Mimic 5e
Medium Monstrosity, Neutral
The Mimic is a medium monstrosity in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 2 (450 XP). It has 12 AC and 58 hit points. What appears to be an ordinary wooden chest suddenly sprouts rows of razor-sharp teeth and lashing pseudopods, its false keyhole blinking like a malevolent eye.
Armor Class
12
Hit Points
58
Challenge
2
450 XP
What appears to be an ordinary wooden chest suddenly sprouts rows of razor-sharp teeth and lashing pseudopods, its false keyhole blinking like a malevolent eye.
Special Traits & Features
DM Tactical & Combat Guide
Encounter Balance (Party of 4)
Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 3
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 Mimic?
Mimic is a Challenge Rating 2 creature, granting 450 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.
What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Mimic?
Mimic has an Armor Class (AC) of 12 and approximately 58 hit points.
What party level is recommended to fight Mimic?
For a party of 4 adventurers, Mimic represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 3.
Use Mimic in your campaign
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