Swarm of Bats

• AC: 12
• Alignment: Unaligned
• CHA: 4
• CON: 10
• Challenge Rating: 1/4
• Condition Immunities: Charmed, Frightened, Grappled, Paralyzed, Petrified, Prone, Restrained, Stunned
• DEX: 15
• HP: 22 (5d8)
• INT: 2
• Passive Perception: 11
• Resistances: Bludgeoning, Piercing, Slashing
• Roll 0: Full 1d20 + 4 2d4
• Roll 1: Half 1d20 + 4 1d4
• STR: 5
• Senses: Blindsight 60 Ft.
• Size: Medium
• Speed: 0 ft., fly 30 ft.
• Type: swarm of tiny beasts
• WIS: 12

Traits

Echolocation: The swarm can't use its blindsight while deafened.

Keen Hearing: The swarm has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on hearing.

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 bat. The swarm can't regain hit points or gain temporary hit points.

Actions

Bites: Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 0 ft., one creature in the swarm's space. Hit: 5 (2d4) piercing damage, or 2 (1d4) piercing damage if the swarm has half of its hit points or fewer.

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The SendingStone review

Swarm of Bats is a weak creature in Dungeons & Dragons. It has low stats, little challenge, and condition immunities that may be useful in certain situations. Its unaligned alignment means it can be used in a variety of scenarios, but its lack of decent abilities may make it less attractive to use. However, its status as a swarm creature can give it some advantages in combat, allowing it to surround and overwhelm its foes. Overall, this creature may be useful for low-level encounters or atmospheric scenes, but it doesn't offer much beyond its basic premise.

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