Ettercap 5e
Medium Monstrosity, Neutral Evil
The Ettercap is a medium monstrosity in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 2 (450 XP). It has 13 AC and 44 hit points. A grotesque fusion of spider and humanoid, this creature's pale, chitinous body is covered in coarse hair and supported by long, spindly limbs. Its face bears multiple black eyes and chelicerae that d...
Armor Class
13
Hit Points
44
Challenge
2
450 XP
A grotesque fusion of spider and humanoid, this creature's pale, chitinous body is covered in coarse hair and supported by long, spindly limbs. Its face bears multiple black eyes and chelicerae that drip with venom, while silk-spinning organs protrude obscenely from its abdomen.
Special Traits & Features
DM Tactical & Combat Guide
Encounter Balance (Party of 4)
Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 3
Combat Role
Medium Monstrosity (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 Ettercap?
Ettercap is a Challenge Rating 2 creature, granting 450 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.
What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Ettercap?
Ettercap has an Armor Class (AC) of 13 and approximately 44 hit points.
What party level is recommended to fight Ettercap?
For a party of 4 adventurers, Ettercap represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 3.
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