Kraken 5e
Gargantuan Monstrosity, Chaotic Evil
The Kraken is a gargantuan monstrosity in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 23 (50,000 XP). It has 18 AC and 472 hit points. A living nightmare of tentacles and rage emerges from the depths, its house-sized eye burning with ancient malevolence as crushing appendages writhe through the churning waters.
Armor Class
18
Hit Points
472
Challenge
23
50,000 XP
A living nightmare of tentacles and rage emerges from the depths, its house-sized eye burning with ancient malevolence as crushing appendages writhe through the churning waters.
Special Traits & Features
DM Tactical & Combat Guide
Encounter Balance (Party of 4)
Deadly at Level 1
Combat Role
Gargantuan Monstrosity (Skirmisher / Line)
Party Difficulty Scaling (Party of 4)
Tactical Recommendations
- Aquatic Advantage: Pull targets into water environments where characters without a swim speed suffer attack disadvantage and breath limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Challenge Rating (CR) of Kraken?
Kraken is a Challenge Rating 23 creature, granting 50,000 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.
What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Kraken?
Kraken has an Armor Class (AC) of 18 and approximately 472 hit points.
What party level is recommended to fight Kraken?
For a party of 4 adventurers, Kraken represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1.
Use Kraken in your campaign
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