- A paralyzed creature is [[Incapacitated]] and can’t move or speak. - The creature automatically fails [Strength](https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/Rules:Ability%20Scores?expansion=34047#toc_12) and [Dexterity](https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/Rules:Ability%20Scores?expansion=34047#toc_17) [saving throws](https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/Rules:Ability%20Scores?expansion=34047#toc_35). - [Attack rolls](https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/Rules:Combat?expansion=34047#toc_32) against the creature have [advantage](https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/Rules:Ability%20Scores?expansion=34047#toc_2). - Any [attack](https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/Rules:Combat?expansion=34047#toc_21) that hits the creature is a [critical hit](https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/Rules:Combat?expansion=34047#toc_49) if the attacker is within 5 feet of the creature.