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Ooze, Gelatinous Cube 5e

Large Ooze, Unaligned

The Ooze, Gelatinous Cube is a large ooze in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 2 (450 XP). It has 6 AC and 84 hit points. A translucent, perfectly cubic mass of quivering jelly glides silently through the dungeon passage, its crystal-clear body revealing the skeletal remains and corroded equipment of previous victims sus...

Armor Class

6

Hit Points

84

Challenge

2

450 XP

A translucent, perfectly cubic mass of quivering jelly glides silently through the dungeon passage, its crystal-clear body revealing the skeletal remains and corroded equipment of previous victims suspended within. This living trap moves with methodical purpose, filling corridors completely as it hunts.

Speed Walk 15ft
STR +2 (14)
DEX -4 (3)
CON +5 (20)
INT -5 (1)
WIS -2 (6)
CHA -5 (1)
Condition Immun. Blinded, Charmed, Deafened, Exhaustion, Frightened, Prone
Senses blindsight 60 ft., passive Perception 8
Languages None

Special Traits & Features

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Ooze

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 3

Combat Role

Large Ooze (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: 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 Ooze, Gelatinous Cube?

Ooze, Gelatinous Cube is a Challenge Rating 2 creature, granting 450 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.

What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Ooze, Gelatinous Cube?

Ooze, Gelatinous Cube has an Armor Class (AC) of 6 and approximately 84 hit points.

What party level is recommended to fight Ooze, Gelatinous Cube?

For a party of 4 adventurers, Ooze, Gelatinous Cube represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 3.

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