Infernal Phylactery
When the lich would be reduced to 0 Hit Points, it can instead drop to 1 Hit Point if it has not used this trait since its last long rest equivalent.
Pact Lich
Pact Lich 5e reference with CR 16, type, stat block details, token resources, terrain tools, fear hooks, and monster hunt generation.
CR 16UndeadLegendaryStat Block + PDFHunt Ready
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Overview
A pact lich is an undead contract-master, a tolerance level 2 inclusion built around immortality, bargains, and elite magical control.
Quick 5e Answer
Pact Lich CR, type, stat block, and table tools
Pact Lich is a CR 16 undead for D&D 5e. This page includes AC 18, HP 247 (33d8 + 99), a ready stat block, a downloadable PDF, and connected encounter tools.
CR16
TypeUndead
Stat BlockOriginal 5e-Compatible Stat Block
PDF SheetAvailable
AC18
HP247 (33d8 + 99)
Original 5e-Compatible Stat Block
Pact Lich
Medium, Undead (Lich), Any Evil Alignment
Original 5e5e-compatiblemonster-almanac-original-v1PDF Ready
This is an original Monster Almanac 5e-compatible stat block, not an official SRD stat block.
Armor Class18
Hit Points247 (33d8 + 99)
Challenge16 • 15,000 XP
Proficiency+5
- Speed
- Walk 30 ft.
- Initiative
- +3
- Saving Throws
- Cha +11, Con +8, Int +11, Wis +9
- Skills
- Arcana +16, History +11, Deception +11, Perception +9
- Damage Resistances
- Cold, Lightning, Necrotic; Bludgeoning, Piercing, Slashing from nonmagical attacks
- Damage Immunities
- Poison
- Condition Immunities
- Charmed, Exhaustion, Frightened, Paralyzed, Poisoned
- Senses
- Truesight 120 ft.; Passive Perception 19
- Passive Perception
- 19
- Languages
- Common plus five languages, telepathy 120 ft.
STR10+0
DEX16+3
CON16+3
INT22+6
WIS18+4
CHA22+6
Traits
Legendary Resistance (3/Day)
If the lich fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead.
Actions
Multiattack
The lich makes two Pact Touch attacks.
Pact Touch
Melee Spell Attack: +11, reach 5 ft. Hit: 31 (7d8) Necrotic damage, and the target cannot regain Hit Points until the end of its next turn.
Hellbound Edict (Recharge 5-6)
Charisma Saving Throw: creatures of the lich choice within 60 feet. Failure: 90 (20d8) Psychic and Necrotic damage, split evenly, and the target is Frightened until the end of its next turn. Success: Half damage.
Bonus Actions
Contract Step
The lich teleports up to 60 feet to an unoccupied space it can see.
Reactions
Soul Clause
When hit by an attack, the lich reduces the damage by 20 and deals 10 Necrotic damage to the attacker.
Generate Terrain
Dungeon
Base + optional customizer
Morning • Subterranean Draft • Tight Corridors • Cracked Tiles • Iron Portcullis
Ruins
Base + optional customizer
Morning • Clear • Scattered Walls • Rubble Fields • Fallen Statue
Extraplanar
Base + optional customizer
Morning • Planar Instability • Warped Paths • Arcane Storm Lines • Planar Anchor
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Pact Lich Token, Portrait, Chatbot, Terrain, Fear Hooks, Hunt Generator, and D&D 5e Resources
Pact Lich 5e reference: CR 16 undead, AC 18, HP 247 (33d8 + 99), PDF sheet, token, portrait, terrain, fear hooks, and hunt tools for Dungeon, Ruins,… 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 Pact Lich into a focused hunt.
Using Pact Lich in play
Pact Lich can be used in Dungeon, Ruins, Extraplanar when you want a CR 16 undead that helps shape combat pressure, exploration tension, or narrative danger.
Pact Lich is especially strong as a centerpiece threat, boss fight, regional terror, or memorable capstone encounter.
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 Pact Lich 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 Dungeon, Ruins, Extraplanar.
- Works as a CR 16 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 Pact Lich 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.
Pact Lich 5e quick FAQ
What CR is Pact Lich in D&D 5e?
Pact Lich is listed in Monster Almanac as a CR 16 undead.
What type of monster is Pact Lich?
Pact Lich is listed as a undead.
Does Pact Lich 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 Pact Lich?
Yes. This page links to Pact Lich token, portrait, chatbot, terrain, fear hook, and monster hunt tools for fast D&D prep.
Continue building the scene
After choosing Pact Lich, the next step is usually to connect the monster with a place, an encounter shape, a supporting cast, or a character who fears it. Use the tools below to keep building without leaving the Monster Almanac workflow.