before bringing during contested reaction

Goose Mother

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

an extra reaction that can be used only for opportunity attack;opportunity attacks. Wakeful. While the Goose Mother sleeps, at least one of its heads is awake.Multiattack. The Goose Mother makes as

wilds have developed a symbiotic relationship with the Goose Mother, often bringing it fresh meat in exchange for the treasures inside its golden eggs. If you have Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

Adult Deep Dragon Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

creature within 30 feet of it that it can see. The target must succeed on a DC 16 Wisdom saving throw or use its reaction to make a melee weapon attack against a random creature within reach. If no

creatures are within reach, or the target can’t take a reaction, it takes 5 (1d10);{"diceNotation":"1d10", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Commanding Spores", "rollDamageType":"psychic"} psychic

Ancient Deep Dragon Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

around a creature within 30 feet of it that it can see. The target must succeed on a DC 19 Wisdom saving throw or use its reaction to make a melee weapon attack against a random creature within reach. If

no creatures are within reach, or the target can’t take a reaction, it takes 11 (2d10);{"diceNotation":"2d10", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Commanding Spores", "rollDamageType":"psychic

Action Options

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

get into position and onto the larger creature, the smaller creature uses its action to make a Strength (Athletics) or Dexterity (Acrobatics) check contested by the target’s Dexterity (Acrobatics

wall, or grabbing and throwing it—by making a Strength (Athletics) check contested by the smaller creature’s Strength (Athletics) or Dexterity (Acrobatics) check. The smaller creature chooses which

Harengon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

Harengon Harengons originated in the Feywild, where they spoke Sylvan and embodied the spirit of freedom and travel. In time, these rabbitfolk hopped into other worlds, bringing the fey realm’s

. When you fail a Dexterity saving throw, you can use your reaction to roll a d4 and add it to the save, potentially turning the failure into a success. You can’t use this reaction if you’re prone or

Melee Attacks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

make the opportunity attack, you use your reaction to make one melee attack against the provoking creature. The attack occurs right before the creature leaves your reach. You can avoid provoking an

opportunity attack by taking the Disengage action. You also don’t provoke an opportunity attack when you teleport or when someone or something moves you without using your movement, action, or reaction

Campaign Events

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

. Established territories are suddenly contested or might be undefended against other perils. The dragon’s hoard represents tremendous wealth flowing through a single region. Entire populations of

mythical creatures emerge from hiding or a long hibernation. What drove them away, and what is bringing them back? Another possibility is that dragons are responsible for the near-extinction of some other

Melee Attacks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

make the opportunity attack, you use your reaction to make one melee attack against the provoking creature. The attack occurs right before the creature leaves your reach. You can avoid provoking an

opportunity attack by taking the Disengage action. You also don't provoke an opportunity attack when you teleport or when someone or something moves you without using your movement, action, or reaction

Mastermind

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

while a creature within 5 feet of you is granting you cover against that attack, you can use your reaction to have the attack target that creature instead of you. Soul of Deceit Starting at 17th

level, your thoughts can’t be read by telepathy or other means, unless you allow it. You can present false thoughts by succeeding on a Charisma (Deception) check contested by the mind reader’s Wisdom

Mastermind

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

, you can use your reaction to have the attack target that creature instead of you. Soul of Deceit Starting at 17th level, your thoughts can’t be read by telepathy or other means, unless you allow it

. You can present false thoughts by making a Charisma (Deception) check contested by the mind reader’s Wisdom (Insight) check. Additionally, no matter what you say, magic that would determine if you

Darklake Creature Encounters

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

for the Prince of Demons!” in Abyssal. A merrow can use its action to capsize a boat or raft within 5 feet of it. Anyone in the boat can thwart the merrow by using a reaction to make a Strength check

contested by the merrow’s Strength check. If the merrow wins the contest, the vessel capsizes. Stirges These stirges cling to the ceiling like bats. If the party is aware of the stirges, the

College of Whispers

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

humanoid’s persona. When a humanoid dies within 30 feet of you, you can magically capture its shadow using your reaction. You retain this shadow until you use it or you finish a long rest. You can use the

through this disguise by succeeding on a Wisdom (Insight) check contested by your Charisma (Deception) check. You gain a +5 bonus to your check. Once you capture a shadow with this feature, you can’t

Courthouse: Summer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

wrest the stone from them during the chaos of the jailbreak. If the characters refuse to play along, the doppelganger cries out in alarm, bringing the full weight of the courthouse garrison (ten guards

their case while he asks questions. A character who tries to deceive Zastro must make a Charisma (Deception) check contested by the magister’s Wisdom (Insight) check. A character who loses this contest

College of Swords

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

lives. One blade might use a circus troupe as cover for nefarious deeds such as assassination, robbery, and blackmail. Other blades strike at the wicked, bringing justice to bear against the cruel and

die. You can also push the target up to 5 feet away from you, plus a number of feet equal to the number you roll on that die. You can then immediately use your reaction to move up to your walking speed

Giants

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

WALKER) Doomwake Giant Belief is a powerful force in Theros, capable of bringing about wonders and changing the world—but not always for the better. Doomwake giants arise from pernicious fears that

one reaction on every turn in a combat. Vigilant. The giant can’t be surprised. Actions Multiattack. The giant makes four longsword attacks or two rock attacks. Longsword. Melee Weapon Attack

Goose Mother

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Four

Eldraine. Other times, the eggs contain trinkets or valuables. The fae folk of Eldraine’s wilds have developed a symbiotic relationship with the Goose Mother, often bringing it fresh meat in exchange for

an extra reaction that can be used only for opportunity attacks. Wakeful. While the Goose Mother sleeps, at least one of its heads is awake. Actions Multiattack. The Goose Mother makes as many

Stage 1: The Dran & Courtier?

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

, pale-eyed description. Forgetful Owner. Prophetess “Propha” Dran, the proprietor of the Dran & Courtier, manages the bar ably, pouring drinks and bringing out platters of food (no charge). She appears

the characters. When Propha is asked any questions, characters can attempt a Wisdom (Insight) check contested by the doppelganger’s Charisma (Deception) check, which is usually made with advantage

Reghed Nomads

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

attack against the target as a reaction. Javelin. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 30/120 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) piercing damage. [Tooltip Not Found] Tribe

members don’t think it will survive much longer under its current leadership. To swell its ranks, chieftains have resorted to bringing outsiders into the fold, including outcasts from Ten-Towns

Maelstrom Level 2

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

important information about her father!” or “Princess Serissa told you that we were coming, or have you forgotten?” Have the liar make a Charisma (Deception) check contested by the giants’ Wisdom (Insight

patient and listens intently to what they have to say. If the characters express interest in bringing an end to the unrest in giant society, she hands them the wooden coin and asks them to find out

Lair Locations

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

reaction to intruders, assuming he is not immediately attacked, will be one of mild surprise, asking them who they are, where they come from, who sent them, and so forth. He knows they are not ambassadors

about the planned attack on the sahuagin lair. Further, he offers to arrange an immediate meeting between the characters and the queen, with the purpose of bringing humans into the alliance. On a failed

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