Mounted Combat

Mounted Combat

• To be mounted, a creature must by at least one size class bigger
• Attacks can target either the mount or the character
• Mounting or dismounting costs half your movement
• Falling off
  • Checks to remain mounted are a DC 10 Dexterity saving throw
  • This can be triggered by
    • The rider being knocked prone
    • The mount being forced to move
  • Make checks at advantage if using a suitable saddle
• Initiative
  • For a controlled mount, its initiative matches yours when you mount it
  • For an independent mount, it retains its place in initiative
• Attacks of Opportunity
  • When the mount provokes an attack of opportunity, the attack can target either the mount, or you
• Controlled mounts
  • E.g. horses
  • Can only Dash, Disengage, or Dodge
  • Can move and act on the turn they're mounted

Player's Handbook, page 155, Player's Handbook, page 198