Gargoyle 5e
Medium Elemental, Chaotic Evil
The Gargoyle is a medium elemental in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 2 (450 XP). It has 15 AC and 52 hit points. Perched motionless until disturbed, this winged stone creature unfolds with grinding scrapes, its grotesque features twisted into a permanent snarl as talons scrape against rock.
Armor Class
15
Hit Points
52
Challenge
2
450 XP
Perched motionless until disturbed, this winged stone creature unfolds with grinding scrapes, its grotesque features twisted into a permanent snarl as talons scrape against rock.
Special Traits & Features
DM Tactical & Combat Guide
Encounter Balance (Party of 4)
Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 3
Combat Role
Medium Elemental (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 Gargoyle?
Gargoyle is a Challenge Rating 2 creature, granting 450 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.
What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Gargoyle?
Gargoyle has an Armor Class (AC) of 15 and approximately 52 hit points.
What party level is recommended to fight Gargoyle?
For a party of 4 adventurers, Gargoyle represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 3.
Use Gargoyle in your campaign
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