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Young Black Dragon

Large dragon, chaotic evil

Armor Class 18 (natural)
Hit Points 127 (15d10+45)
Speed walk 40 ft., fly 80 ft., swim 40 ft.
Challenge CR 7 (2900 XP) · Proficiency bonus +3
STR19+4
DEX14+2
CON17+3
INT12+1
WIS11+0
CHA15+2

Saving throws: DEX +5, CON +6, WIS +3, CHA +5

Skills: Perception +6, Stealth +5

Immunities: acid

Senses: blindsight 30 ft., darkvision 120 ft., passive perception 16

Languages: Common, Draconic

Traits

Amphibious. The dragon can breathe air and water.

Actions

Multiattack. The dragon makes three attacks: one with its bite and two with its claws.

Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (2d10 + 4) piercing damage plus 4 (1d8) acid damage.

Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) slashing damage.

Acid Breath. The dragon exhales acid in a 30-foot line that is 5 feet wide. Each creature in that line must make a DC 14 Dexterity saving throw, taking 49 (11d8) acid damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.