Underwater Combat

Underwater Combat

• Melee weapon attacks
  • Only effect if you don't have a swimming speed
  • Disadvantage on the attack unless using a dagger, javelin, shortsword, spear or trident
• Ranged weapon attacks
  • Automatically miss beyond normal range
  • Disadvantage unless the weapon is a crossbow, net, or thrown weapon
• Creatures have resistance to fire while under water
• Creatures without water breathing have to hold their breath

Player's Handbook, page 198