could relative game to have reduce

Priest of Osybus (Ectoplasmic)

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Ectoplasmic Boon. When any creature starts its turn within 10 feet of the priest, the priest can reduce that creature’s speed by 10 feet until the start of the creature’s next turn, until

slime to make itself look and feel like any creature that is Medium or Small, while retaining its game statistics. This transformation lasts for 8 hours or until the priest drops to 0 hit

Priest of Osybus (Blazing)

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

its turn within 10 feet of the priest, the priest can reduce that creature’s speed by 10 feet until the start of the creature’s next turn, until which the creature is covered by ectoplasm

. In addition, as an action, the priest can use the slime to make itself look and feel like any creature that is Medium or Small, while retaining its game statistics. This transformation lasts for 8

Priest of Osybus (Deathly)

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

, leaving a greenish stain. When any creature starts its turn within 10 feet of the priest, the priest can reduce that creature’s speed by 10 feet until the start of the creature’s next turn

, until which the creature is covered by ectoplasm. In addition, as an action, the priest can use the slime to make itself look and feel like any creature that is Medium or Small, while retaining its game

Priest of Osybus (Spectral)

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

);Ectoplasmic. An otherworldly slime drips off the priest and fades away moments later, leaving a greenish stain. When any creature starts its turn within 10 feet of the priest, the priest can reduce

make itself look and feel like any creature that is Medium or Small, while retaining its game statistics. This transformation lasts for 8 hours or until the priest drops to 0 hit points. 3 Priest

Priest of Osybus (Vampiric)

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

away moments later, leaving a greenish stain. When any creature starts its turn within 10 feet of the priest, the priest can reduce that creature’s speed by 10 feet until the start of the

, while retaining its game statistics. This transformation lasts for 8 hours or until the priest drops to 0 hit points. 3 Priest of Osybus (Vampiric);Vampiric. When the priest deals necrotic

Priest of Osybus (Dread)

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

);Ectoplasmic. An otherworldly slime drips off the priest and fades away moments later, leaving a greenish stain. When any creature starts its turn within 10 feet of the priest, the priest can reduce that

itself look and feel like any creature that is Medium or Small, while retaining its game statistics. This transformation lasts for 8 hours or until the priest drops to 0 hit points. 3 Priest of

Priest of Osybus

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

moments later, leaving a greenish stain. When any creature starts its turn within 10 feet of the priest, the priest can reduce that creature’s speed by 10 feet until the start of the creature&rsquo

retaining its game statistics. This transformation lasts for 8 hours or until the priest drops to 0 hit points. 3 Priest of Osybus (Vampiric);Vampiric. When the priest deals necrotic damage to any

Adult Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

, much as a forest fire clears dead wood, replenishes the soil, and allows the forest to regrow even healthier than before. To this end, topaz dragons use their power to reduce crumbling structures and

throw or be unable to reduce its levels of exhaustion or regain spent Hit Dice. Creatures resistant or immune to necrotic damage are immune to this regional effect. Thriving Wildlife. Giant squid are

Adult Deep Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

. The dragon magically transforms into 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

lair, the creature must first succeed on a DC 10 Constitution saving throw or be unable to reduce its level of exhaustion. Creatures immune to the poisoned condition are immune to this effect

Ancient Deep Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

. Change Shape. The dragon magically transforms into 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

first succeed on a DC 10 Constitution saving throw or be unable to reduce its level of exhaustion. Creatures immune to the poisoned condition are immune to this effect. Verdant Growth. Vegetation and

Ancient Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

creation and growth, much as a forest fire clears dead wood, replenishes the soil, and allows the forest to regrow even healthier than before. To this end, topaz dragons use their power to reduce

DC 15 Constitution saving throw or be unable to reduce its levels of exhaustion or regain spent Hit Dice. Creatures resistant or immune to necrotic damage are immune to this regional effect. Thriving

Adult Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

creature makes an attack roll or an ability check, it must roll a d6;{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType":"roll", "rollAction":"Disorienting Breath"} and reduce the total by the number rolled. On a

Shape. The dragon magically transforms into 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

Ancient Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

roll or an ability check, it must roll a d8;{"diceNotation":"1d8", "rollType":"roll", "rollAction":"Disorienting Breath"} and reduce the total by the number rolled. On a successful save, the creature

, but new ones form at a normal rate.Fire, PsychicChange Shape. The dragon magically transforms into any creature that is Medium or Small, while retaining its game statistics (other than its size). This

Animal Shapes Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

hit points or dies. You can choose a different form for each target. A target's game statistics are replaced by the statistics of the chosen beast, though the target retains its alignment and

reverts as a result of dropping to 0 hit points, any excess damage carries over to its normal form. As long as the excess damage doesn't reduce the creature's normal form to 0 hit points, it isn't

Polymorph Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

than the target's (or the target's level, if it doesn't have a challenge rating). The target's game statistics, including mental ability scores, are replaced by the statistics of the chosen beast. It

transformed. If it reverts as a result of dropping to 0 hit points, any excess damage carries over to its normal form. As long as the excess damage doesn't reduce the creature's normal form to 0 hit points

Shapechange Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

, and you must have seen the sort of creature at least once. You transform into an average example of that creature, one without any class levels or the Spellcasting trait. Your game statistics are

had before you transformed. If you revert as a result of dropping to 0 hit points, any excess damage carries over to your normal form. As long as the excess damage doesn't reduce your normal form to 0

True Polymorph Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

the target’s (or its level, if the target doesn’t have a challenge rating). The target’s game statistics, including mental ability scores, are replaced by the statistics of the new

before it transformed. If it reverts as a result of dropping to 0 hit points, any excess damage carries over to its normal form. As long as the excess damage doesn’t reduce the creature’s

New Players

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

new player is completely unfamiliar with the D&D game. In that case, have that player start with a 1st-level character. If the rest of the party is significantly higher in level, consider taking a short

party is in the middle of an adventure. The following approaches can help make it easier: The new character is a friend or relative of one of the adventurers who has been searching for the group. The new

Adventuring

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sage Advice Compendium

extradimensional space, the two of you aren’t on the same plane of existence. How do I tell if something in the game is magical? For an extensive discussion of this topic, see the question “Is the breath

weapon of a dragon magical?” in the “Monsters” section below. What’s an example of an effect that can reduce exhaustion? The greater restoration spell can reduce exhaustion. Is there a way to get lost

Kenku Adventurers

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

, despite their relative independence, still have a tendency to seek out a companion to emulate and follow. A kenku loves to mimic the voice and words of its chosen companion. ROLEPLAYING A KENKU If

tapping a stone to show how bored he is. He plays with his dagger and studies the Lords’ Alliance agent sitting at the bar.” Creating a vocabulary of noises for the other players to decode might sound like fun, but it can prove distracting and could slow down the game.

3. Cyclopes' Pasture

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

cyclopes chatting idly with each other. When the cyclopes notice the characters, they exchange a few unheard words, then play some sort of game analogous to rock/paper/scissors. One loses, and both

cyclopes approach the characters. They don’t appear to be carrying weapons. When the cyclopes are within 20 feet of the characters, the one that lost the game scoops up a small boulder from the ground

3. Cyclopes' Pasture

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

cyclopes chatting idly with each other. When the cyclopes notice the characters, they exchange a few unheard words, then play some sort of game analogous to rock/paper/scissors. One loses, and both

cyclopes approach the characters. They don’t appear to be carrying weapons. When the cyclopes are within 20 feet of the characters, the one that lost the game scoops up a small boulder from the ground

16. Animated Staff

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

16. Animated Staff Light. Wax candles in stone holders light the room. Furnishings. In the middle of the room, a wooden chair faces a small wooden table upon which rests a game board topped with

can grab the staff out of the air with a successful grapple check against the staff, and grappling the staff does not reduce the creature’s speed. Any creature that successfully grapples the staff

Rarity

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

apparatus of Kwalish, are unique. The game assumes that the secrets of creating the most powerful items arose centuries ago and were then gradually lost as a result of wars, cataclysms, and mishaps. Even

uncommon items can’t be easily created. Thus, many magic items are well-preserved antiquities. Rarity provides a rough measure of an item’s power relative to other magic items. Each rarity corresponds

Incorporating New Players

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

make sure the player is happy with the choice. Suggested story hooks include the following: Long-Lost Friend. The new character is a friend or relative of one of the adventurers. Alternatively, the

town who wants to join your game briefly. Or perhaps you have a player you’re thinking about adding to the group, but you want to make sure they’ll be a good addition. Incorporating an occasional guest

Animal Shapes

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

. A target’s game statistics are replaced by the statistics of the chosen beast, though the target retains its alignment and Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma scores. The target assumes the hit points

carries over to its normal form. As long as the excess damage doesn’t reduce the creature’s normal form to 0 hit points, it isn’t knocked unconscious. The creature is limited in the actions it can

Pandemonium

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

a random form of indefinite madness, as described in chapter 8, “Running the Game.” Finishing a long rest doesn’t reduce a creature’s exhaustion level unless the creature can somehow escape the maddening winds.

Animal Shapes

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

. A target’s game statistics are replaced by the statistics of the chosen beast, though the target retains its alignment and Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma scores. The target assumes the hit points

carries over to its normal form. As long as the excess damage doesn’t reduce the creature’s normal form to 0 hit points, it isn’t knocked unconscious. The creature is limited in the actions it can

Kenku Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

. Others strike out on their own in search of the secrets of flight, to master magic, or to uncover the secret of their curse and find a method to break it. Kenku adventurers, despite their relative

might sound like fun, but it can prove distracting and could slow down the game. Kenku Names Given that kenku can duplicate any sound, their names are drawn from a staggering variety of

Horror Atmosphere

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

Horror Atmosphere Atmosphere is the overall mood of your game. It’s the sense of levity, excitement, or dread that stems from a story’s content and players’ perception of it. Atmosphere can be

challenging to build and easy to disrupt, but any D&D game—particularly scary games—benefit from your work to cultivate an atmosphere consistent with the experience you’re trying to create. Consider the

Polymorph

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

doesn’t have a challenge rating). The target’s game statistics, including mental ability scores, are replaced by the statistics of the chosen beast. It retains its alignment and personality. The target

hit points, any excess damage carries over to its normal form. As long as the excess damage doesn’t reduce the creature’s normal form to 0 hit points, it isn’t knocked unconscious. The creature is

Polymorph

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

doesn’t have a challenge rating). The target’s game statistics, including mental ability scores, are replaced by the statistics of the chosen beast. It retains its alignment and personality. The target

hit points, any excess damage carries over to its normal form. As long as the excess damage doesn’t reduce the creature’s normal form to 0 hit points, it isn’t knocked unconscious. The creature is

Lockbury Henge

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

each other’s company while singing, dancing, and playing games. Argantle is playing a chess-like game called Crowns with her cousin, Jagu, when a howling wind warns her of the party’s approach, giving

center of this henge, a small, checkered game board with stone playing pieces rests on the ground near the dying embers of a campfire. Each of the eight standing stones is about 20 feet tall and hewn

NPCs as Party Members

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

party: Comic Relief. A comic relief NPC helps lighten the mood of an adventure or game session, perhaps with an occasional display of ineptness or a gift for puns. Curmudgeon. A curmudgeon NPC is quick

unless approached, and eagerly avoids the spotlight. Their primary purpose is to give monsters another target to attack. Even useful NPCs can slow down the game or overstay their welcome. Consider having

Large Groups

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

. Taking turns ensures that everyone has the chance to do something. Use this approach sparingly, as it can feel artificial and sometimes slows down the game. Party Leader Consider having the players

Information. If you tell the players what the Armor Class of their opponents is, you reduce the steps of interaction needed to resolve an attack. Instead of telling you a number and asking if it hits

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