Orc 5e
Medium Humanoid, Chaotic Evil
The Orc is a medium humanoid in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1/2 (100 XP). It has 13 AC and 15 hit points. A brutish humanoid with gray-green skin and prominent tusks sneers with feral aggression, gripping crude weapons with calloused hands. Scars crisscross its muscular frame while bloodshot eyes burn wit...
Armor Class
13
Hit Points
15
Challenge
1/2
100 XP
A brutish humanoid with gray-green skin and prominent tusks sneers with feral aggression, gripping crude weapons with calloused hands. Scars crisscross its muscular frame while bloodshot eyes burn with primal fury and barely contained violence.
Special Traits & Features
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)
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 Orc?
Orc 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 Orc?
Orc has an Armor Class (AC) of 13 and approximately 15 hit points.
What party level is recommended to fight Orc?
For a standard party of 4 adventurers, Orc (CR 1/2) is suitable for tier-appropriate encounters.
Use Orc in your campaign
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