bolt blessings diffusing combat resolve

Archmage

Monsters Monster Manual

Magic, Detect Thoughts, Disguise Self, Invisibility, Light, Mage Armor (included in AC), Mage Hand, Prestidigitation 2/Day Each: Fly, Lightning Bolt (level 7 version) 1/Day Each: Cone of Cold (level 9

version), Mind Blank (cast before combat), Scrying, TeleportProtective Magic (3/Day). The archmage casts Counterspell or Shield in response to the spell’s trigger, using the same spellcasting

Giant Insect

Spells Player’s Handbook

determines certain details in its stat block. The creature disappears when it drops to 0 Hit Points or when the spell ends. The creature is an ally to you and your allies. In combat, the creature

modifier, reach 10 ft. Hit: 1d6 + 3 plus the spell’s level Piercing damage plus 1d4 Poison damage. Web Bolt (Spider Only). Ranged Attack Roll: Bonus equals your spell attack modifier, range 60

Summon Undead

Spells Player’s Handbook

when the spell ends. The creature is an ally to you and your allies. In combat, the creature shares your Initiative count, but it takes its turn immediately after yours. It obeys your verbal commands

turn. Grave Bolt (Skeletal Only). Ranged Attack Roll: Bonus equals your spell attack modifier, range 150 ft. Hit: 2d4 + 3 + the spell’s level Necrotic damage. Rotting Claw (Putrid Only). Melee

Manshoon

Monsters Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn

ability (spell save DC 19): At Will: Detect Magic, Detect Thoughts, Light, Lightning Bolt (level 4 version), Mage Armor (included in AC), Mage Hand, Prestidigitation 2/Day Each: Scrying, Sending

, Wall of Force 1/Day Each: Befuddlement, Clone, Finger of Death, Mind Blank (cast before combat), SimulacrumProtective Magic. Manshoon casts Counterspell or Shield in response to the spell’s

Oracle

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

Blessings of the Gods. While the oracle is wearing no armor and wielding no shield, its AC includes its Wisdom modifier. In addition, a creature that hits the oracle with a melee attack while within

5 feet of it takes 9 (2d8);{"diceNotation":"2d8","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Blessings of the Gods","rollDamageType":"force"} force damage. Innate Spellcasting. The oracle’s spellcasting

Treefolk

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

. Both trees must be at least as large as the treefolk.Multiattack. The treefolk makes two Crushing Vine attacks, two Nightshade Bolt attacks, or one of each. Crushing Vine. Melee Weapon Attack: +10

treefolk can grapple up to six creatures this way. Nightshade Bolt. Ranged Spell Attack: +9;{"diceNotation":"1d20+9", "rollType":"spell", "rollAction":"Nightshade Bolt"} to hit, range 60 ft., one

Akroan Hoplite

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

called stratians, number among the fiercest soldiers on Theros. They train relentlessly and possess unflinching resolve. In the annals of Akros, tales abound of squads of stratians that defended a

glorification of the warrior's spirit, the basis of an ethos that forges an unbreakable bond between members of a military unit. In combat, hoplites typically work in groups and use coordinated tactics to

Peace Domain

Classes Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

The balm of peace thrives at the heart of healthy communities, between friendly nations, and in the souls of the kindhearted. The gods of peace inspire people of all sorts to resolve conflict and to

over the signing of treaties, and they are often asked to arbitrate in disputes. These clerics’ blessings draw people together and help them shoulder one another’s burdens, and the clerics

Peace Domain (TCoE)

Classes Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

The balm of peace thrives at the heart of healthy communities, between friendly nations, and in the souls of the kindhearted. The gods of peace inspire people of all sorts to resolve conflict and to

over the signing of treaties, and they are often asked to arbitrate in disputes. These clerics’ blessings draw people together and help them shoulder one another’s burdens, and the clerics

Nester

Monsters Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): fire bolt, light, mage hand, prestidigitation, shocking grasp 1st level (4 slots): detect magic, identify, mage armor, magic missile 2nd level (3 slots): detect

thoughts, mirror image, misty step 3rd level (3 slots): animate dead, counterspell, lightning bolt 4th level (3 slots): blight, fire shield, stoneskin 5th level (3 slots): cone of cold, Rary's telepathic

Clockwork Oaken Bolter

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

. The clockwork makes two Lancing Bolt attacks or one Lancing Bolt attack and one Harpoon attack. Lancing Bolt. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +7;{"diceNotation":"1d20+7", "rollType":"to hit

", "rollAction":"Lancing Bolt"} to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 100/400 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (2d10 + 4);{"diceNotation":"2d10+4", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Lancing Bolt", "rollDamageType":"piercing

Gavel of the Venn Rune

Magic Items Storm King's Thunder

used as part of rituals to resolve disputes. The gavel has the following properties. Arbiter’s Shield. At the start of every combat, attack rolls against you have disadvantage before the start of

Half-Orc Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

Gruumsh—lord of war and fury—created the first orcs, and even those orcs who turn away from his worship carry his blessings of might and endurance. The same is true of half-orcs. Some half

-orcs hear the whispers of Gruumsh in their dreams, calling them to unleash the rage that simmers within them. Others feel Gruumsh’s exultation when they join in melee combat — and either

Syndra Silvane

Monsters Tomb of Annihilation

spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): fire bolt, light, mage hand, prestidigitation, shocking grasp 1st level (4 slots): detect magic, identify, mage armor, magic missile 2nd level (3 slots): detect

thoughts, mirror image, misty step 3rd level (3 slots): counterspell, fly, lightning bolt 4th level (3 slots): banishment, fire shield, stoneskin 5th level (3 slots): cone of cold, scrying, wall of

Pink Candle Wax

Equipment

Combat Utility Whimsy 2 2 0 Wax tinted pink is part of the folk magic tradition associated most closely with the villages of the Gift of Shuritashi. According to such

traditions, minor prayers or blessings are inscribed in the wax. When a candle made from pink wax is lit, it is believed that the magic is released, increasing the likelihood that the prayer will be

Kelek

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

quarterstaff.Multiattack. Kelek makes three attacks using Sorcerer’s Bolt, Staff of Striking, or a combination of them. He can replace one of the attacks with a use of Spellcasting. Sorcerer

’s Bolt. Melee or Ranged Spell Attack: +6;{"diceNotation":"1d20+6","rollType":"spell","rollAction":"Sorcerer's Bolt"} to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 60 ft., one target. Hit: 13 (2d12);{"diceNotation

Red Ruin

Monsters Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

Draconic Devotion. While Red Ruin can see a Dragon that isn’t hostile to her, she has advantage on attack rolls. Mounted Combat Master. When Red Ruin is mounted and a creature targets her

throw or fall prone. Explosive Hand Crossbow (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType":"recharge", "rollAction":"Explosive Hand Crossbow"}. Red Ruin fires an explosive crossbow bolt at a point

Star Spawn Larva Mage

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

24 hours later.Multiattack. The mage makes three Slam or Eldritch Bolt attacks. Slam. Melee Weapon Attack: +8;{"diceNotation":"1d20+8", "rollType":"to hit", "rollAction":"Slam"} to hit, reach 10 ft

saving throw or be poisoned until the end of its next turn. Eldritch Bolt. Ranged Spell Attack: +8;{"diceNotation":"1d20+8", "rollType":"to hit", "rollAction":"Eldritch Bolt"} to hit, range 60 ft

Vizeran DeVir

Monsters Out of the Abyss

will): fire bolt, light, mage hand, prestidigitation, shocking grasp 1st level (4 slots): detect magic, identify, mage armor, magic missile 2nd level (3 slots): detect thoughts, mirror image, misty

step 3rd level (3 slots): counterspell, fly, lightning bolt 4th level (3 slots): banishment, fire shield, stoneskin 5th level (3 slots): cone of cold, scrying, wall of force 6th level (1 slot): globe of

Sahuagin Priestess Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): guidance, thaumaturgy 1st level (4 slots): bless, detect magic, guiding bolt 2nd level (3 slots): hold person, spiritual weapon (trident

maritime trade and drawing other races into the bloody conflict. So intense is sahuagin hatred for the aquatic elves that the sea devils have adapted to combat their ancient foes. A sahuagin born near

Decaton Modron

Monsters Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse

Axiomatic Mind. The decaton can’t be compelled to act in a manner contrary to its nature or its instructions. Combat Ready. The decaton has advantage on initiative rolls. Disintegration. If

sprout out from their rounded frames in all directions. Their heads contain ten eyes to readily observe the operations of surrounding base modrons. In emergencies, a decaton can discharge a bolt of

Yagnoloth

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

save DC 16): At will: darkness, detect magic, dispel magic, invisibility (self only), suggestion 3/day: lightning bolt Teleport. The yagnoloth teleports, along with any equipment it is wearing or

arm of human size and one giant-sized arm. During negotiations, the yagnoloth uses its human-sized arm to draft and sign contracts. When a show of force is necessary or when combat is joined, it

Ringlerun

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

charges), globe of invulnerability (6 charges), hold monster (5 charges), levitate (2 charges), lightning bolt (10d6;{"diceNotation":"10d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Lightning Bolt

when people who are clearly less intelligent want to tell me what to do.” Combat Notes Ringlerun can fend off melee attackers with wild swings of his staff, but he prefers to fly out of reach and

Halaster Blackcloak

Monsters Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

with spell attacks). He can cast disguise self and invisibility at will. He can cast fly and lightning bolt once each without expending a spell slot, but can’t do so again until he finishes a

short or long rest. Halaster has the following wizard spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): dancing lights, fire bolt, light, mage hand, prestidigitation 1st level (4 slots): mage armor, magic missile

Crew in Combat

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

Casualties Slaying a ship’s crew reduces the number of actions most ships can take, making the crew a tempting target in combat. Resolve individual attacks as normal, using the guidelines for

Crew in Combat Managing a ship’s entire crew in combat can prove cumbersome, especially as larger ships often host dozens of sailors. Typically the crew is too busy managing the ship to do anything

Crew in Combat

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

Casualties Slaying a ship’s crew reduces the number of actions most ships can take, making the crew a tempting target in combat. Resolve individual attacks as normal, using the guidelines for

Crew in Combat Managing a ship’s entire crew in combat can prove cumbersome, especially as larger ships often host dozens of sailors. Typically the crew is too busy managing the ship to do anything

Crew in Combat

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

Casualties Slaying a ship’s crew reduces the number of actions most ships can take, making the crew a tempting target in combat. Resolve individual attacks as normal, using the guidelines for

Crew in Combat Managing a ship’s entire crew in combat can prove cumbersome, especially as larger ships often host dozens of sailors. Typically the crew is too busy managing the ship to do anything

Marine

Backgrounds Ghosts of Saltmarsh

how you survived a particular battle. Every arrow and bolt missed you. You slew scores of enemies single-handedly and led your comrades to victory. 5 Stowaway. For days, you hid in the bilge

who rarely lose composure on the battlefield. Marines who leave the service tend to work as mercenaries, but their combat experience also makes them excellent adventurers. Though they are self-reliant

Summon Undead Legacy

Spells Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

hit points or when the spell ends. The creature is an ally to you and your companions. In combat, the creature shares your initiative count, but it takes its turn immediately after yours. It obeys

of the undead until the end of the target’s next turn. Grave Bolt (Skeletal Only). Ranged Spell Attack: your spell attack modifier to hit, range 150 ft., one target. Hit: 2d4 + 3 + the spell

Attack Rolls

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

Attack Rolls In combat, an attack roll is used to determine whether an attack hits. You can also use attack rolls to resolve noncombat activities that are similar to attacks in combat, such as an

Attack Rolls

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

Attack Rolls In combat, an attack roll is used to determine whether an attack hits. You can also use attack rolls to resolve noncombat activities that are similar to attacks in combat, such as an

Attack Rolls

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

Attack Rolls In combat, an attack roll is used to determine whether an attack hits. You can also use attack rolls to resolve noncombat activities that are similar to attacks in combat, such as an

Warlock Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

(such as the ability to see in darkness or to read any language) to access to powerful spells. Unlike bookish wizards, warlocks supplement their magic with some facility at hand-to-hand combat. They

score, followed by Constitution. Second, choose the charlatan background. Third, choose the eldritch blast and chill touch cantrips, along with the 1st-level spells charm person and witch bolt. The

Running Social Interaction

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

Running Social Interaction During a social interaction, the adventurers usually have a goal. They want to extract information, secure aid, win someone’s trust, escape punishment, avoid combat

rarely come into play. Other DMs resolve interactions by having characters make Charisma checks. Most games fall somewhere in between, balancing roleplaying with the occasional ability check.

Running Social Interaction

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

Running Social Interaction During a social interaction, the adventurers usually have a goal. They want to extract information, secure aid, win someone’s trust, escape punishment, avoid combat

rarely come into play. Other DMs resolve interactions by having characters make Charisma checks. Most games fall somewhere in between, balancing roleplaying with the occasional ability check.

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