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Shapechange Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

, and you must have seen the sort of creature at least once. You transform into an average example of that creature, one without any class levels or the Spellcasting trait. Your game statistics are

had before you transformed. If you revert as a result of dropping to 0 hit points, any excess damage carries over to your normal form. As long as the excess damage doesn't reduce your normal form to 0

Handling Mobs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

forgoing attack rolls in favor of approximating the average number of hits a large group of monsters can inflict on a target. Instead of rolling an attack roll, determine the minimum d20 roll a creature

needs in order to hit a target by subtracting its attack bonus from the target’s AC. You’ll need to refer to the result throughout the battle, so it’s best to write it down. Look up the minimum d20 roll

Demilich (Variant) Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

Nature. A demilich doesn’t require air, food, drink, or sleep. So great is a demilich’s will to survive that it always has the maximum number of hit points for its Hit Dice, instead of average

Action"}. On a result of 11 or higher, the demilich takes a lair action to cause one of the following effects. It can’t use the same effect two rounds in a row. The tomb trembles violently for

Creating a Spell

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

table, provided that the average result is about the same. Doing so can add a little variety to the spell. For example, you could change a cantrip’s damage from 1d10 (average 5.5) to 2d4 (average 5

), reducing the maximum damage and making an average result more likely. Spell Damage Spell Level One Target Multiple Targets Cantrip 1d10 1d6 1st 2d10 2d6 2nd 3d10 4d6 3rd 5d10 6d6 4th 6d10 7d6 5th 8d10 8d6 6th 10d10 11d6 7th 11d10 12d6 8th 12d10 13d6 9th 15d10 14d6

Spell Damage

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

average result more likely. Spell Damage Spell Level One Target Multiple Targets Cantrip 1d10 1d6 1 2d10 2d6 2 3d10 3d6 3 5d10 6d6 4 6d10 7d6 5 7d10 8d6 6 10d10 11d6 7 11d10 12d6 8 12d10 13d6 9 15d10 16d6

the ones in the table if the average damage is about the same. For example, you could change a cantrip’s damage from 1d10 (average 5.5) to 2d4 (average 5), reducing the maximum damage and making an

Hit Points

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

affects the number of hit points it has. Its Constitution modifier is multiplied by the number of Hit Dice it possesses, and the result is added to its hit points. For example, if a monster has a Constitution of 12 (+1 modifier) and 2d8 Hit Dice, it has 2d8 + 2 hit points (average 11).

as an average number. For example, a monster with 2d8 hit points has 9 hit points on average (2 × 4½). A monster’s size determines the die used to calculate its hit points, as shown in the Hit Dice by

Saving Throws

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

Saving Throws A saving throw—also called a save—represents an attempt to evade or resist a threat, such as a fiery explosion, a blast of poisonous gas, or a spell trying to invade your mind. You

don’t normally choose to make a save; you must make one because your character or a monster (if you’re the DM) is at risk. A save’s result is detailed in the effect that caused it. If you don’t want to

Actions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle

common actions that a creature takes in combat are melee and ranged attacks. See Making an Attack in the Basic Rules for how attacks work. Any damage or other effects that occur as a result of an

attack hitting a target are described here. As the DM, you can use the average damage or roll the damage; for this reason, both the average damage and the die expression are presented. For example, if a

Hit Points

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

calculate its Hit Points, as shown in the Hit Dice by Size table. Hit Dice by Size Monster Size Hit Die Average HP per Die Tiny d4 2½ Small d6 3½ Medium d8 4½ Large d10 5½ Huge d12 6½ Gargantuan d20

10½ A monster’s Constitution modifier is multiplied by the number of Hit Dice it possesses, and the result is added to its Hit Points. For example, if a monster has a Constitution of 12 (+1 modifier

Hit Points

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

calculate its Hit Points, as shown in the Hit Dice by Size table. Hit Dice by Size Monster Size Hit Die Average HP per Die Tiny d4 2½ Small d6 3½ Medium d8 4½ Large d10 5½ Huge d12 6½ Gargantuan d20

10½ A monster’s Constitution modifier is multiplied by the number of Hit Dice it possesses, and the result is added to its Hit Points. For example, if a monster has a Constitution of 12 (+1 modifier

Actions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

natural weapon, such as a claw. Hit. Any damage or other effects that occur as a result of an attack hitting a target are described here. As the DM, you have the option of taking average damage or

rolling the damage; for this reason, both the average damage and the die expression are presented. For example, a monster might deal 4 (1d8) slashing damage with its longsword. That notation means you can have the monster deal 4 damage or you can roll 1d8 to determine the damage.

Saving Throws

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

Saving Throws A saving throw—also called a save—represents an attempt to evade or resist a threat, such as a fiery explosion, a blast of poisonous gas, or a spell trying to invade your mind. You

don’t normally choose to make a save; you must make one because your character or a monster (if you’re the DM) is at risk. A save’s result is detailed in the effect that caused it. If you don’t want to

Actions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak

natural weapon, such as a claw. Hit. Any damage or other effects that occur as a result of an attack hitting a target are described here. As the DM, you can take average damage or roll the damage; for

this reason, both the average damage and the die expression are presented. For example, a monster might deal 4 (1d8) slashing damage with its longsword. That notation means you can have the monster deal 4 damage, or you can roll 1d8 to determine the damage.

Saving Throws Legacy

Rules

A saving throw — also called a save — represents an attempt to resist a spell, a trap, a poison, a disease, or a similar threat. You don’t normally decide to make a saving throw

. For example, the DC for a saving throw allowed by a spell is determined by the caster’s spellcasting ability and proficiency bonus. The result of a successful or failed saving throw is also

Hit Points

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

. Its Constitution modifier is multiplied by the number of Hit Dice it possesses, and the result is added to its hit points. For example, if a monster has a Constitution of 12 (+1 modifier) and 2d8 Hit Dice, it has 2d8 + 2 hit points (average 11).

Hit Points A monster usually dies or is destroyed when it drops to 0 hit points. A monster's hit points are presented both as a die expression and as an average number. For example, a monster with

Saving Throw

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

Saving Throw A saving throw—also called a save—represents an attempt to avoid or resist a threat. You normally make a saving throw only when a rule requires you to do so, but you can decide to fail

the save without rolling. The result of a save is detailed in the effect that allowed it. If a target is forced to make a save and lacks the ability score used by it, the target automatically fails. See also chapter 1 (“D20 Tests”).

Saving Throw

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

Saving Throw A saving throw—also called a save—represents an attempt to avoid or resist a threat. You normally make a saving throw only when a rule requires you to do so, but you can decide to fail

the save without rolling. The result of a save is detailed in the effect that allowed it. If a target is forced to make a save and lacks the ability score used by it, the target automatically fails. See also “Playing the Game” (“D20 Tests”).

Average Results

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

Average Results Whenever you would otherwise make a number of D20 Tests for identical monsters, the Mob Results table can help you determine the number of successful D20 Tests the monsters get

bonus Step 2. Find the roll needed on the Mob Results table. If all the monsters have Advantage on the roll (for example, if they’re attacking and have the Pack Tactics trait, or if they’re making a

Senses Legacy

Rules

Passive ChecksA passive check is a special kind of ability check that doesn't involve any die rolls. Such a check can represent the average result for a task done repeatedly, such as searching for

Simic Scientist

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

alterations in yourself or others, the result often displays the characteristics of fish, amphibians, or other water-dwelling creatures. Blue-green eddies of magical energy sometimes accompany your

adaptations of life. 7 I can’t resist prying into anything forbidden, since it must be terribly interesting. 8 I employ a highly technical vocabulary to avoid imprecision and ambiguity

Actions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

occur as a result of an attack hitting a target are described after the “Hit” notation. You have the option of taking average damage or rolling the damage; for this reason, both the average damage and

Passive Checks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

Passive Checks A passive check is a special kind of ability check that doesn't involve any die rolls. Such a check can represent the average result for a task done repeatedly, such as searching for

Passive Checks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

Passive Checks A passive check is a special kind of ability check that doesn’t involve any die rolls. Such a check can represent the average result for a task done repeatedly, such as searching for

Actions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

"target" can be a creature or an object. Hit. Any damage dealt or other effects that occur as a result of an attack hitting a target are described after the "Hit" notation. You have the option of taking

average damage or rolling the damage; for this reason, both the average damage and the die expression are presented. Miss. If an attack has an effect that occurs on a miss, that information is presented

Kenku Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

resist the lure of a beautiful sparkling treasure, the kenku plotted to steal the item and escape to the Material Plane. Unfortunately for the kenku, their master discovered their plan before they could

, allowing them to lurk in the highest levels and to keep watch on the city below. Hopeless Plagiarists As a result of their lack of creativity, kenku function comfortably as minions of a powerful master

Class Features and Hit Dice

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

. Alternatively, you can use the fixed value shown in your class entry, which is the average result of the die roll (rounded up). When your Constitution modifier increases by 1, your hit point maximum

Lifestyle Expenses

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

DM might take them into account when determining risks or how others perceive your character. Wretched (Free) You survive via chance and charity. You’re often exposed to natural dangers as a result

frugally for your necessities. Modest (1 GP per Day) You support yourself at an average level. Comfortable (2 GP per Day) You spend modestly for your necessities and enjoy a few luxuries. Wealthy (4 GP

Examples

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

bonus is +3, and the Fighter’s AC is 18, so the roll needed is 15 (18 − 3). Finding 15 in the “Normal” column and reading across to the “Out of 8” column, the DM gets a result of 2/8—two of the zombies

hit. Using the zombies’ average damage (4 Bludgeoning damage), the Fighter takes 8 Bludgeoning damage. After seeing the Fighter mauled by zombies, the Bard casts Shatter, centering the spell on the

Character Death

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn

Character Death Epic threats and stakes can result in epic deaths. The Dungeon Master’s Guide has advice on how to handle character death in your game, but epic adventures pose unique challenges

. Resist the temptation to make every encounter high difficulty. Epic adventures have high stakes, but it’s important to vary the difficulty of encounters just as you would in any other adventure, lest the

Random Treasure

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

determine how many coins of each type the monster carries. The table also includes the average result in parentheses, should you wish to forgo another roll and save time. To determine the total

determine the incidental treasure left behind by the monster’s victims. Use the Individual Treasure table that corresponds to the monster’s challenge rating. Roll a d100, and read the result across to

Lifestyle Expenses

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

DM might take them into account when determining risks or how others perceive your character. Wretched (Free) You survive via chance and charity. You’re often exposed to natural dangers as a result

frugally for your necessities. Modest (1 GP per Day) You support yourself at an average level. Comfortable (2 GP per Day) You spend modestly for your necessities and enjoy a few luxuries. Wealthy (4 GP

Class Features and Hit Dice

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

. Alternatively, you can use the fixed value shown in your class entry, which is the average result of the die roll (rounded up). When your Constitution modifier increases by 1, your hit point maximum

Mechanus

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

of the modrons: a godlike being called Primus. Optional Rule: Law of Averages While on Mechanus, creatures always use the average damage result for attacks and spells. For example, an attack that

Introduction

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

Introduction Dragon fire threatens to consume Faerûn! Do you dare oppose the Cult of the Dragon and resist the might of Tiamat, Queen of Dragons? Welcome to Tyranny of Dragons. This book collects

coming of Tiamat. As events unfold, dragons rampage across the Sword Coast, serving at the vanguard of a legion of cultists, fiends, and worse. To oppose these forces, new heroes must rise and resist

Introduction

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

Introduction Dragon fire threatens to consume Faerûn! Do you dare oppose the Cult of the Dragon and resist the might of Tiamat, Queen of Dragons? Welcome to Tyranny of Dragons. This book collects

coming of Tiamat. As events unfold, dragons rampage across the Sword Coast, serving at the vanguard of a legion of cultists, fiends, and worse. To oppose these forces, new heroes must rise and resist

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