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True Strike

Spells Player’s Handbook

Guided by a flash of magical insight, you make one attack with the weapon used in the spell’s casting. The attack uses your spellcasting ability for the attack and damage rolls instead of using

Strength or Dexterity. If the attack deals damage, it can be Radiant damage or the weapon’s normal damage type (your choice). Cantrip Upgrade. Whether you deal Radiant damage or the weapon

Sword of Kas

Magic Items Dungeon Master’s Guide

. Magic Weapon. You gain a +3 bonus to attack rolls and damage rolls made with the sword, which scores a Critical Hit on a roll of 19 or 20 on the d20 and deals an extra 2d10 Slashing damage to Undead

Kas, provided the sword is within 30 feet of the spell’s caster. Upon casting Wish, the creature makes a DC 18 Charisma saving throw. On a failed save, nothing happens, and the Wish spell is wasted. On a successful save, the Sword of Kas is destroyed.

Smokepowder

Magic Items Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

smokepowder for five shots, and a keg holds enough smokepowder for five hundred shots. If smokepowder is set on fire, dropped, or otherwise handled roughly, it explodes and deals fire damage to each

creature or object within 20 feet of it: 1d6 for a packet, 9d6 for a keg. A successful DC 12 Dexterity saving throw halves the damage. Casting dispel magic on smokepowder renders it permanently inert.

Darkling Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

advantage on the attack roll, the attack deals an extra 7 (2d6);{"diceNotation":"2d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Dagger (Advantage)","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage.Ancient legends

, and doing so wizens the creature, much like the effect of rapid aging. For this reason, darklings cover every part of their body with clothing when exposure to light is a risk. The light a darkling

Darkling Elder Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

":"1d6+3","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Shortsword","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage. If the darkling elder had advantage on the attack roll, the attack deals an extra 10 (3d6

. The Killing Light. The Summer Queen's curse causes a darkling's body to absorb light, and doing so wizens the creature, much like the effect of rapid aging. For this reason, darklings cover every

Narzugon

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

creature isn’t revived before then, only a wish spell or killing the lemure and casting true resurrection on the creature’s original body can restore it to life. Constructs and devils are immune

/Day). The narzugon, or one creature it touches, regains 100 hit points.Paladins who make deals with devils and carry their twisted sense of honor into the afterlife are especially valuable to the

Spell Scroll Legacy

Magic Items Basic Rules (2014)

, the scroll is unintelligible. Casting the spell by reading the scroll requires the spell’s normal casting time. Once the spell is cast, the scroll crumbles to dust. If the casting is interrupted

Intelligence saving throw. If the saving throw fails, roll on the Scroll Mishap table. Scroll Mishap d6 Result 1 A surge of magical energy deals the caster 1d6 force damage per level of

Auril (Third Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Aura deals an extra 10 cold damage until the end of her next turn. Blinding Gleam (Costs 2 Actions). Auril’s form flares with a blue light. Each creature that can see Auril and is within 10 feet

using her magic. Casting such great magic night after night while also granting spells to her devoted followers leaves Auril weak and vulnerable. In her self-inflicted weakened state, Auril is inclined

Unspeakable Horror (Loathsome Limbs)

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

"} bludgeoning damage. Bone Blade. The horror’s limb ends in a blade made of bone, which deals slashing damage instead of bludgeoning damage. In addition, it scores a critical hit on a roll of 19 or 20 and

rolls the damage dice of a crit three times, instead of twice. Corrosive Pseudopod. The horror’s limb attack deals an extra 9 (2d8);{"diceNotation":"2d8","rollType":"damage","rollAction

Unspeakable Horror (Oozing Organs)

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

in a blade made of bone, which deals slashing damage instead of bludgeoning damage. In addition, it scores a critical hit on a roll of 19 or 20 and rolls the damage dice of a crit three times

, instead of twice. Corrosive Pseudopod. The horror’s limb attack deals an extra 9 (2d8);{"diceNotation":"2d8","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Corrosive Pseudopod","rollDamageType":"acid"} acid

Booming Blade

spells Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

You brandish the weapon used in the spell’s casting and make a melee attack with it against one creature within 5 feet of you. On a hit, the target suffers the weapon attack’s normal

. This spell’s damage increases when you reach certain levels. At 5th level, the melee attack deals an extra 1d8 thunder damage to the target on a hit, and the damage the target takes for moving

Green-Flame Blade

spells Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

You brandish the weapon used in the spell’s casting and make a melee attack with it against one creature within 5 feet of you. On a hit, the target suffers the weapon attack’s normal

ability modifier. This spell’s damage increases when you reach certain levels. At 5th level, the melee attack deals an extra 1d8 fire damage to the target on a hit, and the fire damage to the

Unspeakable Horror (Malleable Mass)

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage. Bone Blade. The horror’s limb ends in a blade made of bone, which deals slashing damage instead of bludgeoning damage. In addition, it scores

a critical hit on a roll of 19 or 20 and rolls the damage dice of a crit three times, instead of twice. Corrosive Pseudopod. The horror’s limb attack deals an extra 9 (2d8);{"diceNotation":"2d8

Unspeakable Horror

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

made of bone, which deals slashing damage instead of bludgeoning damage. In addition, it scores a critical hit on a roll of 19 or 20 and rolls the damage dice of a crit three times, instead of twice

. Corrosive Pseudopod. The horror’s limb attack deals an extra 9 (2d8);{"diceNotation":"2d8","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Corrosive Pseudopod","rollDamageType":"acid"} acid damage. Grasping

Shemeshka

Monsters Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse

effects. Special Equipment. Shemeshka carries a magic crown called the Razorvine Tiara. In the hands of anyone other than Shemeshka, the Razorvine Tiara functions as a tentacle rod that deals slashing

action), mind blankFell Counterspell (3/Day). Shemeshka utters a magical word to interrupt a creature she can see that is casting a spell. If the spell is 5th level or lower, it fails and has no effect

Runic Colossus

Monsters Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

. Siege Monster. The colossus deals double damage to objects and structures.Multiattack. The colossus makes two Slam attacks and then uses Stomp. Slam. Melee Weapon Attack: +14;{"diceNotation":"1d20+14

ft., one creature casting a spell of 5th level or lower. Hit: 26 (4d12);{"diceNotation":"4d12", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Spell Reflection", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage, and the

Mister Witch

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

save DC 13, +5;{"diceNotation":"1d20+5","rollType":"spell","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks): At will: fire bolt, invisibility (after casting, roll a d8;{"diceNotation":"1d8

as he deals with staff and keeps the carnival running on schedule. A smile on his visage is a rare event, and it fades quickly. Mister Witch dresses with panache, though in muted tones, and always

Unspeakable Horror (Aberrant Armor)

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

bone, which deals slashing damage instead of bludgeoning damage. In addition, it scores a critical hit on a roll of 19 or 20 and rolls the damage dice of a crit three times, instead of twice. Corrosive

Pseudopod. The horror’s limb attack deals an extra 9 (2d8);{"diceNotation":"2d8","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Corrosive Pseudopod","rollDamageType":"acid"} acid damage. Grasping Tentacle

Warforged Colossus

Monsters Eberron: Rising from the Last War

Resistance. The colossus has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects. Siege Monster. The colossus deals double damage to objects and structures. Towering Terror. Any

is built to carry wizards, artificers, magewrights, and elite troops. For this reason, these constructs are largely hollow on the inside, with tunnels, ladders, storage areas, and observation decks

Auril (First Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

realm in the far north and, after a time, plunged it into frigid darkness using her magic. Casting such great magic night after night while also granting spells to her devoted followers leaves Auril

can’t truly die (although the characters can rid the world of her for a time). Thus, she has no reason to capitulate to mortals’ demands. As the embodiment of winter’s cruelty, she is

Elder Brain Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

Legendary Resistance (4/Day). If the dragon fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead. Siege Monster. The dragon deals double damage to objects and structures. Unusual Nature. The

its hit points. Casting a wish spell on the unconscious creature rids it of the infestation and prevents it from turning into a mind flayer.The dragon can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the

Ephixis, Bow of Nylea

Magic Items Mythic Odysseys of Theros

the arrows is 18. Each arrow has a unique property: Spring. As an action, you can fire this arrow, targeting a beast or a plant creature you can see within 320 feet of you. On a hit, the arrow deals

see within 320 feet of you, no attack roll required, casting the wall of thorns spell there. Winter. As an action, you can fire this arrow at a space that you can see within 320 feet of you, no

Eye and Hand of Vecna Legacy

Magic Items Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

’s lieutenant Kas coveted the Spider Throne for himself, or that the sword his lord made for him seduced him into rebellion. Whatever the reason, Kas brought the Undying King’s rule to an

with a weapon held by it, deals an extra 2d8 cold damage on a hit. The hand has 8 charges. You can use an action and expend 1 or more charges to cast one of the following spells (save DC 18) from it

Auril (Second Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Frostmaiden could not stay away for long. Auril returned to her icy realm in the far north and, after a time, plunged it into frigid darkness using her magic. Casting such great magic night after

might prove helpful: So long as she has mortal worshipers, Auril can’t truly die (although the characters can rid the world of her for a time). Thus, she has no reason to capitulate to mortals

Staff of the Forgotten One

Magic Items Tomb of Annihilation

you harm them. You can wield the staff as a quarterstaff, +3;+3 quarterstaff that deals an extra 10 (3d6) necrotic damage on a hit. Invoke Curse. The Staff of the Forgotten One has 7 charges and

successful one. When the staff is destroyed, the life force of the Forgotten One is released to the afterlife. Where it goes is anyone’s guess. Casting the staff into a sphere of annihilation

Soul Coin

Magic Items Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

answer you truthfully and to the best of its ability. The answer is no more than a sentence or two and might be cryptic. Freeing a Soul. Casting a spell that removes a curse on a soul coin frees the soul

. These coins are then distributed throughout the Nine Hells to be used for goods and services, infernal deals, dark bargains, and bribes.

True Strike

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

True Strike Divination Cantrip (Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard) Casting Time: Action Range: Self Components: S, M (a weapon with which you have proficiency and that is worth 1+ CP) Duration

: Instantaneous Guided by a flash of magical insight, you make one attack with the weapon used in the spell’s casting. The attack uses your spellcasting ability for the attack and damage rolls instead

True Strike

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

True Strike Divination Cantrip (Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard) Casting Time: Action Range: Self Components: S, M (a weapon with which you have proficiency and that is worth 1+ CP) Duration

: Instantaneous Guided by a flash of magical insight, you make one attack with the weapon used in the spell’s casting. The attack uses your spellcasting ability for the attack and damage rolls instead

Actions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle

attack hitting a target are described here. As the DM, you can use the average damage or roll the damage; for this reason, both the average damage and the die expression are presented. For example, if a

monster deals 4 (1d8) slashing damage with its longsword, that notation means you can have the monster deal 4 damage, or you can roll 1d8 to determine the damage.

Invisibility

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

Invisibility Level 2 Illusion (Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard) Casting Time: Action Range: Touch Components: V, S, M (an eyelash in gum arabic) Duration: Concentration, up to 1 hour A

creature you touch has the Invisible condition until the spell ends. The spell ends early immediately after the target makes an attack roll, deals damage, or casts a spell. Using a Higher-Level Spell Slot. You can target one additional creature for each spell slot level above 2.

Invisibility

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

Invisibility Level 2 Illusion (Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard) Casting Time: Action Range: Touch Components: V, S, M (an eyelash in gum arabic) Duration: Concentration, up to 1 hour A

creature you touch has the Invisible condition until the spell ends. The spell ends early immediately after the target makes an attack roll, deals damage, or casts a spell. Using a Higher-Level Spell Slot. You can target one additional creature for each spell slot level above 2.

Invisibility

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Uni and the Hunt for the Lost Horn

Invisibility Level 2 Illusion (Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard) Casting Time: Action Range: Touch Components: V, S, M (an eyelash in gum arabic) Duration: Concentration, up to 1 hour A

creature you touch has the Invisible condition until the spell ends. The spell ends early immediately after the target makes an attack roll, deals damage, or casts a spell. Using a Higher-Level Spell Slot. You can target one additional creature for each spell slot level above 2.

Crusader's Mantle

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

Crusader’s Mantle 3rd-level evocation Casting Time: 1 action Range: Self Components: V Duration: Concentration, up to 1 minute Holy power radiates from you in an aura with a 30-foot radius, awakening

boldness in friendly creatures. Until the spell ends, the aura moves with you, centered on you. While in the aura, each nonhostile creature in the aura (including you) deals an extra 1d4 radiant damage when it hits with a weapon attack.

Green-Flame Blade

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

Green-Flame Blade Evocation cantrip Casting Time: 1 action Range: Self (5-foot radius) Components: S, M (a melee weapon worth at least 1 sp) Duration: Instantaneous You brandish the weapon used in

the spell’s casting and make a melee attack with it against one creature within 5 feet of you. On a hit, the target suffers the weapon attack’s normal effects, and you can cause green fire to leap from

Booming Blade

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

Booming Blade Evocation cantrip Casting Time: 1 action Range: Self (5-foot radius) Components: S, M (a melee weapon worth at least 1 sp) Duration: 1 round You brandish the weapon used in the spell’s

casting and make a melee attack with it against one creature within 5 feet of you. On a hit, the target suffers the weapon attack’s normal effects and then becomes sheathed in booming energy until the

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