Basilisk

Basilisks are large lizard creatures often found in the Underdark.

Creature Information
Basilisk are large, lizard-like creatures with eight legs that are considered very dangerous due to their natural abilities.

In the world of Critical Role, the duergar in Emberhold would raise these creatures as guardians and weapons to use should their patrol encounter something too powerful which they cannot handle themselves.

Abilities
Basilisks are known for their petrifying eyes that can turn others into stone should both creatures make eye contact. They also are capable of poisoning their opponents.
 * Petrifying Gaze
 * Poison