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Swanmay

Monsters Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn

GrowthSwanmays are members of a reclusive order of wilderness defenders. Each bears a primal blessing that allows them to transform into a swan to watch over the lakes and woods they call home. Swanmays get

along well with dryads and other creatures devoted to protecting the wilderness. Roll or choose a result from the Swanmay’s Charge table as inspiration for what a swanmay protects. Swanmay

Word of Recall Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

You and up to five willing creatures within 5 feet of you instantly teleport to a previously designated sanctuary. You and any creatures that teleport with you appear in the nearest unoccupied space

this spell within a location, such as a temple, dedicated to or strongly linked to your deity. If you attempt to cast the spell in this manner in an area that isn't dedicated to your deity, the spell has no effect.

Spiderdragon

Monsters Vecna: Eve of Ruin

of spiders. Though spiderdragons were not created in the Abyss or by Lolth’s faithful, worshipers of the Spider Queen claim that spiderdragons are a gift from their deity, as spiderdragons are

most numerous in Underdark areas that Lolth’s faithful claim as their own. Lolth worshipers might employ spiderdragons as guards or treat them as venerated guests. The creatures aren’t as

Night Blade

Monsters Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

Aura of Murder. As long as the night blade is not incapacitated, hostile creatures within 5 feet of it gain vulnerability to piercing damage unless they have resistance or immunity to such

","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Dagger","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage.Bhaal’s cultists emulate their deity, carrying out gruesome murders to spread fear and horror. They are

Reaper of Bhaal

Monsters Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

Aura of Murder. As long as the reaper is not incapacitated, hostile creatures within 5 feet of it gain vulnerability to piercing damage unless they have resistance or immunity to such damage. Innate

magically turns invisible until the start of its next turn. This invisibility ends if the reaper makes an attack roll, makes a damage roll, or casts a spell.Bhaal's cultists emulate their deity

Tortle Legacy

races The Tortle Package

put to use when building forts to contain their offspring. Although they spend a considerable portion of their lives in isolation, tortles are social creatures that like to form meaningful

related to a god and choose to worship that deity. In the Forgotten Realms, tortles are especially fond of Eldath, Gond, Lathander, Savras, Selûne, and Tymora. In the Greyhawk setting, they

Death's Head of Bhaal

Monsters Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

Aura of Murder. As long as the death's head is not incapacitated, hostile creatures within 5 feet of it gain vulnerability to piercing damage unless they have resistance or immunity to such damage

of its next turn.Unstoppable (3/Day). The death's head reduces the damage it takes from an attack to 0.Bhaal's cultists emulate their deity, carrying out gruesome murders to spread fear and horror

Ki-rin

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

-rin moves up to half its speed without provoking opportunity attack;opportunity attacks. Smite. The ki-rin makes one Hoof, Horn, or Sacred Fire attack.Ki-rins are noble, celestial creatures. In the

Outer Planes, ki-rins in service to benevolent deities take a direct role in the eternal struggle between good and evil. In the mortal world, ki-rins are celebrated far and wide as harbingers of destiny

Bronze Sable

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

few were created to emulate beauty found among the animals of the mortal world. Each exhibits abilities suited to its role, with some behaving like companionable creatures or stoic guardians. A few

been used as nimble scouts, always on alert for danger. The first anvilwroughts were created by the god of the forge, Purphoros. He gave the secret of breathing life into these metal creatures to his

Isolde

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Fiendish Blessing. The AC of Isolde includes her Charisma bonus. Innate Spellcasting. Isolde’s spellcasting ability is Charisma (spell save DC 14). Isolde can innately cast the following

radius around her. While this aura is active, Isolde and all creatures friendly to her in the aura have advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects.Multiattack. Isolde makes

Xvart Warlock of Raxivort

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Raxivort’s Blessing. When the xvart reduces an enemy to 0 hit points, the xvart gains 4 temporary hit points. Raxivort’s Tongue. The xvart can communicate with ordinary bat;bats and rat

, greedy creatures spawned by a renegade demigod, Raxivort. They have blue skin, orange eyes, and receding hairlines, mirroring their creator’s appearance. They stand about 3 feet tall. Raxivort

Giant Foundling

Backgrounds Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

magic inherent in the site of your home, or some verdant blessing of growth placed on you—caused you to grow to a remarkable size for your kind. With the aid of this magic, you have learned how to

Origin Stories How you came to live among colossal creatures is up to you to determine, but the Foundling Origin table suggests a variety of possibilities. Foundling Origin d6 Origin

Drow Matron Mother

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

typically accompanied by a drow favored consort and a drow house captain. Other Underdark creatures might also be in the priestess’s presence, providing protection or advice. Drow Mother of Rebellion

Underdark armies arrayed against the followers of Lolth. A Matron Mother’s Lair The palace of a drow matron mother is her home and fortress. Sigils throughout the building allow the matron

Counterflux Blastseeker

Monsters Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

itself that lasts until the end of its next turn. Creatures in the sphere have disadvantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects. 4–6. The blastseeker creates a 15-foot-radius

invisible sphere centered on itself that lasts until the end of its next turn. Creatures in the sphere have advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects. Innate Spellcasting

Mark of Handling Human

races Eberron: Rising from the Last War

Don’t get sentimental. A beast is a tool. Our role is to find the right tool for the task and to make sure they’re of the finest quality. Nature is our kingdom; never forget that we

) Represented by the hippogriff, House Vadalis plays an important role in daily life, offering meat, mounts, and more. Vadalis isn’t one of the most powerful houses, but its barons are generally

Gold-Forged Sentinel

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

role, with some behaving like companionable creatures or stoic guardians. A few extremely rare and valuable anvilwroughts were crafted by the hand of Purphoros himself. A number of these magnificent

, Purphoros. He gave the secret of breathing life into these metal creatures to his most devoted followers so they could mimic his works and invent new forms at their own forges. Some anvilwroughts are

Echo of Demogorgon

Monsters Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

Demogorgon’s purposes in the Material Plane are rewarded with a “blessing” that transforms them into monstrous echoes of their demon patron. The arms of an echo of Demogorgon

resounds with demonic magic, sowing discord and confusion around them. As the echo’s monstrous heads roar and bite at each other, nearby creatures are racked with psychic pain or join in the ruckus

Anvilwrought Raptor

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

messengers, and a few were created to emulate beauty found among the animals of the mortal world. Each exhibits abilities suited to its role, with some behaving like companionable creatures or stoic

creatures to his most devoted followers so they could mimic his works and invent new forms at their own forges. Some anvilwroughts are vigilant guardians at holy shrines, others serve as familiars and

Hallow Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

in the area; you can designate whether the effect applies to all creatures, creatures that follow a specific deity or leader, or creatures of a specific sort, such as orcs or trolls. When a creature

hallow spell. The affected area is subject to the following effects. First, celestials, elementals, fey, fiends, and undead can't enter the area, nor can such creatures charm, frighten, or possess

Eyestalk of Gzemnid

Monsters Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse

eyestalk must succeed on a DC 21 Constitution saving throw at the end of that turn or regurgitate all swallowed creatures, which fall prone in a space within 10 feet of the eyestalk. If the eyestalk dies, a

pile of fine violet dust.Gzemnid is a beholder god of deception, gases, and obscurement. The realm of the beholder deity Gzemnid lies beneath the Outlands. Most entrances into these mysterious, gas

Mouth of Grolantor

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Fist attacks against one random creature within reach. If no creatures are within reach, the giant flies into a rage and gains advantage on all attack rolls until the end of its next turn. 4–5

: The giant makes one Fist attack against each creature within reach. If no creatures are within reach, the giant makes one Fist attack against itself. 6–7: The giant makes one Bite attack

Treefolk

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

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

);{"diceNotation":"2d4","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"Oaken Boon"} temporary hit points at the start of each of its turns. This blessing lasts for 1 minute, until the treefolk has the incapacitated condition, or until the treefolk uses this bonus action again.

Killmoulis

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

Slam. Melee weapon attack: -1;{"diceNotation":"1d20-1","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Slam"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 1 bludgeoning damage. Blessing of Bountiful Generosity (1/day

). The killmoulis targets up to eight creatures within 100 feet of it that it can see. The next time a target finishes a long rest, it regains all spent Hit Dice and gains 10 temporary hit points. Curse

Burnished Hart

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

and messengers, and a few were created to emulate beauty found among the animals of the mortal world. Each exhibits abilities suited to its role, with some behaving like companionable creatures or

metal creatures to his most devoted followers so they could mimic his works and invent new forms at their own forges. Some anvilwroughts are vigilant guardians at holy shrines, others serve as familiars

Circle of the Shepherd (XGtE)

classes Xanathar's Guide to Everything

play a role in the natural world, yet they focus on protecting animals and fey creatures that have difficulty defending themselves. Shepherds, as they are known, see such creatures as their charges

these druids are happiest far from cities and towns, content to spend their days in the company of animals and the fey creatures of the wilds. Members of this circle become adventurers to oppose

Kobold Scale Sorcerer

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

typically fill the role of advisor, and when threatened, a scale sorcerer lashes out with colorful magic. A scale sorcerer who resides in or near a dragon’s lair may serve as that dragon&rsquo

wear artificial wings, which are a sign of their draconic office. Scale sorcerers are just as awed by and respectful of dragons as others who venerate these mighty creatures, but they know that duty

Ancient Dragon Turtle

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

Amphibious. The dragon turtle can breathe air and water Blessing of the Sea (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). If the dragon turtle would be reduced to 0 hit points, its current hit point total

62,000 XP (124,000 XP total) for defeating the dragon turtle after its Blessing of the Sea activates. Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If the dragon turtle fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed

Circle of the Shepherd

classes Xanathar's Guide to Everything

play a role in the natural world, yet they focus on protecting animals and fey creatures that have difficulty defending themselves. Shepherds, as they are known, see such creatures as their charges

these druids are happiest far from cities and towns, content to spend their days in the company of animals and the fey creatures of the wilds. Members of this circle become adventurers to oppose

Leonin Iconoclast

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

the leonin prides. Prides of leonin roam the plains of Oreskos, protecting the land and its creatures from interlopers, both mortal and immortal. As many leonin suffered at the hands of archon tyrants

one another and the land. Only in recent times have some leonin started guardedly looking beyond their homeland and wondering what role they might take in the wider world. Most leonin hunters are tribal

Triton Legacy

races Volo's Guide to Monsters

the tritons’ role as the world’s true protectors. Staunch Champions Despite their off-putting manners, tritons are benevolent creatures at heart, convinced that other civilized races

and worse, so you know you can count on them in a fight. — Brego Stoneheart, sea captain Tritons guard the ocean depths, building small settlements beside deep trenches, portals to the

Antimagic Field Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

A 10-foot-radius invisible sphere of antimagic surrounds you. This area is divorced from the magical energy that suffuses the multiverse. Within the sphere, spells can't be cast, summoned creatures

disappear, and even magic items become mundane. Until the spell ends, the sphere moves with you, centered on you. Spells and other magical effects, except those created by an artifact or a deity, are

Grippli Warrior

Monsters Candlekeep Mysteries

grippli, since lizardfolk, yuan-ti, and other creatures are known to have a taste for them. Close to Nature. Most grippli care more about survival than they do about abstract ideals such as good and evil

. Grippli religion is based in animism and nature spirits; the frogfolk do not pay reverence to a single deity, but they might beseech a particular nature spirit for aid from time to time.

Galvanic Blastseeker

Monsters Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

blastseeker casts lightning bolt or thunderwave, all other creatures within 10 feet of the blastseeker each take 3 lightning damage. Innate Spellcasting. The blastseeker’s innate spellcasting

devices for the guild to use, the role of a blastseeker is to put those devices to work. Despite the name, not all such devices produce explosions, but all the most interesting ones (from the Izzet

Worker Robot

Monsters Quests from the Infinite Staircase

condition (escape DC 15). The robot has two cargo tentacles, each of which can grapple one target. Tractor Beam. The robot casts Telekinesis, targeting only creatures with the incapacitated condition

specialized for its role. Robots are programmed with intelligence, understanding, and usually loyalty to their creators. Despite that, long-operating robots sometimes develop their own personalities and ideas

Deep Scion

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

(Hybrid Form Only; Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). The deep scion emits a terrible scream audible within 300 feet. Creatures within 30 feet of the deep scion must succeed on a DC 13 Wisdom saving

by an undersea power: surrender, body and soul, or drown. Those who submit are subjected to an ancient ritual widespread among evil aquatic creatures. Its methods are painful and the result never

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