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Locathah Rising
":"damage","rollAction":"Claw","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage, and the target is grappled (escape DC 16). Until the grapple ends, Gar can’t attack other creatures with his claw
);{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"recharge","rollAction":"Umberlee's Wake"}. Power ripples out in a 60-foot radius sphere from a point within range (150 ft.) as the will of Umberlee affects all in her
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
ground ripples and bursts over the monster, revealing itself as a wave of countless spiders. The tiny arachnids swarm the larger horror, girding it in skittering bodies.
Fighting Arasta as a mythic
encounter is equivalent to taking on two challenge rating 21 creatures in one encounter. Award a party 66,000 XP for defeating Arasta after she uses Armor of Spiders.Arasta’s Lair
Arasta lives
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
. Contests A contest is a kind of ability check that matches two creatures against each other. Use a contest if a character attempts something that either directly foils or is directly opposed by another
creature’s efforts. In a contest, the ability checks are compared to each other, rather than to a target number. When you call for a contest, you pick the ability that each side must use, deciding
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
, orcs breed prodigiously (and they aren’t choosy about what they breed with, which is why such creatures as half-orcs and ogrillons are found in the world). Females that are about to give birth are
Strength
Orcs appreciate physical prowess and formidable combat ability in any form. As such, they might accept other creatures into their ranks from time to time. Orcs have been known to associate with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Clever Beast When a roll on the Lake Events table indicates that the lake monster takes an interest in the characters, read: Ripples disrupt the surface of the lake, causing your boat to bob from
boats from Bremen but does not attack indiscriminately, trying to gauge the strength and determination of the crew before deciding what to do. Roll on the Plesiosaurus Behavior table to determine how
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Locathah Rising
creatures with his claw.
Wave. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +11 to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (1d6 + 6) piercing damage or 10 (1d8 + 6) piercing damage when used with
two hands. If Gar scores a critical hit with this weapon, the target takes extra necrotic damage equal to half its hit point maximum.
Umberlee’s Wake (Recharge 5–6). Power ripples out in a 60-foot
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
greatness typically begin by deciding what heroic archetype they most closely align with and letting that ideal influence their fate. The heroes illustrated throughout this introduction are examples of
any number of other creatures. Did one Slayer do all that? No, the archetype has become the repository for legends about many different heroes, all of whom are notable primarily for slaying something
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
threads of destiny and possibility for omens presaging the resurgence of the giants’ once-great civilization. The irruption of the demon lords into the Underdark has sent powerful ripples of
stone, forming galeb duhr to serve as assistants for the keepers. These creatures are humorless but diligent.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
the wall behind the sarcophagus. All creatures in the room, as well as creatures in the narrow hallway to the south, become targets of the spell. Treasure The sarcophagus contains a pair of bracers of
Kubazan tries to inhabit any character who touches either of the bracers (see "Spirits of the Nine Trickster Gods"). When Kubazan’s spirit manifests, read: The bracers glow as watery light ripples across
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
2. Captured Troglodytes The cracked bones and skulls of small creatures hunted by the troglodytes litter the tunnels leading to this area, marking the borders of territory that once belonged to their
until the item is washed. The stench is not as potent as a troglodyte’s Stench trait and imposes no conditions on those who catch a whiff of it.
The drow mage is deciding whether to kill the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
Curst
Gate The gate to Carceri stands in a ringed courtyard in the center of town. The ruddy, four-pillared metal arch swirls with carmine sand and tortured cries. Creatures that step into the
Carceri, creating one or more of the following effects in and around the gate-town: Ball and Chain. Creatures in Curst feel as though they’re dragging a ball and chain behind themselves and have their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
the cavern, venting their fury on intruders. The restless spirits hurl broken stalactites at unsuspecting entrants or toss creatures onto pointed stalagmites in the cavern. A cavity to the north
) checks made to hide in mud. Its speed isn’t reduced in difficult terrain composed of earth or mud. The elementals attack any creatures that approach the mud or the mounds of dried mud, but they don’t
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
of the chamber sometimes ripples or swirls ominously, perhaps in response to unpredictable desert winds, the dragon’s magic, or some creature lurking beneath the sand. Hoard Display. Just off the
the right of the den is a small chamber open to the sky that the dragon uses as a private entrance to the lair. A secret door prevents unwitting creatures from wandering directly into the den. Treasury
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
tongues capable of speech, and saplings weaned on the reservoir eventually uproot as wooden guardians that defend the town. Creatures that submerge themselves in the pond emerge in the untamed wilds of the
town’s center, its weathered visage and mossy limbs reflected in the pool’s sparkling ripples. Called Wrath by the animal kingdoms that came before, the guardian questions all who seek to enter the portal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
crawling on and around them. The vermin occasionally fight among themselves, but most of these creatures move sluggishly, as if the light has subdued them.
Glowing Pillars. The pillars emit magical
light, which pacifies the vermin and keeps their handlers safe. Creatures. Two Thayan apprentices (see appendix B) are feeding the vermin scraps and pig excrement from buckets. Six Thayan warriors (see
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
experiencing the vision, the characters wake to find their camp sacked and some of their belongings missing. The characters are the only creatures in the camp; no one else who might have been traveling
find a holy symbol for their chosen deity. As soon as a character touches the amulet, a pulse of divine energy ripples from them, causing the amulet to vanish from their hands. The pulse flattens the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
.
Two young remorhazes lurk at the bottom of the pool, which is 15 feet deep. Their tremorsense alerts them to the presence of intruders, and they attack immediately. The creatures’ bodies heat the
the cube ripples, as it seems to be putting out enough dry heat to warm the room.
A drow mage named Yilsebek Dalambra has turned this partially collapsed Netherese building into an outpost. From
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
warped by her presence, which creates one or more of the following effects: Spiders and insects within 1 mile of Arasta’s lair serve as her eyes and ears. Birds and other flying creatures are absent
trait: The nightmarish arachnid unleashes a shriek that sounds like a thousand spider carapaces scarring slate. In response, the ground ripples and bursts over the monster, revealing itself as a wave
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
the pool of water that fills the center of the area. Ripples spread across the surface as if the water has been recently disturbed. Around the cavern, narrow alcoves hold enormous globes of blue liquid
suspended in the air.
In the west side of the room is a black gate, and on the wall near it is a contact stone.
Creatures. One reduced-threat aboleth (see “Reduced-Threat Monsters” above) dwells
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
words.
3 37 Fruit begins mewling and giggling like delighted infants.
4 38 Hearth fires blaze or small fires start up, attracting small creatures to curl up in front of them.
5 39
shades of gray.
5 83 Creatures’ mouths momentarily vanish and they can’t make sounds or speak.
6 84 The sun momentarily melts, raining gold coins that vanish soon after landing.
Omens
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
creatures available for purchase in Port Nyanzaru. Statistics for the hadrosaurus, the deinonychus, and the flying monkey appear in appendix D. See the Monster Manual for all others. Beasts for Sale
Jessamine (N female Chultan human assassin, her hit point maximum reduced to 58) doesn’t speak often. When the council finds itself divided on an issue, however, Jessamine usually casts the deciding vote
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
atop a street-side soapbox. They attempt to goad a character into a cynical debate about the future of Sigil. Terraform Studios Creatures from every plane converge in
Sigil, the crossroads of the
where creatures can record and relive one another’s sensory experiences through sensory stones (see chapter 1 of this book). For a price of 10 gp, a client can feel the thrill of a researcher’s epiphany
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
skulls and pelts of various mountain-dwelling creatures. Seated by the fire is a wizened goliath with long white hair. A yeti fur cloak is draped over her stooped shoulders, and a tiger-sized feline
until after it rolls the d20 before deciding to use the runestone die, but must decide before the DM says whether the roll succeeds or fails. Once the runestone die is rolled, it is lost, and the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
toadstools. All are diminutive, jovial creatures—no more than three feet tall—wearing dapper, red clothing with gleaming buttons and buckles. Each wears a different style hat and regards you with
same time, even if they entered the alcove at different times. Leprechauns. The five creatures are leprechauns (see appendix B) named Brunnick, Cellia, Flenas, Layleen, and Nerwyn. They are mischievous
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
around the point where the characters descend. Creatures. After the first character has been at the bottom of the fissure for 2 rounds, a group of six giant rats notices the potential feast. Any character
1d4 rounds, as if affected by the polymorph spell. The snakes are compelled to attack any other creatures in the room. Treasure. In addition to opening the door, the key is worth 25 gp. RESTING
No
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
ability check, attack roll, or saving throw it makes. The creature can wait until after it rolls the d20 before deciding to use the number, but it must decide before the DM says whether the roll succeeds
or fails. A creature can’t gain this gift again until it finishes a long rest. Creatures that are blind or have a special form of sight (such as blindsight or truesight) can move through the area
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
. Blessed by Laogzed, the troglodytes are immune to the poisoned condition. Foul Welcome. Six troglodyte warriors lurk near the entry, waiting to ambush creatures arriving from the lesser caverns. The
corpses include dead explorers, troglodytes, and cave-dwelling creatures. A wicked spirit of hunger (use the wraith stat block) resides here, a sliver of the lesser god Laogzed’s power. The troglodytes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Wisdom (Perception) check spot faint marks on the ground that indicate several creatures were recently here but exited to the left. More recently, a trio of creatures exited to the right; these are
Layout. The githyanki describe the layout of areas B1 through area B9. They don’t know about the creatures currently lairing in area B3. Mind Flayer Fanatics. The githyanki overheard the musician in area
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
: confusion, fear
J8: Burbling Intersection Phosphorescent fungus growing throughout this side tunnel ripples with iridescent colors, and the walls glisten with a thin, moist sheen of mucus.
Natural
stairs lead down to a large grotto. Wordless burbling echoes from it.
The sound originates from the gibbering mouthers in the next cavern, although creatures in the tunnel are too far away to be
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Ruinous Citadel Locations The following locations are keyed to map 10.3. If the characters felled the Hurricane Tower, areas Y1 and area Y3–area Y6 are destroyed, as well as any creatures and objects
troops fighting elsewhere, and Jallizanx is deciding how to give directions the dim-witted kakkuus can be reasonably expected to convey. When they see the characters, the kakkuus rush into melee while
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
players and the DM. Group Design When selecting a feature, the characters must make decisions together — meaning the players must do the same. Deciding on the features of a headquarters should be a team
peering out through the statue’s large eyes. When the terrain is cluttered or subject to combat conditions, it can be hard to avoid creatures or objects smaller than a large building. A good idea is to swim
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
water flows from nozzles in the ceiling pipes. In the center of the room is a deep stone basin that’s set into the floor and filled to the brim. The surface ripples, revealing several watery creatures
inside. To the south, a closed door is padlocked.
See area C11 for more information about the padlocked door. A water elemental and two water weirds live in the 25-foot-deep fountain. These creatures
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
coins are an illusion. Physical inspection of the fountain, a detect magic spell, or a successful DC 12 Intelligence (Investigation) check reveals them as such. Scrying Statue. Creatures in the
Bounty. Named after a god of revelry, this game is played on a long table embroidered with a flat pattern of an unfolded, twenty-sided die. The game’s dealer is also its deciding piece: a spectator
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
. Lounging between the lava formations are two serpentine creatures with heat ripples and smoke rising from their bodies.
Two salamanders rest in these barracks, their bodies coiled to nestle into the
navigate its 20-foot elevation above the yard. A steel chain ladder coiled in a corner of the efreeti’s mouth can be lowered to allow access for non-flying creatures. Above the carved efreeti face, a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
somber hall (see “Crypt Hauntings” in the “Crypt Features” section). Returning the hall to silence by defeating or driving off the creatures in the watery room at the end of the hall (area P5) puts the
flooded pit. The dark water ripples and splashes strangely, as though something lurks deep within it.
The collapse that occurred here long ago disturbed an underground wellspring, flooding the whole






