Swarm of Rats

Swarm of Rats CR: 1/4 (50 XP)

Medium swarm of tiny beasts, unaligned

Armor Class: 10

Hit Points: 24 (7d8 - 7)

Speed: 30 ft

STR

9 -1

DEX

11 +0

CON

9 -1

INT

2 -4

WIS

10 +0

CHA

3 -4

Damage Resistances: Bludgeoning, Piercing, Slashing

Condition Immunities: Charmed, Frightened, Grappled, Paralyzed, Petrified, Prone, Restrained, Stunned

Senses: Darkvision 30 feet, Passive Perception 10

Languages: None

Challenge Rating: 1/4 (50 XP)

Keen Smell. The swarm has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.
Swarm. The swarm can occupy another creature's space and vice versa, and the swarm can move through any opening large enough for a Tiny rat. The swarm can't regain hit points or gain temporary hit points.

Actions

Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +2 to hit, reach 0 feet, one target in the swarm's space. Hit: 2d6 piercing damage, or 1d6 piercing damage if the swarm has half of its hit points or fewer.

Genetic Ancestor(s)

• Rat

Lifespan

1 year

Average Weight

10 pounds

Average Length

5 feet