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Gnarljak

Small Construct · Unaligned · CR 6

  • Construct
  • Small
  • Tier 2

CR 6 small construct, unaligned — that's Gnarljak. Native to ruins, underground, and urban. Sourced from Tome of Beasts 1.

Stat Block

Challenge Rating
6
Type
Construct
Size
Small
Alignment
Unaligned
Speed
30
Habitats
Ruins, Underground, Urban
Sources
Tome of Beasts 1

Ecology

Gnarljak is a built thing, requiring no food or rest; its presence in the world depends on whoever (or whatever) animates it. It is most often found in ruins regions. It is small-sized, which shapes how it hunts, hides, or fights.

Behaviour

Gnarljak is follows its programming or its master's orders without deviation. Its alignment varies by individual or is irrelevant — it acts on instinct, drive, or whoever commands it. It is largely instinct-driven; complex strategy is the work of whoever (or whatever) commands it.

Origin

Gnarljak is introduced in Kobold Press's Tome of Beasts 1 (2016). Within a campaign, its existence anchors a region with the kind of weight only an old, named species carries.

CR 6 monstersAll ConstructsRuinsUndergroundUrban

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gnarljak

What is the challenge rating of Gnarljak?
Gnarljak has a challenge rating of 6. It fits well-established adventuring parties.
What type of creature is Gnarljak?
Gnarljak is classified as a construct in D&D 5e, small size, unaligned alignment.
Where does Gnarljak live?
The published habitats for Gnarljak: Ruins, Underground, Urban.
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