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Scorch Drake

Large · Dragon · CR 6 · Chaotic Evil

Source. Black Flag SRD

15 (natural armor)

145

Ability Scores

Core attributes and their modifiers.

STR

DEX

CON

INT

-2

WIS

CHA

-1

Overview

Category Monsters

Size Large

Type Dragon

Alignment Chaotic Evil

XP 2300

Initiative Bonus +1

Movement

Walk 40 ft (12.2 m)

Fly 60 ft (18.3 m)

Swim 20 ft (6.1 m)

Climb 20 ft (6.1 m)

Crawl 20 ft (6.1 m)

Senses

Darkvision 60 ft (18.3 m)

Passive Perception 15

Saving Throws

Strength +3 Dexterity +1 Constitution +4 Intelligence -2 Wisdom +5 Charisma -1

Languages

Draconic

Resistances & Immunities

Damage Immunities

fire

Damage Vulnerabilities

cold

Traits

Heat Shimmer

Creatures more than 30 feet from the scorch drake have disadvantage on WIS (Perception) checks to see the drake.

Scalding Blood

A creature that hits the scorch drake with a melee attack while within 5 feet of the drake takes 3 (1d6) fire damage and must succeed on a DC 15 DEX save or ignite. Until a creature takes an action to douse the fire, an ignited creature takes 3 (1d6) fire damage at the start of each of its turns.

Actions

Bite

+6 to hit, reach 5 ft (1.5 m). Hit: 2d8+3 fire damage.

Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 12 (2d8+3) piercing and 3 (1d6) fire damage.

Claw

+6 to hit, reach 5 ft (1.5 m). Hit: 2d4+3 fire damage.

Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 8 (2d4+3) slashing and 3 (1d6) fire damage.

Fire Breath

Recharge 5–6

The scorch drake spits liquid fire in a 30-foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC 15 DEX save. On a failure, a creature takes 24 (7d6) fire damage and ignites. On a success, a creature takes half the damage and doesn't ignite. Until a creature takes an action to douse the fire, an ignited creature takes 3 (1d6) fire damage at the start of each of its turns. This fire ignites flammable objects in the line that aren't being worn or carried.

Multiattack

The scorch drake makes one Bite and two Claw attacks.

Bonus Actions

Fan the Flames

The scorch drake flaps its wings in the direction of one ignited creature it can see within 15 feet of it. The flames coating the target flare up and generate excess smoke. The target must succeed on a DC 15 CON save or be blinded until the end of its next turn.

About Scorch Drake

Scorch Drake is a large dragon with a Challenge Rating of 6. It has a chaotic evil alignment.

In combat, this creature maintains an Armor Class of 15 and possesses 145 hit points (derived from None).

Scorch Drake has communication capabilities including Draconic. This allows it to interact verbally with various creatures and characters.

GM Tips: Using Scorch Drake

2 tips available

When using Scorch Drake in your D&D 5e campaign, consider these tactical approaches:

Flight Control Strategy: Target flying creatures with spells like 'Hold Person', 'Web', or 'Grease' to ground them. Without flight restriction, they can escape melee range easily. Consider area denial spells below their flight altitude to force them into disadvantageous positions.
Fire Damage Mitigation: This creature deals fire damage. Advise players to have fire resistance ready or use water-based tactics. Consider environmental fire hazards that could backfire on the creature.

Player Guide: Facing Scorch Drake

2 strategies available

When your party encounters this creature, keep these strategies in mind:

Counter Flight Advantage: This creature can fly! Use ranged attacks, reach weapons, or spells like 'Thunderwave' to push it away. Consider 'Gust of Wind' or 'Earthbind' to ground it. Melee characters need fly speed or flight magic to engage.
Fire Damage Protection: This creature deals fire damage! Get fire resistance from spells like 'Resistance' or potions. Avoid fighting near flammable objects. Water spells can counter fire attacks.

Encounter Building Calculator

Standard Party Encounter (4-5 characters):

This creature is a medium encounter for a party of 4 characters of level 6.

Solo Encounter:

A single character of level 9 (up to level 20) can face this creature in a medium to hard encounter.

Experience Point Thresholds:

Medium: 4,200 XP
Hard: 6,300 XP
Deadly: 8,400 XP

Based on D&D 5e Dungeon Master's Guide encounter building guidelines. CR roughly equals party level for medium encounters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the challenge rating of Scorch Drake?: Scorch Drake has a Challenge Rating of 6, making it appropriate for parties of level 6.0.
What type of creature is Scorch Drake?: Scorch Drake is a Large Dragon, which affects how certain spells and abilities interact with it.
What languages does Scorch Drake speak?: Scorch Drake can communicate in Draconic.