Dust Mephit

Composed of earth and air, dust mephits are drawn to catacombs and find death morbidly fascinating.

Dust Mephit CR: 1/2 (100 XP)

Small elemental, neutral evil

Armor Class: 12

Hit Points: 17 (5d6)

Speed: 30 ft , fly: 30 ft

STR

5 -3

DEX

14 +2

CON

10 +0

INT

9 -1

WIS

11 +0

CHA

10 +0

Skills: Perception +2, Stealth +4

Damage Vulnerabilities: Fire

Damage Immunities: Poison

Condition Immunities: Poisoned

Senses: Darkvision 60 feet, Passive Perception 12

Languages: Auran, Terran

Challenge Rating: 1/2 (100 XP)

Death Burst. When the mephit dies, it explodes in a burst of dust. Each creature within 5 feet of it must then succeed on a DC 10 Constitution saving throw or be blinded for 1 minute. A blinded creature can repeat the saving throw on each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success.
Innate Spellcasting (1/Day). The mephit can innately cast sleep, requiring no material components. Its innate spellcasting ability is Charisma.

Actions

Claws. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 feet, one target. Hit: 1d4 + 2 slashing damage.
Blinding Breath (Recharge 6). The mephit exhales a 15-foot cone of blinding dust. Each creature in that area must succeed on a DC 10 Dexterity saving throw or be blinded for 1 minute. A creature can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success.

Genetic Ancestor(s)

• Mephits

Lifespan

Immortal

Average Height

4 feet

Average Weight

2 pounds