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Animated Object, Flying Sword 5e

Small Construct, Unaligned

The Animated Object, Flying Sword is a small construct in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1/4 (50 XP). It has 17 AC and 17 hit points. A blade of gleaming steel that cuts through the air with elegant precision, its edge singing softly as it moves. The sword dances with the grace of a master fencer, parrying invisible opponents and st...

Armor Class

17

Hit Points

17

Challenge

1/4

50 XP

A blade of gleaming steel that cuts through the air with elegant precision, its edge singing softly as it moves. The sword dances with the grace of a master fencer, parrying invisible opponents and striking at foes with deadly purpose.

Speed Walk 50 fly
STR +1 (12)
DEX +2 (15)
CON +0 (11)
INT -5 (1)
WIS -3 (5)
CHA -5 (1)
Saving Throws DEX +4
Damage Immun. Immune: Poison; Resistant: Cold, Fire
Condition Immun. Blinded, Charmed, Deafened, Exhaustion, Frightenedimmu paralyzed, Petrified
Senses blindsight 60 ft., passive Perception 7
Languages None

Special Traits & Features

Antimagic False
Construct

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

CR 1/4 • 50 XP

Combat Role

Small Construct (Skirmisher / Line)

Party Difficulty Scaling (Party of 4)

Tier 1 (Lvl 3)
Easy / Minion
Tier 2 (Lvl 7)
Easy / Minion
Tier 3 (Lvl 12)
Easy / Minion
Tier 4 (Lvl 17)
Easy / Minion
Recommended Minions & Allies: Artificers, Animated Armor, Flying Swords, Shield Guardians
Encounter Hook: Executing ancient sentinel protocols in a long-abandoned treasury, immune to persuasion or psychological deception.

Tactical Recommendations

  • Aerial Mobility: Use flying speed to maintain range against melee-heavy adventurers, swooping in only to execute high-impact actions.
  • Lighting Manipulation: Exploit darkvision or blindsight in total darkness to force players to rely on torchlight or spell slots.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Challenge Rating (CR) of Animated Object, Flying Sword?

Animated Object, Flying Sword is a Challenge Rating 1/4 creature, granting 50 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.

What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Animated Object, Flying Sword?

Animated Object, Flying Sword has an Armor Class (AC) of 17 and approximately 17 hit points.

What party level is recommended to fight Animated Object, Flying Sword?

For a standard party of 4 adventurers, Animated Object, Flying Sword (CR 1/4) is suitable for tier-appropriate encounters.

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