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Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 1: Spelljammer Creatures
the beast’s mouth, and its large red eyes glow in the dark. The creature smashes through structures and fortifications with ease, and it doesn’t hesitate to rend foes with its claws and
Legendary Resistance (2/Day). If the beast fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead.
Siege Monster. The beast deals double damage to objects and structures.Multiattack. The beast makes
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
+1", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Bite", "rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage.If a Beast such as a dog or a bear dies from russet mold, the result is a bestial moldy called a thorny
that live in simple bands, hunting for sustenance and spreading the spores by which they reproduce. Also called mold folk or moldies, vegepygmies inhabit dark, moist areas, so they’re most
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
spores by which they reproduce. Also called mold folk or moldies, vegepygmies inhabit dark, moist areas, so they’re most commonly found underground or in forests where little sunlight penetrates
explorers found russet mold in a crater left by a falling star, with vegepygmies infesting the forest nearby.
The mold is found only in places that are dark, warm, and wet. Russet mold that spreads out
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
Vegepygmies are fungus creatures that live in simple bands, hunting for sustenance and spreading the spores by which they reproduce. Also called mold folk or moldies, vegepygmies inhabit dark, moist areas
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The mold is found only in places that are dark, warm, and wet. Russet mold that spreads out across a metal object can be mistaken for rust, and a successful DC 15 Intelligence (Nature) or Wisdom
Monsters
Tomb of Annihilation
additional 20 feet, or make the gem go dark.
Turn the dagger into a compass that, while resting on Artus’s palm, points north.
Cast dimension door from the dagger. Once this property is used
must be modeled after a beast with a challenge rating of 2 or less. The ice creature has the same statistics as the beast it models, with the following changes: the creature is a construct with
Monsters
Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Zarovich was a prince, a soldier, and a conqueror. His thirst for power never sated, Strahd made a pact with the Dark Powers to become immortal. Meanwhile, Strahd’s evil deepened, until in a jealous
. He had become a vampire, and Barovia became a Domain of Dread.
Now the Dark Powers keep Strahd trapped in his realm, tormenting him with his inability to escape for all eternity. He spends his days
Monsters
Eberron: Rising from the Last War
polymorphs into a humanoid, beast, or giant that has a challenge rating no higher than her own, or back into her true form. She reverts to her true form if she dies. Any equipment she is wearing or
as the Lords of Dust — scheme to unleash their ancient masters. The overlords gain strength when mortals embrace the dark paths laid down for them. And as they grow stronger, they gain more influence
Monsters
Curse of Strahd
"} hit points and is freed from any curse, disease, poison, blindness, or deafness.
Change Shape. The Abbot magically polymorphs into a humanoid or beast that has a challenge rating equal to or less
some much-needed light to Barovia. His efforts worked for a while, but then the Dark Powers began to corrupt him.
Imperfections. The Abbot's fall from grace started when the Belviews—a family of sickly
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
—a nervous disorder that manifests as trembling. It can affect her balance and her stride, but she has learned to cast her spells unimpeded by it.
Despite her firm grasp of the dark arts, she
of a beast.
Spellbook. Vellynne’s spellbook has black leather covers around pages of ragged parchment, all wrapped in a crimson sash. The necromancer’s personal sigil is written in goat
Magic Items
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
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Gruul Keyrune (Rare). This crude keyrune is cobbled together from bits of rubble, broken glass, bone, and animal hair. One end resembles a horned beast. On command, the keyrune transforms into a
while carrying out your orders.
Rakdos Keyrune (Uncommon). This dark granite keyrune is marbled with scarlet veins and carved with the leering visage of a mischievous demon. When activated, it
Monsters
Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Tulkhesh magically polymorphs into a humanoid, beast, or giant that has a challenge rating no higher than his own, or back into his true form. He reverts to his true form if he dies. Any equipment he
strength as their servants — the fiends known as the Lords of Dust — scheme to unleash their ancient masters. The overlords gain strength when mortals embrace the dark paths laid down for them. And
Monsters
Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
Hells—courted a mighty fey in hopes of luring him into trading away his soul. The attempt failed, but not before a troop of satyrs were corrupted by the dark delights of Phlegethos. The satyrs were
might present itself as a friendly, agreeable guide that helps travelers survive the Nine Hells. Another is a howling beast that attempts to destroy all in its path. One will show mercy and empathy
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Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
dark eyes
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Starkly colored hair
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An unusual hue tinting your shadow
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A ghostly halo crowning your head
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Rainbows gleaming on your skin
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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
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
, rot, and rebirth. You have spent your life in the slow churn of that ecosystem, in the dark places of the city where the messy parts of existence are on display. There is little squeamishness among the
stole something valuable.
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I found a baby beast and sold it to a Rakdos wrangler who remains grateful to me.
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A Selesnya druid and I share an interest in the same garden, and we have
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
and dwell there. However, they probably did not learn all of its secrets! Most of the staff employed at the Wayside Inn are cultists of Talos who follow the dark teachings of Fheralai Stormsworn, a
Location Overview As the characters played the “Attack on the Wayside Inn” introductory encounter earlier in this adventure, they should be familiar with the place, as well as the key NPCs who work
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
have either observed the characters for a few days or have been briefed about their targets by other spies. Option 1: Attack at an Inn If the characters are staying at an inn, the cultists might opt
for a direct assault, crashing through the front door. A more subtle approach sees them enter the inn a few at a time disguised as customers, then attacking when they have the characters outnumbered
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Setup This adventure is best used late in the campaign for two reasons. First, the characters know more about the elemental cults and have a better perspective to understand the Dark Lady’s
information. Second, it strains credulity for any of the factions to send inexperienced agents into the Dark Lady’s lair. The characters receive a sending spell, telling them to meet a faction agent at a local
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
have either observed the characters for a few days or have been briefed about their targets by other spies. Option 1: Attack at an Inn If the characters are staying at an inn, the cultists might opt
for a direct assault, crashing through the front door. A more subtle approach sees them enter the inn a few at a time disguised as customers, then attacking when they have the characters outnumbered
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
fortunate enough to cross its path. When times are dark and travelers are weary, one can always hope that the Wandering Inn is just beyond the horizon.
by boat through Cyre; now the Mourning has cut off that passage. The Wandering Inn This caravan maintained by members of House Ghallanda is a traveling fair, providing entertainment and shelter to any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
Dark Tide Knight Dark Tide Knight
Medium humanoid (human), lawful evil
Armor Class 13
Hit Points 58 (9d8 + 18)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
17(+3)
DEX
16(+3)
CON
14(+2)
INT
to a beast with an innate swimming speed trained to serve as its mount. While mounted on this beast, the knight gains the beast’s senses and ability to breathe underwater. The bonded mount obeys the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
The Ghohlbrorn’s Lair This inn is the only establishment in Gracklstugh that accepts non-duergar guests. “Ghohlbrorn” means “bulette” in Dwarvish, and the inn is built inside a small cavern complex
which the rooms are excavated. It’s dark, cramped, and uncomfortable, but safe and defensible. Rumor Mill The inn’s dining hall gives characters a chance to mingle with non-duergar who are visiting
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Dark Fantasy Monsters Any monster can find a place in a dark fantasy plot. D&D’s most iconic threats—such as dragons and beholders—are well suited to horror-tinged tales, as are any other
supernatural foes. Chapter 5 details how to make even the most familiar monsters into fear-worthy threats. Dark Fantasy Monsters Challenge Creature Source
1/8 Gremishka VGR
1/4 Goblin MM
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
inn. That otherwise quiet establishment has always possessed unusual magical qualities, but these have been warped by the slowly opening portal to the Far Realm. The characters can interact with the
local townsfolk, learning that the members of the “C” Team entered the inn but have not returned. Likewise, the inn’s co-owner and proprietor, Propha Dran, has not been seen since the planar strangeness
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
pace. New Management. When the innkeeper of the Bargewright Inn is called away, the characters are asked to step in and manage things for a few days. Zhentarim infighting makes what should be a
Dessarin Valley is grinding to a halt. It is now vital to make sure that a caravan gets from Bargewright Inn to Triboar. This adventure is designed for a 5th-level party. Curse of the Fire Witch. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
cavernous gut of a dead, multi-eyed behemoth
4 An inn in the valley, its insides dark and smoke-drowned
5 An asylum, abandoned save for vermin
6 A cave system, slick and comprised
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume One: Spelljammer Creatures
Nightmare Beast Nightmare beasts are enormous quadrupeds that stand 20 feet tall, or 40 feet tall when rearing on their hind legs. A nightmare beast’s legs end in claws, enabling it to climb well
despite its size. Its skin is thick and tough, and its teeth are long and sharp. A pair of long, curved tusks jut from the sides of the beast’s mouth, and its large red eyes glow in the dark. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
an Acquisitions Incorporated campaign. Beast Master Any Beast Master understands that a beast companion is far more diligent, friendly, and reliable than most people. This might be doubly true in an
. Even in an urban setting, a beast companion makes a solid ally, serving as a guard or a scout when you’re skulking around places you shouldn’t be. Gloom Stalker Gloom Stalkers are often best known for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Important Red Larchers The inhabitants of Red Larch have become so frightened by the recent “dark doings” that rather than showing typical frontier reticence, they helpfully babble about everything
the proprietor of the Swinging Sword inn (area 2). She hears much from her fellow Red Larchers and shares it. Mangobarl Lorren is the town’s baker (area 8). He is a Zhentarim contact. Marlandro Gaelkur
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
aberration (such as a beholder, a mind flayer, or a gibbering mouther) lairs beneath a popular inn, from where it twists the thoughts and dreams of those sleeping above. 2 The headmaster of an exclusive
poisons laced with the whispers of a dark entity. 6 A dragonmarked heir whose fortunes were ruined in the Last War founds a cult within their house. 7 The local thieves’ guild turns from mundane
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
fire crackles in the hearth in Speaker Huddle’s cluttered kitchen.
“Our loggers are being terrorized by a white moose,” says Speaker Huddle, “and the beast has eluded the hunters we’ve sent to kill
characters can sell the moose’s carcass to a local butcher for 10 gp. If the characters want the pot sweetened further, Speaker Huddle says she can offer them Ramshackle (the closed inn) as an investment
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Harpers are worried about the threat posed by the Dark Lady of Rundreth Manor. They are also intent on protecting the treasures hidden in the Halls of the Hunting Axe. The Lords’ Alliance sees the
remains safe. The Zhentarim are anxious to restore the normal flow of commerce in the region, getting caravans moving on the Long Road. They also have concerns at the Bargewright Inn.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
beetle’s glands continue to shed light for 1d6 days after the beetle dies. Giant fire beetles are most commonly found underground and in dark forests. Giant Fire Beetle
Small beast, unaligned
Armor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
from Red Larch in seven days, and the town of Phandalin is six days away on foot. Red Larch is also the hometown of Omin Dran and the location of the Dran family business — the Dran & Courtier inn and
. But however they first enter the town, the characters quickly confirm that the Six’s ritual is already underway. Something is seriously wrong in Red Larch. The Dran & Courtier inn can be seen at the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Giant Sea Eel Snaking predators lurking in the dark waters of the ocean, these kelp-colored beasts serve as guards and mounts for the locathah (including those found in Danger at Dunwater). Giant Sea
Eel
Large beast, unaligned
Armor Class 14 (natural armor)
Hit Points 19 (3d10 + 3)
Speed 0 ft., swim 40 ft.
STR
11 (+0)
DEX
14 (+2)
CON
12 (+1)
INT
7 (-2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
The White Lady Inn Inn This musty old inn is named after a local legend known as the White Lady—a ghost rumored to walk on Lac Dinneshere, haunting the spot where her rich husband drowned. Rinaldo
a séance in a back room of the inn and has invited half a dozen other guests (commoners) to join him. Characters who spend one or more nights at the inn are invited by Rinaldo to join his séance. If