Young Blue Dragon

Monster Manual (2025) p. 48

Size
Large
Type
dragon (chromatic)
Alignment
lawful evil
AC
18
Initiative
4
Hit Points
152 (16d10+64)
Speed
walk 40 ft., fly 80 ft., burrow 20 ft.
Saving Throws
Wis +5, Dex +4
Skills
Stealth +4, Perception +9
Immunities
lightning
Senses
blindsight 30 ft., darkvision 120 ft.
Passive Perception
19
Languages
Common, Draconic
Challenge
9
Lineage
Blue Dragon
Environment
coastal, desert
STR
21
+5
DEX
10
+0
CON
19
+4
INT
14
+2
WIS
13
+1
CHA
17
+3

Traits

Proficiency Bonus

+4

Treasure

Relics: The monster's treasure hoard features magic items with the noted theme. The Dungeon Master's Guide details treasure hoards appropriate for each theme.

Actions

Multiattack

The dragon makes three Rend attacks.

Rend

Melee Attack Roll: +9, reach 10 ft. Hit: 12 (2d6 + 5) Slashing damage plus 5 (1d10) Lightning damage.

Lightning Breath (Recharge 5-6)

Dexterity Saving Throw: DC 16, each creature in a 60-foot-long, 5-foot-wide Line. Failure: 55 (10d10) Lightning damage. Success: Half damage.

recharge

D5

Other data

description

Arrogant and imperious, blue dragons are chromatic dragons that crave control and collect followers like other dragons hoard treasure. They seek to transform their territories into empires, domains to be feared by nations. Blue dragons have sharp features with piercing horns and scales that range from sapphire to the shades of stormy skies. They dwell in deserts and badlands, particularly regions with dramatic spires from whose tops they might see for miles. They seek lairs near sites of symbolic power, such as the abandoned fortresses of giants, the colossi of fallen empires, or monuments raised by their followers. Regalia of rulership and artistic masterpieces fill blue dragons' hoards. These dragons have no interest in treasures that are common or flawed, preferring one-of-a-kind gemstones, the crowns of fallen royals, and magic items capable of spreading the dragons' influence.

Young blue dragons seek to establish themselves as forces to be feared. Many claim isolated communities to rule over or ancient ruins where they might find magical paths to power. These blue dragons might temporarily cooperate with other dragons or powerful villains to gain followers and influence.