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Troll, Breakwater

Large · Giant · CR 7 · Chaotic Neutral

Source. Tome of Beasts 3

15 (natural armor)

105 (10d10+50)

Ability Scores

Core attributes and their modifiers.

STR

DEX

CON

INT

-1

WIS

CHA

-2

Overview

Category Monsters

Size Large

Type Giant

Alignment Chaotic Neutral

XP 2900

Initiative Bonus +2

Movement

Walk 30 ft (9.1 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)

Passive Perception 15

Skills

Perception +2

Languages

understands Giant but can't speak

Resistances & Immunities

Damage Resistances

acid; nonmagic B/P/S attacks

Condition Immunities

paralyzed, petrified, poisoned, prone

Traits

Amphibious

Can breathe air and water.

Regeneration

Regains 10 hp at start of its turn. If it takes lightning or force this doesn’t work at its next turn start. Dies only if it starts turn with 0 hp and doesn’t regenerate.

About Troll, Breakwater

Troll, Breakwater is a large giant with a Challenge Rating of 7. It has a chaotic neutral alignment.

In combat, this creature maintains an Armor Class of 15 and possesses 105 hit points (derived from 10d10+50).

Troll, Breakwater has communication capabilities including understands Giant but can't speak. This allows it to interact verbally with various creatures and characters.

GM Tips: Using Troll, Breakwater

2 tips available

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

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.
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, Breakwater

2 strategies available

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

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.
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 7.

Solo Encounter:

A single character of level 10 (up to level 20) can face this creature in a medium to hard encounter.

Experience Point Thresholds:

Medium: 5,600 XP
Hard: 8,400 XP
Deadly: 11,200 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, Breakwater?: Troll, Breakwater has a Challenge Rating of 7, making it appropriate for parties of level 7.0.
What type of creature is Troll, Breakwater?: Troll, Breakwater is a Large Giant, which affects how certain spells and abilities interact with it.
What languages does Troll, Breakwater speak?: Troll, Breakwater can communicate in understands Giant but can't speak.