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Magma Mephit

Small · Elemental · CR 1/2 · Neutral Evil

Source. 5e 2014 Rules

22 (5d6+5)

1/2

Ability Scores

Core attributes and their modifiers.

STR

-1

DEX

CON

INT

-2

WIS

CHA

Overview

Category Monsters

Subcategory Mephits

Size Small

Type Elemental

Alignment Neutral Evil

XP 100

Initiative Bonus +1

Movement

Walk 30 ft (9.1 m)

Fly 30 ft (9.1 m)

Swim 15 ft (4.6 m)

Climb 15 ft (4.6 m)

Crawl 15 ft (4.6 m)

Senses

Darkvision 60 ft (18.3 m)

Passive Perception 10

Skills

Stealth +3

Languages

Ignan, Terran

Resistances & Immunities

Damage Immunities

fire, poison

Damage Vulnerabilities

cold

Condition Immunities

poisoned

Environments

Caves Mountain Plane of Earth Plane of Fire Underworld

Traits

Death Burst

When the mephit dies, it explodes in a burst of lava. Each creature within 5 ft. of it must make a DC 11 Dexterity saving throw, taking 7 (2d6) fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

False Appearance

While the mephit remains motionless, it is indistinguishable from an ordinary mound of magma.

Innate Spellcasting (1/Day)

The mephit can innately cast heat metal (spell save DC 10), requiring no material components. Its innate spellcasting ability is Charisma.

Actions

Claws

Cost 1

+3 to hit, reach 5 ft (1.5 m). Hit: 1d4 thunder damage.

Melee Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one creature. Hit: 3 (1d4 + 1) slashing damage plus 2 (1d4) fire damage.

Fire Breath

Recharge 6

The mephit exhales a 15-foot cone of fire. Each creature in that area must make a DC 11 Dexterity saving throw, taking 7 (2d6) fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

Variant: Summon Mephits

1/day Cost 1

The mephit has a 25 percent chance of summoning 1d4 mephits of its kind. A summoned mephit appears in an unoccupied space within 60 feet of its summoner, acts as an ally of its summoner, and can't summon other mephits. It remains for 1 minute, until it or its summoner dies, or until its summoner dismisses it as an action.

About Magma Mephit

Magma Mephit is a small elemental with a Challenge Rating of 1/2. It has a neutral evil alignment.

In combat, this creature maintains an Armor Class of 11 and possesses 22 hit points (derived from 5d6+5).

Magma Mephit has communication capabilities including Ignan, Terran. This allows it to interact verbally with various creatures and characters.

GM Tips: Using Magma Mephit

2 tips available

When using Magma Mephit 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.

Player Guide: Facing Magma Mephit

2 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.

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 Magma Mephit?: Magma Mephit has a Challenge Rating of 1/2, making it appropriate for parties of level 0.5.
What type of creature is Magma Mephit?: Magma Mephit is a Small Elemental, which affects how certain spells and abilities interact with it.
What languages does Magma Mephit speak?: Magma Mephit can communicate in Ignan, Terran.