before been defending creature raiding

Drow of Lolth

Monsters Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn

way. The target wakes up if it takes damage or if a creature within 5 feet of it takes an action to wake it. Spellcasting. The drow casts one of the following spells, requiring no Material components

consider the Underdark to be their true home. Their insidious schemes include raiding the surface, plotting against each other, and preparing for ultimate war.

Bugbear Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

Brute. A melee weapon deals one extra die of its damage when the bugbear hits with it (included in the attack). Surprise Attack. If the bugbear surprises a creature and hits it with an attack during

","rollAction":"Javelin","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage at range.Bugbears are hairy goblinoids born for battle and mayhem. They survive by raiding and hunting, but are fond of setting ambushes and fleeing when outmatched.

King Grol Legacy

Monsters Lost Mine of Phandelver

Brute. A melee weapon deals one extra die of its damage when the bugbear hits with it (included in the attack). Surprise Attack. If the bugbear surprises a creature and hits it with an attack during

","rollAction":"Javelin","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage at range.Bugbears are hairy goblinoids born for battle and mayhem. They survive by raiding and hunting, but are fond of setting ambushes and fleeing when outmatched.

Githyanki Kith'rak

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

the Astral Plane, raiding into other planes to plunder the multiverse of its magic and riches.Astral Step (Recharge 4–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"recharge","rollAction":"Astral Step"}. The

githyanki teleports, along with any equipment it is wearing or carrying, up to 30 feet to an unoccupied space it can see. Rally the Troops. The githyanki magically ends the charmed and frightened conditions on itself and each creature of its choice that it can see within 30 feet of it.

Drow House Captain

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

hour. If the saving throw fails by 5 or more, the target is also unconscious while poisoned in this way. The target regains consciousness if it takes damage or if another creature takes an action to

weapon.A drow house captain leads the troops of an Underdark faction, whether defending a stronghold or leading forces against enemies. These officers make extensive study of strategy and tactics to become

Android

Monsters Quests from the Infinite Staircase

", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Force Strike", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage. If the target is a Medium or smaller creature, it must succeed on a DC 15 Strength saving throw or have the

android has one or more upgrades to help it excel at its intended functions, but all androids are capable of defending themselves with concentrated bolts of force up close or from a distance. Despite

Githyanki Supreme Commander

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

legendary action option can be used at a time and only at the end of another creature’s turn. The githyanki regains spent legendary actions at the start of its turn. Command Ally. The githyanki

Plane, raiding into other planes to plunder the multiverse of its magic and riches.Astral Step. The githyanki teleports, along with any equipment it is wearing or carrying, up to 30 feet to an unoccupied space it can see.

Duergar Kavalrachni

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Invisibility (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). The duergar magically turns invisible for up to 1 hour or until it attacks, it forces a creature to make a saving throw, or its concentration is

if that passion rarely manifests as mirth. They bring an emotional intensity to their lives, whether they’re exploring neighboring tunnels, defending their homes, engaging with their families

Duergar Despot

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

energy erupts from its frame to deal 14 (4d6);{"diceNotation":"4d6", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Psychic Engine", "rollDamageType":"psychic"} psychic damage to each creature within 5 feet of it

", "rollAction":"Iron Fist", "rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage. If the target is a Large or smaller creature, it must succeed on a DC 17 Strength saving throw or be pushed up to 30 feet

Duergar Stone Guard

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

of Enlarge. Invisibility (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). The duergar magically turns invisible for up to 1 hour or until it attacks, it forces a creature to make a saving throw, or its

;re exploring neighboring tunnels, defending their homes, engaging with their families, or crafting bold new works. The bonds of friendship and kinship are strong, though navigating the inevitable

Hutijin

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Infernal Despair. Each creature within 30 feet of Hutijin that isn’t a devil makes saving throws with disadvantage. Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If Hutijin fails a saving throw, he can choose

. Each creature within 30 feet of him that isn’t a devil must succeed on a DC 22 Wisdom saving throw or become frightened of him for 1 minute. A creature can repeat the saving throw at the end of

Duergar Xarrorn

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

-foot cone of fire or a line of fire 30 feet long and 5 feet wide. Each creature in that area must make a DC 12 Dexterity saving throw, taking 10 (3d6);{"diceNotation":"3d6", "rollType":"damage

turns invisible for up to 1 hour or until it attacks, it forces a creature to make a saving throw, or its concentration is broken (as if concentrating on a spell). Any equipment the duergar wears or

Duergar Soulblade

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

invisible for up to 1 hour or until it attacks, it forces a creature to make a saving throw, or its concentration is broken (as if concentrating on a spell). Any equipment the duergar wears or carries is

manifests as mirth. They bring an emotional intensity to their lives, whether they’re exploring neighboring tunnels, defending their homes, engaging with their families, or crafting bold new works

Duergar Mind Master

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

attacks, it forces a creature to make a saving throw, or its concentration is broken (as if concentrating on a spell). Any equipment the duergar wears or carries is invisible with it. Mind Mastery

. The duergar targets one creature it can see within 60 feet of it. The target must succeed on a DC 12 Intelligence saving throw, or the duergar causes it to use its reaction, if available, either to

Duergar Warlord

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

hour or until it attacks, it forces a creature to make a saving throw, or its concentration is broken (as if concentrating on a spell). Any equipment the duergar wears or carries is invisible with

passion rarely manifests as mirth. They bring an emotional intensity to their lives, whether they’re exploring neighboring tunnels, defending their homes, engaging with their families, or crafting

Lhammaruntosz

Monsters Sleeping Dragon’s Wake

creature of Lhammaruntosz's choice that is within 120 feet of her and aware of her must succeed on a DC 17 Wisdom saving throw or become frightened for 1 minute. A creature can repeat the saving throw at the

end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success. If a creature's saving throw is successful or the effect ends for it, the creature is immune to Lhammaruntosz's Frightful Presence

Satyr

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

Satyr Satyrs enjoy demonstrating their physicality through contests, evicting party poopers, and defending Fey realms. Lorenzo Mastroianni Satyr Medium Fey, Chaotic Neutral AC 13

or smaller creature, the satyr pushes the target up to 10 feet straight away from itself. Mockery. Wisdom Saving Throw: DC 12, one creature the satyr can see within 90 feet. Failure: 5 (1d6 + 2) Psychic damage.

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

laden wagon or after heroically defending it from thieves gain great respect and advance higher in the tribe’s pecking order. All Are Fighters Most of the orcs that stay behind when the

; their loyalty by turning them into slaves. If a tribe is defeated and driven from its lair, the survivors might come under the sway of a strong but dimwitted creature, such as a hill giant or an ogre

Young Red Dragon

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

Young Red Dragon Young red dragons number among the most unpredictable of their kind. They seek territories rich with treasures and potential followers, raiding, burning, and slaughtering to enforce

plus 3 (1d6) Fire damage. Fire Breath (Recharge 5–6). Dexterity Saving Throw: DC 17, each creature in a 30-foot Cone. Failure: 56 (16d6) Fire damage. Success: Half damage.

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

invasion and oppression. Although individually they are timid and shy away from conflict, kobolds are dangerous if cornered, vicious when defending their eggs, and notorious for the dangerous

, designed to collapse under the weight of any creature heavier than a kobold. On occasion, the route through a kobold lair runs along a ledge that borders a cavern or a crevasse, and the kobolds might

Tormentor

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

Tormentor The Tormentor handles like a dune buggy and is designed for raiding and scouting. Bladed iron wheels drive the vehicle forward. Tormentor Huge vehicle (3,000 lb.) Creature Capacity 4

, unconscious Crushing Wheels. The Tormentor can move through the space of any Medium or smaller creature. When it does, the creature must succeed on a DC 13 Dexterity saving throw or take 11 (2d10

Questioning Corlie

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hold Back The Dead

—that’s not clear. I’ve had conflicting reports about the horde’s leader, but it’s some kind of ghost or creature made of dark mist.” Who’s Defending the Other Wall Sections? “We have a few soldiers

8. Park-and-Ride

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

carved with frescoes depicting dwarves defending their mountain homes against ankhegs, purple worms, umber hulks, and other burrowing monsters. (Hidden behind a fresco of a dwarf battling a bulette is a

(see “Gates”). Its rules are as follows: If a creature flies or levitates within 5 feet of the arch, the gate opens for 1 minute. Characters must be 10th level or higher to pass through this gate (see

Shambling Mound

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

) Lightning damage. If the target is a Medium or smaller creature, the shambling mound pulls the target 5 feet straight toward itself. Engulf. Strength Saving Throw: DC 15, one Medium or smaller creature

Druids' Ritual

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

the tree has been destroyed know enough not to attempt the ritual. Strahd observes the proceedings, defending the druids if they are attacked and retreating if outmatched. Development If the characters

are present when the druids complete the ritual, read: A thirty-foot-tall plant creature bursts out of the statue, sending twigs and earth flying. The creature resembles a dead treant with green

Hill Giant

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

lives of raiding or serve other giants in return for protection. Hill Giant Huge Giant, Chaotic Evil AC 13 Initiative +2 (12) HP 105 (10d12 + 40) Speed 40 ft. Ability Score Mod Save

. Hit: 18 (3d8 + 5) Bludgeoning damage. If the target is a Large or smaller creature, it has the Prone condition. Trash Lob. Ranged Attack Roll: +8, range 60/240 ft. Hit: 16 (2d10 + 5) Bludgeoning damage, and the target has the Poisoned condition until the end of its next turn.

10. Ritual Chamber

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

. Darkness swallow the moon. Darkness claim this dungeon and all that dwell within.” If attacked, they continue to chant while also defending themselves. Killing a cult fanatic deactivates one of the pillars

a faint image in the cloud of an adult bronze dragon surrounded by figures in black robes wearing the holy symbol of Shar and reading from scrolls. As the great creature writhes in pain, its bronze

Enemies Everywhere

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

as much of a threat to a colony. Although the mind flayers and their elder brain are incredibly powerful, they aren’t invincible: highly accomplished heroes, drow raiding parties, rampant demons, and

suitable spot, its followers construct a new lair while it transforms into an elder brain. Although a creature as arrogant and ambitious as an elder brain might resent an ulitharid’s rise, it understands

Githyanki

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

the Astral Plane. Among the best-known githyanki are the bellicose followers of the Lich Queen Vlaakith. They terrorize the Astral Plane, raiding into other planes to plunder the multiverse of its

. Their specialized capabilities make them well suited for assassination, raiding, and espionage. Githyanki Gish Medium Humanoid (Gith, Wizard), Any Alignment Armor Class 17 (half plate) Hit Points

Salamander

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

Elemental Plane of Fire like desert nomads, raiding other communities for treasure. Living Forges. Salamanders generate intense heat, and when they fight, their weapons glow red and sear the bodies of

) Heated Body. A creature that touches the salamander or hits it with a melee attack while within 5 feet of it takes 7 (2d6) fire damage. Heated Weapons. Any metal melee weapon the salamander wields

25. Creature Storage

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

25. Creature Storage Halaster uses these chambers as a storage facility for creatures that he has captured and petrified. He restores them to flesh using the elven magic in area 25a. 25a. Caryatids

phrase (“Elf magic!”) causes a pale light to fill the area between the four pillars, ending the following conditions on a creature in that area: blinded, deafened, petrified, poisoned, and stunned

Android

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

or more upgrades to help it excel at its intended functions, but all androids are capable of defending themselves with concentrated bolts of force up close or from a distance. Despite an android’s

creature, it must succeed on a DC 15 Strength saving throw or have the prone condition. Spellcasting (Diplomat and Medic Only). The android casts one of the following spells, requiring no material

8. Klarg's Cave

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

8. Klarg’s Cave The leader of the goblinoids insists on keeping the bulk of the raiders’ stolen goods in his den. The Cragmaws’ plunder from the last month of raiding and ambushing caravans is here

central fire pit deal 1 fire damage to any creature that enters the fire pit, or 1d6 fire damage to any creature that falls prone there. A creature can take each type of damage only once per round. Natural

Sprite

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

frequently aid other good creatures of the forest, including treants and unicorns, in defending their homes. Annie Stegg Sprite Tiny Fey, Neutral Good AC 15 Initiative +4 (14) HP 10 (4d4

. Heart Sight. Charisma Saving Throw: DC 10, one creature within 5 feet the sprite can see (Celestials, Fiends, and Undead automatically fail the save). Failure: The sprite knows the target’s emotions

Drow House Captain

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

Drow House Captain A drow house captain leads the troops of an Underdark faction, whether defending a stronghold or leading forces against enemies. These officers make extensive study of strategy and

unconscious while poisoned in this way. The target regains consciousness if it takes damage or if another creature takes an action to shake it. Spellcasting. The drow casts one of the following spells

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