Babau

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Elemental humanoid (demon)
Babau
Type	Elemental humanoid (demon)
Subtype	Tanar'ri
Location	The Abyss
Alignment	LG NG CG LN N CN LE NE CE
Source: Monster Manual, pg(s). {{{page}}}

Babaus usually serve as a spy or assassin to more powerful demons of the Abyss or sometimes to spellcasters on the material plane. Babaus strike with sudden ferocity after forming careful, devious plans. Most demon lords have at least several babaus as minions. Babaus usually try to summon another Babau before battle so they can both lay plans together using their telepathy and strike from either side of the opponent to get a flanking bonus.

[edit] Appearance

Babaus stand about 6 feet tall and resemble a gaunt humanoid covered in black leathery skin with pointed ears and a long curved horn jutting out of the back of their heads. They also are covered by a red protective slimy jelly that damages anything it touches like acid.

[edit] Combat

Babaus are sneaky and sly. They attack the most powerful foe first, hoping to elimiate the true threats quickly and then toy with the rest. Although they can use their claws in combat, babaus prefer to use weapons, usually those requiring two hands to wield.

[edit] References

• Skip Williams, Jonathan Tweet, Monte Cook (July 2003). Monster Manual 3.5, p. 40. Wizards of the Coast. ISBN 0-7869-2893-X.

• Monte Cook (Oct 2002). Book of Vile Darkness. Wizards of the Coast. ISBN 0-7869-0672-3.