NPC, Mage 5e
Medium Humanoid, Any Alignment
The NPC, Mage is a medium humanoid in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 6 (2,300 XP). It has 12 AC and 40 hit points. Arcane symbols glow softly along the hem of this spellcaster's robes, while the air around them crackles with barely contained magical energy. Their eyes hold the wisdom of ancient secrets, and their...
Armor Class
12
Hit Points
40
Challenge
6
2,300 XP
Arcane symbols glow softly along the hem of this spellcaster's robes, while the air around them crackles with barely contained magical energy. Their eyes hold the wisdom of ancient secrets, and their staff bears crystals that pulse in rhythm with the ebb and flow of mystical forces.
Special Traits & Features
DM Tactical & Combat Guide
Encounter Balance (Party of 4)
Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 6
Combat Role
Medium Humanoid (Skirmisher / Line)
Party Difficulty Scaling (Party of 4)
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 NPC, Mage?
NPC, Mage is a Challenge Rating 6 creature, granting 2,300 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.
What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of NPC, Mage?
NPC, Mage has an Armor Class (AC) of 12 and approximately 40 hit points.
What party level is recommended to fight NPC, Mage?
For a party of 4 adventurers, NPC, Mage represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 6.
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