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NPC, Thug 5e

Medium Humanoid, Not Good

The NPC, Thug is a medium humanoid in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1/2 (100 XP). It has 11 AC and 32 hit points. Scarred knuckles and broken teeth tell the story of countless brutal encounters, while their predatory stance suggests violence is always moments away. Their cruel eyes appraise everything as either t...

Armor Class

11

Hit Points

32

Challenge

1/2

100 XP

Scarred knuckles and broken teeth tell the story of countless brutal encounters, while their predatory stance suggests violence is always moments away. Their cruel eyes appraise everything as either threat or victim, with no middle ground.

Speed Walk 30ft
STR +2 (15)
DEX +0 (11)
CON +2 (14)
INT +0 (10)
WIS +0 (10)
CHA +0 (11)
Skills Intimidation +2
Languages Any

Special Traits & Features

Pack Tactics
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, Thug?

NPC, Thug 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, Thug?

NPC, Thug has an Armor Class (AC) of 11 and approximately 32 hit points.

What party level is recommended to fight NPC, Thug?

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

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