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Misc. Creature, Scorpion 5e

Tiny Beast, Unaligned

The Misc. Creature, Scorpion is a tiny beast in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1/8 (25 XP). It has 11 AC and 1 hit points. A tiny arthropod skitters across the ground on eight delicate legs, its segmented tail curled overhead in a perfect arc, ending in a glistening venomous stinger.

Armor Class

11

Hit Points

1

Challenge

1/8

25 XP

A tiny arthropod skitters across the ground on eight delicate legs, its segmented tail curled overhead in a perfect arc, ending in a glistening venomous stinger.

Speed Walk 10ft
STR -4 (2)
DEX +0 (11)
CON -1 (8)
INT -5 (1)
WIS -1 (8)
CHA -4 (2)
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

  • 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, Scorpion?

Misc. Creature, Scorpion 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, Scorpion?

Misc. Creature, Scorpion has an Armor Class (AC) of 11 and approximately 1 hit points.

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

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

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