Dungeons & Dragons Giant Spider Miniature

This is a highly detailed miniature of a Giant Spider.

This model was created by M3DM who makes amazingly accurate models of Dungeons & Dragons creatures and is provided by Commercial License.

A Giant Spider in Dungeons & Dragons is a large, deadly arachnid known for its ambush tactics, venomous bite, and web-spinning abilities. Typically categorized as a medium to low-level monster, it poses a significant threat due to its stealth, climbing skills, and ability to restrain prey. With an average challenge rating of 1, the Giant Spider is commonly found in dark forests, caves, and dungeons, where it patiently lurks for unsuspecting creatures.

In combat, a Giant Spider uses its natural camouflage and exceptional stealth to surprise its prey. It can climb walls and ceilings effortlessly thanks to its Spider Climb ability, making it a dangerous opponent in tight spaces. Its primary attack is a bite that deals both piercing damage and poison damage, forcing victims to make a Constitution saving throw to avoid additional harm. Those who fail risk being weakened or even dying from the venom.

The creature’s Web ability allows it to shoot sticky strands to restrain targets, giving it a tactical advantage by immobilizing enemies from a distance before closing in for the kill. Adventurers caught in webs must struggle to break free, often leaving them vulnerable to follow-up attacks.

While Giant Spiders are usually solitary hunters, they sometimes form colonies in deep caves or ancient ruins, where they create massive web-laden lairs filled with the remains of their victims. Some dark forces, such as drow or druids attuned to nature’s more sinister aspects, may even tame and ride them into battle.

Encounters with Giant Spiders test a party’s ability to deal with ambushes, difficult terrain, and status effects like poison and restraint. Their presence in a dungeon often signals the need for caution, fire-based attacks to burn webs, and careful positioning to avoid being ensnared in their deadly traps.