Adult Red Dragon 5e Stat Block: AC, HP, CR, and Actions

Armor Class

19 (natural)

Hit Points

256

(19d12+133)

Speed:

Walk 40 ft.,

Climb 40 ft.,

Fly 80 ft.,

STR 27 (+8)

DEX 10 (+0)

CON 25 (+7)

INT 16 (+3)

WIS 13 (+1)

CHA 21 (+5)

Saving Throws:

DEX +6

CON +13

WIS +7

CHA +11

Skills:

Perception +13

Stealth +6

Damage Vulnerabilities: —

Damage Resistances: —

Damage Immunities: fire

Condition Immunities: —

Senses:

blindsight 60 ft., darkvision 120 ft.

Passive Perception:

Languages: Common, Draconic

CR:

(18000 XP)

Proficiency Bonus: 6

Traits:

Legendary Resistance. If the dragon fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead.

Actions:

Multiattack - The dragon can use its Frightful Presence. It then makes three attacks: one with its bite and two with its claws.
Bite - Melee Weapon Attack: +14 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 19 (2d10 + 8) piercing damage plus 7 (2d6) fire damage.
Claw - Melee Weapon Attack: +14 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (2d6 + 8) slashing damage.
Tail - Melee Weapon Attack: +14 to hit, reach 15 ft., one target. Hit: 17 (2d8 + 8) bludgeoning damage.
Frightful Presence - Each creature of the dragon's choice that is within 120 ft. of the dragon and aware of it must succeed on a DC 19 Wisdom saving throw or become frightened for 1 minute. A creature can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success. If a creature's saving throw is successful or the effect ends for it, the creature is immune to the dragon's Frightful Presence for the next 24 hours.
Fire Breath - The dragon exhales fire in a 60-foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC 21 Dexterity saving throw, taking 63 (18d6) fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

Legendary Actions:

The Adult Red Dragon can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. Only one legendary action option can be used at a time and only at the end of another creature's turn. The Adult Red Dragon regains spent legendary actions at the start of its turn.

Detect. The dragon makes a Wisdom (Perception) check.

Tail Attack. The dragon makes a tail attack.

Wing Attack (Costs 2 Actions). The dragon beats its wings. Each creature within 10 ft. of the dragon must succeed on a DC 22 Dexterity saving throw or take 15 (2d6 + 8) bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone. The dragon can then fly up to half its flying speed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of creature is the Adult Red Dragon in D&D 5e?

The Adult Red Dragon is a Huge dragon with chaotic evil alignment in D&D 5th Edition.

What is the Adult Red Dragon's challenge rating in D&D 5e?

The Adult Red Dragon has a Challenge Rating (CR) of 17, worth 18000 XP.

What are the Adult Red Dragon's hit points and armor class in D&D 5e?

The Adult Red Dragon has 256 hit points (19d12+133) and an Armor Class of 19 in D&D 5th Edition.

What damage types is the Adult Red Dragon immune to in D&D 5e?

The Adult Red Dragon is immune to these damage types or sources: fire.

Can the Adult Red Dragon fly in D&D 5e?

Yes, the Adult Red Dragon has a flying speed of 80 ft. in D&D 5th Edition.

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