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Misc. Creature, Elk 5e

Large Beast, Unaligned

The Misc. Creature, Elk is a large beast in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1/4 (50 XP). It has 10 AC and 13 hit points. A stately woodland monarch stands proud with magnificent antlers spanning wide as a man's reach, its tawny coat gleaming as it surveys its forest domain.

Armor Class

10

Hit Points

13

Challenge

1/4

50 XP

A stately woodland monarch stands proud with magnificent antlers spanning wide as a man's reach, its tawny coat gleaming as it surveys its forest domain.

Speed Walk 50ft
STR +3 (16)
DEX +0 (10)
CON +1 (12)
INT -4 (2)
WIS +0 (10)
CHA -2 (6)
Languages None

Special Traits & Features

Charge
Beast

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

CR 1/4 • 50 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, Elk?

Misc. Creature, Elk is a Challenge Rating 1/4 creature, granting 50 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.

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

Misc. Creature, Elk has an Armor Class (AC) of 10 and approximately 13 hit points.

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

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

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