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Misc. Creature, Poisonous Snake 5e

Tiny Beast, Unaligned

The Misc. Creature, Poisonous Snake is a tiny beast in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1/8 (25 XP). It has 13 AC and 13 hit points. A serpentine ribbon of danger coiled in jeweled scales, its forked tongue tasting the air while venomous fangs glisten like deadly pearls behind thin lips.

Armor Class

13

Hit Points

13

Challenge

1/8

25 XP

A serpentine ribbon of danger coiled in jeweled scales, its forked tongue tasting the air while venomous fangs glisten like deadly pearls behind thin lips.

Speed Walk 30, swim 30
STR -4 (2)
DEX +3 (16)
CON +0 (11)
INT -5 (1)
WIS +0 (10)
CHA -4 (3)
Senses blindsight 10 ft., passive Perception 10
Languages None

Special Traits & Features

None
Beast

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

CR 1/8 • 25 XP

Combat Role

Tiny 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, Poisonous Snake?

Misc. Creature, Poisonous Snake 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, Poisonous Snake?

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

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

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

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