Giant Spider

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

The Giant Spider is a Large beast, with Armor Class 14, 26 hit points, and Challenge Rating 1. The Giant Spider is a stealthy Large beast that excels at ambushing prey from the shadows of ceilings or forest canopies.

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Stat Block

Abilities & Attacks

Spider Climb. The spider can climb difficult surfaces, including along ceilings, without needing to make an ability check. Web Walker. The spider ignores movement restrictions caused by webs, and it knows the location of any other creature in contact with the same web. Actions Web (Recharge 5–6). Dexterity Saving Throw: DC 13, one creature the spider can see within 60 feet. Failure: The target has the Restrained condition until the web is destroyed (AC 10; HP 5; Vulnerability to Fire damage; Immunity to Poison and Psychic damage).

Common Questions

How much HP does a Giant Spider have?

26 hit points.

What is a Giant Spider's Challenge Rating?

Challenge Rating 1.

What is a Giant Spider's Armor Class?

AC 14.

How fast can a Giant Spider move?

Speed 30 ft., climb 30 ft.

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License

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