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Misc. Creature, Swarm of Rats 5e

Medium Beast, Unaligned

The Misc. Creature, Swarm of Rats is a medium beast in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1/4 (50 XP). It has 10 AC and 24 hit points. A writhing carpet of brown and gray fur surges forward like a living tide, countless red eyes gleaming with desperate hunger as tiny claws scratch against stone in a maddening chorus.

Armor Class

10

Hit Points

24

Challenge

1/4

50 XP

A writhing carpet of brown and gray fur surges forward like a living tide, countless red eyes gleaming with desperate hunger as tiny claws scratch against stone in a maddening chorus.

Speed Walk 30ft
STR -1 (9)
DEX +0 (11)
CON -1 (9)
INT -4 (2)
WIS +0 (10)
CHA -4 (3)
Damage Immun. Resistant: Bludgeoning, Piercing, Slashing
Condition Immun. Charmed, Frightened, Paralyzed, Petrified, Prone, Restrained, Stunned
Languages None

Special Traits & Features

Keen Smell 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

  • 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, Swarm of Rats?

Misc. Creature, Swarm of Rats 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 Rats?

Misc. Creature, Swarm of Rats has an Armor Class (AC) of 10 and approximately 24 hit points.

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

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

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