Black Bear CR 1/2 Medium beast

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Medium beast, unaligned

Armor Class 11 (natural armor) Hit Points 19 (3d8 + 6) Speed 40 ft., climb 30 ft.
STR 15 (+2)
DEX 10 (+0)
CON 14 (+2)
INT 2 (−4)
WIS 12 (+1)
CHA 7 (−2)

Senses passive Perception 13

Languages —

Challenge 1/2 (100 XP)   Proficiency Bonus +2

Traits

Keen Smell. The bear has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.

Actions

Multiattack. The bear makes two attacks: one with its bite and one with its claws.

Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d6 + 2) piercing damage.

Claws. Melee Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (2d4 + 2) slashing damage.

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