CR 8 – Dragon – Meta Wyrm
Tier 2 play
**Monster Name:** Meta Wyrm
**Size, Type, Alignment:** Large Dragon, Chaotic Neutral
**Core Stats:** Armor Class (AC) 15, Hit Points (HP) 120, Speed 40 ft., fly 60 ft.
**Ability Scores:**
Strength 20 (+5),
Dexterity 14 (+2),
Constitution 18 (+4),
Intelligence 16 (+3),
Wisdom 12 (+1),
Charisma 22 (+6)
**Proficiencies:** Saving Throws: Dex +6, Con +8, Wis +5, Cha +10
Skills: Persuasion +10, Insight +5, Stealth +6
Damage Resistances: Fire, Lightning
Damage Immunities: Poison
Condition Immunities: Charmed, Frightened
**Senses:** Darkvision 60 ft., Blindsight 10 ft., Passive Perception 15
**Languages:** Common, Draconic, Telepathy 120 ft.
**Challenge Rating (CR):** 8
**Special Abilities:**
– **Meta Influence:** Once per day, the Meta Wyrm can charm a creature within 60 feet. The target must succeed on a DC 18 Wisdom saving throw or be charmed for 1 minute.
– **Adaptive Camouflage:** The Meta Wyrm can blend into its surroundings, gaining advantage on Stealth checks when in natural environments.
**Actions:**
– **Multiattack:** The Meta Wyrm makes three attacks: one with its bite and two with its claws.
– **Bite:** +10 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 2d10 + 5 piercing damage.
– **Claw:** +10 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 2d6 + 5 slashing damage.
– **Breath Weapon (Recharge 5-6):** The Meta Wyrm exhales a 30-foot cone of fire. Each creature in that area must make a DC 18 Dexterity saving throw, taking 6d6 fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
**Description:** The Meta Wyrm is a cunning dragon that thrives on manipulation and influence. With shimmering scales that shift colors to match its surroundings, it embodies the essence of adaptability. Originating from a realm where power dynamics shift like the wind, this dragon employs charm and deception to control its foes. In battle, it prefers to outmaneuver opponents, using its breath weapon to sow chaos while charming key figures to turn the tide in its favor. The Meta Wyrm is known for its playful yet dangerous demeanor, often toying with its prey before delivering the final blow.