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Demon, Balor 5e

Huge Fiend, Chaotic Evil

The Demon, Balor is a huge fiend in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 19 (22,000 XP). It has 19 AC and 262 hit points. This towering lord of flame stands wreathed in an inferno of its own making, its massive wings casting dancing shadows while molten metal drips from its whip and sword. Its death's-head visage burns w...

Armor Class

19

Hit Points

262

Challenge

19

22,000 XP

This towering lord of flame stands wreathed in an inferno of its own making, its massive wings casting dancing shadows while molten metal drips from its whip and sword. Its death's-head visage burns with the fires of the Abyss, promising immolation to all who dare oppose it.

Speed Walk 40, 80 fly
STR +8 (26)
DEX +2 (15)
CON +6 (22)
INT +5 (20)
WIS +3 (16)
CHA +6 (22)
Saving Throws STR +14, CON +12, WIS +9, CHA +12
Damage Immun. Immune: Fire, Poison; Resistant: Cold, Lightning, Nonmagical Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing
Condition Immun. Poisoned
Senses truesight 120 ft., passive Perception 13
Languages Abyssal, telepathy 120

Special Traits & Features

Death Throes Fire Aura Magic Resistance Magic Weapons
Fiend

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 20

Combat Role

Huge Fiend (Skirmisher / Line)

Party Difficulty Scaling (Party of 4)

Tier 1 (Lvl 3)
Extreme / TPK
Tier 2 (Lvl 7)
Extreme / TPK
Tier 3 (Lvl 12)
Deadly
Tier 4 (Lvl 17)
Medium / Hard
Recommended Minions & Allies: Hell Hounds, Imps, Evil Priests, Dretch, Succubi/Incubi
Encounter Hook: Bound through a blood contract or corrupted artifact, executing a master scheme to sow discord in mortal realms.

Tactical Recommendations

  • Aerial Mobility: Use flying speed to maintain range against melee-heavy adventurers, swooping in only to execute high-impact actions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Challenge Rating (CR) of Demon, Balor?

Demon, Balor is a Challenge Rating 19 creature, granting 22,000 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.

What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Demon, Balor?

Demon, Balor has an Armor Class (AC) of 19 and approximately 262 hit points.

What party level is recommended to fight Demon, Balor?

For a party of 4 adventurers, Demon, Balor represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 20.

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