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Umber Hulk*

Large Monstrosity · · CR 5

  • Monstrosity
  • Large
  • Tier 2

Umber Hulk*, CR 5, fills the large monstrosity role with chaotic evil disposition. Encounter regions: underground. Sourced from Monster Manual (5.5e 2024).

Stat Block

Challenge Rating
5
Type
Monstrosity
Size
Large
Alignment
Speed
Habitats
Underground
Sources
Monster Manual (5.5e 2024)

Ecology

Umber Hulk* is a magical creature outside the normal ecological taxonomy — too constructed to be a beast, too natural to be an aberration. It is most often found in underground regions. It is large-sized, which shapes how it hunts, hides, or fights.

Behaviour

Umber Hulk* is territorial and aggressive; rarely capable of negotiation in any meaningful way. 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

Umber Hulk* is codified in the 5.5e Monster Manual. Within a campaign, its existence anchors a region with the kind of weight only an old, named species carries.

CR 5 monstersAll MonstrositysUnderground

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Frequently Asked Questions about Umber Hulk*

What is the challenge rating of Umber Hulk*?
The CR on Umber Hulk* is 5. That CR matches tier-2 to early-tier-3 encounter math.
What type of creature is Umber Hulk*?
The bestiary type for Umber Hulk* is monstrosity, large size.
Where does Umber Hulk* live?
Habitats for Umber Hulk*: Underground.
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