5e SRD:Magma Mephit

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Magma Mephit

Small elemental, neutral evil Armor Class 11 Hit Points 22 (5d6 + 5) Speed 30 ft., fly 30 ft. STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA 8 (-1) 12 (+1) 12 (+1) 7 (-2) 10 (+0) 10 (+0) Skills Stealth +3 Damage Vulnerabilities cold Damage Immunities fire, poison Condition Immunities poisoned Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 10 Languages Ignan, Terran Challenge 1/2 (100 XP) Death Burst. When the mephit dies, it explodes in a burst of lava. Each creature within 5 feet of it must make a DC 11 Dexterity saving throw, taking 7 (2d6) fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one. False Appearance. While the mephit remains motionless, it is indistinguishable from an ordinary mound of magma. Innate Spellcasting (1/Day). The mephit can innately cast heat metal (spell save DC 10), requiring no material components. Its innate spellcasting ability is Charisma. ACTIONS Claws. Melee Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one creature. Hit: 3 (1d4 + 1) slashing damage plus 2 (1d4) fire damage. Fire Breath (Recharge 6). The mephit exhales a 15-foot cone of fire. Each creature in that area must make a DC 11 Dexterity saving throw, taking 7 (2d6) fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

Composed of earth and fire, magma mephits glow a dull red color as they perspire beads of molten lava. They are slow to comprehend the meaning of others' words and actions.

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