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Centaur 5e

Large Monstrosity, Neutral Good

The Centaur is a large monstrosity in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 2 (450 XP). It has 12 AC and 45 hit points. This noble creature combines the torso of a human warrior with the powerful body of a chestnut stallion, its weathered face bearing the wisdom of one who lives freely between civilization and wilderne...

Armor Class

12

Hit Points

45

Challenge

2

450 XP

This noble creature combines the torso of a human warrior with the powerful body of a chestnut stallion, its weathered face bearing the wisdom of one who lives freely between civilization and wilderness. A handcrafted spear rests easily in its grip, while wildflowers are woven through its flowing mane.

Speed Walk 50ft
STR +4 (18)
DEX +2 (14)
CON +2 (14)
INT -1 (9)
WIS +1 (13)
CHA +0 (11)
Skills Athletics +6, Perception +3, Survival +3
Languages Elvish, Sylvan

Special Traits & Features

Charge
Monstrosity

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 3

Combat Role

Large Monstrosity (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: Thematic regional scouts, humanoid cultists, and environmental terrain hazards
Encounter Hook: Defending its subterranean lair or hunting through contested territory during seasonal movements.

Tactical Recommendations

  • Action Economy: Pair with minor minions or environmental terrain hazards to prevent the party from focus-firing in a single round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Challenge Rating (CR) of Centaur?

Centaur is a Challenge Rating 2 creature, granting 450 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.

What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Centaur?

Centaur has an Armor Class (AC) of 12 and approximately 45 hit points.

What party level is recommended to fight Centaur?

For a party of 4 adventurers, Centaur represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 3.

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