Wyvern 5e
Large Dragon, Unaligned
The Wyvern is a large dragon in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 6 (2,300 XP). It has 13 AC and 110 hit points. A serpentine dragon with leathery wings and a venomous stinger tail, its scales gleaming like polished emeralds as it circles overhead with predatory grace.
Armor Class
13
Hit Points
110
Challenge
6
2,300 XP
A serpentine dragon with leathery wings and a venomous stinger tail, its scales gleaming like polished emeralds as it circles overhead with predatory grace.
Special Traits & Features
DM Tactical & Combat Guide
Encounter Balance (Party of 4)
Deadly at Level 1 • Medium at Level 6
Combat Role
Large Dragon (Skirmisher / Line)
Party Difficulty Scaling (Party of 4)
Tactical Recommendations
- Aerial Mobility: Use flying speed to maintain range against melee-heavy adventurers, swooping in only to execute high-impact actions.
- 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 Wyvern?
Wyvern is a Challenge Rating 6 creature, granting 2,300 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.
What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Wyvern?
Wyvern has an Armor Class (AC) of 13 and approximately 110 hit points.
What party level is recommended to fight Wyvern?
For a party of 4 adventurers, Wyvern represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1 and scales down to a Moderate/Hard challenge by Level 6.
Use Wyvern in your campaign
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