Salamander

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

The Salamander is a Large elemental, with Armor Class 15, 90 hit points, and Challenge Rating 5. A salamander is a fiery serpentine elemental that excels in close-quarters combat by burning and restraining its foes.

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Stat Block

Abilities & Attacks

Fire Aura. At the end of each of the salamander's turns, each creature of the salamander's choice in a 5-foot Emanation originating from the salamander takes 7 (2d6) Fire damage. Actions Multiattack. The salamander makes two Flame Spear attacks. It can replace one attack with a use of Constrict. Constrict. Strength Saving Throw: DC 15, one Large or smaller creature the salamander can see within 10 feet. Failure: 11 (2d6 + 4) Bludgeoning damage plus 7 (2d6) Fire damage. The target has the Grappled condition (escape DC 14), and it has the Restrained condition until the grapple ends.

Common Questions

How much HP does a Salamander have?

90 hit points.

What is a Salamander's Challenge Rating?

Challenge Rating 5.

What is a Salamander's Armor Class?

AC 15.

How fast can a Salamander move?

Speed 30 ft., climb 30 ft.

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