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

Armor Class

22 (natural)

Hit Points

546

(28d20+252)

Speed:

Walk 40 ft.,

Climb 40 ft.,

Fly 80 ft.,

STR 30 (+10)

DEX 10 (+0)

CON 29 (+9)

INT 18 (+4)

WIS 15 (+2)

CHA 23 (+6)

Saving Throws:

DEX +7

CON +16

WIS +9

CHA +13

Skills:

Perception +16

Stealth +7

Damage Vulnerabilities: —

Damage Resistances: —

Damage Immunities: fire

Condition Immunities: —

Senses:

blindsight 60 ft., darkvision 120 ft.

Passive Perception:

Languages: Common, Draconic

CR:

(62000 XP)

Proficiency Bonus: 7

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: +17 to hit, reach 15 ft., one target. Hit: 21 (2d10 + 10) piercing damage plus 14 (4d6) fire damage.
Claw - Melee Weapon Attack: +17 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 17 (2d6 + 10) slashing damage.
Tail - Melee Weapon Attack: +17 to hit, reach 20 ft., one target. Hit: 19 (2d8 + 10) bludgeoning damage.
Frightful Presence - Each creature of the dragon's choice that is within 120 feet of the dragon and aware of it must succeed on a DC 21 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 90-foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC 24 Dexterity saving throw, taking 91 (26d6) fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

Legendary Actions:

The Ancient 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 Ancient 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 15 ft. of the dragon must succeed on a DC 25 Dexterity saving throw or take 17 (2d6 + 10) 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 Ancient Red Dragon in D&D 5e?

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

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

The Ancient Red Dragon has a Challenge Rating (CR) of 24, worth 62000 XP.

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

The Ancient Red Dragon has 546 hit points (28d20+252) and an Armor Class of 22 in D&D 5th Edition.

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

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

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

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

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