Octopus
D&D 5e 2024 rules. Stats use the 2024 rules from the System Reference Document 5.2.1.
The Octopus is a Small beast, with Armor Class 12, 3 hit points, and Challenge Rating 0. The octopus is a clever aquatic predator capable of blending seamlessly into its marine environment.
Stat Block
- Edition: D&D 5e 2024 rules
- Size: Small
- Type: beast
- Challenge Rating: 0
- Armor Class: 12
- Hit Points: 3
- Speed: 5 ft., swim 30 ft.
- STR: 4
- DEX: 15
- CON: 11
- INT: 3
- WIS: 10
- CHA: 4
Abilities & Attacks
Compression. The octopus can move through a space as narrow as 1 inch without expending extra movement to do so. Water Breathing. The octopus can breathe only underwater. Reactions Ink Cloud (1/Day). Trigger: A creature ends its turn within 5 feet of the octopus while underwater. Response: The octopus releases ink that fills a 5-foot Cube centered on itself, and the octopus moves up to its Swim Speed. The Cube is Heavily Obscured for 1 minute or until a strong current or similar effect disperses the ink.
Common Questions
How much HP does an Octopus have?
3 hit points.
What is an Octopus's Challenge Rating?
Challenge Rating 0.
What is an Octopus's Armor Class?
AC 12.
How fast can an Octopus move?
Speed 5 ft., swim 30 ft.
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License
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