Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Wyrmling 5e
Medium Dragon, Chaotic Evil
The Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Wyrmling is a medium dragon in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 4 (1,100 XP). It has 17 AC and 75 hit points. Bright scarlet scales gleam like fresh blood on this fierce hatchling's compact form, while tiny wisps of flame leak from the corners of its mouth with each excited breath. Despite its size, the furna...
Armor Class
17
Hit Points
75
Challenge
4
1,100 XP
Bright scarlet scales gleam like fresh blood on this fierce hatchling's compact form, while tiny wisps of flame leak from the corners of its mouth with each excited breath. Despite its size, the furnace heat of its adult kin already radiates from its small but perfectly formed draconic frame.
Special Traits & Features
DM Tactical & Combat Guide
Encounter Balance (Party of 4)
Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 5
Combat Role
Medium 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, Wyrmling?
Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Wyrmling is a Challenge Rating 4 creature, granting 1,100 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.
What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Wyrmling?
Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Wyrmling has an Armor Class (AC) of 17 and approximately 75 hit points.
What party level is recommended to fight Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Wyrmling?
For a party of 4 adventurers, Dragon, Chromatic, Red, Wyrmling represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 5.
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