Sahuagin 5e
Medium Humanoid, Lawful Evil
The Sahuagin is a medium humanoid in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 1/2 (100 XP). It has 12 AC and 22 hit points. A fierce shark-humanoid hybrid rises from the depths, its grey-green scaled hide glistening with seawater while rows of triangular teeth fill its perpetually snarling maw.
Armor Class
12
Hit Points
22
Challenge
1/2
100 XP
A fierce shark-humanoid hybrid rises from the depths, its grey-green scaled hide glistening with seawater while rows of triangular teeth fill its perpetually snarling maw.
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
- Aquatic Advantage: Pull targets into water environments where characters without a swim speed suffer attack disadvantage and breath limits.
- 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 Sahuagin?
Sahuagin 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 Sahuagin?
Sahuagin has an Armor Class (AC) of 12 and approximately 22 hit points.
What party level is recommended to fight Sahuagin?
For a standard party of 4 adventurers, Sahuagin (CR 1/2) is suitable for tier-appropriate encounters.
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