Neanderthal (Caveman)🔗
Squat, powerful, primitive demihumans with ape-like faces. Dwell in caverns and hunt cave bears. Shy of contact with humans (with whom they are related), but friendly with dwarves and gnomes.
| Armor Class | 8 [11] |
|---|---|
| Hit Dice | 2 (9hp) |
| Attacks | 1 × weapon (2d4 or by weapon + 1) |
| THAC0 | 18 [+1] |
| Movement | 120’ (40’) |
| Saving Throws | D12 W13 P14 B15 S16 (2) |
| Morale | 7 |
| Alignment | Lawful |
| XP | 20 |
| Number Appearing | 1d10 (1d4 × 10) |
| Treasure Type | C |
- Weapons: Prefer stone axes, stone hammers, clubs, or spears.
- Leaders: Two 6HD leaders (one male, one female) live in the neanderthal lair. They are 10’ tall and of a related but distinct race.
- Racial animosity: Attack ogres on sight. Hate goblins and kobolds.
- Pets: Sometimes keep white apes as pets (see Ape, White).