Neutral Small Animal (mammal)
Surprise 20%; Senses poor eyesight, good olfactory senses, keen hearing
Armor Class 4
Hit Points 6 (HD 1+2; 1d8+2)
Move 6", burrow 3"
Poison 14, Petrify 15, Wand 16, Breath 17, Spell 17
Special Defenses none
Magic Resistance standard
To Hit AC 0: 18
Melee 2 claws (1d2/1d2) and bite (1d3)
Special Attacks none; Hits As normal
Base Morale 52%
Intelligence semi- (2-4)
Languages none
Level I
These burrowing animals are typically solitary. Their speed accounts for their high armor class rating. They are fierce fighters and will staunchly defend their territory. If more than 1 is encountered it will be a mated pair (and young). The pelt of the badger is typically sold for from 10-30 gold pieces.
The squat, burrowing badger is plentiful in most temperate forests. Most species are carnivorous, though some eat a variety of meat, insects, and vegetables. The badger possesses a fierceness and natural tenacity, while its stubby legs and wide, seemingly portly stature belie the creature’s actual strength and speed.
A typical badger has dark brownish-gray or black fur highlighted with white markings, such as bands or striped masks about the eyes. These markings are distinct and vary by species. While generally neutral, if threatened or otherwise provoked, badgers can become fierce combatants. Once engaged with an opponent, they typically fight until slain. In combat, they fight with their sharp, needle-like teeth and long, curved claws, which they otherwise use for digging.
Giant Badger. There is a very rare variety of badger which grow to twice the size of the normal sort. Utterly fearless creatures, when confronted they attack brutally, and if injured, they violently erupt into a killing frenzy.
Giant badgers stand 4 feet tall at the shoulder, and weigh 500 pounds.
Neutral Man-sized Monster (animal, mammal)
Surprise 20%; Senses poor eyesight, good olfactory senses, keen hearing
Armor Class 4
Hit Points 13 (HD 3; 3d8)
Move 6", burrow 3"
Poison 13, Petrify 14, Wand 15, Breath 16, Spell 16
Special Defenses none
Magic Resistance standard
To Hit AC 0: 16
Melee 2 claws (1d3/1d3) and bite (1d6)
Special Attacks none; Hits As normal
Base Morale 60%
Intelligence semi- (2-4)
Languages none
Level II
Levels Badger. I.; Giant. II.
Frequency. Badger. Uncommon; Giant. Very Rare; In Lair nil
Number Appearing. Badger. 2-5; (Giant. Level II. 1d2)
Environment. Temperate and sub-tropical, uninhabited/wilderness areas (forest, rough);
Treasure Type. nil
Experience. Badger. XP 40 (or 28+2 per h.p.); Giant. XP 89 (or 50+3 per h.p.)
