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Homunculus 5e

Tiny Construct, Neutral

The Homunculus is a tiny construct in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1/8 (25 XP). It has 13 AC and 5 hit points. This tiny winged creature resembles a miniature humanoid crafted from clay and quicksilver, its gem-like eyes glowing with the reflected will of its creator.

Armor Class

13

Hit Points

5

Challenge

1/8

25 XP

This tiny winged creature resembles a miniature humanoid crafted from clay and quicksilver, its gem-like eyes glowing with the reflected will of its creator.

Speed Walk 20, fly 40
STR -3 (4)
DEX +2 (15)
CON +0 (11)
INT +0 (10)
WIS +0 (10)
CHA -2 (7)
Damage Immun. Immune: Poison
Condition Immun. Charmed, Poisoned
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 10
Languages Creator

Special Traits & Features

Telepathic Bond
Construct

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

CR 1/8 • 25 XP

Combat Role

Tiny Construct (Skirmisher / Line)

Party Difficulty Scaling (Party of 4)

Tier 1 (Lvl 3)
Easy / Minion
Tier 2 (Lvl 7)
Easy / Minion
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

  • 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 Homunculus?

Homunculus is a Challenge Rating 1/8 creature, granting 25 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.

What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Homunculus?

Homunculus has an Armor Class (AC) of 13 and approximately 5 hit points.

What party level is recommended to fight Homunculus?

For a standard party of 4 adventurers, Homunculus (CR 1/8) is suitable for tier-appropriate encounters.

Use Homunculus in your campaign

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