Puddlemoppets

Puddlemoppets: Mystical Dual-Natured Creatures

Puddlemoppets are enigmatic creatures from the Feywild, now often found in forests, jungles, and swamps of the Prime Material Plane. Their dual-nature transformation upon contact with water has inspired local legends and myths. Despite their monstrosity classification, their Feywild origins allow them to be affected by spells typically reserved for beasts.

Lore

• Origins and Habitat: Puddlemoppets hail from the Feywild but are now common in temperate and tropical regions. They avoid large bodies of water and fire due to their transformative nature.
• Mythology: These creatures are believed to possess twin souls, representing chaotic good in their Cute Form and chaotic evil in their Predator Form. Some cultures revere them as spiritual beings, while others use them in cautionary tales.
• Environmental Impact: These creatures play a unique role in local ecosystems and inspire various folklore, including tales of rare harmonious Puddlemoppets sought for their wisdom.

Unique Traits

• Animal Companionship: Occasionally forming bonds with rangers, Puddlemoppets become versatile animal companions.
• Magical Affinity: They are affected by spells targeting beasts, reflecting their Feywild origins.

Magical Properties

• Cute Form:
  • Fur is used for crafting luck-enhancing items.
  • Saliva serves as a focus for Detect Magic or Locate Animals or Plants.
• Predator Form:
  • Fur is crafted into wildshaping items.
  • Claws and teeth are used for potent poisons.

Adventure Hooks

• Investigate a hidden Feywild portal linked to Puddlemoppets.
• Study the ecological impact of their presence in local environments.
• Pursue a rare harmonious Puddlemoppet for its arcane knowledge.
• Resolve moral dilemmas when harvesting Puddlemoppet parts for magical uses.
• Participate in a Feywild festival celebrating their dual nature.
• Form a bond with a Puddlemoppet as an animal companion.
• Research the magical compatibility of Puddlemoppets.

layout: Basic 5e Layout
name: Puddlemoppet
image: "https://i.imgur.com/GHu3VYw.png"
size: Small
type: Shapechanger, Fey, Beast
alignment: "Chaotic Good (Cute Form) / Chaotic Evil (Predator Form)"
ac: "12 (Cute Form) / 14 (Predator Form)"
hp: "22 (5d6 + 5)"
speed: "25 ft., climb 20 ft."
stats: [8, 14, 12, 6, 12, 19]
saves:
  - Dexterity: +4
  - Wisdom: +3
skills:
  - Stealth: +4
  - Perception: +3
senses: "Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 13"
languages: "Understands Sylvan but cannot speak"
cr: 2
proficiency: +2
traits:
  - name: Shapechanger
    desc: "The Puddlemoppet involuntarily transforms into its Predator Form upon contact with water, reverting to its Cute Form when completely dry."
actions:
  - name: Bite (Cute Form)
    desc: "Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d8 + 2) piercing damage."
  - name: Enhanced Leap (Cute Form)
    desc: "The Puddlemoppet can leap twice its movement speed in length or height, even without a running start."
  - name: Multiattack (Predator Form)
    desc: "The Puddlemoppet makes two attacks: one with its bite and one with its claws."
  - name: Poisonous Bite (Predator Form)
    desc: "Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d8 + 2) piercing damage. The target must succeed on a DC 12 Constitution saving throw or become poisoned and confused. While poisoned, the target can make a saving throw at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success."
  - name: Poisonous Claws (Predator Form)
    desc: "Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (2d4 + 2) slashing damage. The target must succeed on a DC 12 Constitution saving throw or become poisoned and confused. While poisoned, the target can make a saving throw at the end of each of its turns."
  - name: Predatory Leap (Predator Form)
    desc: "The Puddlemoppet can leap up to twice its movement speed. If it lands within reach of a creature, it makes a bite or claw attack with advantage."