Paradoxal Chicken
tiny monstrosity, neutral
Armor Class: 12
Hit Points: 1 ()
Speed: 30 ft., fly 15 ft.
STR1(-5)DEX14(+2)CON12(+1)INT30(+10)WIS30(+10)CHA10(+0)
Senses: Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 20
Languages: Understands all languages but can’t speak
Challenge: ∞ (∞ XP)
Eggception: When the Paradoxal Chicken is reduced to 0 hit points or is killed, it lays an egg. The chicken’s body vanishes upon laying the egg, leaving only the egg behind. If the egg takes any damage it cracks, revealing the same egg inside.
The egg hatches into the same Paradoxal Chicken at the start of its next turn.
The egg hatches into the same Paradoxal Chicken at the start of its next turn.
Eternal Knowledge: The Paradoxal Chicken has existed since the beginning of time. It possesses a vast reservoir of knowledge, accumulated over countless lifetimes. Its wisdom transcends mortal understanding, drawing from the collective experiences of ages.
Actions
Peck: Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: piercing damage.
Notes
This chicken embodies the classic philosophical question of what came first, the chicken or the egg? It emerges fully formed from an egg it laid itself, creating a paradox wherever it goes.Personality: The Paradoxal Chicken is an enigma wrapped in feathers. Despite its ordinary appearance, it is an ancient being of vast intelligence and wisdom. It has witnessed the unfolding of time and holds secrets unknown to most. Its demeanor is calm and observant, often underestimated due to its inability to speak.
Origin: This chicken’s origin is as mysterious as its existence. It is said to have been present since the dawn of time, emerging from an egg it laid itself. Its life is a cycle without beginning or end, a living paradox that defies the laws of nature.
Behavior in Combat: The Paradoxal Chicken is a creature of peace, preferring to avoid conflict. In combat, it attempts to deescalate tensions, using its immortal nature to outlast opponents. It is not a fighter but will fiercely resist any attempts at confinement, fearing imprisonment above all.
Tags:monstrosityintelligencewisdomreviveloreneutraldarkvisionflying