Rhododendron Dragon
Medium Dragon, Any Lawful AlignmentRhododendron dragons resemble azalea dragons but have bulkier bodies, with sturdy limbs and tails covered in large protective scales. Though not as nimble as their azalea dragon cousins, they have powerful claws and strong jaws. Blooms in shades of red, pink, purple, yellow, or orange cover their necks and heads like a mane, and flower at the base of their tails. These flowers have thick petals that are as tough as leather, granting the dragon extra protection.
Rhododendron dragons are taller than azalea dragons, standing around 4 feet at the shoulder and measuring 5 feet from nose to tail. Rhododendron dragons also mature much more slowly, taking 5 years from hatching to reach adulthood. During this time, wyrmlings require care and supervision, as the dragons' time spent living in partnership with humanoids has lessened their wild instincts. Once fully grown, rhododendron dragons usually live to be about 50 years old.
AC 15
Initiative +1 (11)
HP 39 (6d8 + 12)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
15 (+2)
Save +2
DEX
13 (+1)
Save +3
CON
15 (+2)
Save +4
INT
10 (+0)
Save +2
WIS
10 (+0)
Save +0
CHA
8 (-1)
Save -1
Saving Throws DEX +3, CON +4, INT +2
Skills Intimidation +1, Perception +4
Senses Blindsight 10 ft., Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 14
Languages Draconic plus any one language
CR 1/2
Traits
Keen Hearing and Smell. The dragon has Advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on hearing or smell.
Actions
Bite. Melee Attack Roll: +4, reach 5 ft. Hit: 6 (1d8 + 2) Piercing damage.
Claws. Melee Attack Roll: +4, reach 5 ft. Hit: 5 (1d6 + 2) Slashing damage and if the target is a creature, it must succeed on a DC 13 Strength saving throw or be pushed 10 feet away from the dragon and have the Prone condition.
Reactions
Protector. When a creature the dragon can see attacks a target other than the dragon that is within 5 feet of the dragon, the dragon can impose Disadvantage on the attack roll.