Assassin
D&D 5e 2024 rules. Stats use the 2024 rules from the System Reference Document 5.2.1.
The Assassin is a Medium or Small humanoid, with Armor Class 16, 97 hit points, and Challenge Rating 8. An assassin is a professional killer who specializes in sudden, lethal strikes and the expert use of debilitating poisons.
Stat Block
- Edition: D&D 5e 2024 rules
- Size: Medium or Small
- Type: humanoid
- Challenge Rating: 8
- Armor Class: 16
- Hit Points: 97
- Speed: 30 ft.
- STR: 11
- DEX: 18
- CON: 14
- INT: 16
- WIS: 11
- CHA: 10
- Resistances: Resist: poison
Abilities & Attacks
Gear: Light Crossbow, Shortsword, Studded Leather Armor Evasion. If the assassin is subjected to an effect that allows it to make a Dexterity saving throw to take only half damage, the assassin instead takes no damage if it succeeds on the save and only half damage if it fails. It can't use this trait if it has the Incapacitated condition. Actions Multiattack. The assassin makes three attacks, using Shortsword or Light Crossbow in any combination. Bonus Actions Cunning Action. The assassin takes the Dash, Disengage, or Hide action.
Common Questions
How much HP does an Assassin have?
97 hit points.
What is an Assassin's Challenge Rating?
Challenge Rating 8.
What is an Assassin's Armor Class?
AC 16.
How fast can an Assassin move?
Speed 30 ft.
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