Young Red Dragon

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Large Dragon, Chaotic Evil

Armor Class 17 (natural armor)

Hit Points 153 (18d10+54)

Speed 40 ft. fly 80 ft.

STR 23 (+6)

DEX 14 (+2)

CON 21 (+5)

INT 14 (+2)

WIS 13 (+1)

CHA 19 (+4)

Saving Throws Dex +6, Con +9, Wis +5

Skills Stealth +5, Perception +7

Damage Resistances fire

Senses blindsight 60 ft., darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 17

Languages Common, Draconic, telepathy 120 ft.

Challenge 10 (5,900 XP) Proficiency Bonus +4

Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If the dragon fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead.

Fire Absorption. The dragon can absorb fire damage and regain hit points equal to half the fire damage dealt.

Keen Smell. The dragon has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.

Actions

Multiattack. The dragon makes three attacks: one with its bite and two with its claws.

Bite. Melee weapon Attack: +11 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 17 (2d10+6) piercing damage.

Claw. Melee weapon Attack: +11 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 13 (2d6+6) slashing damage.

Fire Breath (Recharge 5-6). The dragon exhales fire in a 30-foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC 17 Dexterity saving throw, taking 42 (12d6) fire damage on a failed save, or half as much on a successful one.

Legendary Actions

The dragon can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. Only one legendary action can be used at a time and only at the end of another creature's turn. The dragon regains spent legendary actions at the start of its turn.

Detect. The dragon makes a Wisdom (Perception) check.

Tail Attack. The dragon makes a tail attack.

Wing Attack (Costs 2 Actions). The dragon beats its wings. Each creature within 10 feet must succeed on a DC 19 Dexterity saving throw or take 13 (2d6+6) bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone.

Environment Mountain, Volcano

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Lore & Description

Appearance

This young red dragon has gleaming crimson scales that shimmer like molten metal. Its eyes glow like hot coals, and its sharp claws and fangs are as intimidating as they are deadly. The air around it is often filled with the acrid scent of sulfur, and its presence radiates the heat of its fiery temper.

Behavior & Origins

Young red dragons are known for their ambition and fierce tempers. They delight in hoarding treasure and increasing their power by any means necessary. These dragons are intelligent and cunning, often employing cunning tactics to outsmart their foes while leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. They are territorial and will fiercely protect their lairs.