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Gray Render

Gray Render 5e reference with CR 12, type, stat block details, token resources, terrain tools, fear hooks, and monster hunt generation.

CR 12MonstrosityStat Block + PDFHunt Ready
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Overview

A gray render is a hulking six-eyed monstrosity that bonds to a chosen master with unnerving loyalty, protecting them with savage ferocity and raw muscle.

Quick 5e Answer

Gray Render CR, type, stat block, and table tools

Gray Render is a CR 12 monstrosity for D&D 5e. This page includes AC 17, HP 212 (17d10 + 119), a ready stat block, a downloadable PDF, and connected encounter tools.

CR12
TypeMonstrosity
Stat BlockOriginal 5e-Compatible Stat Block
PDF SheetAvailable
AC17
HP212 (17d10 + 119)

Original 5e-Compatible Stat Block

Gray Render

Large, Monstrosity, Chaotic Neutral

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This is an original Monster Almanac 5e-compatible stat block, not an official SRD stat block.

Armor Class17
Hit Points212 (17d10 + 119)
Challenge12 β€’ 8,400 XP
Proficiency+4
Speed
Walk 40 ft.
Initiative
+1
Saving Throws
Con +11, Str +11
Skills
Perception +5
Senses
Darkvision 60 ft.; Passive Perception 15
Passive Perception
15
Languages
None
STR24+7
DEX12+1
CON24+7
INT3-4
WIS12+1
CHA8-1

Traits

Bonded Rampage

When a creature the render is bonded to takes damage within 60 feet, the render has Advantage on its next attack roll before the end of its next turn.

Siege Muscle

The render deals double damage to objects and structures.

Actions

Multiattack

The render makes three attacks: Bite and two Claws.

Bite

Melee Attack Roll: +11, reach 5 ft. Hit: 24 (3d10 + 8) Piercing damage.

Claw

Melee Attack Roll: +11, reach 10 ft. Hit: 21 (3d8 + 8) Slashing damage.

Protective Roar (Recharge 5-6)

Strength Saving Throw: creatures of the render choice within 20 feet. Failure: 63 (14d8) Thunder damage and the target falls Prone. Success: Half damage.

Legal Attribution

Original Monster Almanac compatible game statistics. This entry is designed for 5e-style tabletop play and does not reproduce closed-book stat block text.

Generated by Monster Almanac. This is original compatible game content, not an official SRD stat block.

License: Monster Almanac Original Compatible Content

Generate Terrain

Forest

Base + optional customizer

Custom
Morning β€’ Clear β€’ Open Canopy β€’ Exposed Roots β€’ Ruined Shrine
BaseOpen

Swamp

Base + optional customizer

Custom
Morning β€’ Clear β€’ Mud Flats β€’ Reeds β€’ Rotting Boardwalk
BaseOpen

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Gray Render Token, Portrait, Chatbot, Terrain, Fear Hooks, Hunt Generator, and D&D 5e Resources

Gray Render 5e reference: CR 12 monstrosity, AC 17, HP 212 (17d10 + 119), PDF sheet, token, portrait, terrain, fear hooks, and hunt tools for Forest, Swamp. This page is part of the complete Monster Almanac stat block library. It includes a original 5e-compatible stat block with a downloadable PDF sheet, plus connected prep tools. Use this Monster Almanac page to move from search result to table prep: read the quick 5e reference, open the stat block, download the PDF when available, generate a token or portrait prompt, build matching terrain, create a monster-bound fear hook, and turn Gray Render into a focused hunt.

Using Gray Render in play

Gray Render can be used in Forest, Swamp when you want a CR 12 monstrosity that helps shape combat pressure, exploration tension, or narrative danger.

Gray Render works well as a supporting threat, recurring danger, or encounter-building piece inside a larger scene.

The attached original 5e-compatible stat block gives you a table-ready rules reference, and the PDF button keeps the sheet easy to print or save before the session.

This makes Gray Render useful not only as a monster reference, but also as a scene-shaping piece for travel danger, dungeon pressure, wilderness discovery, or a stronger narrative threat.

Why this monster is useful

  • Fits naturally into Forest, Swamp.
  • Works as a CR 12 option for encounter building and pacing.
  • Connects directly with a stat block, downloadable PDF, portrait, token, chatbot, terrain, fear hook, and hunt resources.
  • Helps game masters move from reference to actual tabletop use more quickly.

Quick ideas for scene building

  • Use Gray Render as a wandering threat tied to the local environment.
  • Pair the monster with terrain from the environments shown above.
  • Add an NPC witness, hunter, scholar, survivor, or fearful character to frame the danger.
  • Open the chatbot resource to give the creature more roleplay or lore flavor.
  • Use the hunt generator to turn this monster into a focused adventure hook.

Gray Render 5e quick FAQ

What CR is Gray Render in D&D 5e?

Gray Render is listed in Monster Almanac as a CR 12 monstrosity.

What type of monster is Gray Render?

Gray Render is listed as a monstrosity.

Does Gray Render have a 5e stat block?

Yes. This page includes a original 5e-compatible stat block and a downloadable PDF sheet.

Can I generate a token or hunt for Gray Render?

Yes. This page links to Gray Render token, portrait, chatbot, terrain, fear hook, and monster hunt tools for fast D&D prep.