Dungeons & Dragons Hammerhead Shark Miniature

This is a highly detailed miniature of a Hammerhead Shark.

This model was created by M3DM who makes amazingly accurate models of Dungeons & Dragons creatures and is provided by Commercial License.

In Dungeons & Dragons, a Hammerhead Shark is a fearsome aquatic predator commonly found in oceanic settings. Similar to its real-world counterpart, it has a distinctive flattened head with wide-set eyes, providing it with excellent vision and the ability to detect movement and electrical signals in the water. In game mechanics, it is typically categorized as a Large Beast with an unaligned nature, making it a neutral force in the ecosystem rather than an inherently aggressive monster. It relies on its keen senses, particularly blindsight, to locate prey, making it a formidable hunter, especially in murky waters.

Hammerhead Sharks are often used by Dungeon Masters to add danger to underwater adventures, whether as random encounters, guardians of submerged ruins, or even trained creatures serving aquatic factions like sahuagin or merfolk. They are known for their powerful bite attacks and high swim speed, making them a deadly threat to unprepared adventurers. Some magical variants or enhanced versions might appear in certain campaigns, infused with elemental properties or serving as mounts for undersea warriors.

While typically not intelligent, these creatures can be influenced through magic, druidic abilities, or powerful aquatic entities. In some settings, they may be bred or magically controlled by ocean-dwelling civilizations, further enhancing their role as underwater threats. Their presence in a campaign can add tension to naval journeys, coastal explorations, or deep-sea expeditions, forcing players to think strategically when navigating aquatic environments.