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Monsters
Monster Manual
Sunlight Sensitivity. While in sunlight, the wight has Disadvantage on ability checks and attack rolls.Multiattack. The wight makes two attacks, using Necrotic Sword or Necrotic Bow in any
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Necrotic Bow. Ranged Attack Roll: +4;{"diceNotation":"1d20+4", "rollType":"to hit", "rollAction":"Necrotic Bow"}, range 150/600 ft. Hit: 6
Monsters
Monster Manual
", "rollAction":"Great Bow", "rollDamageType":"Cold"} Cold damage, and the target’s Speed decreases by 10 feet until the end of its next turn.ColdWar Cry (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType
Multiattack. The giant makes two attacks, using Frost Axe or Great Bow in any combination.
Frost Axe. Melee Attack Roll: +9;{"diceNotation":"1d20+9", "rollType":"to hit", "rollAction":"Frost Axe
Spells
Player’s Handbook
. In combat, the creature shares your Initiative count, but it takes its turn immediately after yours. It obeys your verbal commands (no action required by you). If you don’t issue any, it takes
a number of attacks equal to half this spell’s level (round down).
Radiant Bow (Avenger Only). Ranged Attack Roll: Bonus equals your spell attack modifier, range 600 ft. Hit: 2d6 + 2 + the
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
called stratians, number among the fiercest soldiers on Theros. They train relentlessly and possess unflinching resolve. In the annals of Akros, tales abound of squads of stratians that defended a
glorification of the warrior's spirit, the basis of an ethos that forges an unbreakable bond between members of a military unit. In combat, hoplites typically work in groups and use coordinated tactics to
Sahuagin Baron
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Monsters
Monster Manual (2014)
self-styled rulers of sahuagin ocean domains are massive mutant males that grow second sets of arms. They are terrible foes in battle, and all sahuagin bow down before these powerful barons.
Way of
devils have adapted to combat their ancient foes. A sahuagin born near enough to an aquatic elf community can enter the world as a malenti — a sahuagin that physically resembles an aquatic elf in
Sahuagin Priestess
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Monsters
Monster Manual (2014)
massive mutant males that grow second sets of arms. They are terrible foes in battle, and all sahuagin bow down before these powerful barons.
Way of the Shark. Sahuagin worship the shark god Sekolah. Only
maritime trade and drawing other races into the bloody conflict.
So intense is sahuagin hatred for the aquatic elves that the sea devils have adapted to combat their ancient foes. A sahuagin born near
Magic Items
Storm King's Thunder
used as part of rituals to resolve disputes. The gavel has the following properties.
Arbiter’s Shield. At the start of every combat, attack rolls against you have disadvantage before the start of
Monsters
Tomb of Annihilation
spells on herself before combat.
Death Curse. Syndra’s hit point maximum has been reduced to 79 by the Soulmonger’s death curse, and it decreases by 1 every midnight. If her hit point
Fighter
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Classes
Basic Rules (2014)
Specialists
Fighters learn the basics of all combat styles. Every fighter can swing an axe, fence with a rapier, wield a longsword or a greatsword, use a bow, and even trap foes in a net with some degree of
exquisite bow. The half-orc nearby shouts orders, helping the two combatants coordinate their assault to the best advantage.
A dwarf in chain mail interposes his shield between the ogre’s club
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
turn in combat, roll a d6. If you roll a 1, it retreats from combat if possible. It otherwise keeps fighting.
7
Overheats. Roll a d6 at the start of the clockwork’s turn. If you roll a 1
, the clockwork is incapacitated until the end of its turn.
8
Rusty Gears. The clockwork has disadvantage on initiative rolls, and its speed decreases by 10 feet.
PoisonReel In. The clockwork pulls the creature grappled by its Harpoon up to 20 feet closer.
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
points or fewer at the start of its turn in combat, roll a d6. If you roll a 1, it retreats from combat if possible. It otherwise keeps fighting.
7
Overheats. Roll a d6 at the start of the
clockwork’s turn. If you roll a 1, the clockwork is incapacitated until the end of its turn.
8
Rusty Gears. The clockwork has disadvantage on initiative rolls, and its speed decreases by 10 feet.
Poison
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
of its turn in combat, roll a d6. If you roll a 1, it retreats from combat if possible. It otherwise keeps fighting.
7
Overheats. Roll a d6 at the start of the clockwork’s turn. If you
roll a 1, the clockwork is incapacitated until the end of its turn.
8
Rusty Gears. The clockwork has disadvantage on initiative rolls, and its speed decreases by 10 feet.
Poison
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
turn in combat, roll a d6. If you roll a 1, it retreats from combat if possible. It otherwise keeps fighting.
7
Overheats. Roll a d6 at the start of the clockwork’s turn. If you roll a 1
, the clockwork is incapacitated until the end of its turn.
8
Rusty Gears. The clockwork has disadvantage on initiative rolls, and its speed decreases by 10 feet.
Poison
Elf
Legacy
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Species
Basic Rules (2014)
insults with vengeance.
Like the branches of a young tree, elves are flexible in the face of danger. They trust in diplomacy and compromise to resolve differences before they escalate to violence. They
skill with sword, bow, and strategy.
Hidden Woodland Realms
Most elves dwell in small forest villages hidden among the trees. Elves hunt game, gather food, and grow vegetables, and their skill and
Summon Celestial
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Spells
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
ally to you and your companions. In combat, the creature shares your initiative count, but it takes its turn immediately after yours. It obeys your verbal commands (no action required by you). If you
;— Proficiency Bonus equals your bonus
Actions
Multiattack. The celestial makes a number of attacks equal to half this spell’s level (rounded down).
Radiant Bow (Avenger Only
Ranger
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Classes
Basic Rules (2014)
of steel, cutting down one enemy after another. After tumbling away from a cone of freezing air, an elf finds her feet and draws back her bow to loose an arrow at the white dragon. Shrugging off the
the creature while he readies his bow. Far from the bustle of cities and towns, past the hedges that shelter the most distant farms from the terrors of the wild, amid the dense-packed trees of
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
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
the materials used and honest about their purpose.PoisonReduce (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). For 1 minute, the duergar magically decreases in size, along with anything it is wearing or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy
appendix B. The ship is equipped with two ballista and a mangonel, each on a rotating mount. The tentacles at the ship’s bow also act as a piercing ram. Squid Ship Summary Armor Class 15 (wood) Cargo
: 20 tons Hit Points: 300 Crew: 13 Damage Threshold: 15 Keel/Beam: 250 ft./25 ft. Speed: Fly 30 ft. (3½ mph) Cost: 25,000 gp Using Roles in Combat During each round of combat, a ship has its own turn
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
+ 6) Slashing damage plus 9 (2d8) Cold damage.
Great Bow. Ranged Attack Roll: +9, range 150/600 ft. Hit: 17 (2d10 + 6) Piercing damage plus 7 (2d6) Cold damage, and the target’s Speed decreases by
skin and hair of icy hues. Their natural immunity to cold allows them to flourish in places inhospitable to most other creatures. They use this resilience to aid them when hunting and in combat
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Attack Rolls In combat, an attack roll is used to determine whether an attack hits. You can also use attack rolls to resolve noncombat activities that are similar to attacks in combat, such as an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Well-Rounded Specialists Fighters learn the basics of all combat styles. Every fighter can swing an axe, fence with a rapier, wield a longsword or a greatsword, use a bow, and even trap foes in a net
with some degree of skill. Likewise, a fighter is adept with shields and every form of armor. Beyond that basic degree of familiarity, each fighter specializes in a certain style of combat. Some
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Well-Rounded Specialists Fighters learn the basics of all combat styles. Every fighter can swing an axe, fence with a rapier, wield a longsword or a greatsword, use a bow, and even trap foes in a net
with some degree of skill. Likewise, a fighter is adept with shields and every form of armor. Beyond that basic degree of familiarity, each fighter specializes in a certain style of combat. Some
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Running Social Interaction During a social interaction, the adventurers usually have a goal. They want to extract information, secure aid, win someone’s trust, escape punishment, avoid combat
rarely come into play. Other DMs resolve interactions by having characters make Charisma checks. Most games fall somewhere in between, balancing roleplaying with the occasional ability check.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Attack The most common action to take in combat is the Attack action, whether you are swinging a sword, firing an arrow from a bow, or brawling with your fists. With this action, you make one melee
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Attack The most common action to take in combat is the Attack action, whether you are swinging a sword, firing an arrow from a bow, or brawling with your fists. With this action, you make one melee
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
, using Necrotic Sword or Necrotic Bow in any combination. It can replace one attack with a use of Life Drain.
Necrotic Sword. Melee Attack Roll: +4, reach 5 ft. Hit: 6 (1d8 + 2) Slashing damage plus 4
(1d8) Necrotic damage.
Necrotic Bow. Ranged Attack Roll: +4, range 150/600 ft. Hit: 6 (1d8 + 2) Piercing damage plus 4 (1d8) Necrotic damage.
Life Drain. Constitution Saving Throw: DC 13, one
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
branches of a young tree, elves are flexible in the face of danger. They trust in diplomacy and compromise to resolve differences before they escalate to violence. They have been known to retreat
from intrusions into their woodland homes, confident that they can simply wait the invaders out. But when the need arises, elves reveal a stern martial side, demonstrating skill with sword, bow, and strategy.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
branches of a young tree, elves are flexible in the face of danger. They trust in diplomacy and compromise to resolve differences before they escalate to violence. They have been known to retreat
from intrusions into their woodland homes, confident that they can simply wait the invaders out. But when the need arises, elves reveal a stern martial side, demonstrating skill with sword, bow, and strategy.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Social Interaction During a social interaction, the adventurers usually have a goal. They want to extract information, secure aid, win someone’s trust, escape punishment, avoid combat, negotiate a
roleplaying exercise, where dice rarely come into play. Other DMs prefer to resolve the outcome of an interaction by having characters make Charisma checks. Either approach works, and most games fall
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
characters don’t need to take turns, but you need to give each player a chance to tell you what their character is doing so you can decide how to resolve everyone’s actions. In combat, everyone takes
chapter 2 offers advice on combat. Spellcasting. If a character casts a spell, you can usually let the player tell you what the spell does and how to resolve it. If questions arise, read the text of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Speed A creature has a Speed, which is the distance in feet the creature can cover when it moves on its turn. See also “Climbing,” “Crawling,” “Flying,” “Jumping,” “Swimming” and chapter 1 (“Combat
leap into the air to fly 20 feet more. Changes to Your Speeds. If an effect increases or decreases your Speed for a time, any special speed you have increases or decreases by an equal amount for the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
” (“Combat”). Special Speeds. Some creatures have special speeds, such as a Burrow Speed, Climb Speed, Fly Speed, or Swim Speed, each of which is defined in this glossary. If you have more than one speed
feet, and leap into the air to fly 20 feet more. Changes to Your Speeds. If an effect increases or decreases your Speed for a time, any special speed you have increases or decreases by an equal amount
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
bookshelf. Outside combat, the characters don’t need to take turns, but you need to give each player a chance to tell you what their character is doing so you can decide how to resolve everyone’s
actions. In combat, everyone takes turns in Initiative order. Step 3: Describe What Happens After the players describe their characters’ actions, it’s the DM’s job to resolve those actions, guided by the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
danger. During the storm, any checks made to resolve hazards or manage the ship are made with disadvantage. Evocation These ferocious storms are wracked with thunderbolts, driving sheets of acid rain
quality. On a 10 or less, the crew’s quality decreases by 1, and 1d6 members of the crew are killed. Illusion A storm brimming with illusions poses little direct harm to a ship, but experienced
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Casualties Slaying a ship’s crew reduces the number of actions most ships can take, making the crew a tempting target in combat. Resolve individual attacks as normal, using the guidelines for
Crew in Combat Managing a ship’s entire crew in combat can prove cumbersome, especially as larger ships often host dozens of sailors. Typically the crew is too busy managing the ship to do anything