Apparatus of the Crab

A large (6’ tall, 4’ around) iron barrel which acts as a mechanical aquatic vehicle. Appears like a giant crab when in use.

• Secret entry hatch: A secret entry hatch in one side allows entry to the apparatus.

• Levers: Inside the apparatus are a series of levers with the following effects:

a. Extend/retract legs and tail: With legs and tail extended, the apparatus can move at a rate of 60’ (20’) on land or in water.

b. Uncover/cover forward porthole

c. Uncover/cover side portholes

d. Extend/retract pincers: When extended, the apparatus can attack.

e. Snap pincers: Two attacks per round, THAC0 19 [0], 2d6 damage.

f. Move forward/backward

g. Turn left/right

h. Rise/sink in water

i. Open/close eyes: Project light in a 30’ radius around the apparatus.

j. Open/close secret hatch: When closed, the apparatus is watertight.

• Combat stats: The apparatus is treated as a vehicle (see Vehicles in Old-School Essentials Classic Fantasy) with AC 0 [19] and 40 hull points.

• Crew: Up to 2 human-sized people can fit inside the apparatus.

• Air: Once sealed, there is air sufficient for 1d4+1 hours (twice that if only a single person is inside).