before before defending creatures raging

Elemental Cataclysm

Monsters Monster Manual

damage, and the target has the Prone condition. Success: Half damage only. Failure or Success: The target’s Speed is reduced to 0 until the end of its next turn.3: Raging Storm. A storm cloud

fills a 60-foot-radius Sphere centered on a point the cataclysm can see within 150 feet. The cloud lasts for 1 minute or until the cataclysm uses Cataclysmic Event again. Creatures entirely in the

Jallarzi's Storm of Radiance

Spells Player’s Handbook

You unleash a storm of flashing light and raging thunder in a 10-foot-radius, 40-foot-high Cylinder centered on a point you can see within range. While in this area, creatures have the Blinded and

Circle of the Shepherd

Classes Xanathar's Guide to Everything

play a role in the natural world, yet they focus on protecting animals and fey creatures that have difficulty defending themselves. Shepherds, as they are known, see such creatures as their charges

these druids are happiest far from cities and towns, content to spend their days in the company of animals and the fey creatures of the wilds. Members of this circle become adventurers to oppose

Tempest Hart

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

landscape known as Stormkeld. Massive cottages, keeps, and towers dot this magical realm, scattered between expanses of cloudy wilderness marked by tangles of giant beanstalks and raging storms. Various

enormous creatures dwell in these wilds, with the tempest hart being among the most majestic. A colossal elk with antlers made of living lightning, a tempest hart has a long mane of fine hair that

Duergar Kavalrachni

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

early on the mount immediately after it attacks.Kavalrachni are duergar cavalry trained to fight while riding female steeder;female steeders or other Underdark creatures as mounts. Duergar Duergar

their fury in battle with their psionic abilities or training dangerous Underdark creatures as mounts. Denigrated by some as joyless, duergar are in fact deeply passionate in all that they do—even

Circle of the Shepherd (XGtE)

Classes Xanathar's Guide to Everything

play a role in the natural world, yet they focus on protecting animals and fey creatures that have difficulty defending themselves. Shepherds, as they are known, see such creatures as their charges

these druids are happiest far from cities and towns, content to spend their days in the company of animals and the fey creatures of the wilds. Members of this circle become adventurers to oppose

Duergar Stone Guard

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

neighbors. To this end, duergar warriors fulfill a variety of combat roles, often marrying their fury in battle with their psionic abilities or training dangerous Underdark creatures as mounts. Denigrated by

;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

Phantom Warrior

Monsters Curse of Strahd

creatures and objects as if they were difficult terrain. It takes 5 (1d10);{"diceNotation":"1d10","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Incorporeal Movement","rollDamageType":"force"} force damage if it ends its

master or because it believes it must perform a task to satisfy its honor or sense of duty. For example, a guard who dies defending a wall might return as a phantom warrior and continue guarding the

Duergar Despot

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

fury in battle with their psionic abilities or training dangerous Underdark creatures as mounts. Denigrated by some as joyless, duergar are in fact deeply passionate in all that they do—even 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, or

Duergar Soulblade

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

their psionic abilities or training dangerous Underdark creatures as mounts. Denigrated by some as joyless, duergar are in fact deeply passionate in all that they do—even 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, or crafting bold new works

Duergar Xarrorn

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

dangerous Underdark creatures as mounts. Denigrated by some as joyless, duergar are in fact deeply passionate in all that they do—even 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, or crafting bold new works. The bonds of friendship and kinship

Geryon Legacy

Monsters Mordenkainen’s Tome of Foes

and minotaur slaves he took from Baphomet, raging against Asmodeus's betrayal while spitting oaths of vengeance and hatching mad schemes to reclaim his standing from Levistus. Lair Actions. On

banishment spell. Regional Effects. The region containing Geryon's lair is warped by his magic, creating one or more of the following effects: Intelligent creatures within 1 mile of the lair frequently

Geryon (Summoner Variant) Legacy

Monsters Mordenkainen’s Tome of Foes

took from Baphomet, raging against Asmodeus's betrayal while spitting oaths of vengeance and hatching mad schemes to reclaim his standing from Levistus. Lair Actions. On initiative count 20 (losing

following effects: Intelligent creatures within 1 mile of the lair frequently see shimmering portals leading to places they consider safe. Passing through a portal always deposits a traveler somewhere

Hutijin

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

other creatures in that area must each make a DC 22 Dexterity saving throw, taking 18 (4d8);{"diceNotation":"4d8","rollType":"damage","rollDamageType":"lightning storm"} lightning damage on a failed

command, Hutijin can easily crush any rival who gets in his way while also defending Mephistopheles against armies seeking to contest his dominion. Hutijin has amassed enough power to challenge the

Tortle Legacy

Species The Tortle Package

regard these settlements as places worth defending with their lives, and they will abandon a settlement when it no longer serves their needs. Most tortles like to see how other creatures live and

, defending their offspring, and sharing a lifetime of knowledge before they die. When the children are old enough to leave the compound, they pick up whatever weapons and tools their parents left behind and

Chromatic Dragonborn

Species Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

and in the deadly energy of their breath weapons. Theirs is the raw elemental fury of the volcano, of biting arctic winds, and of raging lightning storms, as well as the subtle whisper of swamp and

, Humanoid, Monstrosity, Ooze, Plant, Undead. These types don’t have rules themselves, but some rules in the game affect creatures of certain types in different ways. For example, the cure wounds spell doesn’t work on a Construct or an Undead.

Bard Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

versatility. Many bards prefer to stick to the sidelines in combat, using their magic to inspire their allies and hinder their foes from a distance. But bards are capable of defending themselves in melee if

, decipher old tomes, travel to strange places, or encounter exotic creatures. Bards love to accompany heroes to witness their deeds firsthand. A bard who can tell an awe-inspiring story from personal

Duergar Mind Master

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

make one weapon attack against another creature the duergar can see or to move up to 10 feet in a direction of the duergar’s choice. Creatures that can’t be charmed are immune to this

this end, duergar warriors fulfill a variety of combat roles, often marrying their fury in battle with their psionic abilities or training dangerous Underdark creatures as mounts. Denigrated by some

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

Kobolds are a lot less cute when they learn how to cast fireballs. — Volo Kobolds are often dismissed as cowardly, foolish, and weak, but these little reptilian creatures actually have a

a perfect world, the creatures would be left alone to dig their tunnels and raise the next generation of kobolds, all the while seeking the magic that will free their imprisoned god (see the &ldquo

Duergar Warlord

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

battle with their psionic abilities or training dangerous Underdark creatures as mounts. Denigrated by some as joyless, duergar are in fact deeply passionate in all that they do—even 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, or crafting

Path of the Zealot

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

you’re raging, the first creature you hit on each of your turns with a weapon attack takes extra damage equal to 1d6 + half your barbarian level. The extra damage is necrotic or radiant; you choose the

throw while you’re raging, you can reroll it, and you must use the new roll. You can use this ability only once per rage. Zealous Presence At 10th level, you learn to channel divine power to inspire

Background

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

spirits caused unnatural growths to manifest—spirit blisters that corrupt the land and its creatures. Gradually, this sickness encroached on Pangil ng Buwan’s lair. While the ancient bakunawa slept

, strangling roots enveloped it and poured poison into its being for centuries. When Pangil ng Buwan awoke not long ago, its corruption caused it to hate all it once loved. After raging across Lambakluha, it

Kobolds: Little Dragons

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

Kobolds: Little Dragons Kobolds are often dismissed as cowardly, foolish, and weak, but these little reptilian creatures actually have a strong social structure that stresses devotion to the tribe

, are clever with their hands, and viciously work together in order to overcome their physical limitations. In the kobolds’ version of a perfect world, the creatures would be left alone to dig their

Monster Tactics

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

to pick creatures off the deck and carry them away to eat, while a monster that’s defending its territory might attack the ship itself, heedless of the people on it. A curious monster might simply land

Talenta Plains

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

domesticated the dinosaurs of the plains and use these creatures as mounts, livestock, and beasts of burden. A sacred bond exists between a hunter and mount, and few people are prepared to face a

raging halfling barbarian riding a furious clawfoot raptor. Talenta religion reveres spirits, both departed ancestors and natural spirits. Each tribe has a lath—a chieftain who guides the tribe—and

Singing Sands Adventures

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

giant rockspeaker (both in chapter 6) who needs to commune with his dreams within the crystal sand fortress at night. While he does, creatures from the Fiendish Incursion Encounters and Elemental Earth

Encounters tables in chapter 3 manifest from the sand and attack. Lingering Ties A flock of giant vultures follows the Singing Sands through the day, circling over creatures who investigate it. After

Earning Angajuk's Trust

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

fishing rules ("Fishing for Knucklehead Trout"), only replace the knucklehead trout with an octopus. Befriending Its Comrades. Angajuk lives alongside other sea creatures, including narwhals and

dolphins. The characters can lure one of these creatures to the surface with an offering of food (such as a fish) and befriend it with a successful DC 10 Wisdom (Animal Handling) check, which pleases

The Talenta Plains

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

industrialized magic. But they do have dinosaurs. The halflings have domesticated the dinosaurs of the plains, and use these creatures as mounts, livestock, and beasts of burden. There is a sacred bond

between a hunter and their mount, and few people are prepared to face a raging halfling barbarian riding a furious clawfoot raptor. Talenta religion is based around reverence for spirits, both

Jallarzi's Storm of Radiance

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

unleash a storm of flashing light and raging thunder in a 10-foot-radius, 40-foot-high Cylinder centered on a point you can see within range. While in this area, creatures have the Blinded and Deafened

Barbarian: Path of the Giant

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

the primal might of giants, transforming you into a hulking force of destruction. While raging, you gain the following benefits: Crushing Throw. When you make a successful ranged attack with a thrown

infused weapon’s benefits are suppressed while a creature other than you wields it. While raging and holding the infused weapon, you can use a bonus action to change the infused weapon’s current

Treefolk

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lorwyn: First Light

facial features. They begin life as ordinary trees, then gain sentience through an event called the Rising. It is said that treefolk are among the eldest creatures native to the realm of Lorwyn

-Shadowmoor. Lorwyn Treefolk In Lorwyn, some treefolk use their wisdom as a tool to support shorter-lived creatures. Others wield their intellect like a scepter and seek to rule over Lorwyn’s younger

Hippogriff

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

animals. Reclusive and omnivorous, hippogriffs mate for life and seldom venture more than a few miles from their nest. When defending its mate or its young, a hippogriff fights to the death. Hippogriffs

don’t lay eggs but give birth to live young. Dragons, griffons, and wyverns have a taste for hippogriff meat and frequently prey on these creatures. Flying Mounts. A hippogriff raised in captivity

Adventurers at Heart

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation Supplement

safety of greater numbers. Tortles don’t regard these settlements as places worth defending with their lives, and they will abandon a settlement when it no longer serves their needs. Most tortles like to

see how other creatures live and discover new customs and new ways of doing things. The urge to procreate doesn’t kick in until the end of a tortle’s life, and a tortle can spend decades away from its

Para-elemental Planes

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

the Frostfell, forms the border between the Plane of Air and the Plane of Water. This plane is a seemingly endless glacier swept by constant, raging blizzards. Frozen caverns twist through the Plane of

Ice, home to yetis, remorhazes, white dragons, and other creatures of cold. The inhabitants of the plane engage in a never-ending battle to prove their strength and ensure their survival. The

Questioning Corlie

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

been able to get too close, but they say we’ll face dozens or even hundreds of skeletons and zombies all around this part of the fortress. They have a few wagons, or perhaps large creatures, with them

—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

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