Ghasthopper

AC 13 (natural armor)

HP 31(7d4+14; bloodied 15)

Speed 10 ft., fly 30 ft.

Proficiency +2; Maneuver DC 13

Saving Throws Con +4, Wis +4

Skills Stealth +4

Damage Resistances necrotic

Damage Immunities poison

Condition Immunities charmed , exhaustion , poisoned

Senses darkvision 30 ft., passive Perception 10

Languages —

Despair Aura. A non-undead creature that takes an action or bonus action while within 10 feet of a ghasthopper can’t take another action, bonus action, or reaction until the start of its next turn. If a creature makes its saving throw , it is immune to any ghasthopper’s aura for the next 24 hours.

Incorporeal Movement. The ghasthopper can move through other creatures and objects as if they were difficult terrain . It takes 5 (1d10) force damage if it ends its turn inside an object.

Smoky Signals. The ghasthopper is invisible except when flying, attacking, or feeding on a host. During these activities, it appears as a wisp of smoke shaped like an insect.

ACTIONS

Bleak Vibrations. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 4 (1d4 + 2) thunder damage plus 3 (1d6) psychic damage.

Drain Health. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (3d4) necrotic damage. In addition, the ghasthopper gains a number of temporary hit points equal to the amount of damage dealt.