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Thwad Underbrew

Monsters Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

. Shortbow. Ranged Weapon Attack: +6;{"diceNotation":"1d20+6","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Shortbow"} to hit, range 80/320 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d6 + 2);{"diceNotation":"1d6+2","rollType":"damage

Halaster Blackcloak. Halaster defeated Underbrew but offered to spare the dwarf's life if he vowed to serve the Mad Mage as an enforcer, ridding the dungeon of other invaders. Unwilling to face his

Shago

Monsters Tomb of Annihilation

range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4);{"diceNotation":"2d6+4","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Spear","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage, or 13 (2d8 + 4);{"diceNotation":"2d8+4

having a great fear of being turned into a zombie or ghoul. Despite his fears, Shago knows that the undead must be defeated. This is why he works with the Flaming Fist; the merchant princes bemoan the

Hobgoblin Devastator

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

","rollAction":"Devastating Bolt"} to hit, range 60 ft., one target. Hit: 21 (4d8 + 3);{"diceNotation":"4d8+3","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Devastating Bolt","rollDamageType":"force"} force damage

of the magical arts, they learn the basics of weapon use, and they measure their deeds by the enemies defeated though their magic. They have the respect of other members of the host and receive

Yuan-ti Malison (Type 3) Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

Form Only). Ranged Weapon Attack: +4;{"diceNotation":"1d20+4","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Longbow"} to hit, range 150/600 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d8 + 2);{"diceNotation":"1d8+2","rollType

or were defeated by those who fought against their cannibalism and slavery, and the serpent folk were left in the ruins of their great capitals, far removed from other races. Cold of Heart. Humanoid

Lesser Star Spawn Emissary

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

hit","rollAction":"Psychic Orb"} to hit, range 120 ft., one creature. Hit: 18 (2d10 + 7);{"diceNotation":"2d10+7","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Psychic Orb","rollDamageType":"psychic"} psychic

slurry. It then instantly returns in its greater form. Only if the emissary is defeated in its greater form does the star spawn die. After finishing a long rest, a greater star spawn emissary regains

Yakfolk Warrior

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

","rollDamageType":"slashing"} slashing damage. Longbow. Ranged Weapon Attack: +2;{"diceNotation":"1d20+2","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Longbow"} to hit, range 150/600 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (2d8

said that the Forgotten God journeyed to the Elemental Plane of Earth and, through guile and deception, defeated the Grand Khan of the dao. The price of that defeat was harsh: the dao were forced to

Greater Star Spawn Emissary

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

","rollDamageType":"acid"} acid damage. Psychic Orb. Ranged Spell Attack: +15;{"diceNotation":"1d20+15","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Psychic Orb"} to hit, range 120 ft., one creature. Hit: 27 (3d12 + 8

in its lesser form. When this form is destroyed, the emissary’s body collapses into a gory slurry. It then instantly returns in its greater form. Only if the emissary is defeated in its greater

Contingency

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

Contingency 6th-level evocation Casting Time: 10 minutes Range: Self Components: V, S, M (a statuette of yourself carved from ivory and decorated with gems worth at least 1,500 gp) Duration: 10 days

Choose a spell of 5th level or lower that you can cast, that has a casting time of 1 action, and that can target you. You cast that spell—called the contingent spell—as part of casting contingency

Contingency

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

Contingency 6th-level evocation Casting Time: 10 minutes Range: Self Components: V, S, M (a statuette of yourself carved from ivory and decorated with gems worth at least 1,500 gp) Duration: 10 days

Choose a spell of 5th level or lower that you can cast, that has a casting time of 1 action, and that can target you. You cast that spell—called the contingent spell—as part of casting contingency

Contingency

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

Contingency Level 6 Abjuration (Wizard) Casting Time: 10 minutes Range: Self Components: V, S, M (a gem-encrusted statuette of yourself worth 1,500+ GP) Duration: 10 days Choose a spell of

level 5 or lower that you can cast, that has a casting time of an action, and that can target you. You cast that spell—called the contingent spell—as part of casting Contingency, expending spell slots

Contingency

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

Contingency Level 6 Abjuration (Wizard) Casting Time: 10 minutes Range: Self Components: V, S, M (a gem-encrusted statuette of yourself worth 1,500+ GP) Duration: 10 days Choose a spell of

level 5 or lower that you can cast, that has a casting time of an action, and that can target you. You cast that spell—called the contingent spell—as part of casting Contingency, expending spell slots

Auril (First Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

":"Chromatic Orb"} to hit, range 90 ft., one creature. Hit: 13 (3d8);{"diceNotation":"3d8","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Chromatic Orb","rollDamageType":"cold"} cold damage.Auril can take 3 legendary

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

Auril (Third Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

sleep.Multiattack. Auril uses Polar Ray twice. Polar Ray. Ranged Spell Attack: +13;{"diceNotation":"1d20+13","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Polar Ray"} to hit, range 120 ft., one target. Hit: 14 (4d6

, heroes must reduce each of her forms to 0 hit points one after another. After she’s defeated in her third and final form, Auril dies. As long as she has mortal followers who worship her, however

Aftermath of the Siege

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

Aftermath of the Siege When Kansaldi is defeated, the Red Dragon Army breaks completely, retreating southeast toward the Taman Busuk. The adventure unfolds in one of two ways from here: With Mass

: Warriors of Krynn game, continue with the following section. WARRIORS OF KRYNN: SCENARIO 12 As the characters near the gates of Kalaman, a contingent of the city’s defenders emerges to clear the

Auril (Second Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Attack: +7;{"diceNotation":"1d20+7","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Ice Dart"} to hit, range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d4 + 3);{"diceNotation":"1d4+3","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Ice

after another. After she’s defeated in her third and final form, Auril dies. As long as she has mortal followers who worship her, however, Auril is reborn at full strength during the next winter

Ancient Sapphire Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

discuss how they might reunite and restore Sardior, the Ruby Dragon. 2 A horde of revenant;revenants led by a death knight has one goal—destroying the ancient sapphire dragon who defeated

", "rollAction":"Awesome Thunder", "rollDamageType":"thunder"} thunder damage and be stunned until the end of its next turn. Beguiling Whisper. The dragon telepathically whispers to one creature within range

Disposing of Evidence

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

abandon the wheelbarrow and take cover behind trees, hoping to draw the characters into melee range. Perhaps foolishly, they stay and fight—eager to put their new training to the test. If they are

healing (superior). Development. The dryads urge the characters to follow the tracks left by the monks, saying they lead to a “greater evil that must be defeated.” The characters can’t convince the

L2. Living Quarters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

defeated, the remaining ones flee to the training grounds (area L4) to seek reinforcements. Immortal Lotus Monk Medium humanoid Armor Class 15 (Unarmored Defense) Hit Points 65 (10d8 + 20) Speed

must succeed on a DC 14 Dexterity saving throw or be knocked prone. Dart. Ranged Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d4 + 3) piercing damage.

Hobgoblin Devastator

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse

weapon use, and they measure their deeds by the enemies defeated though their magic. They have the respect of other members of the host and receive obedience and deference from many quarters. In the

) bludgeoning damage if used with two hands, plus 13 (3d8) force damage. Devastating Bolt. Ranged Spell Attack: +5 to hit, range 60 ft., one target. Hit: 21 (4d8 + 3) force damage, and the target is knocked

K56. Cauldron

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

that might have been encountered and defeated in area K50. If the witches are expecting the characters, they cast invisibility spells and stand quietly in the corners of the room, hoping that the

cauldron draws their prey inside. Although they prefer to attack at range with their spells, they can grow magic claws using alter self. When the cauldron is touched by someone who also speaks the proper

29. Trapped Halls

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

of Gorm Gulthyn (the dwarven god of vigilance) who long ago set out to rid Undermountain of the evil that is Halaster Blackcloak. Halaster defeated Underbrew but offered to spare the dwarf’s life if he

bludgeoning damage instead of slashing damage). He has these racial traits: He speaks Common and Dwarvish. He has darkvision out to a range of 60 feet, resistance to poison damage, and advantage on saving throws against poison.

Castle's Residents

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel

Castle’s Residents Once the Fiends are defeated and Zaythir is freed, the characters have access to the walking castle and the gratitude of its residents. These residents help the characters however

following features: The Castellan is neutral and has an Intelligence of 12, a Wisdom of 10, and a Charisma of 12. The Castellan has hearing and darkvision out to a range of 60 feet, and it can understand

Lord of Blades' Strike Squad

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

characters until destroyed, but her subordinates are less motivated. If Glaive is defeated, Rack and Crunch flee. Glaive Since the Mournland’s earliest days, Glaive has wielded her namesake weapon in service

, or 14 (1d10 + 9) piercing or slashing damage if Glaive is in overdrive. Serrated Bolt. Ranged Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, range 60 ft., one target. Hit: 13 (3d6 + 3) piercing damage. If Glaive has

Simple Traps

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

range of levels, equivalent to one of the tiers of play (levels 1–4, 5–10, 11–16, and 17–20), indicating the appropriate time to use the trap in your campaign. Additionally, each trap poses either a

defeated in a variety of ways by using ability checks or magic. This entry in a trap’s description gives the means for counteracting the trap. It also specifies what happens, if anything, on a failed attempt

2. Kalabash's Chambers

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

. 2c. Wizard’s Kitchen This decrepit kitchen contains an oven range, a washing basin, a hearth bearing a covered cook pot, and shelves filled with pots, pans, and cooking tools. A specter hides in the

flying swords that deal bludgeoning damage instead of slashing damage. If the specter is defeated, the pots and pans clatter to the ground, becoming inanimate once more. 2d. Kalabash’s Bedroom The door to

Occupied Mansion Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

three officers fight to the death. The last remaining officer surrenders when their allies are defeated. Collecting Intelligence. The clerks know considerable information about the Dragon Army’s plans

, Dragon Highmaster Kansaldi Fire-Eyes, isn’t in the City of Lost Names. She remained with the bulk of the army near Kalaman. The commanders Belephaion and Lohezet lead this contingent of the Red

Star Spawn Emissary

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

encountered in its lesser form. When this form is destroyed, the emissary’s body collapses into a gory slurry. It then instantly returns in its greater form. Only if the emissary is defeated in its greater

damage. Psychic Orb. Ranged Spell Attack: +13 to hit, range 120 ft., one creature. Hit: 18 (2d10 + 7) psychic damage. Change Shape. The emissary polymorphs into a Small or Medium creature of its

Entémoch's Boon

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

petrified cave vermin. Unless they leave the cavern immediately, the characters are accosted by a mated pair of basilisks that call Entémoch’s Boon home. Once the basilisks are defeated, characters can

months) Small AC 13; 22 (4d6 + 8) hit points; speed 15 ft.; Str 13 (+1); Petrifying Gaze has a range of 15 feet; bite attack is +3 to hit and deals 3 (1d4 + 1) piercing damage plus 2 (1d4) poison damage on a hit; Challenge 1 (200 XP) Adult (12+ months) Medium See the Monster Manual

When Elves Attack

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

star moth gets close enough to use its mangonel (at long range). Once that happens, Sartell orders her ship to turn about and close with the astral elves as quickly as possible to minimize the Dark

fairly. If she survives the battle, Captain Sartell puts the plasmoids to work, though she keeps them under close supervision. Prisoners of the Astral Elves If the characters are defeated, the astral

Attacking the Citadel

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

decide whether they want to open the engagement at range or close to boarding distance. In either case, the Xaryxian ships are surprised at the beginning of combat. The Xaryxian Armada The enemy armada

one ship and its crew, in addition to any ships and crews defeated by the characters. Keep track of how many ships are left in the battle at the start of each round. Here There Be Dragons Seven young

Combat Encounters

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

, fly, or teleport. Defensive Positions. Enemies in hard-to-reach locations or defensive positions force characters who normally attack at range to move around. Hazards. The “Hazards” section in chapter

. Step 1: Choose a Difficulty. Three categories describe the range of encounter difficulty: Low Difficulty. An encounter of low difficulty is likely to have one or two scary moments for the players

The Moonshaes

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

care. Rumor has it the Rookoath dwarves of the Fairheight range — bolstered by Clan Rustfire of the isle of Gwynneth, and adventurers out of Callidyr — have won victories against the local orcs and

threats of the island, which are many and varied: the Black Blood tribe of Malar-worshiping werefolk, the giants of the Trollclaw Range in the north, and the ogres and orcs of the Orcskill Mountains in

Ilvaash's Refraction

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

characters into despair. If the characters haven’t yet defeated the purple worm in the Briny Pool, it joins the fight against the characters at the beginning of the third round of combat. Refraction

. Dissonant Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +11 to hit, reach 10 ft. or range 120 ft., one creature. Hit: 25 (3d12 + 6) psychic damage. If the target is a creature concentrating on a spell, its concentration

Combat Encounter Difficulty

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

Combat Encounter Difficulty Use the following guidelines to create a combat encounter of a desired level of difficulty. Step 1: Choose a Difficulty Three categories describe the range of encounter

streak on their part could deal more damage to the characters than you expect. If your encounter includes more than two creatures per character, include fragile creatures that can be defeated quickly

Clash of Fallen Flames

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

becomes a sentient magic item of lawful evil alignment with an Intelligence of 16, a Wisdom of 19, and a Charisma of 15. It has hearing and normal vision in a range of 120 feet. The gem can speak and

Events table. The encounter ends when both Kansaldi and Ignia are defeated. Clash of Fallen Flames Events d8 Event 1–3 Fragments of flying citadel rain down. Each creature must succeed on a DC 15

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