begin bad diffusing continues reduced

Sammaster (Dracolich Form)

Monsters Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn

until he is reduced to 0 Hit Points. If Sammaster is reduced to 0 Hit Points, his dracolich form dissolves to dust. After 1d10;{"diceNotation":"1d10", "rollType":"roll", "rollAction":"Soul Gem"} days

Immunity to Acid, Necrotic, Poison, and Psychic damage. The gem regains all its Hit Points at the end of every turn, but it turns to dust if reduced to 0 Hit Points.Multiattack. Sammaster makes three Rend

Sammaster (Lich Form)

Monsters Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn

Resistance. Sammaster has Advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects. Soul Gem. If Sammaster is reduced to 0 Hit Points while his magical soul gem exists, his lich form dissolves

Tiny object that has AC 20; HP 50; and Immunity to Acid, Necrotic, Poison, and Psychic damage. The gem regains all its Hit Points at the end of every turn, but it turns to dust if reduced to 0 Hit Points

Ironscale Hydra

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

hibernation during which it continues to grow. When it awakens, it goes on a feeding rampage, so beginning the cycle once again. These rhythms of destruction sometimes become so ingrained in the minds and

lore of a people that, even after a hydra’s defeat, the beast might reappear as a Nyxborn being and begin its legend anew.Acid

Clay Golem Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

continues to do so until it is destroyed or regains all its hit points. Immutable Form. The golem is immune to any spell or effect that would alter its form. Magic Resistance. The golem has advantage on

":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage. If the target is a creature, it must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or have its hit point maximum reduced by an amount equal to the damage taken. The target

Reduced-threat Clay Golem

Monsters Tales from the Yawning Portal

continues to do so until it is destroyed or regains all its hit points. Immutable Form. The golem is immune to any spell or effect that would alter its form. Magic Resistance. The golem has advantage on

saving throws against spells and other magical effects. Magic Weapons. The golem's weapon attacks are magical. Reduced Threat. This creature has -2 penalty on all ability checks and saving

King Jhaeros

Monsters Keys from the Golden Vault

is near enough to move to and attack, Jhaeros attacks an object, with preference for an object smaller than himself. Once Jhaeros goes berserk, he continues to do so until he is destroyed or regains

Constitution saving throw or have its hit point maximum reduced by an amount equal to the damage taken. The target dies if this attack reduces its hit point maximum to 0. The reduction lasts until removed by the

Reduced-threat Flesh Golem

Monsters Tales from the Yawning Portal

. Once the golem goes berserk, it continues to do so until it is destroyed or regains all its hit points. The golem's creator, if within 60 feet of the berserk golem, can try to calm it by speaking

. The golem's weapon attacks are magical. Reduced Threat. This creature has -2 penalty on all ability checks and saving throws.Multiattack. The golem makes two slam attacks. Slam. Melee Weapon Attack

Catoblepas

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

necrotic damage. The target dies if reduced to 0 hit points by this ray.The catoblepas is as loathsome as the vile swamplands in which it lives, a conglomeration of bloated buffalo, dinosaur, warthog

the creature has such a feared reputation that stories about it are ingrained in the popular culture. Any rumor of a catoblepas taking up residence nearby is taken to be a bad omen, even if the rumor is

Polukranos

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

period of hibernation during which it continues to grow. When it awakens, it goes on a feeding rampage, so beginning the cycle once again. These rhythms of destruction sometimes become so ingrained in

the minds and lore of a people that, even after a hydra’s defeat, the beast might reappear as a Nyxborn being and begin its legend anew.Acid

Urchin Legacy

Backgrounds Player’s Handbook (2014)

recuperate. You’ve survived despite all odds, and did so through cunning, strength, speed, or some combination of each. You begin your adventuring career with enough money to live modestly but

I eat like a pig and have bad manners. 6 I think anyone who’s nice to me is hiding evil intent. 7 I don’t like to bathe. 8 I bluntly say what other people are hinting at

Animate Objects Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

, Huge targets count as eight objects. You can't animate any object larger than Huge. Each target animates and becomes a creature under your control until the spell ends or until reduced to 0 hit points

particular chamber or corridor. If you issue no commands, the creature only defends itself against hostile creatures. Once given an order, the creature continues to follow it until its task is complete

Dullahan

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Headless Summoning (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). If the dullahan is reduced to 0 hit points, it doesn’t die or fall unconscious. Instead, it regains 97 hit points. In addition, it

a specific location their battlefield. This gives rise to stories of haunted battlegrounds, ruins, roads, river crossings and other strategic locations where a dullahan continues a terrifying

Draconic Shard

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

is turned; until it is reduced to 0 hit points; or until an effect that ends possession, such as a dispel evil and good spell, is used on it. When it leaves the object, it reappears in the nearest

. In this vessel, a draconic shard continues to pursue the interests and struggles that drove the dragon, perhaps even accompanying adventurers in the guise of an intelligent magic item and steering

Olhydra

Monsters Princes of the Apocalypse

hit points for each elemental she summons. Summoned elementals have maximum hit points, appear within 100 feet of Olhydra, and disappear if Olhydra is reduced to 0 hit points.Olhydra can take 3

— bad weather, strong tides, and increasing aggression from dangerous sea life. Violent downpours become frequent within 10 miles of the lair. A downpour occurs once every 2d12;{"diceNotation

Urchin - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

. You begin your adventuring career with enough money to live modestly but securely for at least ten days. How did you come by that money? What allowed you to break free of your desperate

a pig and have bad manners. 6 I think anyone who’s nice to me is hiding evil intent. 7 I don’t like to bathe. 8 I bluntly say what other people are hinting at or hiding

Zuggtmoy

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

flesh and fungus become one. Such cultists are fungal extensions of the Demon Queen’s will. Their devotion might begin with the seemingly harmless promises offered by exotic spores and mushrooms

, if it is reduced to 0 hit points, each creature within 10 feet of it takes poison damage equal to its number of Hit Dice. Poison; Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing that is NonmagicalCold, Fire

Imix

Monsters Princes of the Apocalypse

of Imix, and disappear if Imix is reduced to 0 hit points.Imix can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. Only one legendary action option can be used at a time and only at the end

die and ponds dry up; after 10 days, unprotected livestock dies, and wells and small rivers dry up; after 20 days, large lakes and rivers are reduced in depth by 20 feet and shrink accordingly

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

created the orcs and continues to direct their destiny. He is aided and abetted by the other warrior deities, Bahgtru and Ilneval, who bring strength and cunning to the battlefield. The followers of all

everywhere in the world around them, and the priests of a tribe are entrusted with the responsibility of identifying these signs and omens — both good and bad — and deciding how the tribe should

Adult Amethyst Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

next turn. On a successful save, the creature takes half as much damage, and its speed isn’t reduced. Spellcasting (Psionics). The dragon casts one of the following spells, requiring no spell

object dropped down one of the chimneys continues falling endlessly unless it or some outside force has the means to slow or stop it. This property of the lair vanishes after 1d10;{"diceNotation":"1d10

Getting Started

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

outside the cave, read the following boxed text aloud to begin: Torches illuminate this stinking cave. A horrendous racket of discordant voices echoes within. The voices appear to be singing—quite

badly. The “music” emanates from the boss’s room (area D4), where off-key goblins commemorate their leader in song. The singing continues for 1 minute, then ends with a din of celebratory yips.

Ancient Amethyst Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

next turn. On a successful save, the creature takes half as much damage, and its speed isn’t reduced. Spellcasting (Psionics). The dragon casts one of the following spells, requiring no spell

the lower level brings a creature to the upper level. A creature or object dropped down one of the chimneys continues falling endlessly unless it or some outside force has the means to slow or stop it

The Rise of Tiamat

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

The Rise of Tiamat The Rise of Tiamat continues the tale of Tyranny of Dragons. Characters begin this adventure at 8th level, likely having attained that level through the events of the first volume

The Rise of Tiamat

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

The Rise of Tiamat The Rise of Tiamat continues the tale of Tyranny of Dragons. Characters begin this adventure at 8th level, likely having attained that level through the events of the first volume

The Rise of Tiamat

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

The Rise of Tiamat The Rise of Tiamat continues the tale of Tyranny of Dragons. Characters begin this adventure at 8th level, likely having attained that level through the events of the first volume

Fall of Grimskalle

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

Fall of Grimskalle When her final form is reduced to 0 hit points, Auril emits a death-howl that causes the two uppermost floors of Grimskalle (the battlement level and the palace level, as shown on

map 5.2) to crack and begin to collapse. Creatures have 1 minute to escape these levels of the fortress before they are crushed to death by icy rubble. Grimskalle’s entry level (areas G1 through G6) and dungeon level (areas G10 through G23) remain intact and accessible after the collapse.

Introducing the Game

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Borderlands Quest: Goblin Trouble

and add a number to it. This is called a D20 Test, and the number you add indicates how good or bad your character is at what they’re trying to do. The result tells me whether your character succeeds

or fails. Then I’ll describe the outcome, and the story moves forward. Let’s begin playing this adventure! It’s called Borderlands Quest: Goblin Trouble!

Far Traveler

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

;t a native, your reason for leaving “home” probably has something to do with getting away from a bad situation. Feature: All Eyes on You Your accent, mannerisms, figures of

strong code of honor or sense of propriety that others don’t comprehend. 4 I express affection or contempt in ways that are unfamiliar to others. 5 I begin or end my day with small

Artus and the Ring of Winter

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

begin to age as a normal human without the ring, and he wants to live forever with his beloved Alisanda. Xandala, the Harpers, the Zhentarim, and frost giants loyal to Jarl Storvald won’t stop searching

Wizards of Thay also won’t pass up a chance to take the ring by force. With or without the ring, Artus Cimber continues to await Mezro’s return while searching for the means to reach or summon the

Foreword

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

. We’ve visited Waterdeep before, but not like this. Clever heroes will respect the city’s rules. Those who get on the city’s bad side are in for a rough time, as the City of Splendors is home to some of

before work on the adventure was scheduled to begin. Matthew Mercer, whom you might know from the livestreamed show Critical Role, lent us his boundless imagination and helped flesh out the villains and

The Order of Combat

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

encounter, when everyone rolls initiative. Once everyone has taken a turn, the fight continues to the next round if neither side has defeated the other. COMBAT STEP-BY-STEP Determine surprise. The

encounter rolls initiative, determining the order of combatants’ turns. Take turns. Each participant in the battle takes a turn in initiative order. Begin the next round. When everyone involved in the combat has had a turn, the round ends. Repeat step 4 until the fighting stops.

6. Statue Gallery

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

lichen cover the armor. Another pathway opens up at the far side of this area. When the characters begin exploring the area, two suits of animated armor swing into motion and attack. Each time a suit of

action—it can do nothing else on that turn. After reforming, the animated armor resumes attacking. This continues as long as any character remains in this area. Each time a suit of armor is destroyed

6. Statue Gallery

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

lichen cover the armor, though it remains free of rust. Another pathway opens up at the far side of this area. When the characters begin exploring the area, two suits of animated armor swing into motion

. Reassembling takes a suit’s entire action—it can do nothing else on that turn. After reforming, the animated armor resumes attacking. This continues as long as any character remains in this area Each time

The Order of Combat

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

encounter, when everyone rolls initiative. Once everyone has taken a turn, the fight continues to the next round if neither side has defeated the other. COMBAT STEP-BY-STEP 1. Determine surprise. The

encounter rolls initiative, determining the order of combatants' turns. 4. Take turns. Each participant in the battle takes a turn in initiative order. 5. Begin the next round. When everyone involved in the combat has had a turn, the round ends. Repeat step 4 until the fighting stops.

Get Moving, People!

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy

Get Moving, People! Read or paraphrase the following to begin the adventure: The day began early at four bells as you were awakened by Boatswain Tarto in a most discourteous fashion. Dodging thrown

toward Wildspace. “An adamantine meteor has struck the Spire on H’Catha,” says Tarto, “and you lot are going to recover it. The bad news is that H’Catha is populated solely by beholders and their kin

M10. Shadow Theater

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

begin prancing around silently like mimes. If Gleam’s shadow is among them, it leaps onto the trapeze and swings from it. The shadows act as Endelyn’s spies and attack only if they feel threatened

. Shadows that are reduced to 0 hit points are destroyed and reattach to their original owners as normal shadows. A creature whose Strength is reduced to 0 by a shadow’s Strength Drain attack does not die

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