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Player’s Handbook
Master Sophisticated Battle Maneuvers
Battle Masters are students of the art of battle, learning martial techniques passed down through generations. The most accomplished Battle Masters are well
-rounded figures who combine their carefully honed combat skills with academic study in the fields of history, theory, and the arts.
Classes
Player’s Handbook
Pursue Physical Excellence in Combat
A Champion focuses on the development of martial prowess in a relentless pursuit of victory. Champions combine rigorous training with physical excellence to deal
devastating blows, withstand peril, and garner glory. Whether in athletic contests or bloody battle, Champions strive for the crown of the victor.
Classes
Player’s Handbook
, proficiency with one Musical Instrument of your choice, and training with Light armor.
Gain the Bard’s level 1 features, which are listed in the Bard Features table. See the multiclassing rules to
Core Bard Traits
Primary Ability
Charisma
Hit Point Die
D8 per Bard level
Saving Throw Proficiencies
Dexterity and Charisma
Skill Proficiencies
Choose any 3 skills
Classes
Player’s Handbook
, a Cleric can reach out to the divine magic of the Outer Planes—where gods dwell—and channel it to bolster people and battle foes.
Because their power is a divine gift, Clerics typically
table. See the multiclassing rules to determine your available spell slots.
Cleric Features
——Spell Slots per Spell Level——
Level
Proficiency Bonus
Monsters
Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn
again until the start of her next turn.Scheming Marid Ruler
The calculating Biha Babir rules the pelagic city of Maran Saya in Calimshan. Though her physical form is as fluid as the ocean itself, she
a cunning mind. Biha Babir is politically savvy and prefers to outsmart her opponents rather than battle them, though she doesn’t shy from combat if necessary.
Biha Babir covets opulence, but
Monsters
Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
amalgam forms when multiple trolls fuse together during regeneration. This sometimes occurs when many trolls are slain in a single battle, when troll parts are thrown into charnel pits or mass graves
tunnel, the troll amalgam tears off a piece of its own body and hurls it at the creature. These body parts eventually regenerate into full troll;trolls, and sometimes they regather and combine into a new
Minotaur
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Species
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
The minotaurs of Ravnica are strong in body, dedication, and courage. They are at home on the battlefield, willing to fight for their various causes.
They combine a burning fury in battle with keen
tail in the way.
Strength and Zeal
Minotaurs are zealous and love battle. They are found among the Gruul Clans, but the minotaurs of the Ordruun family line, long associated with the Boros Legion
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
24 hours.Amnizus lead infernal legions into battle and command guardians at the gateways to the Hells. Amnizus are arrogant, bullying, and ruthless, but they’re also highly intelligent
desire to commit evil. The amnizus that patrol here drill the rules of the Nine Hells into the new arrivals’ minds and marshal them into legions.Fire, PoisonCold; Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from Nonmagical Attacks that aren't Silvered
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
, the attacker is immune to the amnizu’s Instinctive Charm for 24 hours.Amnizus lead infernal legions into battle and command guardians at the gateways to the Hells. Amnizus are arrogant, bullying
have no personalities or memories; they’re driven only by the desire to commit evil. The amnizus that patrol here drill the rules of the Nine Hells into the new arrivals’ minds and marshal
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
among the fae, magically negotiating themselves advantages in battle.
Like many high fae, these mages draw power from the latent energy found throughout the wilds of Eldraine. However, high fae mages
, embodying the natural splendor and danger of the wilderness. High fae have no regard for mortal values of honor and law, but they nonetheless operate under inviolable rules of their own: gifts must
Armor Class
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Your Armor Class (AC) represents how well your character avoids being wounded in battle. Things that contribute to your AC include the armor you wear, the shield you carry, and your Dexterity
, or both, calculate your AC using the rules in the Equipment section. Record your AC on your character sheet.
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
carve their horns to sharpen their edges, etch symbols of power into them, or sheathe them in bronze to prevent them from shattering during battle.
Thick hair extends down minotaurs’ necks and
choose whether your character is a member of the human race or of a fantastical race. If you select a fantastical race, follow these additional rules during character creation.
Ability Score Increases
Monsters
Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
its cradle is functionally identical to a glacier or iceberg, nestled in an alpine valley or drifting in a polar sea. In its wintry seclusion, the scion dreams of battle and glory.
If it is disturbed
envelops the land within 6 miles of the scion (see the Dungeon Master’s Guide for rules on extreme cold). If the climate in the area already features extreme cold, the cold is numbing—creatures
Monsters
Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
or drifting in a polar sea. In its wintry seclusion, the scion dreams of battle and glory.
If it is disturbed, the scion’s cradle of the frost scion;cradle animates as a bipedal figure formed of
’s Guide for rules on extreme cold). If the climate in the area already features extreme cold, the cold is numbing—creatures in the area without immunity or resistance to cold damage have
Magic Items
Acquisitions Incorporated
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Class-Based Living Loot Satchel
Class
Satchel
Barbarian
Broad belt with a dozen hanging pockets
Bard
Lute case
Cleric
Hollowed-out holy tome
Druid
Made from natural
, organic, locally sourced woven fibers
Fighter
A thick, battle-scarred iron lockbox
Paladin
A metal case with fine engraving and scrollwork
Ranger
A fur-lined bindle
Rogue
A
Goliath
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Elemental Evil Player's Companion
seek out a larger, more powerful wyrm to battle. Few goliath adventurers reach old age, as most die attempting to surpass their past accomplishments.
Fair Play
For goliaths, competition exists only
mock folk who rely on society’s structures or rules to maintain power.
Survival of the Fittest
Among goliaths, any adult who can’t contribute to the tribe is expelled. A lone goliath has
Cleric
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Classes
Basic Rules (2014)
Arms and eyes upraised toward the sun and a prayer on his lips, an elf begins to glow with an inner light that spills out to heal his battle-worn companions.
Chanting a song of glory, a dwarf swings
spells relies on devotion and an intuitive sense of a deity’s wishes.
Clerics combine the helpful magic of healing and inspiring their allies with spells that harm and hinder foes. They can
Monk
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Basic Rules (2014)
, knocking their blows aside and sending them reeling, until at last she stands alone. Taking a deep breath, a human covered in tattoos settles into a battle stance. As the first charging orcs reach him, he
important mission beyond the cloister? Perhaps you were cast out because of some violation of the community’s rules. Did you dread leaving, or were you happy to go? Is there something you hope to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Baklunish incursions, these knights combine strict discipline, a near-monastic way of life, and ample study of battle tactics and strategy to remain vigilant against attack.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Dancing Lights Illusion Cantrip (Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard) Casting Time: Action
Range: 120 feet
Components: V, S, M (a bit of phosphorus)
Duration: Concentration, up to 1 minute
You create up
to four torch-size lights within range, making them appear as torches, lanterns, or glowing orbs that hover for the duration. Alternatively, you combine the four lights into one glowing Medium form
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Dancing Lights Illusion Cantrip (Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard) Casting Time: Action
Range: 120 feet
Components: V, S, M (a bit of phosphorus)
Duration: Concentration, up to 1 minute
You create up
to four torch-size lights within range, making them appear as torches, lanterns, or glowing orbs that hover for the duration. Alternatively, you combine the four lights into one glowing Medium form
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Uni and the Hunt for the Lost Horn
Dancing Lights Illusion Cantrip (Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard) Casting Time: Action
Range: 120 feet
Components: V, S, M (a bit of phosphorus)
Duration: Concentration, up to 1 minute
You create up
to four torch-size lights within range, making them appear as torches, lanterns, or glowing orbs that hover for the duration. Alternatively, you combine the four lights into one glowing Medium form
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Unearthed Arcana
Mystic Subclasses January 15, 2026
BRYAN SOLA This Unearthed Arcana features four new subclasses that share an interest in magic. They combine magic and martial prowess, prey on or protect
(Magic Stealer), and the Warlock (Vestige Patron). The material uses the rules in the Player's Handbook. Learn more about this playtest directly from the designers in this article!
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
have learned to cast spells through your bardic arts. See chapter 7 for the rules on spellcasting. The information below details how you use those rules with Bard spells, which appear in the Bard
spellcasting ability for your Bard spells. Spellcasting Focus. You can use a Musical Instrument as a Spellcasting Focus for your Bard spells. Level 2: Expertise You gain Expertise (see the rules glossary
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
have learned to cast spells through your bardic arts. See “Spells” for the rules on spellcasting. The information below details how you use those rules with Bard spells, which appear in the Bard spell
spellcasting ability for your Bard spells. Spellcasting Focus. You can use a Musical Instrument as a Spellcasting Focus for your Bard spells. Level 2: Expertise You gain Expertise (see the rules glossary) in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Unearthed Arcana
playtest document presents updated rules on seven classes: Bard, Cleric, Druid, Monk, Paladin, Ranger, and Rogue. This document also presents multiple subclasses for those classes, new Spells, revisions to
existing Spells and Spell Lists, and several revised Feats. You will also find an updated rules glossary that supercedes the glossary of any previous playtest document.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
further. This section defines two optional sets of rules for customizing your character: multiclassing and feats. Multiclassing lets you combine classes together, and feats are special options you can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
situations. See chapter 10 for the general rules of spellcasting and chapter 11 for the bard spell list. Cantrips You know two cantrips of your choice from the bard spell list. You learn additional
bard cantrips of your choice at higher levels, as shown in the Cantrips Known column of the Bard table. Spell Slots The Bard table shows how many spell slots you have to cast your bard spells of 1st
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
situations. See chapter 10 for the general rules of spellcasting and chapter 11 for the bard spell list. Cantrips You know two cantrips of your choice from the bard spell list. You learn additional
bard cantrips of your choice at higher levels, as shown in the Cantrips Known column of the Bard table. Spell Slots The Bard table shows how many spell slots you have to cast your bard spells of 1st
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
, proficiency with one Musical Instrument of your choice, and training with Light armor. Gain the Bard’s level 1 features, which are listed in the Bard Features table. See the multiclassing rules in chapter 2 to determine your available spell slots.
Bard EVYN FONG An Inspiring Performer of Music, Dance, and Magic Core Bard Traits Primary Ability Charisma Hit Point Die D8 per Bard level Saving Throw Proficiencies Dexterity and Charisma Skill
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
, and training with Light armor. Gain the Bard’s level 1 features, which are listed in the Bard Features table. See the multiclassing rules in “Creating a Character” to determine your available spell slots.
Bard Core Bard Traits Primary Ability Charisma Hit Point Die D8 per Bard level Saving Throw Proficiencies Dexterity and Charisma Skill Proficiencies Choose any 3 skills (see “Playing the Game
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
go a step further. This chapter defines two optional sets of rules for customizing your character: multiclassing and feats. Multiclassing lets you combine classes together, and feats are special
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
Running the Battle This quest is an epic battle involving hundreds of rival combatants. Use the following rules to resolve the conflict.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Lesser Restoration Level 2 Abjuration (Bard, Cleric, Druid, Paladin, Ranger) Casting Time: Bonus Action
Range: Touch
Components: V, S
Duration: Instantaneous
You touch a creature and end one
condition on it: Blinded, Deafened, Paralyzed, or Poisoned. MARTIN MOTTET A human Druid casts Lesser Restoration to ease the suffering of a friend who was poisoned in battle
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Unearthed Arcana
Forgotten Realms Subclasses January 28, 2025
In this new Unearthed Arcana document, we explore material designed for upcoming books, using rules from the 2024 Player’s Handbook. This playtest
presents revised subclasses for the Cleric (Knowledge Domain), Fighter (Purple Dragon Knight), and Wizard (Bladesinger), along with new subclasses for the Bard (College of the Moon), Paladin (Oath of the Noble Genies), Ranger (Winter Walker), Rogue (Scion of the Three), and Sorcerer (Spellfire Sorcery).