before being dark cantrips readily

Cult Fanatic Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

Dark Devotion. The fanatic has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened. Spellcasting. The fanatic is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC

11, +3;{"diceNotation":"1d20+3","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). The fanatic has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): light, sacred

Thurstwell Vanthampur

Monsters Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

Dark Devotion. Thurstwell has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened. Spellcasting. Thurstwell is a 2nd-level spellcaster. His spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC 13

). He has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): guidance, sacred flame (see “Actions” below), thaumaturgy 1st level (3 slots): command, detect evil and good, sanctuarySacred Flame

Black Earth Cultist

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

Dark Devotion. The fanatic has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened. Spellcasting. The fanatic is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC

11, +3;{"diceNotation":"1d20+3","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). The fanatic has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): light, sacred

Barovian Witch

Monsters Curse of Strahd

with spell attacks). The witch has the following wizard spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): mage hand, prestidigitation, ray of frost 1st level (4 slots): ray of sickness, sleep, Tasha's hideous

","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage.The mad women and men known as Barovian witches forge pacts with Strahd and the Dark Powers of Ravenloft in exchange for magic and longevity. They prefer to live in

Warlock of the Fiend Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

long rest. It knows the following warlock spells: Cantrips (at will): eldritch blast, fire bolt, friends, mage hand, minor illusion, prestidigitation, shocking grasp 1st–5th level (4 5th-level slots

): banishment, burning hands, flame strike, hellish rebuke, magic circle, scorching ray, scrying, stinking cloud, suggestion, wall of fire Dark One's Own Luck (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). When

Ram Sugar

Monsters Candlekeep Mysteries

Dark Devotion. Ram Sugar has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened. Spellcasting. Ram Sugar is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC 11

, +3;{"diceNotation":"1d20+3","rollType":"spell","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). Ram Sugar has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): light, sacred flame

Nezznar the Black Spider Legacy

Monsters Lost Mine of Phandelver

","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). Nezznar has the following spells prepared from the wizard’s spell list: Cantrips (at will): mage hand, ray of frost

3 (1d6);{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Spider Staff","rollDamageType":"poison"} poison damage.Drow (dark elves) are a devious, scheming subterranean race that worships Lolth

Monastery of the Distressed Body, Elder Monk

Monsters Lost Laboratory of Kwalish

Dark Devotion. The elder monk has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened. Spellcasting. The elder monk is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell

save DC 11, +3;{"diceNotation":"1d20+3","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). The elder monk has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): light

Kadroth

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Dark Devotion. The fanatic has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened. Spellcasting. The fanatic is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC

11, +3;{"diceNotation":"1d20+3","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). The fanatic has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): light, sacred

Pendragon Beestinger

Monsters Acquisitions Incorporated

following wizard spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): acid splash, light, mage hand, poison spray, shocking grasp 1st level (4 slots): detect magic, mage armor, magic missile, sleep 2nd level (3 slots

himself in the process. Despite his having been resurrected at Rosie's request, things remain cool between the two. Pendragon was kicked out of wizarding school as a result of the dark rumors following

K'thriss Drow'b

Monsters Acquisitions Incorporated

":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). He regains his expended spell slots when he finishes a short or long rest, and knows the following warlock spells: Cantrips (at will): chill touch, eldritch

largely indifferent elder entity from beyond reality. Tapped into this dark power, the “C” Team's hoardsperson sees all existence as a puzzle to unlock, and he is obsessed by the essential lack of meaning

The Celestial Legacy

Classes Xanathar's Guide to Everything

desire to wander that paradise for the rest of your days. But you know that your mission is among mortals for now, and that your pact binds you to bring light to the dark places of the world. Celestial

Features Warlock Level Feature 1st Expanded Spell List, Bonus Cantrips, Healing Light 6th Radiant Soul 10th Celestial Resilience 14th Searing Vengeance

Human Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

Just as readily as they mix with each other, humans mingle with members of other races. They get along with almost everyone, though they might not be close to many. Humans serve as ambassadors, diplomats

the Inner Sea, the Mulan are generally tall, slim, and amber-skinned, with eyes of hazel or brown. Their hair ranges from black to dark brown, but in the lands where the Mulan are most prominent, nobles

Cult Fanatic (Knights of the Black Sword)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Dark Devotion. The fanatic has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened. Spellcasting. The fanatic is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC

11, +3;{"diceNotation":"1d20+3","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). The fanatic has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): light, sacred

Mummy Lord Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

is Wisdom (spell save DC 17, +9;{"diceNotation":"1d20+9","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). The mummy lord has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips

. Regional Effects A mummy lord’s temple or tomb is warped in any of the following ways by the creature’s dark presence: Food instantly molders and water instantly evaporates when brought

Valin Sarnaster

Monsters Candlekeep Mysteries

","rollType":"spell","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). Valin has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): sacred flame, thaumaturgy 1st level (4 slots): command

as the immortal heir of Savras’s realm. The Canopic Being came into her possession years ago, and an obsession with the dark rituals therein set the oracle on her present course. Valin has

Vellynne Harpell

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

ability is Intelligence (spell save DC 14, +6;{"diceNotation":"1d20+6","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). She has the following wizard spells prepared: Cantrips

—a nervous disorder that manifests as trembling. It can affect her balance and her stride, but she has learned to cast her spells unimpeded by it. Despite her firm grasp of the dark arts, she

Madam Eva

Monsters Curse of Strahd

spell attacks). Madam Eva has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): light, mending, sacred flame, thaumaturgy 1st level (4 slots): bane, command, detect evil and good, protection

domain, in hopes that they will find a way to destroy the vampire or set Strahd free. For the Love of Strahd. The Dark Powers of Ravenloft would consider Madam Eva a worthy choice to replace Strahd as

Diderius

Monsters Tyranny of Dragons

save DC 17, +9;{"diceNotation":"1d20+9","rollType":"spell","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). Diderius has the following wizard spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): minor illusion

’s temple or tomb is warped in any of the following ways by the creature’s dark presence: Food instantly molders and water instantly evaporates when brought into the lair. Other nonmagical

Gorka Tharn

Monsters Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

is Wisdom (spell save DC 17, +9;{"diceNotation":"1d20+9","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). The mummy lord has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips

following ways by the creature’s dark presence: Food instantly molders and water instantly evaporates when brought into the lair. Other nonmagical drinks are spoiled — wine turning to

Claugiyliamatar (possessed)

Monsters Divine Contention

":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). She has the following druid spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): druidcraft, mending, produce flame 1st level (4 slots): cure wounds, detect magic, entangle

exhales dark energy in a 90--foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC 22 Constitution saving throw, taking 77 (22d6);{"diceNotation":"22d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Necrotic

Goblin Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

Khurgorbaeyag seems to dislike sharing his divine power with his followers. And although many goblins would readily offer anything to have the abilities of a warlock, the patrons that grant such power

goblin is a sorcerer with the wild magic origin whose every casting, including cantrips, is accompanied by a wild magic surge. Use the mage stat block in the Monster Manual to represent this goblin, adding

Strahd's Vistani Servants

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

serve Strahd are less lively and friendly than normal Vistani, and their hearts are poisoned with dark intentions. Strahd uses them to lure adventurers into his domain and keep him informed about the

events occurring in lands beyond his reach. These Vistani will lie to protect the vampire, and they fear the consequences of disobeying him. When it comes to sharing information about their dark

Yartar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

). Reason to Visit. The “Dark Dealings in Yartar” side trek (chapter 6) brings the characters here. More broadly, characters affiliated with the Lords’ Alliance can readily receive support in Yartar, and Harpers and Zhentarim can get aid, too, if they’re discreet and know how to contact an agent in town.

The Celestial

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

patron, and a desire to wander that paradise for the rest of your days. But you know that your mission is among mortals for now, and that your pact binds you to bring light to the dark places of the world

. Celestial Features Warlock Level Feature 1st Expanded Spell List, Bonus Cantrips, Healing Light 6th Radiant Soul 10th Celestial Resilience 14th Searing Vengeance Expanded Spell List The Celestial

The Yawning Portal

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

dark room at the bottom of the 140-foot shaft (level 1, area 1). Durnan charges adventurers 1 gp each to descend into the well, whether they opt to use the rope or not. The return trip also costs a piece

of gold, sent up in a bucket in advance. He also readily accepts coin from patrons who want to place grisly bets on adventurers who dare explore Undermountain, and their odds of returning alive

Cult Fanatic

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

(450 XP) Dark Devotion. The fanatic has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened. Spellcasting. The fanatic is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom

(spell save DC 11, +3 to hit with spell attacks). The fanatic has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): light, sacred flame, thaumaturgy 1st level (4 slots): command, inflict wounds

Rip Tide Priest

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

Rip Tide Priest Priests of the Rip Tide cult gather in secret cabals to perform dark rituals that glorify Olhydra, the elemental Princess of Evil Water, as the embodiment of water’s destructiveness

DC 13, +5 to hit with spell attacks). It knows the following sorcerer spells: Cantrips (at will): chill touch, mage hand, minor illusion, prestidigitation, ray of frost 1st level (4 slots

Cult Fanatic

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

) Challenge 2 (450 XP) Dark Devotion. The fanatic has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened. Spellcasting. The fanatic is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is

Wisdom (spell save DC 11, +3 to hit with spell attacks). The fanatic has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): light, sacred flame, thaumaturgy 1st level (4 slots): command

Strahd von Zarovich

Monsters Curse of Strahd

":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). He has the following wizard spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): mage hand, prestidigitation, ray of frost 1st level (4 slots):comprehend languages, fog cloud

(Costs 2 Actions). Strahd makes one bite attack.With his mind sharp and his heart dark, Strahd von Zarovich is a formidable foe. Courage and lives beyond measure have been lost to him. Reread chapter 1

Barovian Witch

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

Barovian Witch The mad women and men known as Barovian witches forge pacts with Strahd and the Dark Powers of Ravenloft in exchange for magic and longevity. They prefer to live in the shadows and can

see in the dark. When traveling in the open, they use alter self spells to assume less conspicuous forms. They also use these spells to grow long, sharp claws with which they can attack. Brothers and

Voice in the Dark

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

Voice in the Dark After dealing with or avoiding the troglodytes, the adventurers can continue on toward the purple worm nursery. However, within six miles of the nursery they come across an

dark. Suddenly, a loud voice booms out all around you in Undercommon: “Turn back or suffer a death so horrible you cannot imagine! You have been warned!” The voice is actually a minor illusion cantrip

Rudolph van Richten

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

with the knowledge they need to confront the dark. Though he’s made many devoted allies, he keeps them at arm’s length, fearing the threat of his curse. When not traveling, van Richten lives out of his

from my enemies.” Flaw. “I am cursed. I will never find peace.” Adventures with Rudolph van Richten Van Richten readily provides mentorship to characters devoted to fighting the creatures of the night

Warlock of the Fiend

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

ability is Charisma (spell save DC 15, +7 to hit with spell attacks). It regains its expended spell slots when it finishes a short or long rest. It knows the following warlock spells: Cantrips (at will

circle, scorching ray, scrying, stinking cloud, suggestion, wall of fire Dark One’s Own Luck (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). When the warlock makes an ability check or saving throw, it can

Netherese Necropolis

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

that has become suffused with demonic magic can warp a creature’s mind, causing madness that usually fades away once the contact is broken. Chardalyn is cold to the touch and readily accepts

left his mark on Icewind Dale, Netherese wizards created their own chardalyn. Many items made from this dark-colored crystal can be found in the ruins of ancient Netherese enclaves. Four members of

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