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Troll Limb

Small · Giant · CR 1/2 · Chaotic Evil

Source. 5e 2024 Rules

13 (natural armor)

14 (4d6)

1/2

Ability Scores

Core attributes and their modifiers.

STR

DEX

CON

INT

-5

WIS

-1

CHA

-5

Overview

Category Monsters

Size Small

Type Giant

Alignment Chaotic Evil

XP 100

Initiative Bonus +1

Movement

Walk 20 ft (6.1 m)

Swim 10 ft (3 m)

Climb 10 ft (3 m)

Crawl 10 ft (3 m)

Senses

Darkvision 60 ft (18.3 m)

Passive Perception 9

Saving Throws

Strength +4 Dexterity +1 Constitution +0 Intelligence -5 Wisdom -1 Charisma -5

Traits

Regeneration

The limb regains 5 Hit Points at the start of each of its turns. If the limb takes Acid or Fire damage, this trait doesn't function on the limb's next turn. The limb dies only if it starts its turn with 0 Hit Points and doesn't regenerate.

Troll Spawn

The limb uncannily has the same senses as a whole troll. If the limb isn't destroyed within 24 hours, roll 1d12. On a 12, the limb turns into a Troll. Otherwise, the limb withers away.

Actions

Rend

Cost 1

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

Melee Attack Roll: +6, reach 5 ft. 9 (2d4 + 4) Slashing damage.

About Troll Limb

Troll Limb is a small giant with a Challenge Rating of 1/2. It has a chaotic evil alignment.

In combat, this creature maintains an Armor Class of 13 and possesses 14 hit points (derived from 4d6).

GM Tips: Using Troll Limb

1 tips available

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

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 Troll Limb

1 strategies available

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

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 1.

Solo Encounter:

A single character of level 2 (up to level 20) can face this creature in a medium to hard encounter.

Experience Point Thresholds:

Medium: 75 XP
Hard: 112 XP
Deadly: 150 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 Troll Limb?: Troll Limb has a Challenge Rating of 1/2, making it appropriate for parties of level 0.5.
What type of creature is Troll Limb?: Troll Limb is a Small Giant, which affects how certain spells and abilities interact with it.