Jaguar - Revision history

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 '''Surprised only on a 1.'''  Due to the jaguar's high degree of alertness and exceptional perception, it's surprised only on a roll of 1 on a d6.
-== Advantages ==
+'''Surprise on a 1-3.'''  Due to the jaguar's potential to stalk it's prey, characters encountering the animal will be surprised if they roll a 1, 2 or 3 on a d6, unless they possess a sage ability that discounts this.
-The jaguar is very observant in its habitat and possesses an excellent sense of smell; it can be '''surprised only on a 1 in 6'''.
+See [[Bestiary]]
+[[Category: Reviewed]]

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 | attack = '''3''': two [[Claw (attack)|claw]]; [[Fangs (attack)|fangs]]
 | dmg = claw (2–8); fangs (4–16)
-| special = [[Pounce|pounce]], [[Raking|raking]], [[Surprise (combat)|surprise]] on a 1–3,<br>surprised only on a 1
+| special = [[Pounce|pounce]], [[Raking|raking]], [[Surprise (combat)|surprised]] only<br>on a 1; surprise on a 1–3
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 '''Raking.'''  When the jaguar strikes successfully with both its front claws, it gains two extra raking hits with its rear claws.  This reflexive damage is applied without the need of a to hit roll, landing on the target that took the most damage from either or both claws — or randomly determined if need be.
-'''Surprised only on a 1.'''
+'''Surprised only on a 1.'''  Due to the jaguar's high degree of alertness and exceptional perception, it's surprised only on a roll of 1 on a d6.
 == Advantages ==

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	'''Raking.''' When the jaguar strikes successfully with both its front claws, it gains two extra raking hits with its rear claws. This reflexive damage is applied without the need of a to hit roll, landing on the target that took the most damage from either or both claws — or randomly determined if need be.		'''Raking.''' When the jaguar strikes successfully with both its front claws, it gains two extra raking hits with its rear claws. This reflexive damage is applied without the need of a to hit roll, landing on the target that took the most damage from either or both claws — or randomly determined if need be.
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		+	'''Surprised only on a 1.'''

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-'''Pounce.'''  Large cats exert considerable force when they pounce, using their weight and muscular power to knock down their prey.  At the start of a [[Combat|combat]], the jaguar springs forward a distance of 10 to 15 feet following a swift approach, or descends on prey from above.  Should the jaguar catch its target off guard — either with [[Surprise (combat)|surprise]] or [[Initiative|initiative]] — this pounce inflicts 1-6 [[Damage (hit points)|damage]] in addition to that caused by its normal attacks.  Additionally, the defender is [[Knocked Prone|knocked prone]], though not [[Stun Lock|stunned]], unless the jaguar's attacks cause sufficient damage.  Pouncing can be employed only once per combat.
+'''Pounce.'''  Large cats exert considerable force when they pounce, using their weight and muscular power to knock down their prey.  At the start of a [[Combat|combat]], the jaguar springs forward a distance of 10 to 15 feet following a swift approach, or descends on prey from above.  Should the jaguar catch its target off guard — either with [[Surprise (combat)|surprise]] or [[Initiative|initiative]] — this pounce inflicts 1-6 [[Damage (hit points)|damage]] in addition to that caused by its normal attacks.
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 On average, jaguars typically consume around 3 lbs. of meat daily. However, due to uncertain hunting opportunities, they can gorge themselves upon 55 lbs. of meat during a single feeding.  They engage in mating but do not form familial units. Encountering a single jaguar often indicates a solitary male or female, with the former being more prevalent. When two or more jaguars are spotted, it's likely to be a female accompanied by her cubs.  Rarely observed are mated pairs together, as their mating period lasts only a few days. Mating can take place at any time throughout the year.
+== Advantages ==
+'''Pounce.'''  Large cats exert considerable force when they pounce, using their weight and muscular power to knock down their prey.  When rushing an opponent at the outset of a combat, the jaguar initially springs forward 10 to 15 feet from a running start, or dropping on prey from above.  If the jaguar either [[Surprise (combat)|surprises]] or wins [[Initiative|initiative]] against its target, then this pounce causes 1-6 [[Damage (hit points)|damage]] whether or not the animal hits with any of its attacks.  Further, the defender is automatically knocked down, though not [[Stun Lock|stunned]] — unless sufficient damage was done.

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	== Behaviour ==		== Behaviour ==
		+	Jaguars are solitary and territorial predators, prowling at night to ambush their prey. Not confined to land, they possess remarkable swimming skills, navigating rivers with ease. Their diverse diet include caymans, deer and fish, preferring to hunt and live alone. They establish large home ranges, marking their territory with urine, feces and claw marks on trees, which can be recognised by characters familiar with the feline.

		+	They use body language, vocalizations like roars, growls and even hisses to communicate with other jaguars or to establish dominance in their territory. As powerful, apex predators, their actions are often shaped by threats to their food source or the need to maintain their hunting ground.

		+	On average, jaguars typically consume around 3 lbs. of meat daily. However, due to uncertain hunting opportunities, they can gorge themselves upon 55 lbs. of meat during a single feeding. They engage in mating but do not form familial units. Encountering a single jaguar often indicates a solitary male or female, with the former being more prevalent. When two or more jaguars are spotted, it's likely to be a female accompanied by her cubs. Rarely observed are mated pairs together, as their mating period lasts only a few days. Mating can take place at any time throughout the year.



−	The bite is so strong that it will break the armour of alligators and turtles; when taking down large prey, it usually closes its jaws on the throat of the [[Animal\|animal]] and holds on, until the victim suffocates. There are no stories of this tactic being taken with a humanoid. Typically, the jaguar eats about 3 lbs. of meat per day; because this cannot be counted on, the animal may consume up to 55 lbs. of meat at a single feeding.

−	Jaguars mate but do not form families. If a single jaguar is encountered, it may be a solitary male or female, though the former is more common. If two or more are found, it is most probably a female and cubs. Rarely are a mated pair found together, as they will spend only a few days mating. Mating may occur at any time of the year.

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-'''Jaguars''' are large members of the cat family that occur in a wide range from the north to the south temperate regions in the Americas, through the sub-tropics and tropics.  They prefer jungles to other ranges, where they exist in larger numbers.  Though its spots somewhat resemble a [[Leopard|leopard]], jaguars are larger and sturdier.  Some jaguars occur that are entirely black in colour.  Albino jaguars, sometimes called white panthers, are extremely rare.
+'''Jaguars''' are large members of the cat family that inhabit a broad range of climates from Mexico to northern Argentina.  They may be found in rainforests, savanna and jungle, thriving especially well in the last.  Despite bearing spots reminiscent of a leopard, jaguars distinguish themselves by their larger, more robust build. Some jaguars sport entirely black coats, while albino variations, known as white panthers, exist but are exceptionally rare.
 The bite is so strong that it will break the armour of alligators and turtles; when taking down large prey, it usually closes its jaws on the throat of the [[Animal|animal]] and holds on, until the victim suffocates.  There are no stories of this tactic being taken with a humanoid.  Typically, the jaguar eats about 3 lbs. of meat per day; because this cannot be counted on, the animal may consume up to 55 lbs. of meat at a single feeding.