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Misc. Creature, Giant Elk 5e

Huge Beast, Unaligned

The Misc. Creature, Giant Elk is a huge beast in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 2 (450 XP). It has 14 AC and 42 hit points. Noble antlers spread like twisted branches of ivory above this forest titan's proud head, its coat a rich auburn that seems to hold the warmth of autumn itself.

Armor Class

14

Hit Points

42

Challenge

2

450 XP

Noble antlers spread like twisted branches of ivory above this forest titan's proud head, its coat a rich auburn that seems to hold the warmth of autumn itself.

Speed Walk 60ft
STR +4 (19)
DEX +3 (16)
CON +2 (14)
INT -2 (7)
WIS +2 (14)
CHA +0 (10)
Skills Perception +4
Languages Own, Common, Elvish, Sylvan

Special Traits & Features

Charge
Beast

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 3

Combat Role

Huge 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, Giant Elk?

Misc. Creature, Giant Elk is a Challenge Rating 2 creature, granting 450 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.

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

Misc. Creature, Giant Elk has an Armor Class (AC) of 14 and approximately 42 hit points.

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

For a party of 4 adventurers, Misc. Creature, Giant Elk represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 3.

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