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Misc. Creature, Jackal 5e

Small Beast, Unaligned

The Misc. Creature, Jackal is a small beast in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1/8 (25 XP). It has 12 AC and 3 hit points. This lean desert hunter slinks through the dunes with ears pricked forward, its amber eyes gleaming with the opportunistic intelligence of a born survivor.

Armor Class

12

Hit Points

3

Challenge

1/8

25 XP

This lean desert hunter slinks through the dunes with ears pricked forward, its amber eyes gleaming with the opportunistic intelligence of a born survivor.

Speed Walk 40ft
STR -1 (8)
DEX +2 (15)
CON +0 (11)
INT -4 (3)
WIS +1 (12)
CHA -2 (6)
Skills Perception +3
Languages None

Special Traits & Features

Keen Hearing Keen Smell Pack Tactics
Beast

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

CR 1/8 • 25 XP

Combat Role

Small 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, Jackal?

Misc. Creature, Jackal is a Challenge Rating 1/8 creature, granting 25 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.

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

Misc. Creature, Jackal has an Armor Class (AC) of 12 and approximately 3 hit points.

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

For a standard party of 4 adventurers, Misc. Creature, Jackal (CR 1/8) is suitable for tier-appropriate encounters.

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