How to Do Combat Against Mounted Enemies in 5E

How to Do Combat Against Mounted Enemies in 5E

Hey there, buddy! So, you’re all set to jump into the wild world of D&D 5E and guess what? You just found out that your party’s facing mounted enemies. Ugh, right? That’s like bringing a spoon to a knife fight. But fear not! I’m here to give you the ultimate guide on how NOT to be squished under a horse’s hoof or have your face smacked by some knight in shining armor!

Let’s dive into this crazy adventure of combat against those fancy horse dudes. I promise it’ll be funny and helpful (mostly funny). Grab some popcorn or whatever snacks you got, let’s go!

Step 1: Know Your Enemy

First things first, always know who you’re fighting against. Are they knights? Horse bandits? Or maybe a giant pizza delivery guy riding a unicorn because he lost his way? Whatever it is, look at their stats. Horses are super fast and strong but they’re not very good at texting or social skills. So, aim for that.

But if you see a dragon riding on a horse… run away screaming like a toddler who dropped their ice cream cone.

Step 2: Get Off Your High Horse

If you’re also on a horse… jump off! Seriously! It might feel cool to ride around like some epic hero from movies but horses are big targets too. Plus, if that mounted enemy comes charging at you like they’re auditioning for an action movie, you’ll wanna be free to dodge and weave like you’re in a dance-off.

And don’t forget—ground combat is where the real magic happens… kinda like when the cat knocks over the lamp.

Step 3: Use Ranged Attacks

This part’s super important! When facing those mounted enemies, ranged attacks are your besties. Ya know—become that archer from all those fairy tales who hits with arrows better than I hit my grades in school. If you’ve got spells or bows, use em! Just imagine annoying them so much that they end up shouting “Get off my lawn!” instead of trying to chop off your head.

Aim for their rider too! I mean no one wants to fall off a horse while getting shot at with arrows and fireballs.

Step 4: Aim for the Legs

So here’s a fun trick… aim for the horse’s legs! It’s all about strategy here folks. If you knock down that poor beastie (sorry horses), it’s like taking out half of their power-ups. You’ll probably hear someone yell “Dismount!” which sounds super cool but just means they have to get up after falling down.

But seriously be careful; it might cause some angry neighs!

Step 5: Call For Backup

Don’t forget about your friends (and pets)! If you’ve got your buddies hanging back acting like they’re playing hide-and-seek while you do all the hard work… call them out! Team up and let them help distract these mounted foes while you sneak attack or throw glitter bombs or whatever silly idea ya can think of!

The power of friendship is as strong as dragon breath… without risking burn scars though.

Step 6: Ride The Wave (Not A Horse)

If YOU happen to be on horseback, don’t panic when combat starts. Just remember this simple rule: avoid being a target while looking majestic out there! Use maneuverability to dodge blows while still making “cool” poses — like holding out your sword in one hand while pretending there’s dramatic music playing behind you.

And yeah don’t actually ride directly towards danger… unless it’s for an Instagram pic which we all know is totally worth it!

Step 7: Have Fun With It

Combat should be fun! Make sure you’re having fun with it because there’s nothing worse than flipping through boring stat sheets without laughing at least once every other minute. Make jokes about flying horses or why did the knight cross the road? To get his armor fixed after hitting that tree!

Remember: if you’re not having fun then what’s even happening!?

FAQ Section

Question: What if my enemy has really strong armor?

Answer: Then aim for weak spots dude! Look for gaps near the joints or shout “Hey look over there!” and hope they turn around long enough for you to stab them in the back!

Question: Can I pet the enemy’s horse instead of fighting?

Answer: Only if you’ve got some serious charm rolls and want more than just bites when doing so!

Question: Are mounted enemies really THAT scary?

Answer: Kinda… but mostly their riders can be more frightening especially if they tell dad jokes right before attacking!

Question: What happens if I accidentally hit my ally instead?

Answer: Oopsies happen!! Just act like it was part of your master plan—you know.. “Team bonding experience!”

Question: Is there any spell that works best against mounts?

Answer: Yup! Spells like Entangle will slow em down—but also keep an eye out; you don’t want them getting tangled up with YOU too!

Question: How do I convince my DM not to make every combat involve horses?

Answer: You could try bribing them with cookies or offer compliments about their amazing storytelling skills—everyone loves cookies!!

Question: Is it weird I’m scared of horses even tho they’re NOT dinosaurs?

Answer: Nope not weird at all man!! Horses can look HUGE when charging ! Imagine a dinosaur though—that’d be next-level nightmare material right there!!

There ya go friend—your ultimate guide on how not to become breakfast for mounted enemies in D&D 5E! Good luck battling those hooves and may your rolls always land crit hits…or at least something close enough so we can laugh about it later!