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Mimic 5e Chest

Medium Monstrosity, Neutral

At a Glance

CR
2
Type
Monstrosity
Size
Medium
Alignment
Neutral
AC
12
HP
58 (9d8 + 18)
Speed15 ft.

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Ability Scores

str
17
+3
dex
12
+1
con
15
+2
int
5
-3
wis
13
+1
cha
8
-1

Key Abilities

AbilityDescription
ShapechangerCan use action to polymorph into object or back to true form. Statistics are same. Reverts when it dies.
AdhesiveAdheres to anything that touches it. Creature is grappled (escape DC 13). Can choose not to adhere.
False AppearanceWhile motionless, indistinguishable from ordinary object.
GrapplerAdvantage on attack rolls against grappled creatures.

How to Run This Monster

Wait for creature to touch it. Grapple with adhesive. Bite grappled prey until dead.

Encounter Ideas

Classic dungeon treasure chest. Also disguises as doors, furniture, or treasure piles. Use Investigation to detect.

Loot
Whatever the mimic was guarding (DM choice), partially digested coins (3d10 × 10gp).

Common Mistakes

Common Mistake
Only using them as treasure chests—they can be any object
Common Mistake
Forgetting the adhesive grapples automatically on touch

DM Tips

DM Tip
Place real treasure chests nearby to create paranoia
DM Tip
Describe slight breathing motion on Investigation success

Frequently Asked Questions

Sources & Further Reading