build bonus diffusing continuously retreats

Feyr

Monsters Spelljammer: Adventures in Space

feyr has two tentacles, each of which can grapple one creature. Invisibility. The feyr becomes invisible until it attacks, uses Nightmare Fuel, or uses a bonus action to become visible. Nightmare

air envelope and stow away, remaining secluded and invisible until it finds a sleeping victim it can attack. It retreats rather than allows itself to perish in a confrontation.

Nine-Fingers Keene

Monsters Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

Cunning Action. On each of her turns in combat, Nine-Fingers can use a bonus action to take the Dash, Disengage, or Hide action. Dagger Thrower. Nine-Fingers adds double her proficiency bonus to the

build. Her forgettable looks have proven her greatest asset as a thief, as her victims have trouble recognizing her even when they meet her again face-to-face. Keene’s leadership over the years

Way of the Drunken Master

Classes Xanathar's Guide to Everything

incompetent combatant who proves frustrating to engage. The drunken master’s erratic stumbles conceal a carefully executed dance of blocks, parries, advances, attacks, and retreats. A drunken

of the Drunken Master Features Monk Level Feature 3rd Bonus Proficiencies, Drunken Technique 6th Tipsy Sway 11th Drunkard’s Luck 17th Intoxicated Frenzy

Way of the Drunken Master (XGtE)

Classes Xanathar's Guide to Everything

incompetent combatant who proves frustrating to engage. The drunken master’s erratic stumbles conceal a carefully executed dance of blocks, parries, advances, attacks, and retreats. A drunken

of the Drunken Master Features Monk Level Feature 3rd Bonus Proficiencies, Drunken Technique 6th Tipsy Sway 11th Drunkard’s Luck 17th Intoxicated Frenzy

Clockwork Horror

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 1: Spelljammer Creatures

can detach from the helm as a bonus action, which ends its attunement to the helm.Clockwork horrors are ruthless insectile automatons— eldritch machines encased in adamantine or some other

precious metal. They roam Wildspace in commandeered spelljamming ships, gathering the precious metals and crystals they need to build more of their kind. Clockwork horrors have no goal beyond replication

Voidwalker Armor

Magic Items The Book of Many Things

This black studded leather armor bears a red sheen. While wearing this armor, you can use a bonus action to summon a projection of yourself in an unoccupied space within 30 feet of yourself. The

. The projection disappears at the end of your turn. Once you use this bonus action, it can’t be used again until the next dawn. Curse. This armor is cursed, and attuning to it extends the

Clockwork Stone Defender

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

attack roll, the clockwork gives that creature a +5 bonus to its AC against that attack, potentially causing a miss. To use this ability, the clockwork must be able to see the creature and the

points or fewer at the start of its turn in combat, roll a d6. If you roll a 1, it retreats from combat if possible. It otherwise keeps fighting. 7 Overheats. Roll a d6 at the start of the

Rak Tulkhesh

Monsters Eberron: Rising from the Last War

are within reach, it makes a ranged weapon attack against a random creature within range, throwing its weapon if necessary. This attack is made with advantage and gains a +4 bonus to the damage

their lives to build a prison of celestial light: a silver flame that bound the overlords in Khyber once more. These bonds have held for countless generations, but the overlords still yearn to break free

Cleric Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

a troublemaker? What are your ultimate goals? Does your deity have a special task in mind for you? Or are you striving to prove yourself worthy of a great quest? QUICK BUILD You can make a cleric

Level Proficiency Bonus Features CantripsKnown —Spell Slots per Spell Level— 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th

Adult Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

sun and have no desire to get wet, beyond enjoying a bit of sea spray in the air. But they love being able to see the water, so they build their lairs on the heights of seaside cliffs or near perfect

sea spray in the air. But they love being able to see the water, so they build their lairs on the heights of seaside cliffs or near perfect sunbathing beaches where they can best accomplish this

Adult Crystal Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

above to build their lairs. Then, like gem cutters seeking the perfect diamond, they spend much of their lives refining, polishing, and enhancing the beauty of their lairs. Crystal dragons&rsquo

statistics (other than its size). This transformation ends if the dragon is reduced to 0 hit points or uses a bonus action to end it. Psychic Step. The dragon magically teleports to an unoccupied space it can see within 60 feet of it.

Ancient Crystal Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

seek out frigid, picturesque locations with clear views of the sky above to build their lairs. Then, like gem cutters seeking the perfect diamond, they spend much of their lives refining, polishing

any creature that is Medium or Small, while retaining its game statistics (other than its size). This transformation ends if the dragon is reduced to 0 hit points or uses a bonus action to end it. Psychic Step. The dragon magically teleports to an unoccupied space it can see within 60 feet of it.

After the Exchange

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

the forge; they can always build another. Evacuation of the Kagu-Svirfneblin After warning the characters, the kagu-svirfneblin bid them goodbye and exit the inner hall through the southeast double

the magic of the kagu-svirfneblin’s shimmering dome. If Grisdelfawr is reduced to 50 hit points or fewer, he retreats. If characters stay inside the forge instead of heading outside to fight

Orc Traits

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

action as a bonus action. You can use this trait a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus, and you regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest. Whenever you use this trait, you gain a

number of temporary hit points equal to your proficiency bonus. Darkvision. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light and in darkness as if it were dim light. You discern

Giant Space Hamster

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Boo’s Astral Menagerie

mounts and beasts of burden. Gnomes have tried to build spelljamming ships powered by giant space hamster wheels, so far without success. Giant Space Hamster Large Beast, Unaligned Armor Class 11

Perception 11 Languages — Challenge 1/4 (50 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2 Actions Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (2d4 + 2) piercing damage.

Firbolg Traits

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

spells when you cast them with this trait (choose when you select this race). Hidden Step. As a bonus action, you can magically turn invisible until the start of your next turn or until you attack

, make a damage roll, or force someone to make a saving throw. You can use this trait a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus, and you regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest

Giff Traits

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Astral Adventurer’s Guide

target with a simple or martial weapon, you can cause the target to take extra force damage equal to your proficiency bonus. You can use this trait a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus

disadvantage on your attack roll. Hippo Build. You have advantage on Strength-based ability checks and Strength saving throws. In addition, you count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push, drag, or lift.

Way of the Drunken Master

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

retreats. A drunken master often enjoys playing the fool to bring gladness to the despondent or to demonstrate humility to the arrogant, but when battle is joined, the drunken master can be a maddening

, masterful foe. Way of the Drunken Master Features Monk Level Feature 3rd Bonus Proficiencies, Drunken Technique 6th Tipsy Sway 11th Drunkard’s Luck 17th Intoxicated Frenzy Bonus Proficiencies When

Feyr

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Boo’s Astral Menagerie

spelljamming ship tries to enter the ship’s air envelope and stow away, remaining secluded and invisible until it finds a sleeping victim it can attack. It retreats rather than allows itself to perish in a

ft., passive Perception 15 Languages — Challenge 5 (1,800 XP) Proficiency Bonus +3 Unusual Nature. The feyr doesn’t require air. Actions Multiattack. The feyr makes one Frightful Bite attack

Shifter

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

they can enhance their animalistic features temporarily in a process they call “shifting.” Shifters resemble humans in height and build but are typically more lithe and flexible. Their facial features

proficiency in one of the following skills of your choice: Acrobatics, Athletics, Intimidation, or Survival. Darkvision. You have Darkvision with a range of 60 feet. Shifting. As a Bonus Action, you

Proficiency

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

wooden flute, an Intelligence check to craft a wooden secret door, or a Strength check to build a working trebuchet. However, the proficiency bonus wouldn’t apply to an ability check made to identify

involved. The character is proficient in the Athletics skill, which covers swimming, so you allow the character’s proficiency bonus to apply to this ability check. In effect, you’re asking for a

Gadabout

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume One: Spelljammer Creatures

Humanoid creature, spreads its butterfly wings, and allows its wearer to fly through space in a continuously refreshed air envelope. The gadabout’s leaves even provide a nourishing syrup that its wearer can

), passive Perception 8 Languages — Challenge 1/8 (25 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2 Air Envelope. If it has at least 1 hit point, the gadabout can generate an air envelope around itself when in a

NPC Stat Blocks

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

and add the features listed in the NPC Features table. If the NPC’s AC, hit points, attack bonus, or damage changes, recalculate its challenge rating. NPC Features Race Ability Modifiers Features

.; darkvision 120 ft.; speaks Undercommon Lizardfolk +2 Str, -2 Int Hold Breath (15 min.); +3 natural armor bonus to AC; speed 30 ft., swim 30 ft.; speaks Draconic Merfolk None Amphibious; speed 10 ft

Centaur Traits

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

straight toward a target and then hit it with a melee weapon attack on the same turn, you can immediately follow that attack with a bonus action, making one attack against the target with your hooves

. Equine Build. You count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push or drag. In addition, any climb that requires hands and feet is especially difficult for

2. Choose a Class

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

required to reach that level (see “Beyond 1st Level” later in this section). QUICK BUILD Each class description in the Classes section includes a section offering suggestions to quickly build a

. After you rest, you can spend Hit Dice to regain hit points (see “Resting” in the Adventuring section). Proficiency Bonus The table that appears in your class description shows your proficiency bonus

Orc Traits

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

color in darkness, only shades of gray. Aggressive. As a bonus action, you can move up to your speed toward an enemy of your choice that you can see or hear. You must end this move closer to the

enemy than you started. Powerful Build. You count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push, drag, or lift. Primal Intuition. You have proficiency in two of

Quick Build

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

Quick Build You can make a paladin quickly by following these suggestions. First, Strength should be your highest ability score, followed by Charisma. Second, choose the noble background. The

Paladin — Spell Slots per Spell Level — Level Proficiency Bonus Features 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 1st +2 Divine Sense, Lay on Hands — — — — — 2nd

Quick Build

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

Quick Build You can make a warlock quickly by following these suggestions. First, Charisma should be your highest ability 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 Warlock Level Proficiency Bonus Features Cantrips Known Spells

Quick Build

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

Quick Build You can make a fighter quickly by following these suggestions. First, make Strength or Dexterity your highest ability score, depending on whether you want to focus on melee weapons or on

Fighter Level Proficiency Bonus Features 1st +2 Fighting Style, Second Wind 2nd +2 Action Surge (one use) 3rd +2 Martial Archetype 4th +2 Ability Score Improvement 5th +3 Extra Attack 6th +3

Creating a Fighter

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

Creating a Fighter As you build your fighter, think about two related elements of your character’s background: Where did you get your combat training, and what set you apart from the mundane

. Your armaments are now among your most important possessions — the only things that stand between you and death’s embrace. Quick Build You can make a fighter quickly by following these suggestions

Quick Build

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

Quick Build You can make a monk quickly by following these suggestions. First, make Dexterity your highest ability score, followed by Wisdom. Second, choose the hermit background. The Monk Level

Proficiency Bonus Martial Arts Ki Points Unarmored Movement Features 1st +2 1d4 — — Unarmored Defense, Martial Arts 2nd +2 1d4 2 +10 ft. Ki, Unarmored Movement

Quick Build

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

Quick Build You can make a ranger quickly by following these suggestions. First, make Dexterity your highest ability score, followed by Wisdom. (Some rangers who focus on two-weapon fighting make

Strength higher than Dexterity.) Second, choose the outlander background. The Ranger — Spell Slots per Spell Level — Level Proficiency Bonus Features Spells Known 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Quick Build

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

Quick Build You can make a rogue quickly by following these suggestions. First, Dexterity should be your highest ability score. Make Intelligence your next-highest if you want to excel at

Proficiency Bonus Sneak Attack Features 1st +2 1d6 Expertise, Sneak Attack, Thieves’ Cant 2nd +2 1d6 Cunning Action 3rd +2 2d6 Roguish Archetype 4th +2 2d6 Ability

Quick Build

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

Quick Build You can make a barbarian quickly by following these suggestions. First, put your highest ability score in Strength, followed by Constitution. Second, choose the outlander background. The

Barbarian Level Proficiency Bonus Features Rages Rage Damage 1st +2 Rage, Unarmored Defense 2 +2 2nd +2 Reckless Attack, Danger Sense 2 +2 3rd +2 Primal Path

Goliath

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

number of times equal to your Proficiency Bonus, and you regain all expended uses when you finish a Long Rest: Cloud’s Jaunt (Cloud Giant). As a Bonus Action, you magically teleport up to 30 feet to an

within 60 feet of you, you can take a Reaction to deal 1d8 Thunder damage to that creature. Large Form. Starting at character level 5, you can change your size to Large as a Bonus Action if you’re

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