Bugbear 5e
Medium Humanoid, Chaotic Evil
The Bugbear is a medium humanoid in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1 (200 XP). It has 16 AC and 27 hit points. A hulking goblinoid covered in coarse brown fur, its yellow eyes gleaming with cruel intelligence above a mouthful of yellowed fangs and a perpetual predatory grin.
Armor Class
16
Hit Points
27
Challenge
1
200 XP
A hulking goblinoid covered in coarse brown fur, its yellow eyes gleaming with cruel intelligence above a mouthful of yellowed fangs and a perpetual predatory grin.
Special Traits & Features
DM Tactical & Combat Guide
Encounter Balance (Party of 4)
CR 1 • 200 XP
Combat Role
Medium Humanoid (Skirmisher / Line)
Party Difficulty Scaling (Party of 4)
Tactical Recommendations
- 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 Bugbear?
Bugbear is a Challenge Rating 1 creature, granting 200 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.
What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Bugbear?
Bugbear has an Armor Class (AC) of 16 and approximately 27 hit points.
What party level is recommended to fight Bugbear?
For a standard party of 4 adventurers, Bugbear (CR 1) is suitable for tier-appropriate encounters.
Use Bugbear in your campaign
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