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Naga, Guardian 5e

Large Monstrosity, Lawful Good

The Naga, Guardian is a large monstrosity in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 10 (5,900 XP). It has 18 AC and 127 hit points. Resplendent in golden scales that shimmer like sunlight on water, this benevolent serpent's wise eyes hold ancient knowledge while protective runes glow softly along its massive coils.

Armor Class

18

Hit Points

127

Challenge

10

5,900 XP

Resplendent in golden scales that shimmer like sunlight on water, this benevolent serpent's wise eyes hold ancient knowledge while protective runes glow softly along its massive coils.

Speed Walk 40ft
STR +4 (19)
DEX +4 (18)
CON +3 (16)
INT +3 (16)
WIS +4 (19)
CHA +4 (18)
Saving Throws DEX +8, CON +7, INT +7, WIS +8, CHA +8
Damage Immun. Immune: Poison
Condition Immun. Charmed, Poisoned
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 14
Languages Celestial, Common

Special Traits & Features

Rejuvenation Normal Spellcasting
Monstrosity

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 11

Combat Role

Large Monstrosity (Skirmisher / Line)

Party Difficulty Scaling (Party of 4)

Tier 1 (Lvl 3)
Extreme / TPK
Tier 2 (Lvl 7)
Medium / Hard
Tier 3 (Lvl 12)
Easy / Minion
Tier 4 (Lvl 17)
Easy / Minion
Recommended Minions & Allies: Thematic regional scouts, humanoid cultists, and environmental terrain hazards
Encounter Hook: Defending its subterranean lair or hunting through contested territory during seasonal movements.

Tactical Recommendations

  • 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 Naga, Guardian?

Naga, Guardian is a Challenge Rating 10 creature, granting 5,900 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.

What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Naga, Guardian?

Naga, Guardian has an Armor Class (AC) of 18 and approximately 127 hit points.

What party level is recommended to fight Naga, Guardian?

For a party of 4 adventurers, Naga, Guardian represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 11.

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