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Rakshasa, Pustakam

Small · Fiend · CR 5 · Lawful Evil

Source. Tome of Beasts 3

15 (natural armor)

91 (14d6+42)

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Overview

Category Monsters

Size Small

Type Fiend

Alignment Lawful Evil

XP 1800

Initiative Bonus +2

Movement

Walk 25 ft (7.6 m)

Swim 12 ft (3.7 m)

Climb 20 ft (6.1 m)

Crawl 12 ft (3.7 m)

Senses

Darkvision 60 ft (18.3 m)

Passive Perception 13

Skills

Perception +3

Languages

Common, Infernal, telepathy 60'

Resistances & Immunities

Damage Vulnerabilities

piercing from magic weapons wielded by good creatures

Traits

False Appearance (Object Form Only)

While it remains motionless it is indistinguishable from an ordinary object.

Limited Magic Immunity

Can't be affected or detected by spells of 2nd level or lower unless it wishes to be. Has advantage on saves vs. all other spells and magical effects.

Bonus Actions

Change Shape

Transforms into Tiny object or back into true fiend form. Its stats except size are same in each form. Items worn/carried not transformed. Reverts on death.

About Rakshasa, Pustakam

Rakshasa, Pustakam is a small fiend with a Challenge Rating of 5. It has a lawful evil alignment.

In combat, this creature maintains an Armor Class of 15 and possesses 91 hit points (derived from 14d6+42).

Rakshasa, Pustakam has communication capabilities including Common, Infernal, telepathy 60'. This allows it to interact verbally with various creatures and characters.

GM Tips: Using Rakshasa, Pustakam

2 tips available

When using Rakshasa, Pustakam in your D&D 5e campaign, consider these tactical approaches:

Climbing Advantage: This creature can climb at 20 ft. It can use walls and ceilings for tactical positioning. Consider using 'Spider Climb' negation or fighting in open areas without vertical surfaces.
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 Rakshasa, Pustakam

2 strategies available

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

Climbing Defense: This creature can climb at 20 ft! It can use walls and ceilings for surprise attacks. Fight in open areas without vertical surfaces. 'Spider Climb' negation spells can help.
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 5.

Solo Encounter:

A single character of level 7 (up to level 20) can face this creature in a medium to hard encounter.

Experience Point Thresholds:

Medium: 3,000 XP
Hard: 4,500 XP
Deadly: 6,000 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 Rakshasa, Pustakam?: Rakshasa, Pustakam has a Challenge Rating of 5, making it appropriate for parties of level 5.0.
What type of creature is Rakshasa, Pustakam?: Rakshasa, Pustakam is a Small Fiend, which affects how certain spells and abilities interact with it.
What languages does Rakshasa, Pustakam speak?: Rakshasa, Pustakam can communicate in Common, Infernal, telepathy 60'.