Clay Golem

D&D 5e 2024 rules. Stats use the 2024 rules from the System Reference Document 5.2.1.

The Clay Golem is a Large construct, with Armor Class 14, 123 hit points, and Challenge Rating 9. The Clay Golem is a hulking, magically animated construct that pummels its enemies with devastating, life-draining slams.

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Stat Block

Abilities & Attacks

Acid Absorption. Whenever the golem is subjected to Acid damage, it takes no damage and instead regains a number of Hit Points equal to the Acid damage dealt. Berserk. Whenever the golem starts its turn Bloodied, roll 1d6. On a 6, the golem goes berserk. On each of its turns while berserk, the golem attacks the nearest creature it can see. If no creature is near enough to move to and attack, the golem attacks an object. Once the golem goes berserk, it continues to be berserk until it is destroyed or it is no longer Bloodied. Immutable Form. The golem can't shape-shift. Magic Resistance. The golem has Advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects. Actions Multiattack. The golem makes two Slam attacks, or it makes three Slam attacks if it used Hasten this turn. Bonus Actions Hasten (Recharge 5–6). The golem takes the Dash and Disengage actions.

Common Questions

How much HP does a Clay Golem have?

123 hit points.

What is a Clay Golem's Challenge Rating?

Challenge Rating 9.

What is a Clay Golem's Armor Class?

AC 14.

How fast can a Clay Golem move?

Speed 30 ft.

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