Swarm of Larvae

Large Fiend, Neutral Evil

AC: 13

Initiative: +0 (10)

HP: 22 (3d10 + 6)

Speed: 30 ft.

STR
14 (+2)
DEX
11 (+0)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
6 (-2)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
2 (-4)

Resistances: bludgeoning; piercing; slashing

Condition Immunities: charmed; frightened; grappled; paralyzed; petrified; prone; restrained; stunned

Senses: Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 11

Languages: understands all but can't speak

CR: 1 (XP 200; PB +2)

Habitat: Planar, Lower

Swarm.

The swarm can occupy another creature's space and vice versa, and the swarm can move through an opening large enough for a Medium creature. The swarm can't regain Hit Points or gain Temporary Hit Points.

Actions

Bites.

Melee Attack Roll: +4, reach 5 ft. Hit: 9 (2d6 + 2) Necrotic damage, or 7 (2d4 + 2) Necrotic damage if the swarm is Bloodied.

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Swarm of Larvae

Source: Monster Manual (2025), p. 193 - Licenses and attribution