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Imperial Dragon Wyrmling

Medium · Dragon · CR 3 · Neutral

Source. Tome of Beasts 2

17 (natural armor)

60 (8d8+24)

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Overview

Category Monsters

Size Medium

Type Dragon

Alignment Neutral

XP 700

Initiative Bonus +1

Movement

Walk 30 ft (9.1 m)

Fly 60 ft (18.3 m)

Swim 30 ft (9.1 m)

Climb 15 ft (4.6 m)

Crawl 15 ft (4.6 m)

Senses

Darkvision 60 ft (18.3 m)

Blindsight 10 ft (3 m)

Passive Perception 15

Saving Throws

Dexterity +3 Constitution +5 Wisdom +3 Charisma +4

Skills

Insight +3 Perception +5 Stealth +3

Languages

Draconic

Resistances & Immunities

Damage Immunities

lightning, thunder

Traits

Amphibious

The dragon can breathe air and water.

Innate Spellcasting (1/Day)

The dragon can innately cast fog cloud, requiring no material components. Its innate spellcasting ability is Charisma.

Actions

Bite

+6 to hit, reach 5 ft (1.5 m). Hit: 1d10+4 piercing damage.

Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (1d10 + 4) piercing damage.

Lightning Breath

Recharge 5–6

The dragon exhales lightning in a 30-foot line that is 5 feet wide. Each creature in that line must make a DC 13 Dexterity saving throw, taking 22 (4d10) lightning damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

About Imperial Dragon Wyrmling

Imperial Dragon Wyrmling is a medium dragon with a Challenge Rating of 3. It has a neutral alignment.

In combat, this creature maintains an Armor Class of 17 and possesses 60 hit points (derived from 8d8+24).

Imperial Dragon Wyrmling has communication capabilities including Draconic. This allows it to interact verbally with various creatures and characters.

GM Tips: Using Imperial Dragon Wyrmling

3 tips available

When using Imperial Dragon Wyrmling 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.
Aquatic Combat: This creature can swim at 30 ft. It has advantage in water environments. Consider fighting on land or using water-based spells against it.
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 Imperial Dragon Wyrmling

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.
Aquatic Combat Defense: This creature can swim at 30 ft! It has advantage in water. Fight on land if possible. Use 'Control Water' or drain water sources to limit its mobility.
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 3.

Solo Encounter:

A single character of level 5 (up to level 20) can face this creature in a medium to hard encounter.

Experience Point Thresholds:

Medium: 1,200 XP
Hard: 1,800 XP
Deadly: 2,400 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 Imperial Dragon Wyrmling?: Imperial Dragon Wyrmling has a Challenge Rating of 3, making it appropriate for parties of level 3.0.
What type of creature is Imperial Dragon Wyrmling?: Imperial Dragon Wyrmling is a Medium Dragon, which affects how certain spells and abilities interact with it.
What languages does Imperial Dragon Wyrmling speak?: Imperial Dragon Wyrmling can communicate in Draconic.