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Misc. Creature, Swarm of Bats 5e

Medium Beast, Unaligned

The Misc. Creature, Swarm of Bats is a medium beast in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1/4 (50 XP). It has 12 AC and 22 hit points. A writhing cloud of leathery wings and tiny fangs swirls through the air, their collective screeching creating a disorienting cacophony as hundreds of red eyes glint in the darkness.

Armor Class

12

Hit Points

22

Challenge

1/4

50 XP

A writhing cloud of leathery wings and tiny fangs swirls through the air, their collective screeching creating a disorienting cacophony as hundreds of red eyes glint in the darkness.

Speed Walk fly 30
STR -3 (5)
DEX +2 (15)
CON +0 (10)
INT -4 (2)
WIS +1 (12)
CHA -3 (4)
Damage Immun. Resistant: Bludgeoning, Piercing, Slashing
Condition Immun. Charmed, Frightened, Paralyzed, Petrified, Prone, Restrained, Stunned
Senses blindsight 60 ft., passive Perception 11
Languages None

Special Traits & Features

Echolocation Keen Hearing Swarm
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

  • Aerial Mobility: Use flying speed to maintain range against melee-heavy adventurers, swooping in only to execute high-impact actions.
  • 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, Swarm of Bats?

Misc. Creature, Swarm of Bats 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, Swarm of Bats?

Misc. Creature, Swarm of Bats has an Armor Class (AC) of 12 and approximately 22 hit points.

What party level is recommended to fight Misc. Creature, Swarm of Bats?

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

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