before both dwelling claws return

Vampire Infernalist

Monsters Astarion's Book of Hungers

, the vampire uses Shape-Shift to become mist (no action required). If it can’t use Shape-Shift, it is destroyed. While it has 0 Hit Points in mist form, it can’t return to its vampire form

is a Medium or smaller creature, it has the Grappled condition (escape DC 17) from one of two claws. Bite (Imp or Vampire Form Only). Constitution Saving Throw: DC 18, one creature within 5 feet

Barovian Witch

Monsters Curse of Strahd

laughter 2nd level (2 slots): alter self, invisibilityClaws (Requires Alter Self). Melee Weapon Attack: +3;{"diceNotation":"1d20+3","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Claws"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target

. Hit: 4 (1d6 + 1);{"diceNotation":"1d6+1","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Claws","rollDamageType":"slashing"} slashing damage. This attack is magical. Dagger. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +2

Troglodyte Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

attacks: one with its bite and two with its claws. Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +4;{"diceNotation":"1d20+4","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Bite"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 4 (1d4 + 2

in the Abyss. Laogzed offers the troglodytes nothing in return except aspiration, for it is the dream of his troglodyte worshipers to become as well-fed and wearily content as he seems to be.

Snow Sphinx

monsters

whips around a feline face, revealing piercing blue eyes that can freeze foes with a single glance. Compared to its desert-dwelling cousins, this sphinx is far less likely to be defeated with reason or

logic. Although a snow sphinx can speak, it generally greets its prey with claws and teeth rather than riddles or philosophical conversation. Physically, this fearsome creature is well adapted to harsh

Blindheim

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

humanoids have the ability to project intense, blinding light from their eyes. Dwelling on the fringes of the Underdark, blindheims are opportunistic ambushers who can be swayed into service with

travelers. They typically make a cautious approach to stronger creatures, speaking in halting, croaking Undercommon to offer their services in return for fresh food, metal weapons, and trinkets from

Amble

Monsters Locathah Rising

assume the beast's hit points and Hit Dice. When Amble reverts to their normal form, they return to the number of hit points they had before they transformed. However, if Amble reverts as a result of

their beast form. Transforming doesn't break Amble's concentration on a spell they've already cast however, or prevent them from taking actions that are part of a spell. Claws. Melee Weapon Attack

Girallon

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

looks like an oversized, four-armed ape with grayish-tan skin and white fur. Its vicious fangs and claws reveal it to be a monstrous predator. Girallons are most common in temperate or warm forest

out across the world. Numerous creatures have tried to tame, subjugate, or cooperate with the monsters. For instance, some forest-dwelling peoples capture girallons and train them to serve as sentinels

Adult Red Dracolich Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

effects.Multiattack. The dracolich can use its Frightful Presence. It then makes three attacks: one with its bite and two with its claws. Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +14;{"diceNotation":"1d20+14

to half its flying speed.A Red Dracolich's Lair Red dracoliches lair in high mountains or hills, dwelling in caverns under snow-capped peaks, or within the deep halls of abandoned mines and dwarven

Ancient Red Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

bite and two with its claws. Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +17;{"diceNotation":"1d20+17","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Bite"} to hit, reach 15 ft., one target. Hit: 21 (2d10 + 10);{"diceNotation

hills, dwelling in caverns under snow-capped peaks, or within the deep halls of abandoned mines and dwarven strongholds. Caves with volcanic or geothermal activity are the most highly prized red dragon

Adult Red Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

bite and two with its claws. Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +14;{"diceNotation":"1d20+14","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Bite"} to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 19 (2d10 + 8);{"diceNotation":"2d10

, dwelling in caverns under snow-capped peaks, or within the deep halls of abandoned mines and dwarven strongholds. Caves with volcanic or geothermal activity are the most highly prized red dragon lairs

Theran Chimera

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

level or lower, the spell has no effect on the chimera and instead targets the caster.Multiattack. The chimera makes three attacks: one with its claws, one with its head, and one with its tail. When its

breath weapon is available, it can use the breath in place of its head or its claws. Claws. Melee Weapon Attack: +7;{"diceNotation":"1d20+7","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Claws"} to hit, reach 5

Farastu Demodand

Monsters Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse

creature, it has the grappled condition (escape DC 15, with disadvantage). The farastu has two claws, each of which can grapple one creature. Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +9;{"diceNotation":"1d20+9

’re doomed to return; a demodand that dies outside Carceri re-forms there in a torturous process that takes 2d20;{"diceNotation":"2d20", "rollType":"roll", "rollAction":"Days"} days. Even those who

Gnoll Vampire

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

rolls and ability checks.Multiattack (Vampire Form Only). The vampire makes two attacks: one with its bite and one with its claws. Bite (Hyena or Vampire Form Only). Melee Weapon Attack: +8

reduced to 0. Claws (Vampire Form Only). Melee Weapon Attack: +8;{"diceNotation":"1d20+8","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Claws"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (2d4 + 5);{"diceNotation

Crab Folk

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

can't make attacks with that claw against other targets. The crab folk has two claws, each of which can grapple only one target.The crab folk are the result of a magical ritual used long ago by a mighty

minds a few simple commands to help them with their tasks. She gave them the tenacity and toughness of a crab to augment their strength, grasping claws to help them claim the treasures she loved, and a

Adult Amethyst Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

. They all hope to ascend to godhood, perhaps recreating or replacing Sardior. Connected Creatures Amethyst dragons are generally aloof creatures, dwelling in isolation for long periods of time

Merfolk dwelling near an adult amethyst dragon;adult amethyst dragon's lair are under threat from sahuagin raiders. 2 Clusters of shrieker;shriekers serve as a warning system in the tunnels of an

Zikzokrishka

Monsters Candlekeep Mysteries

effects.Multiattack. Zikzokrishka can use its Frightful Presence. It then makes three attacks: one with its bite and two with its claws. Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +13;{"diceNotation":"1d20+13

, having long ago prepared a dragon’s corpse to house her spirit upon its return to the phylactery.Lair Actions. On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties) whenever she is in the are V3

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

hidden that the surface-dwelling citizens in the area often don’t know what lies beneath them. Because the kobolds make sure they stay out of the way of anyone more dangerous than themselves, grow

against the wall can become a miniature storm of fangs and claws as it desperately tries to defend its life. Likewise, kinship to their own tribe can prompt kobolds to battle another kobold tribe for

Tabaxi Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

stories, artifacts, and lore. Those who survive this period of wanderlust return home in their elder years to share news of the outside world. In this manner, the tabaxi remain isolated but never ignorant

wanderers keep to civilized realms, preferring to bargain instead of pursuing more dangerous methods of sating their curiosity. However, they aren’t above a little discreet theft to get their claws

Sibriex

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

sibriexes can graft on new body parts to give the demons greater strength, vision, or stamina. Sibriexes never give aid freely, though; they demand a service or a treasure in return for the flesh

target’s hands grow claws, which can be used as dagger;daggers. 16–20 One of the target’s legs grows longer than the other, reducing its walking speed by 10 feet. 21&ndash

Klauth

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

ring of cold resistance.Multiattack. Klauth can use his Frightful Presence. He then makes three attacks: one with his bite and two with his claws. Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +18;{"diceNotation":"1d20

kindness for creatures he doesn’t think can harm him.A Red Dragon’s Lair Red dragons lair in high mountains or hills, dwelling in caverns under snow-capped peaks, or within the deep halls

Ancient Amethyst Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

godhood, perhaps recreating or replacing Sardior. Connected Creatures Amethyst dragons are generally aloof creatures, dwelling in isolation for long periods of time and rarely cultivating

, requiring no spell components and targeting any body of water in that region. If the dragon dies, the populations of aquatic life near the lair return to normal levels over the course of 1d10

Wyrmdoom Crag

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

Crag who wants to return home. The characters seek to end the feud between the goliaths of Skytower Shelter and Wyrmdoom Crag. (The characters will need to visit both locations to succeed in their

mission.) The Wyrmdoom goliaths are willing to share their dwelling with travelers and guests, but they hold a strong dislike for the goliaths of Skytower Shelter. The characters can learn the cause of that resentment by speaking to Ogolai, chieftain of the Thuunlakalaga clan.

Environment

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

, and ready sources of food. Although lairing in these locations puts kobolds in competition with surface-dwelling humanoids, their ability to avoid detection often means their warrens go unnoticed by

invaders and in return providing services such as excavating new living spaces and disposing of trash. If it’s unlucky, the tribe is enslaved by the other humanoids, and the kobolds serve similar roles but under threat of death.

Prophecy of Prophecies

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

decided not to return to the Underdark. They settled around the dome and cut themselves off from their deep-dwelling kin. The kagu-svirfneblin are now quite old, even by gnomish standards. In their

Running This Chapter

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

Running This Chapter The characters start this chapter knowing that a trio of mind flayers are preparing a ritual to transform surface-dwelling Humanoids into mind flayers. The ritual will certainly

is viable. The characters’ best option is to return to Phandalin and share what they’ve discovered with a knowledgeable ally, such as Gwyn Oresong or Rivibiddel. Shortly after returning to Phandalin

Blue Slaad

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

Blue Slaad Almost as numerous as red slaadi, blue slaadi are muscular brutes with vicious blades extending from the backs of their claws. These claws carry a magical curse called chaos phage, which

. Constitution Saving Throw: DC 15. Failure: The target is cursed. The cursed target can’t regain Hit Points, and its Hit Point maximum decreases by 10 (3d6) after every 24 hours and doesn’t return to normal

Barbed Devil

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

fiend warlords, archdevils, and similarly powerful villains. In return, barbed devils gain protection for their own collections. Many barbed devils also maintain networks of imps that search the

spells and other magical effects. Actions Multiattack. The devil makes one Claws attack and one Tail attack, or it makes two Hurl Flame attacks. Claws. Melee Attack Roll: +6, reach 5 ft. Hit: 10

Appendix: Festive Monsters

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->One-Shot Wonders: Holiday Adventure Pack

single glance. Compared to its desert-dwelling cousins, this sphinx is far less likely to be defeated with reason or logic. Although a snow sphinx can speak, it generally greets its prey with claws and

Random Encounters (A-C)

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

(who has darkvision) or catch her by surprise. This Barovian witch is one of the servants of Strahd dwelling in area K56. She is calling out the name of her black cat familiar, which has gone missing

knife blades for claws and retractable teeth. 2 A smiling jester marionette with tangled strings and tiny copper bells sewn into its cap. 3 A wooden puzzle box, 6 inches on a side, carved with

V2: Godshead Crossing

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves

Conqueror, a githyanki. Deep gouges from massive claws pierce the stone head on either side. As a Study action, a character can examine the claw marks and make a DC 15 Intelligence (Nature) check. On a

flowers bloom, it is time for Xabazhut to return to his slumber (see “Nature Lovers”). These flowers have slender petals like tongues of flame surrounding bright yellow centers, and the flowers’ oblong

Look Out Above

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

peryton makes frequent passes over the island nowadays, hoping to spot survivors of the recent attack that it can devour. If the characters arrive by day, Rasp welcomes them with its claws and beak. It

is smart enough to not fight to the death, though, and it leaves the island to return to one of its mainland lairs if reduced to half its hit points or fewer. If Rasp reduces a character to 0 hit

Barovian Witch

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

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

Sisters of Strahd. Barovian witches have no scruples. They will deal with anyone in return for power. They will also betray anyone for the same reason. The only thing they fear is Strahd, and his

Lamia

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

villages, concealed by the lamia’s magic as they attack. A lamia has a beautiful humanoid upper body that merges into a powerful four-legged leonine form. Its vicious black claws speak to its

makes two attacks: one with its claws and one with its dagger or Intoxicating Touch. Claws. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 14 (2d10 + 3) slashing damage. Dagger

Crawling Claw

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

Crawling Claw “Makes you wonder what can be done with all those other murderer parts, doesn’t it?” —Evangeliza Lavain, necromancer Crawling claws are the severed hands of murderers animated by

dark magic so that they can go on killing. Wizards and warlocks of a dark bent use crawling claws as extra hands in their labors. Magical Origins. Through dark necromantic rituals, the life force of a

The Quest Board

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sleeping Dragon’s Wake

town council. The council members are unable to provide context beyond what is written on the board. When the characters return to the fishery after completing a quest, the council pays the reward

temple called the Tower of Storms. Now a strange boat or dead creature seems to be beached near the tower. Investigate this strange occurrence, kill or rout any cultists that might be there, then return

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