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Horned Devil

Large · Fiend · CR 11 · Lawful Evil

Source. 5e 2024 Rules

18 (natural armor)

199 (19d10 + 95)

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Overview

Category Monsters

Size Large

Type Fiend

Alignment Lawful Evil

XP 7200

Initiative Bonus +7

Movement

Walk 30 ft (9.1 m)

Fly 60 ft (18.3 m)

Swim 15 ft (4.6 m)

Climb 15 ft (4.6 m)

Crawl 15 ft (4.6 m)

Senses

Darkvision 150 ft (45.7 m)

Passive Perception 13

Saving Throws

Strength +10 Dexterity +7 Constitution +5 Intelligence +1 Wisdom +7 Charisma +8

Languages

Infernal; telepathy 120.0 ft (36.6 m).

Resistances & Immunities

Damage Immunities

fire, poison

Condition Immunities

poisoned

Traits

Diabolical Restoration

If the devil dies outside the Nine Hells, its body disappears in sulfurous smoke, and it gains a new body instantly, reviving with all its Hit Points somewhere in the Nine Hells.

Magic Resistance

The devil has Advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects.

Actions

Hurl Flame

Cost 1

+8 to hit, range 150 ft (45.7 m). Hit: 5d8+4 fire damage.

Ranged Attack Roll: +8, range 150 ft. 26 (5d8 + 4) Fire damage. If the target is a flammable object that isn't being worn or carried, it starts burning.

Infernal Tail

Cost 1

Dexterity Saving Throw: DC 17, one creature the devil can see within 10 feet. Failure: 10 (1d8 + 6) Necrotic damage, and the target receives an infernal wound if it doesn't have one. While wounded, the target loses 10 (3d6) Hit Points at the start of each of its turns. The wound closes after 1 minute, after a spell restores Hit Points to the target, or after the target or a creature within 5 feet of it takes an action to stanch the wound, doing so by succeeding on a DC 17 Wisdom (Medicine) check.

Multiattack

Cost 1

The devil makes three attacks, using Searing Fork or Hurl Flame in any combination. It can replace one attack with a use of Infernal Tail.

Searing Fork

Cost 1

+10 to hit, reach 10 ft (3 m). Hit: 2d8+6 piercing damage.

Melee Attack Roll: +10, reach 10 ft. 15 (2d8 + 6) Piercing damage plus 9 (2d8) Fire damage.

About Horned Devil

Horned Devil is a large fiend with a Challenge Rating of 11. It has a lawful evil alignment.

In combat, this creature maintains an Armor Class of 18 and possesses 199 hit points (derived from 19d10 + 95).

Horned Devil has communication capabilities including Infernal; telepathy 120 ft.. This allows it to interact verbally with various creatures and characters.

GM Tips: Using Horned Devil

3 tips available

When using Horned Devil 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.
Telepathic Communication: This creature can communicate telepathically, making it excellent for coordination with allies. Silence spells won't stop its communication. Consider 'Mind Blank' or abilities that block telepathy.

Player Guide: Facing Horned Devil

3 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.
Telepathy Awareness: This creature communicates telepathically! It can coordinate with allies silently. Silence won't stop it. Use 'Mind Blank' or abilities that block telepathy. Be cautious of mental attacks.

Encounter Building Calculator

Standard Party Encounter (4-5 characters):

This creature is a medium encounter for a party of 4 characters of level 11.

Solo Encounter:

A single character of level 15 (up to level 20) can face this creature in a medium to hard encounter.

Experience Point Thresholds:

Medium: 13,200 XP
Hard: 19,800 XP
Deadly: 26,400 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 Horned Devil?: Horned Devil has a Challenge Rating of 11, making it appropriate for parties of level 11.0.
What type of creature is Horned Devil?: Horned Devil is a Large Fiend, which affects how certain spells and abilities interact with it.
What languages does Horned Devil speak?: Horned Devil can communicate in Infernal; telepathy 120 ft..