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Animate Dead

Spells Player’s Handbook

creature again before the current 24-hour period ends. This use of the spell reasserts your control over up to four creatures you have animated with this spell rather than animating a new creature

Create Undead

Spells Player’s Handbook

this spell on the creature before the current 24-hour period ends. This use of the spell reasserts your control over up to three creatures you have animated with this spell rather than animating new ones

Manshoon

Monsters Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn

. That Manshoon is dead, and the current Manshoon is one of the original’s many clones. Being a magical copy rather than an original doesn’t make Manshoon any less of a threat, as he’s

Spore Servant Octopus

Monsters Dragons of Stormwreck Isle

"} bludgeoning damage.Spore servants are dead creatures reanimated by the magical spores of a myconid leader. The final act of the myconid leader in Seagrow Caves before lapsing into its current comatose state

was creating a spore servant from a dead giant octopus to protect the caves while the leader could not. Unlike a living octopus, this guardian has only basic control over its tentacles. Rather than coiling around intruders to immobilize them, the spore servant simply bludgeons them.

Sir Baric Nylef

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

. His current quarry is a dwarf brigand, Worvil “the Weevil” Forkbeard, who is rumored to be hiding in Icewind Dale. In addition to his gear, Sir Baric has an unarmored warhorse, Henry

. Ideal: “Evil must not be allowed to thrive in this world.” Bond: “Tyr is my lord; the order, my family. Through my actions, I shall honor both.” Flaw: “I’m not afraid to die. When Tyr finally calls me, I’ll go to him happily.”

Female Steeder

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

intelligent enough to learn simple hand signals and vocal commands, but even a domesticated steeder might turn against its handler. Training a steeder requires a rider to bond with it, a process that

begins shortly after the steeder hatches. As it grows, its rider works with it to direct its predatory instincts. Rather than spinning webs, steeders excrete a viscous substance from their legs. This goo allows them to creep along walls and ceilings and to grapple prey.

Swarmkeeper

classes Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

Feeling a deep connection to the environment around them, some rangers reach out through their magical connection to the world and bond with a swarm of nature spirits. The swarm becomes a potent

force in battle, as well as helpful company for the ranger. Some Swarmkeepers are outcasts or hermits, keeping to themselves and their attendant swarms rather than dealing with the discomfort of others

Male Steeder

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

intelligent enough to learn simple hand signals and vocal commands, but even a domesticated steeder might turn against its handler. Training a steeder requires a rider to bond with it, a process that

begins shortly after the steeder hatches. As it grows, its rider works with it to direct its predatory instincts. Rather than spinning webs, steeders excrete a viscous substance from their legs. This goo allows them to creep along walls and ceilings and to grapple prey.

Create Undead Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

hours, you must cast this spell on the creature before the current 24-hour period ends. This use of the spell reasserts your control over up to three creatures you have animated with this spell, rather

Animate Dead Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

for 24 hours, after which it stops obeying any command you've given it. To maintain control of the creature for another 24 hours, you must cast this spell on the creature again before the current 24

-hour period ends. This use of the spell reasserts your control over up to four creatures you have animated with this spell, rather than animating a new one. At Higher Levels. When you cast this spell

Elkhorn

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

destruction of evil in all its forms. He’s not especially bright, so he fights with his heart rather than his wits. Age has drained much of the strength from Elkhorn’s body. Strongheart

; Bond. “Strongheart is a good egg, but I have yet to teach him all I know about being a true menace to evildoers.” Flaw. “Retire? My goodness, no. I’ll retire when I’m

Vladimir Horngaard

Monsters Curse of Strahd

witnessing Strahd himself slay Vladimir's beloved, his fellow knight Sir Godfrey Gwilym. With the battle won, Strahd surrounded Argynvostholt. Rather than cower in his lair, Argynvost emerged and

Barovia would fade, allowing the spirits of Vladimir and his knights to enter the afterlife. Nevertheless, Vladimir would rather savor Strahd's torment than bring peace to his fallen order or peace

Caradoc

Monsters Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

at his core, the seneschal didn’t return as a skeletal knight but rather as an intangible spirit. Caradoc’s Undead form suits him well, allowing him to possess the living and use unwilling

;The safest place to be is behind the toughest warrior in the room.” Bond. “In life and in death, I’m the only one who matters.” Flaw. “Who can resist a little drama

Isolde

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

archfey named Zybilna, who had forged secret pacts with some of the fiends Isolde and her companions had slain. Rather than be angry at Isolde, Zybilna was impressed by her. She enlisted a powerful fiend

do not carry the burden do not eat.” Ideal. “Those most deserving of aid are those who never ask for it.” Bond. “You share a bond with those you travel with, a bond closer

Goblin Legacy

races Volo's Guide to Monsters

lucky if their only punishment is demotion to the pariah caste. Sometimes another creature assumes control of a goblin tribe, by killing or subjugating the current boss and cowing most of the rest of

, smelting, forging, and religion. If the tribe has any spellcasters, this caste includes them. Lashers follow the lead of the tribe’s boss, and enforce their will on other goblins with whips

Yuan-ti Nightmare Speaker

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

. Nightmare speakers revel in torturing others, keeping their victims in a constant state of fear and dread. They prefer to terrify rather than kill their opponents. They manipulate communities for

. Any equipment it is wearing or carrying isn’t transformed. If it dies, it stays in its current form.

Swarmkeeper (TCoE)

classes Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

Feeling a deep connection to the environment around them, some rangers reach out through their magical connection to the world and bond with a swarm of nature spirits. The swarm becomes a potent

force in battle, as well as helpful company for the ranger. Some Swarmkeepers are outcasts or hermits, keeping to themselves and their attendant swarms rather than dealing with the discomfort of others

Skrapyard Sosig (Rare)

magic-items

Heliana's Guide to Monster Hunting: Part 2. For the duration, you gain the following benefits: Boss Meal. Your power of self-belief is so strong that, at the start of each of your turns, you gain a

to make other attacks. Use the tentacle’s Strength modifier (+2) instead of your own when grappling with it. Beast Your morphology changes to adapt to the current environment. You have

Tar-rasque Marrow Broth (Very Rare)

magic-items

Hunting. For the duration, you gain the following benefits: Boss Meal. If you take damage from a spell or other magical effect, you become empowered. The next attack you make within the next minute

temporary hit points (determined by rarity) at the start of each minute. Plant You are under the effects of the speak with plants spell. Undead Your maximum and current hit points increases

Mercion

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

natural leader and a protective caregiver. She has a direct manner that reassures and inspires those around her. Mercion does not worship a deity, but rather an ideal: that truth gives life to artistry

against what I hold dear.” Ideal. “Truth begets art and beauty, while deceit does nothing but tear the fabric of our souls.” Bond. “Evildoers beware! Valor’s Call is

Skrapyard Sosig (Legendary)

magic-items

Heliana's Guide to Monster Hunting: Part 2. For the duration, you gain the following benefits: Boss Meal. Your power of self-belief is so strong that, at the start of each of your turns, you gain a

to make other attacks. Use the tentacle’s Strength modifier (+0) instead of your own when grappling with it. Beast Your morphology changes to adapt to the current environment. You have

Skrapyard Sosig (Very Rare)

magic-items

Heliana's Guide to Monster Hunting: Part 2. For the duration, you gain the following benefits: Boss Meal. Your power of self-belief is so strong that, at the start of each of your turns, you gain a

to make other attacks. Use the tentacle’s Strength modifier (+4) instead of your own when grappling with it. Beast Your morphology changes to adapt to the current environment. You have

Suneater Steak and Eggs (Rare)

magic-items

Chapter 5 of Heliana's Guide to Monster Hunting: Part 1. For the duration, you gain the following benefits: Boss Meal. You regain 2d6 hit points at the end of each turn that you spend in sunlight

modifier (+2) instead of your own when grappling with it. Beast Your morphology changes to adapt to the current environment. You have advantage on saving throws against environmental effects of

Tar-rasque Marrow Broth (Rare)

magic-items

Hunting. For the duration, you gain the following benefits: Boss Meal. If you take damage from a spell or other magical effect, you become empowered. The next attack you make within the next minute

temporary hit points (determined by rarity) at the start of each minute. Plant You are under the effects of the speak with plants spell. Undead Your maximum and current hit points increases

Skrapyard Sosig

magic-items

Guide to Monster Hunting: Part 1. For the duration, you gain the following benefits: Boss Meal. Your power of self-belief is so strong that, at the start of each of your turns, you gain a number of

current environment. You have advantage on saving throws against environmental effects of the GM’s discretion. For example, if you are in a cold biome, you might grow fur and have advantage on

Suneater Steak and Eggs

magic-items

Chapter 5 of Heliana's Guide to Monster Hunting: Part 1. For the duration, you gain the following benefits: Boss Meal. You regain hit points at the end of each turn that you spend in sunlight (HP

not to make other attacks. Use the tentacle’s Strength modifier (determined by rarity) instead of your own when grappling with it. Beast Your morphology changes to adapt to the current

Tar-rasque Marrow Broth (Legendary)

magic-items

Hunting. For the duration, you gain the following benefits: Boss Meal. If you take damage from a spell or other magical effect, you become empowered. The next attack you make within the next minute

temporary hit points (determined by rarity) at the start of each minute. Plant You are under the effects of the speak with plants spell. Undead Your maximum and current hit points increases

Kalashtar Legacy

races Eberron: Rising from the Last War

spirits. Bound to Spirits Every kalashtar has a connection to a spirit of light, a bond shared by other members of their bloodline. Kalashtar appear human, but their spiritual connection affects them

with their quori spirits. Rather, they might experience this relationship as a sense of instinct and inspiration, drawing on the memories of the spirit when they dream. This connection grants kalashtar

Auril (Third Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

invincible while underestimating her mortal enemies, even in her current weakened state. Auril’s Three Forms In her current weakened state, Auril can assume three different forms. To destroy her

. A stat block is given for each of Auril’s three forms. These descriptions do not reflect Auril at full power, but rather Auril as she is encountered in this adventure.Lair Actions Auril

Auril (First Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

own flaws. It’s appropriate for Auril to act as though she’s invincible while underestimating her mortal enemies, even in her current weakened state. Auril’s Three Forms In her

current weakened state, Auril can assume three different forms. To destroy her, heroes must reduce each of her forms to 0 hit points one after another. After she’s defeated in her third and final

Tar-rasque Marrow Broth

magic-items

Hunting. For the duration, you gain the following benefits: Boss Meal. If you take damage from a spell or other magical effect, you become empowered. The next attack you make within the next minute

current hit points increases (determined by rarity). Random Elemental Cantrip d6 Cantrip 1 acid splash 2 concussion 3 fire bolt 4 ray of frost 5 shocking grasp 6 water whip

Skrapyard Sosig (Uncommon)

magic-items

Heliana's Guide to Monster Hunting: Part 2. For the duration, you gain the following benefits: Boss Meal. Your power of self-belief is so strong that, at the start of each of your turns, you gain a

make other attacks. Use the tentacle’s Strength modifier (+0) instead of your own when grappling with it. Beast Your morphology changes to adapt to the current environment. You have

Suneater Steak and Eggs (Legendary)

magic-items

Chapter 5 of Heliana's Guide to Monster Hunting: Part 1. For the duration, you gain the following benefits: Boss Meal. You regain 4d6 hit points at the end of each turn that you spend in sunlight

modifier (+6) instead of your own when grappling with it. Beast Your morphology changes to adapt to the current environment. You have advantage on saving throws against environmental effects of

Suneater Steak and Eggs (Uncommon)

magic-items

Chapter 5 of Heliana's Guide to Monster Hunting: Part 1. For the duration, you gain the following benefits: Boss Meal. You regain 1d6 hit points at the end of each turn that you spend in sunlight

modifier (+0) instead of your own when grappling with it. Beast Your morphology changes to adapt to the current environment. You have advantage on saving throws against environmental effects of

Suneater Steak and Eggs (Very Rare)

magic-items

Chapter 5 of Heliana's Guide to Monster Hunting: Part 1. For the duration, you gain the following benefits: Boss Meal. You regain 3d6 hit points at the end of each turn that you spend in sunlight

modifier (+4) instead of your own when grappling with it. Beast Your morphology changes to adapt to the current environment. You have advantage on saving throws against environmental effects of

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