counting relying game to her raise

Giant Child

Monsters Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

can raise abundant moral questions for good-aligned characters. At minimum, make sure all your players are comfortable with that kind of quandary before presenting it in your game. If you need a stat

Rictavio

Monsters Curse of Strahd

Special Equipment. In addition to his sword cane, Rictavio wears a hat of disguise and a ring of mind shielding, and he carries a spell scroll of raise dead. Spellcasting. Rictavio is a 9th-level

hunting evil monsters. The Waiting Game. Van Richten isn’t a young man anymore. He knows his road is coming to an end, but his work isn't done. He has come to Barovia to kill Strahd von Zarovich

The Abbot

Monsters Curse of Strahd

spells, requiring only verbal components: At will: detect evil and good 1/day each: commune, raise dead Magic Resistance. The Abbot has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical

Abbot retains its game statistics and ability to speak, but its AC, movement modes, Strength, Dexterity, and special senses are replaced by those of the new form, and it gains any statistics and

Ancient Sapphire Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

themselves at odds with a sapphire dragon if they cross into the dragon’s territory. But sapphire dragons sometimes forge peaceful relationships with rock gnomes or deep gnomes, relying on these folk

cannot resist a game of dragonchess—which, I will have you know, my ancestors probably invented. 8 The sight of blood makes me queasy. Sapphire Dragon Ideals d6

Sapphire Dragon Wyrmling

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

sapphire dragons sometimes forge peaceful relationships with rock gnomes or deep gnomes, relying on these folk to help protect the territory surrounding their lairs. Martial Hoards Sapphire dragons&rsquo

that can hold their own against me must teach me how—whether they want to or not. 7 I cannot resist a game of dragonchess—which, I will have you know, my ancestors probably invented

Adult Sapphire Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

they cross into the dragon’s territory. But sapphire dragons sometimes forge peaceful relationships with rock gnomes or deep gnomes, relying on these folk to help protect the territory

they do, they obviously cheated. 6 Any creature that can hold their own against me must teach me how—whether they want to or not. 7 I cannot resist a game of dragonchess—which

Young Sapphire Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

or deep gnomes, relying on these folk to help protect the territory surrounding their lairs. Martial Hoards Sapphire dragons’ favorite prizes are weapons and armor, records of military

;whether they want to or not. 7 I cannot resist a game of dragonchess—which, I will have you know, my ancestors probably invented. 8 The sight of blood makes me queasy. Sapphire

Aasimar Legacy

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and

character’s creature type is. Here’s a list of the game’s creature types in alphabetical order: Aberration, Beast, Celestial, Construct, Dragon, Elemental, Fey, Fiend, Giant

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

. Where an underground river runs along the outside edge of the lair, the dragon has slowed its flow with a rocky dam, creating a small pool in which to bathe and raise aquatic delicacies. Guest Suite

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

dragon. Underground River. Where an underground river runs along the outside edge of the lair, the dragon has slowed its flow with a rocky dam, creating a small pool in which to bathe and raise aquatic

Deva Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

, requiring only verbal components: At will: detect evil and good 1/day each: commune, raise dead Magic Resistance. The deva has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical

retains its game statistics and ability to speak, but its AC, movement modes, Strength, Dexterity, and special senses are replaced by those of the new form, and it gains any statistics and

Little Death

spells

When you cast this spell, you drop to 0 Hit Points and die. At the start of your next turn, you become a Ghost occupying the same space as your corpse. Your game statistics are replaced by the Ghost

Ghost until you are reduced to 0 Hit Points or your body is targeted by an effect that returns the living to the dead such as Raise Dead or Resurrection.

Air Genasi

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that

your character’s creature type is. Here’s a list of the game’s creature types in alphabetical order: Aberration, Beast, Celestial, Construct, Dragon, Elemental, Fey, Fiend, Giant

Bugbear

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and your DM agree is appropriate for the

. Here’s a list of the game’s creature types in alphabetical order: Aberration, Beast, Celestial, Construct, Dragon, Elemental, Fey, Fiend, Giant, Humanoid, Monstrosity, Ooze, Plant, Undead

Kenku

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

you can’t raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and your DM agree is appropriate for the character. The

list of the game’s creature types in alphabetical order: Aberration, Beast, Celestial, Construct, Dragon, Elemental, Fey, Fiend, Giant, Humanoid, Monstrosity, Ooze, Plant, Undead. These types don

Shifter

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and your DM agree is appropriate for the character. The Player’s

the rules that identifies the type of creature they are. Most player characters are of the Humanoid type. A race tells you what your character’s creature type is. Here’s a list of the game

Hobgoblin

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

;Quick Build” section for your character’s class offers suggestions on which scores to increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores

the type of creature they are. Most player characters are of the Humanoid type. A race tells you what your character’s creature type is. Here’s a list of the game’s creature types

Githyanki

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

;Quick Build” section for your character’s class offers suggestions on which scores to increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores

the type of creature they are. Most player characters are of the Humanoid type. A race tells you what your character’s creature type is. Here’s a list of the game’s creature types

Tortle

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

” section for your character’s class offers suggestions on which scores to increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20

creature they are. Most player characters are of the Humanoid type. A race tells you what your character’s creature type is. Here’s a list of the game’s creature types in

Yuan-ti

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

suggestions on which scores to increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your character can speak, read, and write Common and

type. A race tells you what your character’s creature type is. Here’s a list of the game’s creature types in alphabetical order: Aberration, Beast, Celestial, Construct, Dragon

Firbolg

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

to increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other

you what your character’s creature type is. Here’s a list of the game’s creature types in alphabetical order: Aberration, Beast, Celestial, Construct, Dragon, Elemental, Fey, Fiend

Goliath Legacy

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and your DM

’s creature type is. Here’s a list of the game’s creature types in alphabetical order: Aberration, Beast, Celestial, Construct, Dragon, Elemental, Fey, Fiend, Giant, Humanoid

Sea Elf

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language

what your character’s creature type is. Here’s a list of the game’s creature types in alphabetical order: Aberration, Beast, Celestial, Construct, Dragon, Elemental, Fey, Fiend

The Middle Path

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

between relying on their bonuses and abilities and paying attention to the game and immersing themselves in its world. Remember that dice don’t run your game — you do. Dice are like rules. They’re

Chapter 4: Creating Nonplayer Characters

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

innkeeper, the old wizard who lives in the tower on the outskirts of town, the death knight out to destroy the kingdom, and the dragon counting gold in its cavernous lair. This chapter shows you how

to flesh out nonplayer characters for your game. For guidelines on generating monster-like stat blocks for an NPC, see chapter 9, "Dungeon Master’s Workshop."

Aarakocra

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you

your character’s creature type is. Here’s a list of the game’s creature types in alphabetical order: Aberration, Beast, Celestial, Construct, Dragon, Elemental, Fey, Fiend, Giant

Harengon

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Build” section for your character’s class offers suggestions on which scores to increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores

type of creature they are. Most player characters are of the Humanoid type. A race in this chapter tells you what your character’s creature type is. Here’s a list of the game’s

Satyr

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and your DM agree is appropriate for the character

;s a list of the game’s creature types in alphabetical order: Aberration, Beast, Celestial, Construct, Dragon, Elemental, Fey, Fiend, Giant, Humanoid, Monstrosity, Ooze, Plant, Undead. These

Shadar-kai

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

character’s class offers suggestions on which scores to increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your

player characters are of the Humanoid type. A race tells you what your character’s creature type is. Here’s a list of the game’s creature types in alphabetical order: Aberration

Water Genasi

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and your DM agree is

type is. Here’s a list of the game’s creature types in alphabetical order: Aberration, Beast, Celestial, Construct, Dragon, Elemental, Fey, Fiend, Giant, Humanoid, Monstrosity, Ooze

Chapter 4: Creating Nonplayer Characters

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

innkeeper, the old wizard who lives in the tower on the outskirts of town, the death knight out to destroy the kingdom, and the dragon counting gold in its cavernous lair. This chapter shows you how

to flesh out nonplayer characters for your game. For guidelines on generating monster-like stat blocks for an NPC, see chapter 9, "Dungeon Master’s Workshop."

How to Play

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

How to Play The play of the Dungeons & Dragons game unfolds according to this basic pattern. The DM describes the environment. The DM tells the players where their adventurers are and what’s around

relying on the roll of a die to determine the results of an action. The DM narrates the results of the adventurers’ actions. Describing the results often leads to another decision point, which brings

The Middle Path

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

between relying on their bonuses and abilities and paying attention to the game and immersing themselves in its world. Remember that dice don’t run your game — you do. Dice are like rules. They’re

How to Play

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

How to Play The play of the Dungeons & Dragons game unfolds according to this basic pattern. The DM describes the environment. The DM tells the players where their adventurers are and what’s around

relying on the roll of a die to determine the results of an action. The DM narrates the results of the adventurers’ actions. Describing the results often leads to another decision point, which brings

Deep Gnome

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

which scores to increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one

. A race tells you what your character’s creature type is. Here’s a list of the game’s creature types in alphabetical order: Aberration, Beast, Celestial, Construct, Dragon

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