Ooze, Black Pudding 5e
Large Ooze, Unaligned
The Ooze, Black Pudding is a large ooze in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 4 (1,100 XP). It has 7 AC and 85 hit points. A glistening mass of midnight-black protoplasm flows forward with hungry purpose, its acidic surface dissolving stone and metal with a soft, menacing hiss.
Armor Class
7
Hit Points
85
Challenge
4
1,100 XP
A glistening mass of midnight-black protoplasm flows forward with hungry purpose, its acidic surface dissolving stone and metal with a soft, menacing hiss.
Special Traits & Features
DM Tactical & Combat Guide
Encounter Balance (Party of 4)
Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 5
Combat Role
Large Ooze (Skirmisher / Line)
Party Difficulty Scaling (Party of 4)
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 Ooze, Black Pudding?
Ooze, Black Pudding is a Challenge Rating 4 creature, granting 1,100 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.
What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Ooze, Black Pudding?
Ooze, Black Pudding has an Armor Class (AC) of 7 and approximately 85 hit points.
What party level is recommended to fight Ooze, Black Pudding?
For a party of 4 adventurers, Ooze, Black Pudding represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 5.
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