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DnD 5e Monster Stat Blocks
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Statistical data extracted from Dungeons and Dragons Fifth Edition (DnD 5e) monster stat blocks. This resource was initially compiled to streamline the process of encounter and non-player character (NPC) creation for Dungeon Masters (DMs) involved in homebrew campaigns. It serves as an invaluable tool for users who wish to filter, visualise, and perform statistical analysis on creature capabilities within the game system.
Columns
The dataset contains a robust collection of monster statistics, including:
- name: The designation of the creature.
- size: The physical dimensions category (e.g., medium, large).
- type: The classification of the monster (e.g., beast, monstrosity).
- alignment: The creature's moral and ethical disposition.
- languages: The languages the creature is capable of speaking.
- ac: Armor Class, representing how difficult the monster is to hit.
- hp: Health Points, indicating the damage the monster can take.
- cr: Challenge Rating, a measure of the monster's difficulty.
- speed, swim, fly, climb, burrow: Movement distances in feet for various modes of travel.
- passive_perception, darkvision, truesight, tremorsense, blindsight: Detailed information on the monster’s sensory capabilities.
- strength, dex, con, intel, wis, cha: The monster’s core ability scores.
- str_mod, dex_mod, con_mod, int_mod, wis_mod, cha_mod: The ability score modifiers derived from the scores.
- str_save, dex_save, con_save, int_save, wis_save, cha_save: Bonuses applied to saving throws based on abilities.
- Skill Check Columns (e.g., perception, stealth, history): Bonuses applied to specific skill checks.
- senses, attributes, actions, legendary_actions: Textual descriptions related to monster abilities and mechanics.
- legendary: A boolean flag indicating if the monster has legendary actions.
- source: The publication from which the monster data was drawn.
Distribution
The data is typically provided in a CSV format. The primary statistical file contains 53 distinct columns and 762 records, offering a substantial population of monster data points.
Usage
Ideal for quickly filtering and visualising creature characteristics for comparison. Dungeon Masters can use this resource to streamline encounter design, ensuring appropriate challenge ratings and balanced opposition. It is also suitable for data analysts seeking to apply statistical methods to structured fantasy gaming data.
Coverage
The dataset covers monster statistics originating from official Dungeons and Dragons Fifth Edition publications, including the Monster Manual (SRD) and Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes. The coverage focuses purely on mechanical stat blocks, abilities, and numerical metrics.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
Dungeon Masters looking for effective tools for NPC and encounter creation, particularly during homebrewing. Game designers and academics interested in analysing the underlying mechanical framework of the 5th Edition ruleset. Data science practitioners seeking detailed, clean, structured data for educational or portfolio projects.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- DnD 5e Monster Stat Blocks
- Fifth Edition Creature Data
- Monster Manual Statistics
- AideDD Monster Dataset
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