Large Aberration, Unaligned
Armor Class: 15 (natural armor)
Hit Points: 85 (10d10 + 30)
Speed: 0 ft., swim 50 ft.
STR 18 (+4) | DEX 16 (+3) | CON 16 (+3) | INT 3 (-4) | WIS 12 (+1) | CHA 6 (-2)
Skills: Perception +4, Stealth +5
Senses: Blindsight 60 ft., Darkvision 120 ft., Passive Perception 14
Challenge: 5 (1,800 XP)
Traits
· Blink. As a bonus action, the blink shark can teleport up to 40 feet to an unoccupied space it can see within water. It cannot teleport onto land. After teleporting, it cannot take opportunity attacks until the start of its next turn.
· Aquatic Predator. The blink shark has advantage on attack rolls against any creature that is in water and is either surprised or frightened.
· Keen Smell. The blink shark has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.
· Camouflage. The blink shark can change the coloration of its skin to blend in with underwater surroundings. It has advantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks while in water.
Actions
· Multiattack. The blink shark makes two attacks: one with its bite and one with its tail.
· Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 22 (3d10 + 4) piercing damage.
· Tail Swipe. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 14 (2d8 + 4) bludgeoning damage. On a hit, the target must succeed on a DC 15 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.
· Blink Strike (Recharge 5–6). The blink shark can use its Blink trait as part of a bite attack. After teleporting, it makes a bite attack against a target within range. If the attack hits, the target must succeed on a DC 14 Constitution saving throw or be stunned until the end of its next turn.
Description: The blink shark is an aberration from the deep, known for its ability to vanish from one spot and reappear in another in the blink of an eye. This terrifying predator uses its teleportation ability to ambush prey and evade threats. Its sleek, dark body allows it to blend in with the ocean depths, making it difficult to spot before it strikes. The blink shark is a favored terror of the deep seas, feared by sailors and adventurers alike for its deadly ambush tactics.