Ethereal Jaunt. As a bonus action, the Ethereal Monkey can shift from the Material Plane to the Ethereal Plane, or vice versa. It can remain in the Ethereal Plane for up to 1 minute and can return to the Material Plane as a bonus action.
Magic Resistance. The Ethereal Monkey has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects.
Keen Smell. The Ethereal Monkey has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.
Multiattack. The Ethereal Monkey makes two attacks: one with its Bite and one with its Claw.
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Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (2d6 + 3) piercing damage.
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Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 8 (1d10 + 5) slashing damage.
Spellcasting. The Ethereal Monkey is a 6th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Intelligence (spell save DC 13, +5 to hit with spell attacks). It has the following spells prepared:
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Cantrips (at will): Mage Hand, Minor Illusion, Prestidigitation
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1st level (4 slots): Shield, Mage Armor, Disguise Self
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2nd level (3 slots): Mirror Image, Misty Step, Hold Person
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3rd level (3 slots): Counterspell, Fear, Blink
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Ethereal Escape. When the Ethereal Monkey is hit by an attack, it can use its reaction to teleport to the Ethereal Plane. It must return on its next turn, appearing in a space it can see within 30 feet of its previous location.
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Description
The Ethereal Monkey is a small, agile creature that embodies the playful and mischievous spirit of the fey. With a lithe, sinewy body covered in a soft, shimmering fur that seems to flicker between hues of green and blue, it blends seamlessly into the lush canopies of its forest home. Its large, expressive eyes, filled with curiosity and intelligence, can pierce through the thickest foliage, reflecting a faint luminescence reminiscent of starlight.
This creature's long limbs end in dexterous fingers, allowing it to grasp and manipulate objects with surprising precision. Its claws are sharp yet retractable, making it equally adept at climbing trees and engaging in melee combat. The Ethereal Monkey has a playful demeanor, often swinging from branches or darting through the air, displaying acrobatic prowess that leaves observers in awe.
One of its most striking features is its ethereal aura, which creates an almost otherworldly presence. When it shifts between planes, a soft glow envelops its form, and it disappears in a swirl of silvery mist, leaving behind a faint scent of wildflowers. Despite its mischievous nature, the Ethereal Monkey possesses a sharp intellect, often using trickery and illusion to outsmart foes. It can communicate through gestures and expressions, often conveying its emotions and intentions without the need for words.
In combat, the Ethereal Monkey is unpredictable and elusive. It utilizes its ability to shift between the Material and Ethereal Planes to evade attacks and reposition itself strategically. While it enjoys toying with its opponents, it is fiercely protective of its territory and will defend itself with a combination of sharp bites and slashing claws, augmented by a limited repertoire of magical spells.
Overall, the Ethereal Monkey is a whimsical yet formidable creature, embodying the chaotic nature of the fey and the cunning of a seasoned trickster.
Lair and Lair Actions
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Lair Actions
On initiative count # (losing initiative ties), the [monster name] takes a lair action to cause one of the following effects; the [monster name] can’t use the same effect two rounds in a row:
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Regional Effects
The region containing a legendary [monster name]’s lair is [enter the effect description], which creates one or more of the following effects:
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If the [monster name] dies, these effects fade over the course of #d# days.
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