Scything Blade Trap
Simple Trap · Tier 2 · Dangerous
Trigger
When the lever is pulled, the trap activates.
Effect
Each Medium or larger creature in a 5-foot-wide, 20-foot-long area must make a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw, taking 14 () Slashing damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
SlashingCountermeasures
The lever isn't hidden. A successful DC 15 Wisdom () check involving the surfaces in the trap's area of effect reveals scrape marks and bloodstains on the walls and floor. A successful DC 15 Dexterity check using disables the lever.
Trap Details
This trap uses moving blades that sweep down through a chamber, threatening anyone nearby. Typically, a scything blade trap is activated by manipulating a lever or some other simple device. Kobolds especially like this kind of trap, since it can take down bigger creatures.