What It Is

Crawling is low movement often used while prone or in cramped spaces.

This page is a compact play reference. If a spell, feature, monster, item, or DM ruling gives a more specific instruction, use that specific instruction.

How To Use It

Spend movement to crawl when standing movement is impossible or when prone.

Limits And Rolls

  • Without a special rule, crawling costs extra movement.
  • Being prone still affects attack rolls until you stand up.
  • Crawling normally requires no roll.
  • You only roll when the rule, DM, spell, item, or feature asks for a roll.

FAQ

What is Crawling in D&D?

Crawling is a rules reference that explains one part of character creation, exploration, combat, or spellcasting.

Read more: Crawling A stylized movement icon representing crawling. D&D Portal - Crawling Movement rule Crawling is a movement rule used during exploration, encounters, and combat. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/movement/crawling/

How does Crawling work?

The Crawling page explains the rule, its requirements, and the result during play.

Read more: Crawling A stylized movement icon representing crawling. D&D Portal - Crawling Movement rule Crawling is a movement rule used during exploration, encounters, and combat. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/movement/crawling/

How do you use Crawling during play?

Use the Crawling rules when the situation described on the page occurs during a game.

Read more: Crawling A stylized movement icon representing crawling. D&D Portal - Crawling Movement rule Crawling is a movement rule used during exploration, encounters, and combat. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/movement/crawling/