Medium dragon (chromatic dragon), chaotic evil
Armor Class 17 (natural armor)
Hit Points 75 (10d8 + 30)
Speed 30 ft., climb 30 ft., fly 60 ft.
Proficiency Bonus +2
Proficiency Bonus +5 (5th Edition Advanced Mode)
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 (+4) | 10 (+0) | 17 (+3) | 12 (+1) | 11 (+0) | 15 (+2) |
Saving Throws Dex +2, Con +5, Wis +2, Cha +4
Skills Perception +4, Stealth +2
Damage Immunities fire
Senses blindsight 10 ft., darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 14
Languages Draconic
Challenge 4 (1,100 XP)
ACTIONS
- Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (1d10 + 4) piercing damage plus 3 (1d6) fire damage.
- Fire Breath (Recharge 5-6). The dragon exhales fire in a 15-foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC 13 Dexterity saving throw, taking 24 (7d6) fire 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 red dragon is a young and immature member of the most powerful and feared of all chromatic dragons. It has a sleek and muscular body covered with scales that range from scarlet to brick red. Its head is adorned with swept-back horns and a frill that runs along its neck and spine. Its snout is beaked and constantly emits smoke, while its eyes glow with fire when it is angry. A wyrmling red dragon is about the size of a large horse, but it can grow much larger as it ages.
COMBAT
A wyrmling red dragon is a fierce and cunning combatant, using its natural weapons and innate magic to overwhelm its foes. It prefers to fight from a distance, using its fire breath to scorch enemies in a cone of flame. It can also bite with its powerful jaws, inflicting both piercing and fire damage. A wyrmling red dragon is immune to fire, but vulnerable to cold. It has keen senses, especially in the dark, and can climb and fly with ease. A wyrmling red dragon is also very intelligent and charismatic, able to speak Draconic and sometimes other languages. It can use its charm and deception to manipulate or intimidate others, or to escape from a disadvantageous situation.
HABITAT / SOCIETY
A wyrmling red dragon lives in a lair that it either inherits from its parent or claims for itself. It prefers warm and arid environments, such as mountains, deserts, or volcanoes. It hoards treasure and valuables, especially gold and gems, and guards them fiercely from intruders. A wyrmling red dragon is usually solitary, but sometimes forms alliances with other creatures that serve or worship it. It respects strength and power, but despises weakness and cowardice. It is arrogant and greedy, seeking to dominate and destroy anything that challenges or opposes it. A wyrmling red dragon is loyal to its parent, but may also plot to overthrow or surpass it in the future.
ECOLOGY
A wyrmling red dragon is a carnivore that feeds on any creature that it can catch or overpower. It hunts for sport as well as for sustenance, enjoying the thrill of the chase and the taste of blood. It often plays with its prey before killing it, torturing it with fire or taunting it with words. A wyrmling red dragon has few natural predators, but may face competition or conflict from other dragons or powerful creatures. It also has many enemies among the civilized races, who fear and hate it for its evil nature and destructive tendencies. A wyrmling red dragon has a long lifespan, but grows slowly. It takes decades for it to reach adulthood, and centuries for it to become an ancient dragon.
Red Dragon is employed as material component to empower the following spells: