Bugbear

Larger, hairier, less intelligent yellow-goblins, whose natural sneakiness makes them nightmare material for many other folk.

Basic Information

Genetics and Reproduction

Sexual reproduction; 7-month gestation within the female.

Growth Rate & Stages

• Infant (Tiny): 0 years
• Toddler (Tiny): 1-3 years
• Young child (Small): 4-6 years
• Older child (Small): 7-10 years
• Adolescent: 11-15 years
• Young adult: 16-30 years
• Middle-aged: 31-46 years
• Elderly: 47-62 years
• Venerable: 63+ years

Additional Information

Geographic Origin and Distribution

The only place where bugbears are common enough to be an ordinary part of goblinoid tribes is in the Wyrmsmoke Mountains of Liassang. Otherwise, they are likely to be found in small nomadic family bands or as individual slaves.

Average Intelligence

8 Intelligence.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Bugbears can see in the dark, and otherwise have senses on par with humans'.

Civilization and Culture

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Goblin.

Genetic Ancestor(s)

• Goblin

Lifespan

62 years

Conservation Status

Bugbears are rare, and probably in danger of extinction unless the goblins learn how to selectively breed more of them.

Average Height

6'4" - 7'8"

Average Weight

200 - 300 lb.

Average Physique

13 Strength, 11 Constitution

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Bugbears are yellowish-brown or brown in coloration. The greener version of goblins do not seem to be able to breed bugbears.