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Yuan-ti Malison (Type 2)*

Medium Monstrosity · · CR 3

  • Monstrosity
  • Medium
  • Tier 1

As a medium monstrosity (neutral evil), Yuan-ti Malison (Type 2)* carries CR 3. Common in desert, forest, swamp, and urban environments. Sourced from Monster Manual (5.5e 2024).

Stat Block

Challenge Rating
3
Type
Monstrosity
Size
Medium
Alignment
Speed
Habitats
Desert, Forest, Swamp, Urban
Sources
Monster Manual (5.5e 2024)

Ecology

Yuan-ti Malison (Type 2)* 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 desert regions. It is medium-sized, which shapes how it hunts, hides, or fights.

Behaviour

Yuan-ti Malison (Type 2)* 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. Spellcasting expands its repertoire well beyond what its physical stat block alone suggests.

Origin

Yuan-ti Malison (Type 2)* 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 3 monstersAll MonstrositysDesertForestSwampUrban

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Frequently Asked Questions about Yuan-ti Malison (Type 2)*

What is the challenge rating of Yuan-ti Malison (Type 2)*?
On the bestiary CR scale, Yuan-ti Malison (Type 2)* sits at 3. It works against tier-1 parties.
What type of creature is Yuan-ti Malison (Type 2)*?
The bestiary type for Yuan-ti Malison (Type 2)* is monstrosity, medium size.
Where does Yuan-ti Malison (Type 2)* live?
Habitats for Yuan-ti Malison (Type 2)*: Desert, Forest, Swamp, Urban.
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