The Sludge range in color based on the environment its found in, utilizing a self created camoflauge but are limited to dark earthen colors similar to stone and rock. It drains its vicitims of strength and stamina as well as the victims very life essence causing the PC to drop their weapons theyre holding after being ensnared by the Sludge for 1 round. They are typically found in dungeons as the regularly encountered “clean up crew” variety. D10 damage is dealt upon initial contact only. Sequential rounds follow the below stated rules to PC’s. Instinct: life drain, reduced movement, stat drain.

• Lies in wait hiding using what camoflauge it can via its naturally dark stone color, to ensnare hapless adventurers who step near it. As it traps the victim for x rounds it deals D4 damage per round untill target performs a successful saving throw. the targets strength, constitution, stamina, dexterity and movement speed are reduced by half, while ensnared, and for d4 rounds after escaping the sludge. the player is rendered unconscious if the initial d10 contact damage reduces the PC to half hit points or lower. once unconscious the PC will take d4 damage per round untill death.
• The sludge can pretend to be a large rock or stone door or other large stone structure varying in detail to mimic stairs, small bridges, archways, varying in size from an average door to cart size stones. up to 6’x6’x6’
• Moves by lunging 10’ per turn.
• PC’s who attempt to rescue victim must pass a saving throw, if failed the PC takes d4 damage, if a PC fails 3 rescue attempts in a row, they become ensnared as well, (max of 2 PC’s)
• Can choose to be sticky or slimy at will.