Doppelganger

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

The Doppelganger is a Medium monstrosity, with Armor Class 14, 52 hit points, and Challenge Rating 3. A deceptive shapeshifter that mimics humanoids to infiltrate societies and catch its prey unaware.

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Abilities & Attacks

Actions Multiattack. The doppelganger makes two Slam attacks and uses Unsettling Visage if available. Read Thoughts. The doppelganger casts Detect Thoughts, requiring no spell components and using Charisma as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 12). Unsettling Visage (Recharge 6). Wisdom Saving Throw: DC 12, each creature in a 15-foot Emanation originating from the doppelganger that can see the doppelganger. Failure: The target has the Frightened condition and repeats the save at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success. After 1 minute, it succeeds automatically. Bonus Actions Shape-Shift. The doppelganger shape-shifts into a Medium or Small Humanoid, or it returns to its true form. Its game statistics, other than its size, are the same in each form. Any equipment it is wearing or carrying isn't transformed.

Common Questions

How much HP does a Doppelganger have?

52 hit points.

What is a Doppelganger's Challenge Rating?

Challenge Rating 3.

What is a Doppelganger's Armor Class?

AC 14.

How fast can a Doppelganger move?

Speed 30 ft.

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