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Misc. Creature, Dire Wolf 5e

Large Beast, Unaligned

The Misc. Creature, Dire Wolf is a large beast in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1 (200 XP). It has 14 AC and 37 hit points. A enormous wolf prowls with predatory grace, its steel-gray fur bristling along a powerful frame while intelligent yellow eyes assess potential prey with calculated hunger.

Armor Class

14

Hit Points

37

Challenge

1

200 XP

A enormous wolf prowls with predatory grace, its steel-gray fur bristling along a powerful frame while intelligent yellow eyes assess potential prey with calculated hunger.

Speed Walk 50ft
STR +3 (17)
DEX +2 (15)
CON +2 (15)
INT -4 (3)
WIS +1 (12)
CHA -2 (7)
Skills Perception +3, Stealth +4
Languages None

Special Traits & Features

Keen Hearing Keen Smell Pack Tactics
Beast

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

CR 1 • 200 XP

Combat Role

Large Beast (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: Pack Mates, Druids, Goblin Beastmasters, Swarms of Insects
Encounter Hook: Encroached upon by expanding settlements or driven by primal hunger, defending its feeding territory at a vital pass.

Tactical Recommendations

  • Action Economy: Pair with minor minions or environmental terrain hazards to prevent the party from focus-firing in a single round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Challenge Rating (CR) of Misc. Creature, Dire Wolf?

Misc. Creature, Dire Wolf is a Challenge Rating 1 creature, granting 200 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.

What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Misc. Creature, Dire Wolf?

Misc. Creature, Dire Wolf has an Armor Class (AC) of 14 and approximately 37 hit points.

What party level is recommended to fight Misc. Creature, Dire Wolf?

For a standard party of 4 adventurers, Misc. Creature, Dire Wolf (CR 1) is suitable for tier-appropriate encounters.

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