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Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
Lightning Strikes When the characters enter the storm zone around the Wayside Inn, they must contend with the weather, which becomes an enemy more deadly than most they have faced. As the party
DC 15 Intelligence (Religion) check, they are not hit by any of the strikes. For each strike, a character must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or take 10 (3d6) lightning damage, or no
Monsters
Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
"} (stone giant), lightning;{"diceNotation":"2d6", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Giant's Strikes (Lightning)", "rollDamageType":"lightning"} (storm giant), piercing;{"diceNotation":"2d6", "rollType
they live alongside, so goliath giant-kin dwelling near frost giants boast of their might, while those dwelling with stone giants cherish artistry.ColdGiant’s Strikes (Recharge 5–6
Spells
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
You create a lash of lightning energy that strikes at one creature of your choice that you can see within 15 feet of you. The target must succeed on a Strength saving throw or be pulled up to 10 feet
in a straight line toward you and then take 1d8 lightning damage if it is within 5 feet of you.
This spell’s damage increases by 1d8 when you reach 5th level (2d8), 11th level (3d8), and 17th level (4d8).
Monsters
Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
bakunawa flies or swims up to half its speed. This movement doesn’t provoke opportunity attack;opportunity attacks.
Slam. The bakunawa makes one Storm Slam attack.
Lightning Strikes (Costs 3
":"4d10","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Lightning Strikes","rollDamageType":"lightning"} lightning damage.Worshiped as draconic avatars of storm and tide, bakunawa soar over the archipelagos they
Monsters
Locathah Rising
is thrown up to 40 feet in a random direction and knocked prone. If a thrown target strikes a solid surface, the target takes 3 (1d6);{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Fling
same damage and be knocked prone.
Lightning Strike. The kraken magically create a bolt of lightning, which can strike a target the kraken can see within 90 feet of it. The target must make a DC 18
Kuo-toa Monitor
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Monster Manual (2014)
disadvantage on attack rolls, as well as on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight.Multiattack. The kuo-toa makes one bite attack and two unarmed strikes.
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +6
","rollDamageType":"lightning"} lightning damage, and the target can’t take reactions until the end of the kuo-toa’s next turn.
Monsters
Tales from the Yawning Portal
object held or creature grappled by the kraken's tentacles is thrown up to 60 feet in a random direction and knocked prone. If a thrown target strikes a solid surface, the target takes 3 (1d6
succeed on a DC 16 Dexterity saving throw or take the same damage and be knocked prone.
Lightning Storm. The kraken creates three bolts of lightning, each of which can strike a target the kraken can
Monsters
Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
lightning strikes and searing lashes of flame meet the professors’ foes head on.
Professors who embrace the Prismari philosophy of expression focus on magic becoming art in the moment. Whether to
., one target. Hit: 13 (2d8 + 4);{"diceNotation":"2d8+4", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Cinder Strike", "rollDamageType":"fire"} fire damage.
Lightning Flourish (Recharge 6);{"diceNotation":"1d6
magic-items
Resistance to Lightning and Thunder damage.
Trick Weapon. As a Bonus Action, you can switch between the Transformed and Untransformed states of this weapon. In its Untransformed state, the claw is a
;Unarmed Strikes to 1d8, the damage type to Slashing, and you can use your Dexterity or Strength modifier for the attack rolls and damage rolls made with it. Further, you gain a +1 bonus to attack rolls
magic-items
Resistance to Lightning and Thunder damage.
Trick Weapon. As a Bonus Action, you can switch between the Transformed and Untransformed states of this weapon. In its Untransformed state, the claw is a
monstrous claw.
Untransformed. The bestial hide invigorates you, giving you the lightning fast reflexes of the galvanized prowler slaughtered to make this gauntlet; you have Advantage on Initiative
Monsters
Storm King's Thunder
direction and knocked prone. If a thrown target strikes a solid surface, the target takes 3 (1d6);{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Fling","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning
.
Lightning Storm. The kraken magically creates three bolts of lightning, each of which can strike a target the kraken can see within 120 feet of it. A target must make a DC 23 Dexterity saving throw
Magic Items
Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
these gauntlets, your unarmed strike deals an additional 1d6 force damage on a hit. Additionally, whenever you finish a long rest, choose one of the following damage types: acid, cold, fire, lightning
.
The fists last for 1 minute or until you are incapacitated. While the spectral fists are active, unarmed strikes you make on your turn have a reach of 30 feet, and when you hit a creature with an
Empyrean
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Monster Manual (2014)
","rollDamageType":"force"}, lightning;{"diceNotation":"7d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Bolt","rollDamageType":"lightning"}, radiant;{"diceNotation":"7d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Bolt
gain advantage on ability checks and saving throws until the end of the empyrean’s next turn.
Trembling Strike (Costs 2 Actions). The empyrean strikes the ground with its maul, triggering an
Kraken
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or smaller object held or creature grappled by the kraken is thrown up to 60 feet in a random direction and knocked prone. If a thrown target strikes a solid surface, the target takes 3 (1d6
must succeed on a DC 18 Dexterity saving throw or take the same damage and be knocked prone.
Lightning Storm. The kraken magically creates three bolts of lightning, each of which can strike a target
Monsters
Ghosts of Saltmarsh
creature grappled by the kraken is thrown up to 40 feet in a random direction and knocked prone. If a thrown target strikes a solid surface, the target takes 3 (1d6);{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType
Dexterity saving throw or take the same damage and be knocked prone.
Lightning Strike. The kraken magically create a bolt of lightning, which can strike a target the kraken can see within 90 feet of it
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
":"Shocking Grasp","rollDamageType":"lightning"} lightning damage, and the target can't take reactions until the start of its next turn.
Acid Splash (Cantrip). The simulacrum hurls a bubble of acid at one
unerringly strikes one creature the simulacrum can see within 120 feet of it, dealing 3 (1d4 + 1);{"diceNotation":"1d4+1","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Magic Missile","rollDamageType":"force
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
has advantage if the target is wearing armor made of metal). Hit: 9 (2d8);{"diceNotation":"2d8","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Shocking Grasp","rollDamageType":"lightning"} lightning damage, and the
"} acid damage.
Magic Missile (1st-Level Spell; Requires a Spell Slot). Dzaan creates three darts of magical force. Each dart unerringly strikes one creature Dzaan can see within 120 feet of it, dealing
Githzerai Anarch
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Mordenkainen’s Tome of Foes
modifier.Multiattack. The anarch makes three unarmed strikes.
Unarmed Strike. Melee Weapon Attack: +10;{"diceNotation":"1d20+10","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Unarmed Strike"} to hit, reach 5 ft
action to cause one of the following effects; the anarch can’t use the same effect two rounds in a row:
The anarch casts the lightning bolt spell (at 5th level), but the anarch can change the
Monsters
Quests from the Infinite Staircase
, and the target must succeed on a DC 21 Strength saving throw or have the prone condition.
Lightning Strike. A bolt of lightning strikes a point Nafas can see within 120 feet of him. Each creature
", "rollAction":"Storm Shamshir", "rollDamageType":"slashing"} slashing damage plus 14 (4d6);{"diceNotation":"4d6", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Storm Shamshir (Lightning)", "rollDamageType":"lightning
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
check and succeeding.
Paralysis. The target takes 22 (4d10);{"diceNotation":"4d10", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Brass Crossbow: Paralysis", "rollDamageType":"lightning"} lightning damage and
often unaware of being hunted until the orthon strikes. This invisibility can be disrupted when the devil is attacked, however, so a strong counterattack is often the best defense against it.
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Magic Items
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
servant explodes. Every creature in a 100-foot-radius sphere centered on the servant must make a DC 25 Dexterity saving throw. On a failed save, a creature takes 87 (25d6) force damage, 87 (25d6) lightning
destroyed in two ways. After it has self-destructed, its disconnected pieces can be melted down in one of the forge-temples of its ancient Olman creators. Alternatively, if the servant strikes the
Graz'zt
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Out of the Abyss
Dark Prince is a warning that not all beautiful things are good. Standing nearly nine feet tall, Graz’zt strikes the perfect figure of untamed desire, every plane and curve of his body, every
bring me happiness should be enjoyed immediately. There is no point to saving anything pleasurable for later.”
Poison; Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from Nonmagical AttacksCold, Fire, Lightning
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sage Advice & Errata
Lightning Lure (p. 143) This spell’s range has been changed to “Self (15-foot radius).” Additionally, the first sentence now reads, “You create a lash of lightning energy that strikes at one creature of your choice that you can see within 15 feet of you.”
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
, wrought-iron lightning rod reaches toward the sky. During a thunderstorm, lightning strikes the rod at random intervals as determined by the DM, and is channeled through the roof to the altar in area T4. A
T8. Rooftop and Lightning Rod From this vantage point, the characters can see the shattered masts of the five shipwrecks west of the lighthouse (areas T10 to T14). Enclosing the rooftop is a 1-foot
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
Lightning Lure Evocation cantrip Casting Time: 1 action Range: Self (15-foot radius) Components: V Duration: Instantaneous You create a lash of lightning energy that strikes at one creature of your
choice that you can see within 15 feet of you. The target must succeed on a Strength saving throw or be pulled up to 10 feet in a straight line toward you and then take 1d8 lightning damage if it is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
, lightning strikes, or bursts of wind that hit like fists and capsized ships. A few survivors of these events found themselves blessed or cursed with innate magic — storm sorcerers able to bend
lightning, thunder, and wind to their will. Most of these new mages appeared near the Inner Sea, but clouds from the Great Rain sometimes traveled much farther away. Although not all storm sorcerers gained
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Y1. Trail The trail through the thick woods leads to a hill covered with dead grass and cairns of black rock. Dark, ominous clouds gather high above, and a single bolt of lightning strikes the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
. When interacting with mortals, Keranos sometimes appears in the form of a great horned owl with lightning strikes flashing in its eyes.
Keranos God of Storms Keranos is the god of storms and wisdom. Merciless and impatient, Keranos is equally likely to strike out at mortals with a bolt of inspiration or a blast of lightning. To
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
wishes to share. While repeat lightning strikes would normally cause considerable damage, strikes that convey the god’s will often leave a scorch in the shape of Keranos’s symbol or no mark at all.
celebration. A similar festival in Meletis, called the Lightning Festival, gives its name (Astrapion) to the third month of the year. On the last day of every month, Keranos’s priests and laity bring
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
Final Scene If the characters vanquish the corrupted avatar of Lurue or are in danger of being vanquished themselves, read: A jagged stroke of white lightning originates from the moon and strikes the
cleansed of corruption, in the pool.
The lightning bolt from the moon either destroys the corrupted avatar to spare the adventurers from a likely tragic ending, or revives and purifies the slain avatar
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
rudimentary cunning. Such conditions include strikes from magical lightning, nature defending itself, or druidic curses. Roll on or choose a result from the Shambling Mound Cultivation table to inspire a
5 −3 −3
Skills Stealth +3
Resistances Cold, Fire
Immunities Lightning; Deafened, Exhaustion
Senses Blindsight 60 ft.; Passive Perception 10
Languages None
CR 5 (XP 1,800; PB +3
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
lightning strikes 8 A giant-sized dulcimer inlaid with mother-of-pearl, worth 100 gp 9 A large bronze gong worth 50 gp 10 A gold toad pendant with carnelian eyes, worth 90 gp 11 A star rose quartz orb worth 120 gp 12 Three giant-sized sticks of incense, worth 75 gp each
lightning as a harbinger of good fortune and collect talismans made from objects struck by lightning or items that resemble lightning bolts. Storm Giant Bag Contents 210 (6d6 × 10) sp 105 (3d6 × 10) ep
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
character recognizes the phenomenon as a sign of lightning strikes—or the lightning breath of a blue or bronze dragon. Assuming the characters continue toward the observatory, they soon arrive at area D1, described below.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
world, he is thought to hurl them down from the sky as lightning strikes. Although Talos is a popular deity, his name is invoked more often out of fear than out of reverence. He does have priests
staffs to raise destructive winds, cause terrible storms, and split the land in acts of rage. The three lightning bolts of his holy symbol represent these staffs, and when he vents his wrath on the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Tempest Domain Gods whose portfolios include the Tempest domain — including Talos, Umberlee, Kord, Zeboim, the Devourer, Zeus, and Thor — govern storms, sea, and sky. They include gods of lightning
fog cloud, thunderwave 3rd gust of wind, shatter 5th call lightning, sleet storm 7th control water, ice storm 9th destructive wave, insect plague Bonus Proficiencies At 1st level, you gain proficiency