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Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition Creature Data
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About
This dataset provides detailed information about monsters from the Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition (D&D 5e) system. It aims to highlight the diverse range and unique characteristics of creatures within the game, making it a valuable resource for understanding the mechanics and variety of D&D monsters. The data was gathered through web scraping from an online platform utilising the D&D 5e system.
Columns
- Name: The individual name of each monster. This column contains 324 unique values, with 'Aboleth' being the most common, albeit at 0%. All 324 entries are valid.
- Size: Describes the physical size classification of the monster. There are 6 unique size categories. 'Medium' is the most common size, accounting for 40% of the monsters, followed by 'Large' at 32%.
- Race + alignment: Specifies the monster's race (or type) and its alignment. This column features 90 unique combinations, with 'beast, Unaligned' being the most frequent at 26%, and 'monstrosity, Unaligned' at 5%.
- HP (Hit points): Represents the monster's hit points, often expressed with a base number and a dice formula (e.g., '11 (2d8+2)'). There are 170 unique HP values. The value '11 (2d8+2)' is the most common at 4%, and '1 (1d4-1)' at 3%.
- Armor (Armor class): The monster's Armor Class, indicating its defensive capability. This column has 62 unique values. '12' is the most common Armor Class at 12%, while '17 (Natural Armor)' accounts for 9%.
- Speed (Speed moving): Indicates the monster's typical movement speed in feet. There are 91 unique speed values. '30 ft.' is the most frequent speed at 20%, followed by '40 ft.' at 12%.
- Challenge rating (XP) (Difficulty): Represents the monster's difficulty and the associated experience points (XP). This column contains 28 unique challenge ratings. '2 (450 XP)' is the most common at 13%, and '1/2 (100 XP)' at 10%.
Distribution
The dataset is provided as a CSV file named
Dd5e_monsters.csv, with a file size of 32.57 kB. It consists of 7 columns and contains 324 unique monster entries. All columns are validated, showing no mismatched or missing values across the 324 records.Usage
This dataset is ideal for statistical analysis pertaining to D&D 5e monster characteristics. It can be utilised by game developers, enthusiasts, and data analysts to explore monster diversity, examine balance considerations, and identify common traits among creatures within the Dungeons and Dragons system.
Coverage
The dataset specifically covers monsters from the Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition system. There is no explicit geographic, time range, or demographic scope mentioned within the provided information.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
This dataset is well-suited for anyone interested in Dungeons and Dragons, particularly those familiar with the 5th edition. It offers considerable value for individuals aiming to perform statistical analysis on game-related data, including but not limited to game designers, data scientists, and dedicated D&D players looking to delve deeper into monster statistics and game balance.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- D&D 5e Monster Stats
- Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition Creature Data
- D&D 5e Monster Compendium
- D&D 5e Monster Characteristics
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Original Data Source: Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition Creature Data
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