Basilisk
D&D 5e 2024 rules. Stats use the 2024 rules from the System Reference Document 5.2.1.
The Basilisk is a Medium monstrosity, with Armor Class 15, 52 hit points, and Challenge Rating 3. A sluggish, eight-legged reptilian predator that petrifies its prey with a lethal gaze.
Stat Block
- Edition: D&D 5e 2024 rules
- Size: Medium
- Type: monstrosity
- Challenge Rating: 3
- Armor Class: 15
- Hit Points: 52
- Speed: 20 ft.
- STR: 16
- DEX: 8
- CON: 15
- INT: 2
- WIS: 8
- CHA: 7
Abilities & Attacks
Bonus Actions Petrifying Gaze (Recharge 4–6). Constitution Saving Throw: DC 12, each creature in a 30-foot Cone. If the basilisk sees its reflection in the Cone, the basilisk must make this save. First Failure: The target has the Restrained condition and repeats the save at the end of its next turn if it is still Restrained, ending the effect on itself on a success. Second Failure: The target has the Petrified condition instead of the Restrained condition.
Common Questions
How much HP does a Basilisk have?
52 hit points.
What is a Basilisk's Challenge Rating?
Challenge Rating 3.
What is a Basilisk's Armor Class?
AC 15.
How fast can a Basilisk move?
Speed 20 ft.
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License
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