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Fighter

Classes Player’s Handbook

mercenaries—as Fighters, they all share an unparalleled prowess with weapons and armor. And they are well acquainted with death, both meting it out and defying it. Fighters master various

weapon techniques, and a well-equipped Fighter always has the right tool at hand for any combat situation. Likewise, a Fighter is adept with every form of armor. Beyond that basic degree of familiarity

Rogue

Classes Player’s Handbook

skills that help them in a dungeon environment, such as climbing, finding and disarming traps, and opening locks. In combat, Rogues prioritize subtle strikes over brute strength. They would rather make

Druid

Classes Player’s Handbook

, individual Druids gain their magic from nature, a nature deity, or both, and they typically unite with other Druids to perform rites that mark the passage of the seasons and other natural cycles

regions of unspoiled nature, but when a significant danger arises, Druids take a more active role as adventurers who combat the threat. Becoming a Druid... As a Level 1 Character Gain all the

Bugbear Chief Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

Brute. A melee weapon deals one extra die of its damage when the bugbear hits with it (included in the attack). Heart of Hruggek. The bugbear has advantage on saving throws against being charmed

, frightened, paralyzed, poisoned, stunned, or put to sleep. Surprise Attack. If the bugbear surprises a creature and hits it with an attack during the first round of combat, the target takes an extra 7

Bugbear Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

Brute. A melee weapon deals one extra die of its damage when the bugbear hits with it (included in the attack). Surprise Attack. If the bugbear surprises a creature and hits it with an attack during

the first round of combat, the target takes an extra 7 (2d6);{"diceNotation":"2d6","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"Surprise Attack"} damage from the attack.Morningstar. Melee Weapon Attack: +4

King Grol Legacy

Monsters Lost Mine of Phandelver

Brute. A melee weapon deals one extra die of its damage when the bugbear hits with it (included in the attack). Surprise Attack. If the bugbear surprises a creature and hits it with an attack during

the first round of combat, the target takes an extra 7 (2d6);{"diceNotation":"2d6","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"Surprise Attack"} damage from the attack.Morningstar. Melee Weapon Attack: +4

Yuan-ti Malison (Type 3) Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

’t be bound for long by brute force, and that many creatures will refuse to serve. As a result, yuan-ti first influence other creatures with the promise of wealth and power. Time and again

are cunning and ruthless tacticians who readily sacrifice lesser yuan-ti if potential victory justifies such losses. They have no sense of honorable combat and strike first in decisive ambush if they

Rogue Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

skills that help them in a dungeon environment, such as climbing, finding and disarming traps, and opening locks. When it comes to combat, rogues prioritize cunning over brute strength. A rogue

variety of skills as they do to perfecting their combat abilities, giving them a broad expertise that few other characters can match. Many rogues focus on stealth and deception, while others refine the

Cleric Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

to those chosen to fulfill a high calling. Harnessing divine magic doesn’t rely on study or training. A cleric might learn formulaic prayers and ancient rites, but the ability to cast cleric

their combat training to let them wade into melee with the power of the gods on their side. Divine Agents Not every acolyte or officiant at a temple or shrine is a cleric. Some priests are called to

Rites

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

Rites Cult rituals are intense and often violent, including blood sacrifice and ritual combat. Many cultists consume unnatural substances, seeking a closer communion to aberrations. They perform rituals in Undercommon, though most cultists don’t have a full understanding of the language.

Skill and Precision

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

comes to combat, rogues prioritize cunning over brute strength. A rogue would rather make one precise strike, placing it exactly where the attack will hurt the target most, than wear an opponent down

Skill and Precision Rogues devote as much effort to mastering the use of a variety of skills as they do to perfecting their combat abilities, giving them a broad expertise that few other characters

Skill and Precision

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

comes to combat, rogues prioritize cunning over brute strength. A rogue would rather make one precise strike, placing it exactly where the attack will hurt the target most, than wear an opponent down

Skill and Precision Rogues devote as much effort to mastering the use of a variety of skills as they do to perfecting their combat abilities, giving them a broad expertise that few other characters

Fighter

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

—as Fighters, they all share an unparalleled prowess with weapons and armor. And they are well acquainted with death, both meting it out and defying it. Fighters master various weapon techniques, and

a well-equipped Fighter always has the right tool at hand for any combat situation. Likewise, a Fighter is adept with every form of armor. Beyond that basic degree of familiarity, each Fighter

Fighter

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

with weapons and armor. And they are well acquainted with death, both meting it out and defying it. Fighters master various weapon techniques, and a well-equipped Fighter always has the right tool at

hand for any combat situation. Likewise, a Fighter is adept with every form of armor. Beyond that basic degree of familiarity, each Fighter specializes in certain styles of combat. Some concentrate on

Creature Roles

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Flee, Mortals! Rule Primer

effectively in combat. Ambusher Ambushers are creatures who hide well—not just before an encounter, but during it. They utilize surprise and stealth to gain the upper hand. Artillery Artillery creatures

fight best from afar. Whether they wield arrows or magical rays, these creatures always try to keep a distance from their foes. Brute Brutes are hardy creatures who have lots of hit points and deal

Living Steel and Stone

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

based on the purpose for which it was designed. A juggernaut warrior is a massive brute with a heavy steel frame, while a skirmisher can be crafted from wood and light mithral to grant it lithe and

humanoids. A warforged can focus its mind on its body as it rests, adjusting its shape and form to assume one of a few defensive postures. A warforged who expects heavy combat might focus on durability, while during a time of peace they might be content to adopt a lighter, less aggressive form.

Desert Encounters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

Desert Encounters If the players are restless or spoiling for a fight, use the following encounters. Pesh and Shamir avoid combat and try their best to stay out of harm’s way. Wandering Monsters The

that these are the voices of evil wizards who are enduring an eternity of punishment for defying the gods and dooming the land to ruin. To the Bedine, the wind is an ill omen.

Bugbear

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

XP) Brute. A melee weapon deals one extra die of its damage when the bugbear hits with it (included in the attack). Surprise Attack. If the bugbear surprises a creature and hits it with an attack

during the first round of combat, the target takes an extra 7 (2d6) damage from the attack. Actions Morningstar. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d8 + 2) piercing

Bugbear Chief

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

, Goblin Challenge 3 (700 XP) Brute. A melee weapon deals one extra die of its damage when the bugbear hits with it (included in the attack). Heart of Hruggek. The bugbear has advantage on saving

combat, the target takes an extra 7 (2d6) damage from the attack. Actions Multiattack. The bugbear makes two melee attacks. Morningstar. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit

Bugbear

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

) Brute. A melee weapon deals one extra die of its damage when the bugbear hits with it (included in the attack). Surprise Attack. If the bugbear surprises a creature and hits it with an attack during

the first round of combat, the target takes an extra 7 (2d6) damage from the attack. Actions Morningstar. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d8 + 2) piercing damage

Rogue

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

Bladecutter When brute force won’t get the job done, or when magic isn’t available or appropriate, the rogue rises to the fore. With skills tied to stealth, subterfuge, and trickery, rogues can get

their way. On adventures, a rogue is likely to mix an outwardly cautious approach — few rogues enjoy combat — with a ravenous hunger for loot. Most of the time, in a rogue’s mind, taking up arms

Healers and Warriors

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

and ancient rites, but the ability to cast cleric spells relies on devotion and an intuitive sense of a deity’s wishes. Clerics combine the helpful magic of healing and inspiring their allies with

most from a mace to the head, clerics depend on their combat training to let them wade into melee with the power of the gods on their side.

Worshiping Mogis

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

Mogis and regularly hold bloody rites in his honor. Warchanters, the minotaur clergy of Mogis, whip their marauders into a near-mindless frenzy before battle; the ensuing slaughter gives glory to

a single being, the act of war personified. But the inherent tension between honor and brutality in combat led to a dichotomy of purpose too great for a single god to reconcile. Ripping himself apart

Healers and Warriors

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

and ancient rites, but the ability to cast cleric spells relies on devotion and an intuitive sense of a deity’s wishes. Clerics combine the helpful magic of healing and inspiring their allies with

most from a mace to the head, clerics depend on their combat training to let them wade into melee with the power of the gods on their side.

5. Slave Pens

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

requiring thieves’ tools and a successful DC 10 Dexterity check to pick. The doors can also be wrenched open by brute force with a successful DC 22 Strength check. Captives The three human commoners

imprisoned here are Mirna Dendrar and her two teenage children, thirteen-year-old Nars and eighteen-year-old Nilsa. A few days ago, the Redbrands murdered Mirna’s husband, Thel, for defying them. (His

Rogue

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

and disarming traps, and opening locks. In combat, Rogues prioritize subtle strikes over brute strength. They would rather make one precise strike than wear an opponent down with a barrage of blows

Shieldbearers

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

glory faded. Arayat grew up on the streets until luck brought him to the Radiant Citadel. He soon joined the Shieldbearers, which gave him meaning and purpose. Defying the odds, Arayat has survived

hundreds of deployments to the most dangerous situations across the founding civilizations and beyond. He is a master of the Dayawlongon martial art of eskrima and favors a pair of shortswords in combat

Druid

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

deity, or both, and they typically unite with other Druids to perform rites that mark the passage of the seasons and other natural cycles. Druids are concerned with the delicate ecological balance that

arises, Druids take a more active role as adventurers who combat the threat. Becoming a Druid... As a Level 1 Druid Gain all the traits in the Core Druid Traits table. Gain the Druid’s level 1 features

Character Creation

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

Character Creation In fairness, the giant had just been awakened. Still, not everyone would be able to bring down a brute twice the size of a city temple, even if it was in a stupor, so I guess I am

been able to easily master all manner of weapons, although for challenge I prefer to use my own fists in combat. But I boast too much. In truth, I am one of many who are blessed with the might of

Druid

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

, individual Druids gain their magic from nature, a nature deity, or both, and they typically unite with other Druids to perform rites that mark the passage of the seasons and other natural cycles. Druids are

unspoiled nature, but when a significant danger arises, Druids take a more active role as adventurers who combat the threat. Becoming a Druid... As a Level 1 Druid Gain all the traits in the Core

Shieldbearers

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Radiant Citadel

glory faded. Arayat grew up on the streets until luck brought him to the Radiant Citadel. He soon joined the Shieldbearers, which gave him meaning and purpose. Defying the odds, Arayat has survived

hundreds of deployments to the most dangerous situations across the founding civilizations and beyond. He is a master of the Dayawlongon martial art of eskrima and favors a pair of shortswords in combat

Rogue

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

them in a dungeon environment, such as climbing, finding and disarming traps, and opening locks. In combat, Rogues prioritize subtle strikes over brute strength. They would rather make one precise

Annam and the Ordning

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

and Rites. Thanks to his prolonged absence from mortal giants’ affairs, Annam has few priests. On some worlds, he has no priests and his name is all but forgotten. On other worlds, a priest of Annam

Annam retreated from the Material Plane. The saga of her effort to claim her full divine inheritance is a popular tale among giants who value guile and trickery over brute strength or magical might

Daughters of Sora Kell

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

the whole thing and still be hungry. She binds the souls of her victims to their skulls, which she keeps in her lair. Though many stories depict her as merely a brute, she is a clever strategist and

allies, or are they bitter rivals? Does Sora Kell support the nation of Droaam, or are the Daughters defying the wishes of their mother?

Strength

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

break something, to force your body through a space, or to otherwise apply brute force to a situation. The Athletics skill reflects aptitude in certain kinds of Strength checks. Athletics Your Strength

attacking with a melee weapon such as a mace, a battleaxe, or a javelin. You use melee weapons to make melee attacks in hand-to-hand combat, and some of them can be thrown to make a ranged attack

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