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Dracotaur

Large · Dragon · CR 6 · Chaotic Neutral

Source. Creature Codex

17 (natural armor)

110 (13d10+39)

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Core attributes and their modifiers.

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Overview

Category Monsters

Size Large

Type Dragon

Alignment Chaotic Neutral

XP 2300

Initiative Bonus +3

Movement

Walk 50 ft (15.2 m)

Swim 25 ft (7.6 m)

Climb 25 ft (7.6 m)

Burrow 20 ft (6.1 m)

Crawl 25 ft (7.6 m)

Senses

Darkvision 60 ft (18.3 m)

Passive Perception 14

Saving Throws

Constitution +6 Charisma +5

Skills

Athletics +8 Intimidation +5 Perception +4 Survival +4

Languages

Common, Draconic, Elvish

Resistances & Immunities

Damage Immunities

lightning

Traits

Charge

If the dracotaur moves at least 30 feet straight toward a target and then hits it with a bite attack on the same turn, the target takes an extra 14 (4d6) piercing damage.

Actions

Bite

+8 to hit, reach 5 ft (1.5 m). Hit: 2d6+4 plus 2d6 lightning damage.

Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) piercing damage plus 7 (2d6) lightning damage.

Claws

+8 to hit, reach 5 ft (1.5 m). Hit: 2d6+4 slashing damage.

Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) slashing damage.

Lightning Arrow

The dracotaur shoots an arrow at a point it can see within 150 feet where it explodes into a 20-foot-radius sphere of lightning. Each creature in that area must make a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw, taking 28 (8d6) lightning damage on a failed save, or half as damage much on a successful one.

Lightning Breath

Recharge 5–6

The dracotaur exhales lightning in a 60-foot line that is 5 feet wide. Each creature in that line must make a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw, taking 33 (6d10) lightning damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

Longbow

+6 to hit, range 150/600 ft (45.7/182.9 m). Hit: 2d8+3 piercing damage.

Ranged Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, range 150/600 ft., one target. Hit: 12 (2d8 + 3) piercing damage.

Multiattack

The dracotaur makes two attacks: one with its bite and one with its claws or two with its longbow.

About Dracotaur

Dracotaur is a large dragon with a Challenge Rating of 6. It has a chaotic neutral alignment.

In combat, this creature maintains an Armor Class of 17 and possesses 110 hit points (derived from 13d10+39).

Dracotaur has communication capabilities including Common, Draconic, Elvish. This allows it to interact verbally with various creatures and characters.

GM Tips: Using Dracotaur

2 tips available

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

Burrowing Tactics: This creature can burrow at 20 ft. It can ambush from underground or escape combat by digging. Use 'Earthbind' or create difficult terrain to limit burrowing. Consider fighting in areas without soft ground.
Lightning Damage Awareness: Lightning attacks often have long range and high speed. Advise players to use cover and avoid metal armor/weapons. Water surfaces amplify lightning damage - avoid fighting near water.

Player Guide: Facing Dracotaur

2 strategies available

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

Burrowing Defense: This creature can burrow at 20 ft! It can ambush from underground. Use 'Earthbind', create difficult terrain, or fight on hard surfaces. 'Stone Shape' can seal burrows.
Lightning Damage Protection: This creature deals lightning damage! Avoid metal armor and weapons. Use cover and avoid water surfaces. 'Iron Skin' or 'Protection from Energy' can help.

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