A monster can be Tiny, Small, Medium, Large, Huge, or Gargantuan. The Size Categories table shows how much space a creature of a particular size controls in combat. See the Player’s Handbook for more information on creature size and space.
Size Categories
| Size | Space | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Tiny | 2½ by 2½ ft. | Imp, sprite |
| Small | 5 b 5 ft. | Giant rat, goblin |
| Medium | 5 b 5 ft. | Orc, werewolf |
| Large | 10 b 10 ft. | Hippogriff, ogre |
| Huge | 15 b 15 ft. | Fire giant, treant |
| Gargantuan | 20 b 20 ft. or larger | Kraken, purple worm |
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