Statistics
| Creature type | Large dragon, unaligned |
|---|---|
| Armor Class | 18 (natural armor) |
| Hit Points | 120 (16d10 + 32) |
| Speed | 40 ft., climb 40 ft., fly 80 ft. |
| Ability Scores | STR 21 (+5), DEX 10 (+0), CON 17 (+3), INT 6 (-2), WIS 13 (+1), CHA 10 (+0) |
| Saves and Skills | Dexterity +3, Constitution +6, Wisdom +4, Perception +7, Stealth +3 |
| Senses | blindsight 30 ft., darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 17 |
| Languages | understands Draconic but cannot speak |
| Challenge | 6 (2,300 XP) |
Traits
Fire Resistance. The drake has resistance to fire. Ash Camouflage. Advantage on Stealth in smoke, basalt, or airborne ash.
Actions
Multiattack. One bite and two claws. Bite: +8 to hit, 15 (2d10 + 5) piercing plus 3 (1d6) fire. Claw: +8 to hit, 12 (2d6 + 5) slashing. Glassfire Breath (Recharge 5–6). 30-foot by 5-foot line, DC 16 Dexterity save, 49 (11d8) fire damage, half on success.
Tactics and Roleplaying
It attacks bait braziers, draft animals, and wagons before heroes. It retreats at 40 hit points or when both bait braziers are destroyed, turning the scene into a rescue instead of a required kill.