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Misc. Creature, Giant Poisonous Snake 5e

Medium Beast, Unaligned

The Misc. Creature, Giant Poisonous Snake is a medium beast in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1/4 (50 XP). It has 14 AC and 11 hit points. Iridescent scales of deep purple and black create mesmerizing patterns along this serpent's sinuous form, while venom drips like liquid death from needle-sharp fangs.

Armor Class

14

Hit Points

11

Challenge

1/4

50 XP

Iridescent scales of deep purple and black create mesmerizing patterns along this serpent's sinuous form, while venom drips like liquid death from needle-sharp fangs.

Speed Walk 30, swim 30
STR +0 (10)
DEX +4 (18)
CON +1 (13)
INT -4 (2)
WIS +0 (10)
CHA -4 (3)
Skills Perception +2
Senses blindsight 10 ft., passive Perception 12
Languages None

Special Traits & Features

None
Beast

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

CR 1/4 • 50 XP

Combat Role

Medium 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

  • Aquatic Advantage: Pull targets into water environments where characters without a swim speed suffer attack disadvantage and breath limits.
  • 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 Misc. Creature, Giant Poisonous Snake?

Misc. Creature, Giant Poisonous Snake 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, Giant Poisonous Snake?

Misc. Creature, Giant Poisonous Snake has an Armor Class (AC) of 14 and approximately 11 hit points.

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

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

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