Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Adult 5e
Huge Dragon, Chaotic Evil
The Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Adult is a huge dragon in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 17 (18,000 XP). It has 19 AC and 256 hit points. Crimson scales blaze like molten metal across this infernal titan's muscular frame, while superheated air shimmers around its form in waves of deadly heat. Smoke billows from its flared nostrils, and...
Armor Class
19
Hit Points
256
Challenge
17
18,000 XP
Crimson scales blaze like molten metal across this infernal titan's muscular frame, while superheated air shimmers around its form in waves of deadly heat. Smoke billows from its flared nostrils, and its eyes burn with the fierce intensity of twin forges, promising incineration to all who dare oppose it.
Special Traits & Features
DM Tactical & Combat Guide
Encounter Balance (Party of 4)
Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 19
Combat Role
Huge Dragon (Skirmisher / Line)
Party Difficulty Scaling (Party of 4)
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 Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Adult?
Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Adult is a Challenge Rating 17 creature, granting 18,000 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.
What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Adult?
Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Adult has an Armor Class (AC) of 19 and approximately 256 hit points.
What party level is recommended to fight Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Adult?
For a party of 4 adventurers, Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Adult represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 19.
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