Giant Tarantula

Pathfinder Remaster. Stats use the Pathfinder Remaster rules from Pathfinder Monster Core.

The Giant Tarantula is a Level 6 creature, with Armor Class 21 and 135 hit points. The giant tarantula is a massive, hairy arachnid that stalks prey through physical intimidation and potent venom.

Giant Tarantula, original Pathfinder 2e monster artwork by ZapGM

Stat Block

Abilities & Attacks

Giant Tarantula Venom (poison). Saving Throw DC 23 Fortitude save. Maximum Duration 8 rounds. Stage 1 1d10 poison damage (1 round). Stage 2 1d12 poison damage, Clumsy 1, and Off-Guard (1 round). Stage 3 2d6 poison damage, Clumsy 2, and off-guard (1 round). Stage 4 2d6 poison damage and Paralyzed (1 round) Hair Barrage (2 actions). The tarantula flicks its legs, flinging spiky hairs in a 15-foot cone. This deals 4d6 piercing damage with a DC 25 basic Reflex save. Knockdown (1 action). Requirements The monster's last action was a successful Strike that lists Knockdown in its damage entry. Effect The monster attempts to Trip the creature. This attempt neither applies nor counts toward the monster's multiple attack penalty.

Common Questions

How much HP does a Giant Tarantula have?

135 hit points.

What level is a Giant Tarantula?

Level 6.

What is a Giant Tarantula's Armor Class?

AC 21.

How fast can a Giant Tarantula move?

Speed 30 ft., climb 30 ft.

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