Lamia 5e
Large Monstrosity, Chaotic Evil
The Lamia is a large monstrosity in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 4 (1,100 XP). It has 13 AC and 97 hit points. From the waist up, an alluring woman with exotic beauty and hypnotic eyes; below, the powerful spotted haunches and claws of a great cat. Golden jewelry adorns her human torso while her feline tail la...
Armor Class
13
Hit Points
97
Challenge
4
1,100 XP
From the waist up, an alluring woman with exotic beauty and hypnotic eyes; below, the powerful spotted haunches and claws of a great cat. Golden jewelry adorns her human torso while her feline tail lashes with predatory anticipation.
Special Traits & Features
DM Tactical & Combat Guide
Encounter Balance (Party of 4)
Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 5
Combat Role
Large 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 Lamia?
Lamia is a Challenge Rating 4 creature, granting 1,100 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.
What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Lamia?
Lamia has an Armor Class (AC) of 13 and approximately 97 hit points.
What party level is recommended to fight Lamia?
For a party of 4 adventurers, Lamia represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 5.
Use Lamia in your campaign
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