---
title: War Horse
description: The war horse creature for OSR gaming.
date_pub: 2024-02-03T16:59:45.000-04:00
section: bestiary
subsection: horses
content_type: feature
short_code: bh0a
hd: 3
---

A type of [horse](./index.html) bred for warfare, strength, and battle-resolve, but ill-suited to riding long-distances.

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|                 |                     |
| --------------- | ------------------- |
| **Hit Dice**    | 3 (13hp)            |
| **Armor Class** | 13 (natural)        |
| **Attacks**     | 2 (+2) @ 1d6 (hoof) |
| **Movement**    | 40'                 |
| **Save**        | 12 (2)              |
| **Morale**      | 9                   |
| **Alignment**   | Neutral             |

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-   While in melee combat, both rider and horse may make attacks.
-   Can carry up to 400 lbs at full speed, or up to 800 lbs at half-speed.
-   Not encountered in the wild.

### Charge

Grants double damage to rider's lance.

-   Can't use while in melee.
-   Can't attack same round when used.
-   Requires a clear run of 60' (20 yards).
