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Golem, Clay 5e

Large Construct, Unaligned

The Golem, Clay is a large construct in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 9 (5,000 XP). It has 14 AC and 133 hit points. Rough-hewn from russet clay, this lumbering giant bears the fingerprints of its creator still visible in its crude features. Wet earth constantly flakes from its joints as it moves with ponderous dete...

Armor Class

14

Hit Points

133

Challenge

9

5,000 XP

Rough-hewn from russet clay, this lumbering giant bears the fingerprints of its creator still visible in its crude features. Wet earth constantly flakes from its joints as it moves with ponderous determination, leaving muddy footprints that steam with residual divine magic.

Speed Walk 20ft
STR +5 (20)
DEX -1 (9)
CON +4 (18)
INT -4 (3)
WIS -1 (8)
CHA -5 (1)
Damage Immun. Immune: Acid, Poison, Psychic
Condition Immun. Nonadamantine, Charmed, Exhaustion, Frightened, Paralyzed, Petrified, Poisoned
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 9
Languages Creator

Special Traits & Features

Acid Absorption Berserk Immutable Form Magic Resistance Magic Weapons
Construct

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 11

Combat Role

Large Construct (Skirmisher / Line)

Party Difficulty Scaling (Party of 4)

Tier 1 (Lvl 3)
Extreme / TPK
Tier 2 (Lvl 7)
Medium / Hard
Tier 3 (Lvl 12)
Easy / Minion
Tier 4 (Lvl 17)
Easy / Minion
Recommended Minions & Allies: Artificers, Animated Armor, Flying Swords, Shield Guardians
Encounter Hook: Executing ancient sentinel protocols in a long-abandoned treasury, immune to persuasion or psychological deception.

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 Golem, Clay?

Golem, Clay is a Challenge Rating 9 creature, granting 5,000 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.

What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Golem, Clay?

Golem, Clay has an Armor Class (AC) of 14 and approximately 133 hit points.

What party level is recommended to fight Golem, Clay?

For a party of 4 adventurers, Golem, Clay represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 11.

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