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Merrow

Merrow 5e reference with CR 2, type, stat block details, token resources, terrain tools, fear hooks, and monster hunt generation.

CR 2MonstrosityStat Block + PDFHunt Ready
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Overview

A monstrous merfolk kin with green mottled scales, gills, and sharp teeth. Its lower body is that of a giant fish with spiny fins, and its muscular arms end in claws; it carries harpoons or tridents.

Quick 5e Answer

Merrow CR, type, stat block, and table tools

Merrow is a CR 2 monstrosity for D&D 5e. This page includes AC 13, HP 45 (6d10 + 12), a ready stat block, a downloadable PDF, and connected encounter tools.

CR2
TypeMonstrosity
Stat BlockOfficial SRD 5.2.1 Stat Block
PDF SheetAvailable
AC13
HP45 (6d10 + 12)

Official SRD 5.2.1 Stat Block

Merrow

Large, Monstrosity, Chaotic Evil

Official SRD5e-2024srd-5.2.1-v1PDF Ready
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This stat block uses official SRD 5.2.1 content under CC-BY-4.0 attribution.

Armor Class13
Hit Points45 (6d10 + 12)
Challenge2 β€’ 450 XP
Proficiency+2
Speed
Swim 40 ft., Walk 10 ft.
Initiative
+0
Saving Throws
β€”
Skills
β€”
Senses
Darkvision 60 ft.; Passive Perception 10
Passive Perception
10
Languages
Abyssal, Aquan
STR18+4
DEX10+0
CON15+2
INT8-1
WIS10+0
CHA9-1

Traits

Amphibious

The merrow can breathe air and water.

Actions

Multiattack

The merrow makes two attacks: one with Bite and one with Claws or Harpoon.

Bite

Melee Attack Roll: +6, reach 5 ft. Hit: 8 (1d8 + 4) Piercing damage.

Claws

Melee Attack Roll: +6, reach 5 ft. Hit: 9 (2d4 + 4) Slashing damage.

Harpoon

Melee or Ranged Attack Roll: +6, reach 5 ft. or range 20/60 ft. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) Piercing damage, and the target may be pulled closer.

Legal Attribution

This work includes material from the System Reference Document 5.2.1 (β€œSRD 5.2.1”) by Wizards of the Coast LLC, available at https://www.dndbeyond.com/srd. The SRD 5.2.1 is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, available at https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode.

This stat block includes SRD 5.2.1 material licensed under CC-BY-4.0. Include the required SRD 5.2.1 attribution in generated PDFs.

License: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International

Generate Terrain

Coastal

Base + optional customizer

Custom
Morning β€’ Clear β€’ Sandy Beach β€’ Low Tide β€’ Shipwreck
BaseOpen

Underwater

Base + optional customizer

Custom
Morning β€’ Underwater Current β€’ Sand Floor β€’ Clear Water β€’ Shipwreck
BaseOpen

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

Merrow 5e reference: CR 2 monstrosity, AC 13, HP 45 (6d10 + 12), PDF sheet, token, portrait, terrain, fear hooks, and hunt tools for Coastal, Underwater. This page is part of the complete Monster Almanac stat block library. It includes a official srd 5.2.1 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 Merrow into a focused hunt.

Using Merrow in play

Merrow can be used in Coastal, Underwater when you want a CR 2 monstrosity that helps shape combat pressure, exploration tension, or narrative danger.

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

The attached official srd 5.2.1 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 Merrow 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 Coastal, Underwater.
  • Works as a CR 2 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 Merrow 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.

Merrow 5e quick FAQ

What CR is Merrow in D&D 5e?

Merrow is listed in Monster Almanac as a CR 2 monstrosity.

What type of monster is Merrow?

Merrow is listed as a monstrosity.

Does Merrow have a 5e stat block?

Yes. This page includes a official srd 5.2.1 stat block and a downloadable PDF sheet.

Can I generate a token or hunt for Merrow?

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