Swarm of Rats
D&D 5e 2024 rules. Stats use the 2024 rules from the System Reference Document 5.2.1.
The Swarm of Rats is a Medium beast, with Armor Class 10, 14 hit points, and Challenge Rating 1/4. A swarm of rats is a collective mass of rodents that overcomes prey through sheer numbers and coordinated biting.
Stat Block
- Edition: D&D 5e 2024 rules
- Size: Medium
- Type: beast
- Challenge Rating: 1/4
- Armor Class: 10
- Hit Points: 14
- Speed: 30 ft., climb 30 ft.
- STR: 9
- DEX: 11
- CON: 9
- INT: 2
- WIS: 10
- CHA: 3
- Resistances: Resist: bludgeoning, piercing, slashing; Condition Immune: charmed, frightened, grappled, paralyzed, petrified, prone, restrained, stunned
Abilities & Attacks
Swarm. The swarm can occupy another creature's space and vice versa, and the swarm can move through any opening large enough for a Tiny rat. The swarm can't regain Hit Points or gain Temporary Hit Points.
Common Questions
How much HP does a Swarm of Rats have?
14 hit points.
What is a Swarm of Rats's Challenge Rating?
Challenge Rating 1/4.
What is a Swarm of Rats's Armor Class?
AC 10.
How fast can a Swarm of Rats move?
Speed 30 ft., climb 30 ft.
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