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Swanmay

A rare and graceful type of fey shapeshifter that transforms between humanoid and swan forms

Type: Fey

Biome: Aquatic-Fresh

Stat Blocks

Basic Fantasy Field Guide Omnibus
Armor Class14
Hit Dice4*
Number Appearing1d4, Lair 2d4
Attacks1 bite or buffet or 1 weapon
Damage1d6 bite or 2d4 buffet or by weapon
Movement30' Swim 30' Fly 90'
Save AsFighter: 4
Morale8
XP280
Treasure TypeIndividuals S; Lair I

Swanmays, also known as swan maidens, are a rare and graceful type of fey shapeshifter. All swanmays are female, with an otherworldly beauty. In their humanoid form, they appear as slender women with long flowing platinum blonde hair, and draped in long flowing cloaks of white feathers. When they wrap themselves in their magical feather cloaks, they transform instantly into elegant swans. Without the cloak, a swanmay cannot transform and appears entirely human. The loss of her cloak renders a swanmay vulnerable, and she will do anything to retrieve it.

In their swan form, swanmays can attack with a bite, or use their enormous wings to buffet their foes, causing 2d4 damage, and knocking their target prone. In their humanoid form, they use a weapon, typically a dagger or shortbow. Like other fey, they are vulnerable to cold iron, taking extra +1 damage from weapons made of iron or steel.