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Lesser Scrag

Medium · Monstrosity · CR 2 · Chaotic Evil

Source. Creature Codex

13 (natural armor)

45 (7d8+14)

Ability Scores

Core attributes and their modifiers.

STR

DEX

CON

INT

-1

WIS

CHA

-1

Overview

Category Monsters

Size Medium

Type Monstrosity

Alignment Chaotic Evil

XP 450

Initiative Bonus +0

Movement

Walk 10 ft (3 m)

Swim 40 ft (12.2 m)

Climb 5 ft (1.5 m)

Crawl 5 ft (1.5 m)

Senses

Darkvision 60 ft (18.3 m)

Passive Perception 10

Languages

Abyssal, Aquan

Traits

Amphibious

The scrag can breathe air and water

Regeneration

The lesser scrag regains 5 hp at the start of its turn if it is in contact with water. If the scrag takes acid or fire damage, this trait doesn't function at the start of the scrag's next turn. The scrag dies only if it starts its turn with 0 hp and doesn't regenerate.

Actions

Bite

+6 to hit, reach 5 ft (1.5 m). Hit: 1d8+4 damage.

Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 8 (1d8 + 4)

Claws

+6 to hit, reach 5 ft (1.5 m). Hit: 2d4+4 damage.

Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (2d4 + 4)

Multiattack

The lesser scrag makes two attacks: one with its bite and one with its claws.

About Lesser Scrag

Lesser Scrag is a medium monstrosity with a Challenge Rating of 2. It has a chaotic evil alignment.

In combat, this creature maintains an Armor Class of 13 and possesses 45 hit points (derived from 7d8+14).

Lesser Scrag has communication capabilities including Abyssal, Aquan. This allows it to interact verbally with various creatures and characters.

GM Tips: Using Lesser Scrag

2 tips available

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

Aquatic Combat: This creature can swim at 40 ft. It has advantage in water environments. Consider fighting on land or using water-based spells against it.
Regeneration Counterplay: This creature regenerates HP each turn! Players must deal enough damage to overcome regeneration. Certain damage types (acid, fire) may suppress regeneration. Plan sustained damage output.

Player Guide: Facing Lesser Scrag

2 strategies available

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

Aquatic Combat Defense: This creature can swim at 40 ft! It has advantage in water. Fight on land if possible. Use 'Control Water' or drain water sources to limit its mobility.
Counter Regeneration: This creature regenerates HP each turn! Deal enough damage to overcome regeneration. Use acid or fire damage if it suppresses regeneration. Plan sustained damage output.

Encounter Building Calculator

Standard Party Encounter (4-5 characters):

This creature is a medium encounter for a party of 4 characters of level 2.

Solo Encounter:

A single character of level 4 (up to level 20) can face this creature in a medium to hard encounter.

Experience Point Thresholds:

Medium: 600 XP
Hard: 900 XP
Deadly: 1,200 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 Lesser Scrag?: Lesser Scrag has a Challenge Rating of 2, making it appropriate for parties of level 2.0.
What type of creature is Lesser Scrag?: Lesser Scrag is a Medium Monstrosity, which affects how certain spells and abilities interact with it.
What languages does Lesser Scrag speak?: Lesser Scrag can communicate in Abyssal, Aquan.