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Spawn of Rhopalocerex

Large · Fiend · CR 6 · Chaotic Evil

Source. Tome of Beasts 2

17 (natural armor)

112 (15d10+30)

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Overview

Category Monsters

Size Large

Type Fiend

Alignment Chaotic Evil

XP 2300

Initiative Bonus +4

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)

Hover Yes

Senses

Darkvision 60 ft (18.3 m)

Passive Perception 11

Saving Throws

Charisma +5

Languages

Infernal, telepathy 60.0 ft (18.3 m).

Resistances & Immunities

Damage Immunities

poison

Damage Resistances

cold, fire, lightning

Condition Immunities

poisoned, prone

Traits

Magic Resistance

The spawn has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects.

Actions

Bite

+7 to hit, reach 5 ft (1.5 m). Hit: 2d8+4 poison damage.

Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one creature. Hit: 13 (2d8 + 4) piercing damage, and the target must make a DC 15 Constitution saving throw, taking 14 (4d6) poison damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

Claw

+7 to hit, reach 5 ft (1.5 m). Hit: 1d6+4 slashing damage.

Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 5 ft., one creature. Hit: 7 (1d6 + 4) slashing damage.

Enchanting Display

Recharge 5–6

The spawn of Rhopalocerex flutters its wings, and its large eyes briefly shine. Each creature within 30 feet of the spawn and that can see it must make a DC 15 Charisma saving throw. On a failure, a creature is charmed for 1 minute. On a success, a creature takes 14 (4d6) psychic damage.

Multiattack

The spawn of Rhopalocerex makes one bite attack and two claw attacks.

About Spawn of Rhopalocerex

Spawn of Rhopalocerex is a large fiend with a Challenge Rating of 6. It has a chaotic evil alignment.

In combat, this creature maintains an Armor Class of 17 and possesses 112 hit points (derived from 15d10+30).

Spawn of Rhopalocerex has communication capabilities including Infernal, telepathy 60 ft.. This allows it to interact verbally with various creatures and characters.

GM Tips: Using Spawn of Rhopalocerex

2 tips available

When using Spawn of Rhopalocerex 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.
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 Spawn of Rhopalocerex

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.
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 6.

Solo Encounter:

A single character of level 9 (up to level 20) can face this creature in a medium to hard encounter.

Experience Point Thresholds:

Medium: 4,200 XP
Hard: 6,300 XP
Deadly: 8,400 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 Spawn of Rhopalocerex?: Spawn of Rhopalocerex has a Challenge Rating of 6, making it appropriate for parties of level 6.0.
What type of creature is Spawn of Rhopalocerex?: Spawn of Rhopalocerex is a Large Fiend, which affects how certain spells and abilities interact with it.
What languages does Spawn of Rhopalocerex speak?: Spawn of Rhopalocerex can communicate in Infernal, telepathy 60 ft..