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Chuhaister

Large · Giant · CR 7 · Chaotic Evil

Source. Creature Codex

16 (natural armor)

157 (15d10+75)

Ability Scores

Core attributes and their modifiers.

STR

DEX

-1

CON

INT

WIS

CHA

Overview

Category Monsters

Size Large

Type Giant

Alignment Chaotic Evil

XP 2900

Initiative Bonus -1

Movement

Walk 40 ft (12.2 m)

Swim 20 ft (6.1 m)

Climb 20 ft (6.1 m)

Crawl 20 ft (6.1 m)

Senses

Darkvision 120 ft (36.6 m)

Passive Perception 10

Saving Throws

Constitution +8

Skills

Athletics +9

Languages

Giant, Orc, Sylvan

Resistances & Immunities

Damage Immunities

poison

Condition Immunities

charmed, poisoned

Traits

Feybane

Creatures of the fey type don't recover spells during a long rest while within 60 feet of the chuhaister. In addition, the chuhaister automatically sees through magical illusions created by spells of 3rd level or lower and has advantage on saving throws and ability checks to detect or see through illusion spells of 4th level or higher.

Light Sensitivity

While in bright light, the chuhaister has disadvantage on attack rolls, as well as on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight.

Actions

Greatclub

+9 to hit, reach 10 ft (3 m). Hit: 5d6+6 bludgeoning damage.

Melee Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 23 (5d6 + 6) bludgeoning damage.

Multiattack

The chuhaister makes two greatclub attacks.

Rock

+2 to hit, range 30/120 ft (9.1/36.6 m). Hit: 5d10+6 bludgeoning damage.

Ranged Weapon Attack: +2 to hit, range 30/120 ft., one target. Hit: 33 (5d10 + 6) bludgeoning damage.

Reactions

Deadfall Shield

Recharge 5–6

When the chuhaister or one ally within 30 feet of it is hit by an attack, the chuhaister can create a magical, wooden barrier that interrupts the attack. The attack causes no damage. The shield splinters and disappears afterwards.

About Chuhaister

Chuhaister is a large giant with a Challenge Rating of 7. It has a chaotic evil alignment.

In combat, this creature maintains an Armor Class of 16 and possesses 157 hit points (derived from 15d10+75).

Chuhaister has communication capabilities including Giant, Orc, Sylvan. This allows it to interact verbally with various creatures and characters.

GM Tips: Using Chuhaister

2 tips available

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

Significant Threat: Challenging for parties of levels 5-10
Epic Potential: Consider legendary actions for memorable battles

Player Guide: Facing Chuhaister

2 strategies available

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

Significant Threat: Prepare spells and resources
Team Coordination: Coordinate attacks and defenses

Encounter Building Calculator

Standard Party Encounter (4-5 characters):

This creature is a medium encounter for a party of 4 characters of level 7.

Solo Encounter:

A single character of level 10 (up to level 20) can face this creature in a medium to hard encounter.

Experience Point Thresholds:

Medium: 5,600 XP
Hard: 8,400 XP
Deadly: 11,200 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 Chuhaister?: Chuhaister has a Challenge Rating of 7, making it appropriate for parties of level 7.0.
What type of creature is Chuhaister?: Chuhaister is a Large Giant, which affects how certain spells and abilities interact with it.
What languages does Chuhaister speak?: Chuhaister can communicate in Giant, Orc, Sylvan.