before becoming diffusing constant reflected

Medusa Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

restrained. The restrained creature must repeat the saving throw at the end of its next turn, becoming petrified on a failure or ending the effect on a success. The petrification lasts until the

sees itself reflected on a polished surface within 30 feet of it and in an area of bright light, the medusa is, due to its curse, affected by its own gaze.Multiattack. The medusa makes either three melee

Gloine Nathair-Nathair

Monsters Lost Laboratory of Kwalish

. The restrained creature must repeat the saving throw at the end of its next turn, becoming petrified on a failure or ending the effect on a success. The petrification lasts until the creature is freed

until the start of its next turn, when it can avert its eyes again. If the creature looks at the medusa in the meantime, it must immediately make the save. If the medusa sees itself reflected on a

Enhanced Medusa

Monsters Infernal Machine Rebuild

(the medusa's choice) and is restrained. The restrained creature must repeat the saving throw at the end of its next turn, becoming petrified on a failure or ending the effect on a success. The

the medusa sees itself reflected on a polished surface within 30 feet of it and in an area of bright light, the medusa is, due to its curse, affected by its own gaze. Light. The enhanced medusa can

Fire Hellion

Monsters Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

, hoping to learn tactics the devils have fine-tuned over millennia and to acquire magical gifts to help the giant rise in the ordning. Over time, the giant is corrupted, becoming a Fiend in its own right

this way, the devil stands to gain a constant supply of souls from the giant’s enemies, as well as the promise that the giant will serve the devil as a smith in the Nine Hells after death. The

Marlos Urnrayle

Monsters Princes of the Apocalypse

its next turn, becoming petrified on a failure or ending the effect on a success. The petrification lasts until the creature is freed by the greater restoration spell or other magic. Unless surprised

eyes again. If the creature looks at Marlos in the meantime, it must immediately make the save. If Marlos sees himself reflected on a polished surface within 30 feet of him and in an area of bright

Medusa (Theran variant)

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

. The restrained creature must repeat the saving throw at the end of its next turn, becoming petrified on a failure or ending the effect on a success. The petrification lasts until the creature is freed

until the start of its next turn, when it can avert its eyes again. If the creature looks at the medusa in the meantime, it must immediately make the save. If the medusa sees itself reflected on a

Ruinblade

Magic Items Infernal Machine Rebuild

surroundings to appear reflected in the blade as if in a state of decay. You gain a +2 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic weapon. When you hit an undead creature with it, the attack

property of the weapon can’t be used until dawn seven days later. Curse. This weapon is cursed, and becoming attuned to it extends the curse to you. Until the curse is broken with a remove curse

Storm Giant Quintessent Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

of its turns, becoming a giant once more and appearing in any location it chooses within its lair. While dispersed, the giant can't take any actions other than lair actions, and it can't be targeted

protected from the wind. Rain, snow, or blowing dust or sand (whichever is most appropriate) is constant within 1 mile of the lair. Rain causes rivers and streams to fill or overflow their banks; snow

Hythonia

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

failed save the creature begins to turn to stone and is restrained. The restrained creature must repeat the saving throw at the end of its next turn, becoming petrified on a failure or ending the

immediately make the save. If Hythonia sees herself reflected on a polished surface within 30 feet of her and in an area of bright light, she is affected by her own gaze. Shed Skin (Mythic Trait

Storm Giant Quintessent

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

, dispersing itself into the storm surrounding its lair. The giant can end this effect at the start of any of its turns, becoming a giant once more and appearing in any location it chooses within its lair

of the following effects: Downpour. Rain, snow, or blowing dust or sand (whichever is most appropriate) is constant within 1 mile of the lair. Rain causes rivers and streams to fill or overflow

Yuan-ti Pureblood Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

cannibalizing their victims, and then performed a sorcerous ritual while writhing in pools filled with living snakes that enabled them to mix their flesh with that of serpents, becoming like the gods in

’ serpent gods into their religions. These victories sent a constant influx of food, ore, and slaves back to the home cities. The wealth of the empire allowed the ruling elite plenty of time to

Red Dragons

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

Red Dragons Red Dragon Identifiers Red dragons are vain, reflected in their proud, upright bearing and disdainful expression. Their pupils fade as they age, until the oldest have eyes with the

appearance of molten orbs. An angry red may have flames licking up from eyes and nostrils—and an envelope of heat-shimmer around them. Their frill and wings are an ashy blue or purple grey toward the edges, becoming darker with ages—nearly black on older specimens. Reds smell like smoke and sulphur.

Red Dragons

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

Red Dragons Red Dragon Identifiers Red dragons are vain, reflected in their proud, upright bearing and disdainful expression. Their pupils fade as they age, until the oldest have eyes with the

appearance of molten orbs. An angry red may have flames licking up from eyes and nostrils—and an envelope of heat-shimmer around them. Their frill and wings are an ashy blue or purple grey toward the edges, becoming darker with ages—nearly black on older specimens. Reds smell like smoke and sulphur.

Ruinblade

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild

blade always appears ruined and rusting, and causes its surroundings to appear reflected in the blade as if in a state of decay. You gain a +2 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic

a creation of magical force. Once used, this property of the weapon can’t be used until dawn seven days later. Curse. This weapon is cursed, and becoming attuned to it extends the curse to you

Strahd von Zarovich

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

warfare and slaughter, he settled in the remote valley of Barovia and built a castle on a towering pinnacle. His brother Sergei came to live with him in Castle Ravenloft, becoming Strahd’s adviser and

constant companion. In his brother, Strahd saw everything he was not. Resentment colored their relationship and eventually turned into hatred. Strahd’s beloved, Tatyana, spurned Strahd for Sergei, whom

Medusa

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild

the save begins to turn to stone and is restrained. The restrained creature must repeat the saving throw at the end of its next turn, becoming petrified on a failure or ending the effect on a success

the save. If the medusa sees itself reflected on a polished surface within 30 feet of it and in an area of bright light, the medusa is, due to its curse, affected by its own gaze. Actions

Medusa

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

, and all who gaze upon the medusa are petrified, becoming stone monuments to its corruption. Medusa Lairs. Medusas live forever in seclusion, alienated from the world around them by their monstrous form

, becoming petrified on a failure or ending the effect on a success. The petrification lasts until the creature is freed by the greater restoration spell or other magic. Unless surprised, a creature can

Velkynvelve

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

are visible from the cavern floor. With the small amount of dim light used in the outpost shielded from the cavern floor below, one might walk the entire length of the cleft without becoming aware of

. Sound. A small waterfall pouring into the cavern creates a constant background noise, negating the cave’s tendency to amplify and carry sounds. Checks made to hear things in the cavern are made normally

Ancient Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

dragon wyrmling;topaz dragon wyrmlings' scales are dull yellow-orange and have a cloudy or filmy look. As they age, their scales harden and clarify, becoming translucent and faceted, and ranging from

plateau.A Topaz Dragon’s Lair Topaz dragons dwell where the sea meets the land, favoring sites where the constant action of the waves and tides is slowly reducing the land to gravel. They make their

Carceri

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

Payratheon. Colothys Deep chasms cut between cruel mountains make foot travel nearly impossible. Porphatys Cold, acidic oceans are fed by constant black snow. Agathys Black ice streaked with red covers this

escape Carceri only by becoming stronger than whatever force imprisoned them there, but that’s a difficult task on a plane whose very nature breeds despair and betrayal. The same tendency toward

Adult Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

dragon wyrmlings' scales are dull yellow-orange and have a cloudy or filmy look. As they age, their scales harden and clarify, becoming translucent and faceted, and ranging from bright yellow to rich

Lair Topaz dragons dwell where the sea meets the land, favoring sites where the constant action of the waves and tides is slowly reducing the land to gravel. They make their lairs in caves set into sea

M5. Dressing Room

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

in his chair and gazes into a mirror. Reflected back at him is a sickly, haggard version of himself (see “Magic Mirrors” below). He is dressed to portray the green dragon in the tragedy titled A

remain at the theater. The hag assures Hurly that his talent is becoming more refined and respected with every performance—but the magic mirrors in this room tell him a different story. It’s clear to

Inside the Legion

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

on constant alert for military threats. They work to maintain their fortifications to ensure that they aren’t overrun by Gruul marauders. Construction proceeds on new strongholds near Gruul territories

House Dimir. The Boros are becoming increasingly aware of the possibility that their guild could be undermined from within. Security at garrison buildings is vigilant, with angels watching the entrances at all times for spies.

Fire Hellion

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

a powerful devil, hoping to learn tactics the devils have fine-tuned over millennia and to acquire magical gifts to help the giant rise in the ordning. Over time, the giant is corrupted, becoming a

of the Nine Hells. In this way, the devil stands to gain a constant supply of souls from the giant’s enemies, as well as the promise that the giant will serve the devil as a smith in the Nine Hells

Vampires

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

, becoming Strahd’s adviser and constant companion. In his brother, Strahd saw everything he had lost. Sergei was handsome and young, while Strahd had become old and scarred. Resentment colored their

The Planes of Eberron

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

, Kythri is a morphic realm in constant flux. Lamannia: The Twilight Forest. While it is called a “Forest”, Lamannia embodies primordial nature, and contains every possible natural environment. It is

Shavarath since the dawn of time, asserting that their struggles are reflected in the balance of good and evil across all reality. Syrania: The Azure Sky. Crystal spires float in a perfect blue sky. Farms

Hythonia the Cruel

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

eagerly trades the mysteries she knows but demands a constant price: a beautiful individual to become part of her throne. Hythonia’s Lair Hythonia makes her lair on Skathos, an island where a secret

, on a failed save the creature begins to turn to stone and is restrained. The restrained creature must repeat the saving throw at the end of its next turn, becoming petrified on a failure or ending the

Manor Occupants

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

home village slashed his face with a dagger. It serves as a constant reminder of his past. Although outwardly friendly, Quill is driven by three selfish desires: to preserve his well-being, to

have been drafted to serve as waiters during the party in the ballroom (see “Quill’s Party” later in the adventure). Renekor’s presence is slowly warping the demiplane, causing these servants to shift allegiance, becoming loyal and obedient to the beholder rather than to Quill or the Harpers.

Sapphire Dragon Adventures

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

listen to lectures on military history without complaint. 8 An adult sapphire dragon and an aboleth psychically face off for control of an area of the Underdark. The constant bombardment of psychic

their army in battle centuries ago. 3 An ancient sapphire dragon guards the phylactery of a lich who helped the dragon establish a lair centuries before becoming Undead. 4 Lolth the Spider

Astral Dreadnought

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

. What one sees reflected in that starry void is the sudden, terrifying realization of one’s own mortality. Spellcasters have cause to fear the eye more than others, since it emits a continuous

danger of becoming extinct anytime soon. Titanic Nature. Although it eats and sleeps if it so desires, an astral dreadnought doesn’t require air, food, drink, or sleep. Astral dreadnoughts exist for one

Creating a Race or Subrace

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

their ability to step through the boundary between the planes, disappearing for a moment before reappearing somewhere else. In the game, this is reflected in a limited use of the misty step spell. Since

society, although they usually rise to the top, becoming revered leaders and honorable heroes. You might decide to use the aasimar as a counterpoint to the tiefling race. The two races could even be

Storm Giant Quintessent

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse

successful one. One with the Storm (Costs 3 Actions). The giant vanishes, dispersing itself into the storm surrounding its lair. The giant can end this effect at the start of any of its turns, becoming

giant’s presence, which creates one or more of the following effects: Downpour. Rain, snow, or blowing dust or sand (whichever is most appropriate) is constant within 1 mile of the lair. Rain causes

Xaos

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

on its occupants. Now, the Cube exists in a constant state of flux, an undulating, four-dimensional mass of repeating fractals and micrified contours. Those who enter the Cube are rarely seen again

characters to help him sniff out members of the Sha’sal Khou on behalf of Vlaakith the Lich-Queen. 4 Slaadi flock to their nest in Xaos for a ritual that occurs once every century. Afraid of becoming hosts for slaad tadpoles, townsfolk beseech the characters for aid.

Dwarves of the Multiverse

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

. Hill dwarves view their mountain cousins as overly grim shut-ins who refuse to believe that life is anything but a constant battle for survival. Mountain dwarves view their hill-dwelling relatives as

kingdoms in the North and the Heartlands, becoming the shield dwarves. Those who remained became the gold dwarves. Gold dwarf scholars point to Abbathor as the cause of this division, claiming that the

Giants

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

close. Believing that they’re living in a dream and that their actions have no real consequences, dreamwalkers act as they please, becoming forces of chaos. As they travel the world, they collect

objects and creatures that seem especially significant in their mad minds. Over time, the collected things accrete to their bodies, becoming encased in stone. Stone Giant Dreamwalker Huge giant (stone

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