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NPC, Scout 5e

Medium Humanoid, Any Alignment

The NPC, Scout is a medium humanoid in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1/2 (100 XP). It has 13 AC and 16 hit points. Hardy outdoorsman in practical gear, this experienced tracker reads the land like an open book while maintaining the quiet alertness of the perpetually watchful.

Armor Class

13

Hit Points

16

Challenge

1/2

100 XP

Hardy outdoorsman in practical gear, this experienced tracker reads the land like an open book while maintaining the quiet alertness of the perpetually watchful.

Speed Walk 30ft
STR +0 (11)
DEX +2 (14)
CON +1 (12)
INT +0 (11)
WIS +1 (13)
CHA +0 (11)
Skills Nature +2, Perception +3, Stealth +4, Survival +3
Languages Any

Special Traits & Features

Keen Hearing Keen Sight
Humanoid

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

CR 1/2 • 100 XP

Combat Role

Medium Humanoid (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: Bandits, Veteran Captains, Archers, Spies, Bandit Thugs
Encounter Hook: Fortified within ruined choke points, collecting illicit road tolls and laying carefully organized ambushes.

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, Scout?

NPC, Scout is a Challenge Rating 1/2 creature, granting 100 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.

What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of NPC, Scout?

NPC, Scout has an Armor Class (AC) of 13 and approximately 16 hit points.

What party level is recommended to fight NPC, Scout?

For a standard party of 4 adventurers, NPC, Scout (CR 1/2) is suitable for tier-appropriate encounters.

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