Medium dragon (chromatic dragon), chaotic evil
Armor Class 17 (natural armor)
Hit Points 33 (6d8 + 6)
Speed 30 ft., fly 60 ft., swim 30 ft.
Proficiency Bonus +2
Proficiency Bonus +3 (5th Edition Advanced Mode)
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 (+2) | 14 (+2) | 13 (+1) | 10 (+0) | 11 (+0) | 13 (+1) |
Saving Throws Dex +4, Con +3, Wis +2, Cha +3
Skills Perception +4, Stealth +4
Damage Immunities acid
Senses blindsight 10 ft., darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 14
Languages Draconic
Challenge 2 (450 XP)
Amphibious. The dragon can breathe air and water.
ACTIONS
- Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d10 + 2) piercing damage plus 2 (1d4) acid damage.
- Acid Breath (Recharge 5–6). The dragon exhales acid in a 15-foot line that is 5 feet wide. Each creature in that line must make a DC 11 Dexterity saving throw, taking 22 (5d8) acid damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
5th Edition Advanced Mode
Limiting the power of a character and making the overall difficulty of the game harder, does not reduce the creativity, indeed it does quite the opposite.
The Game Master has the option to use any and all of the instances proposed in this guide, or just some of them according to their preference.
It is the lack of something that move and motivate characters, not the abundance of it
DESCRIPTION
A wyrmling black dragon is a small, winged reptile with scales as dark as night and a fearsome appearance. Its long, sinuous neck supports a horned head with a snout that drips with corrosive acid. Its eyes glow with a malevolent green light, and its teeth and claws are razor-sharp. A wyrmling black dragon is about 5 feet long from nose to tail, and weighs about 100 pounds.
COMBAT
A wyrmling black dragon is a cunning and vicious fighter, preferring to ambush its prey from the cover of water or darkness. It uses its acid breath to weaken or kill multiple foes at once, and then tears into them with its bite and claws. It is also adept at using its environment to its advantage, such as collapsing structures, triggering traps, or creating hazards with its acid. A wyrmling black dragon is not afraid to retreat if the battle turns against it, but it will not forget or forgive those who challenge it.
HABITAT / SOCIETY
A wyrmling black dragon typically lives in a swampy or marshy area, where it can find plenty of food and water. It makes its lair in a cave or ruin that is partially submerged or near a body of water. It decorates its lair with the bones and treasures of its victims, and guards it fiercely from intruders. A wyrmling black dragon is solitary and territorial, and does not tolerate other dragons or creatures in its domain. It may occasionally ally with other evil beings, such as cultists or lizardfolk, but only for its own benefit.
ECOLOGY
A wyrmling black dragon is a carnivore that feeds on any living creature it can catch, such as fish, reptiles, birds, mammals, or humanoids. It prefers to hunt at night or in foggy conditions, using its darkvision and blindsight to locate its prey. It can also breathe underwater, allowing it to surprise aquatic creatures or pursue fleeing enemies. A wyrmling black dragon’s acid is not only a weapon, but also a tool for breaking down organic matter and dissolving metal. A wyrmling black dragon’s scales are highly resistant to acid, but vulnerable to cold.