Shadow
D&D 5e 2024 rules. Stats use the 2024 rules from the System Reference Document 5.2.1.
The Shadow is a Medium undead, with Armor Class 12, 27 hit points, and Challenge Rating 1/2. The shadow is a sentient, hateful undead manifestation of darkness that seeks to consume the life force of the living.
Stat Block
- Edition: D&D 5e 2024 rules
- Size: Medium
- Type: undead
- Challenge Rating: 1/2
- Armor Class: 12
- Hit Points: 27
- Speed: 40 ft.
- STR: 6
- DEX: 14
- CON: 13
- INT: 6
- WIS: 10
- CHA: 8
- Resistances: Resist: acid, cold, fire, lightning, thunder; Immune: necrotic, poison; Vulnerable: radiant; Condition Immune: exhaustion, frightened, grappled, paralyzed, petrified, poisoned, prone, restrained, unconscious
Abilities & Attacks
Amorphous. The shadow can move through a space as narrow as 1 inch without expending extra movement to do so. Sunlight Weakness. While in sunlight, the shadow has Disadvantage on D20 Tests. Bonus Actions Shadow Stealth. While in Dim Light or Darkness, the shadow takes the Hide action.
Common Questions
How much HP does a Shadow have?
27 hit points.
What is a Shadow's Challenge Rating?
Challenge Rating 1/2.
What is a Shadow's Armor Class?
AC 12.
How fast can a Shadow move?
Speed 40 ft.
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License
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