being before defends contested reach

Ankylosaurus Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

Tail. Melee Weapon Attack: +7;{"diceNotation":"1d20+7","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Tail"} to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 18 (4d6 + 4);{"diceNotation":"4d6+4","rollType":"damage

of the plant-eating dinosaur ankylosaurus, which defends itself against predators with a knobbed tail that delivers a devastating strike.

Pipes of the Sewers Legacy

Magic Items Basic Rules (2014)

another creature's control comes within 30 feet of you while you are playing the pipes, you can make a Charisma check contested by the swarm's Wisdom check. If you lose the contest, the swarm behaves as

long as you continue to play the pipes each round as an action. A friendly swarm obeys your commands. If you issue no commands to a friendly swarm, it defends itself but otherwise takes no actions. If

Thunderbeast Skeleton

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +7;{"diceNotation":"1d20+7","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Bite"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 18 (4d6 + 4);{"diceNotation":"4d6+4","rollType":"damage

","rollAction":"Bite","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage. Tail. Melee Weapon Attack: +7;{"diceNotation":"1d20+7","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Tail"} to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 18 (4d6

Yusdrayl

Monsters Tales from the Yawning Portal

","rollAction":"Dagger"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 4 (1d4 + 2);{"diceNotation":"1d4+2","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Dagger","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage.The kobolds that

who enter her throne room, and in fact is looking for some help from a group of outsiders that can help her contend with the goblins that live nearby. But if she or any other kobolds are threatened or set upon, Yusdrayl defends herself and her tribe as fiercely as she can.

Poltergeist Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

Slam"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one creature. Hit: 10 (3d6);{"diceNotation":"3d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Forceful Slam","rollDamageType":"force"} force damage. Telekinetic Thrust. The poltergeist

, the poltergeist makes a Charisma check contested by the target’s Strength check. If the poltergeist wins the contest, the poltergeist hurls the target up to 30 feet in any direction, including

Tetherhook

Equipment

’s reach. Make a Strength (Athletics) check contested by the target’s Strength (Athletics) or Dexterity (Acrobatics) check (the target chooses the ability to use). If you succeed, the

A tetherhook is a martial melee weapon with the reach, two-handed, and Special: Hookpull properties. It is comprised of a hook attached to a chain or strap and deals 1d8 piercing damage on a hit

Broom of Animated Attack

Monsters Curse of Strahd

attacks. Broomstick. Melee Weapon Attack: +5;{"diceNotation":"1d20+5","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Broomstick"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d4 + 3);{"diceNotation":"1d4+3

contested by the creature's Strength check. If the broom wins the contest, it flies out of the creature's grasp and makes a melee attack against it with advantage on the attack roll.Animated objects

Glabbagool

Monsters Out of the Abyss

"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one creature. Hit: 10 (3d6);{"diceNotation":"3d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Pseudopod","rollDamageType":"acid"} acid damage. Engulf. The cube moves up to its speed

the Underdark has granted Glabbagool sentience and awareness. The ooze is genuinely curious about other creatures and wants to learn more about the world. It defends itself if attacked, but doesn't

Môrgæn

Monsters Acquisitions Incorporated

;{"diceNotation":"1d20+6","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Scimitars"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d6 + 4);{"diceNotation":"1d6+4","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Scimitars","rollDamageType

coworkers. Famously, she is the only member of Acquisitions Incorporated known to be paid in advance, lest a missed invoice lead to dire repercussions. A child of the forest, Môrgæn defends the natural world

Ancient Gold Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

Presence. It then makes three attacks: one with its bite and two with its claws. Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +17;{"diceNotation":"1d20+17","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Bite"} to hit, reach 15 ft

","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Claw"} to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 17 (2d6 + 10);{"diceNotation":"2d6+10","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Claw","rollDamageType":"slashing"} slashing

Adult Gold Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

Presence. It then makes three attacks: one with its bite and two with its claws. Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +14;{"diceNotation":"1d20+14","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Bite"} to hit, reach 10 ft

","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Claw"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (2d6 + 8);{"diceNotation":"2d6+8","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Claw","rollDamageType":"slashing"} slashing damage

Pipes of the Sewers

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

contested by the swarm’s Wisdom check. If you lose the contest, the swarm behaves as it normally would and can’t be swayed by the pipes’ music for the next 24 hours. If you win the contest, the swarm is

commands to a friendly swarm, it defends itself but otherwise takes no actions. If a friendly swarm starts its turn and can’t hear the pipes’ music, your control over that swarm ends, and the swarm behaves as it normally would and can’t be swayed by the pipes’ music for the next 24 hours.

Pipes of the Sewers

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

contested by the swarm’s Wisdom check. If you lose the contest, the swarm behaves as it normally would and can’t be swayed by the pipes’ music for the next 24 hours. If you win the contest, the swarm is

commands to a friendly swarm, it defends itself but otherwise takes no actions. If a friendly swarm starts its turn and can’t hear the pipes’ music, your control over that swarm ends, and the swarm behaves as it normally would and can’t be swayed by the pipes’ music for the next 24 hours.

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

Ankylosaurus

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

Ankylosaurus Thick armor plating covers the body of the plant-eating ankylosaurus, which defends itself against predators with a knobbed tail that delivers a devastating strike. Some varieties of

Tail. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 18 (4d6 + 4) bludgeoning damage. If the target is a creature, it must succeed on a DC 14 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.

Melee Attacks

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

must be no more than one size larger than you and must be within your reach. Instead of making an attack roll, you make a Strength (Athletics) check contested by the target’s Strength (Athletics) or

Melee Attacks Used in hand-to-hand combat, a melee attack allows you to attack a foe within your reach. A melee attack typically uses a handheld weapon such as a sword, a warhammer, or an axe. A

Melee Attacks

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

size larger than you and must be within your reach. Using at least one free hand, you try to seize the target by making a grapple check instead of an attack roll: a Strength (Athletics) check contested

be no more than one size larger than you and must be within your reach. Instead of making an attack roll, you make a Strength (Athletics) check contested by the target's Strength (Athletics) or

Sanbalet

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

Sanbalet In The Sinister Secret of Saltmarsh, Sanbalet is the leader of the land-based half of a smuggling ring. He is a cunning narcissist with an interest in illusion and mind control. He defends

lights, minor illusion, ray of frost 1st level (4 slots): charm person, color spray, magic missile, silent image 2nd level (2 slots): magic mouth, scorching ray Actions Dagger. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 3 (1d4 + 1) piercing damage.

9. Fountain of Evil

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

protect the path leading to area 16. The water weird can command the pool’s water to erupt like a geyser, effectively lifting the water weird up to the characters’ level and putting them within its reach

follow Droki into this chamber, they see him sneaking carefully along the eastern path. They can attempt to follow him with a group Dexterity (Stealth) check contested by the water weird’s passive

Môrgæn

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

Acquisitions Incorporated known to be paid in advance, lest a missed invoice lead to dire repercussions. A child of the forest, Môrgæn defends the natural world with singular ferocity and an impressive

Multiattack. Môrgæn makes three attacks with her scimitars or her longbow. Scimitars. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d6 + 4) slashing damage. Longbow. Ranged Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, range 150/600 ft., one target. Hit: 8 (1d8 + 4) piercing damage.

Gold Canary Figurine of Wondrous Power

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

your languages and obeys your spoken commands. If you issue no commands, the creature defends itself but takes no other actions. The creature exists for a duration specific to each form. At the end

passive Perception 10 Languages — Challenge 1/2 (100 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2 Actions Peck. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d10 + 2) piercing damage.

Hook Horror

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

Hook Horror A fierce predator of the Underdark, the hook horror aggressively defends its hunting grounds. The subterranean caverns where these creatures dwell echo with the constant clacking and

Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on hearing. Actions Multiattack. The hook horror makes two hook attacks. Hook. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4

Weretiger

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

importance. Roll on or choose a result from the Weretiger Wards table to inspire what a weretiger defends. Weretiger Wards 1d4 The Weretiger Protects A... 1 Legendary weapon or symbol of

replace one attack with a Bite attack. Bite (Tiger or Hybrid Form Only). Melee Attack Roll: +5, reach 5 ft. Hit: 12 (2d8 + 3) Piercing damage. If the target is a Humanoid, it is subjected to the

Adult Bronze Dragon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

Adult Bronze Dragon Matt Stewart An adult bronze dragon defends the deep from a ravenous giant shark Adult bronze dragons often dwell near places they defend or where they help others work toward

(level 2 version). Rend. Melee Attack Roll: +12, reach 10 ft. Hit: 16 (2d8 + 7) Slashing damage plus 5 (1d10) Lightning damage. Lightning Breath (Recharge 5–6). Dexterity Saving Throw: DC 19, each

Sphinx of Valor

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

their duty above mortal life. If threatened, a sphinx of valor defends its charge with its supernaturally empowered roar and fierce strikes. Sphinx of Valor Large Celestial, Lawful Neutral AC 17

, it can choose to succeed instead. Actions Multiattack. The sphinx makes two Claw attacks and uses Roar. Claw. Melee Attack Roll: +12, reach 5 ft. Hit: 20 (4d6 + 6) Slashing damage. Roar (3

16. Old Dwarven Halls

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

these mind flayers are attacked, one maintains contact with the crystal pedestal while the other defends it. The diamond no longer floats if removed from its place above the pedestal. A creature

within reach of the diamond can use an action to take it. Without the diamond, the generator shuts down and the walls of force in area 8 disappear. The device can’t function without the diamond (or

Specter

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

. While in sunlight, the specter has disadvantage on attack rolls, as well as on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight. Actions Life Drain. Melee Spell Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one

: Forceful Slam. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one creature. Hit: 10 (3d6) force damage. Telekinetic Thrust. The poltergeist targets a creature or unattended object within 30 feet of

Arveiaturace Arrives

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

Meltharond to ready his spells. If she suspects that intruders are still aboard the vessel but hiding in places she can’t reach, she breaks through walls to get at them. The characters are no match

characters’ lives if they lend a helping hand. Someone who makes a successful Wisdom (Insight) check contested by the dragon’s Charisma (Deception) check discerns that she has no intention of keeping

8. Made of Stone

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

gargoyle. A character disguised as Halaster can make a Charisma (Deception) check contested by the golems’ Wisdom (Insight) check, with advantage on the check if the portrayal is particularly

-foot-high dome. A detect magic spell reveals an aura of conjuration magic throughout the cave — the effect of a magic trap placed here by Halaster. When one or more creatures reach the cavern’s midpoint

Dragonfly Rides

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

Multiattack. The treant makes two Slam attacks. Slam. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 8 (1d10 + 3) bludgeoning damage. Rock. Ranged Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, range 20/60

, used a speak with animals spell to panic the dragonfly. Characters can spot Kettlesteam before she slips away with a successful Wisdom (Perception) check contested by the kenku’s Charisma (Deception

College of Whispers

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

that target. You can do so only once per round on your turn. The psychic damage increases when you reach certain levels in this class, increasing to 3d6 at 5th level, 5d6 at 10th level, and 8d6 at

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

Doomspace in a Nutshell

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis

. Fyreen Fyreen is a volcanic world despoiled by dragons. The planet’s remaining resources are hotly contested, giving rise to tyrants. Temperatures on Fyreen plunged dramatically after the sun

) and other smaller life forms live in the forests that grow atop Aruun’s rocky pillars and plateaus, beyond the reach of the tarrasques. G’vek. This moon is dotted with sheer mountains that have become

Spindle Cavern

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

their telepathy to jointly reach out to the characters: An alien voice in your head says, “Mysterious outsiders! I am Spectator Greelob. This is Spectator Orlob. Each of us claims the right to guard this

characters to claim the meteorite under their watch. If combat erupts, the spectators defend the meteorite, the gazers scatter and flee in terror, and the cyclopean ogre wearily defends itself and its lair.

Tepui Locations

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

Wisdom (Insight) check contested by the cloakers’ Charisma (Deception) check recognizes that the “spirit” is a little too eager with its request. Additionally, a character who succeeds on a DC 18

reach the deck of the shattered vessel. Vines cover the ship’s shattered hull. Little more than a moldy deck and toppled masts remains. Bits of frayed rope and broad scraps of patchwork fabric litter

Little Oak

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

disrupted while the displacer beast is incapacitated or has a speed of 0 feet. Actions Tentacles. Melee Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 2 bludgeoning damage plus 2 piercing

several years older and wiser than they look. The magic of the Feywild has kept them young. Speaking to the Getaway Gang about Loomlurch yields the following information: A squad of tin soldiers defends

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