey can spray (like a Skunk, hence the name) its attacker with a potent scent. Unlike a skunk, the scent of each Skunk-Monkey can vary. Some of the know scents are: Jasmine, Musk, Sandlewood, Rose, Pine, Lemon, Cinnamon, and various other (GMs be creative). It lasts until the scent is some how, magically, removed. Thus the case of the big, hulking barbarian still wandering around smelling of jasmine! If the player is holding the Skunk-Monkey when it sprays he/she receives no saving throw, otherwise a Dex. Check will suffice.
Habitat/Society
Skunk-Monkeys live in family units consisting of mostly females with four to five males, the rest being young or babies. They live in a family tree where they post a babysitter while the rest forage and hunt. They are very curious , though not very brave this often rules their senses when it comes to shiny objects. Most of their time is spent grooming and eating though there is always time to play. Their facial expressions are a joy to watch.
Ecology
These creatures where also the result of that deranged wizards experiments. They are social and friendly and it's even known of a Wu-jen to have several as companions. Unfortunately, the have also been known to have been used by various pranksters. They would wait til some unsuspecting person was petting or holding on of these timid little creatures, then make a loud, sudden noise and well you get the picture. They have adapted well to their enviroment and do not seem to unbalance the nature of things. If caught and trained very young they make excellent, if not some times hazardous pets. Note that their stink glands if removed regenerate in 30 days.