Medusa 5e
Medium Monstrosity, Lawful Evil
The Medusa is a medium monstrosity in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 6 (2,300 XP). It has 15 AC and 127 hit points. Once-beautiful features now twisted with serpentine malice, her hair a writhing mass of venomous snakes while her terrible gaze promises eternal stone slumber.
Armor Class
15
Hit Points
127
Challenge
6
2,300 XP
Once-beautiful features now twisted with serpentine malice, her hair a writhing mass of venomous snakes while her terrible gaze promises eternal stone slumber.
Special Traits & Features
DM Tactical & Combat Guide
Encounter Balance (Party of 4)
Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 6
Combat Role
Medium 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 Medusa?
Medusa is a Challenge Rating 6 creature, granting 2,300 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.
What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Medusa?
Medusa has an Armor Class (AC) of 15 and approximately 127 hit points.
What party level is recommended to fight Medusa?
For a party of 4 adventurers, Medusa represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 6.
Use Medusa in your campaign
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