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Mythic Odysseys of Theros
lives of pure whimsy. When forced to defend their friends and homes, satyr thornbearers are quick to take up their bows and strike against danger. Particularly amid the dense trees of the Skola Vale
conflict—or diffuse it with a good-natured distraction—they readily defend themselves, their friends, and their homes in the Skola Vale. With diversions aside, satyrs bend their cleverness toward
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
—they readily defend themselves, their friends, and their homes in the Skola Vale. With diversions aside, satyrs bend their cleverness toward tactics and methods of ending conflicts as swiftly as
possible. This often means turning the same skills that make them famed celebrants toward battle, be it captivating performances or the aim developed through endless games of skill. Once a threat is overcome, though, satyrs are quick to engage in their favorite part of battle: the victory celebration.
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
into stoneThe thunderous clash of conflict is part of the very nature of sapphire dragons. Militant and territorial, they defend their lairs fiercely, ambushing intruders and plotting assaults against
martial skills by regularly using a horn of Valhalla to summon berserker;berserker spirits to fight.
2
A young sapphire dragon has found a collection of long-forgotten clay golem;clay golems and is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
. The attacking giants have a specific goal. If the characters help defend the location against the giants’ onslaught and succeed in defeating or driving off the attackers, the characters are rewarded
with quests that lead them deeper into the adventure. Be warned: these encounters are designed to test the party’s leadership and tactical skills, and characters who don’t exercise some degree of caution will likely perish.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Types of Crime Your work as syndicate members involves more than simple street swindles or pickpocketing. A team with your skills comes together for greater purposes—more dangerous risks and far more
robberies that require the skills of everyone on your team. 3 Gang Warfare. Your primary job is to ensure that no other crime syndicate (such as Daask or House Tarkanan) gains a significant foothold in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
quick to defend them if they sense any ill intent. Dragon chosen are skilled in close combat, using two weapons to tear at their foes. Dragon Chosen
Medium Humanoid, Any Alignment
Armor Class 17
Str +6, Dex +6, Con +4
Skills Athletics +6, Perception +3
Condition Immunities frightened
Senses passive Perception 13
Languages Common, Draconic
Challenge 3 (700 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Boo’s Astral Menagerie
Astral Elf Warrior Astral elf warriors operate elven spelljamming ships and defend elven strongholds throughout the Astral Plane. Astral Elf Warrior
Medium Humanoid, Any Alignment
Armor Class 16
, Wis +5
Skills Intimidation +4, Survival +5
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 13
Languages Celestial, Common, Elvish
Challenge 3 (700 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2
Fey Ancestry. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Mage Mages are accomplished spellcasters whose lives have been shaped by magic. They can use their powers to defend or dominate other creatures, or they could focus on magical research and unlocking
11 +0 +0
Ability Score Mod Save
Int 17 +3 +6
Wis 12 +1 +4
Cha 11 +0 +0
Skills Arcana +6, History +6, Perception +4
Gear Wand
Senses Passive Perception 14
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Young White Dragon Young white dragons defend their hunting grounds from rivals. In some cases, kobolds and groups of humanoids might offer food and treasure to young white dragons, attempting to
12 +1 +1
Skills Perception +6, Stealth +3
Immunities Cold
Senses Blindsight 30 ft., Darkvision 120 ft.; Passive Perception 16
Languages Common, Draconic
CR 6 (2,300 XP; PB +3
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
Archer Archers defend castles, hunt wild game on the fringes of civilization, serve as artillery in military units, and occasionally make good coin as brigands or caravan guards. Some renowned
)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
11 (+0)
DEX
18 (+4)
CON
16 (+3)
INT
11 (+0)
WIS
13 (+1)
CHA
10 (+0)
Skills Acrobatics +6, Perception +5
Senses passive
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
on their own, carving out territories they viciously defend. Aurumvorax
Small Monstrosity, Unaligned
Armor Class 15 (natural armor)
Hit Points 36 (8d6 + 8)
Speed 30 ft., burrow 20 ft.
STR
14 (+2)
DEX
13 (+1)
CON
12 (+1)
INT
3 (−4)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
6 (−2)
Saving Throws Str +4, Con +3
Skills Perception +3, Stealth +3
Condition
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Azer Pyromancer Azer pyromancers conjure flames from the Elemental Plane of Fire to defend themselves and stoke magical forges. Azer Pyromancer Medium Elemental, Lawful Neutral
AC 18 Initiative +2
+7
Cha 13 +1 +1
Skills Arcana +4, Perception +7
Immunities Fire, Poison; Poisoned
Senses Passive Perception 17
Languages Primordial (Ignan)
CR 6 (XP 2,300; PB +3)
Traits
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
. Though they’re not violent by nature, lava children fiercely defend territory they claim as their own. Many intruders have been fooled by a lava child’s smile, believing themselves welcome when in
defend itself and forage on its own. Lava children eat meat, bones, paper, plants, and just about anything else not made of metal or stone. Cooked meat is their favorite. Lava Child
Medium humanoid
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
(+1)
INT
11 (+0)
WIS
10 (+0)
CHA
13 (+1)
Saving Throws Dex +4
Skills Athletics +3, Perception +2
Senses passive Perception 12
Languages Aquan, Common
Challenge 1
Constitution saving throw or be paralyzed until the end of its next turn.
Veterans of scouring the wrecks and ruins found in the deepest waters, these skilled warriors help defend their kin with rapier
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
first sign of danger and defend their charges with their lives. Others flee outright if their compensation doesn’t match the danger they face. They’re perceptive, but most have little martial training
.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 13 +1 +1
Dex 12 +1 +1
Con 12 +1 +1
Ability Score Mod Save
Int 10 +0 +0
Wis 11 +0 +0
Cha 10 +0 +0
Skills Perception
Orc
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
battle skills.
3
I always appear like I am about to kill everyone around me.
4
I love a good brawl.
5
I drink the blood of monsters to consume their power.
6
I chant orcish war
goals of the tribe don’t concern me. Personal glory is what I crave. (Chaotic)
6
Savagery. I will not be controlled. (Chaotic)
Orc Bonds
d6
Bond
1
I will defend my
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
resources at her disposal to defend the city against threats. She was handpicked for the job by Khelben Arunsun, and wields the Blackstaff from which Khelben derived his name and the title of the
Grey, an order of highly skilled adventurers who are called upon to defend the city in times of need. Vajra is always looking for new adventurers to fill the ranks of Force Grey, and she is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
trudges are roused to defend themselves or drive off rivals, their punishing tusks laced with deadly fungus spores can make short work of the unwary. Trudges are also notoriously difficult to slay; the
., swim 30 ft.
STR
20 (+5)
DEX
10 (+0)
CON
17 (+3)
INT
4 (−3)
WIS
14 (+2)
CHA
4 (−3)
Skills Perception +4
Damage Resistances fire
Senses
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Kender Skirmisher Kender skirmishers are fearless fighters who use stealth and wiliness to defend their friends and homes. They excel at disrupting their enemies by sabotaging crucial equipment or by
.
STR
8 (−1)
DEX
16 (+3)
CON
10 (+0)
INT
12 (+1)
WIS
8 (−1)
CHA
14 (+2)
Skills Perception +3, Sleight of Hand +7, Stealth +5
Condition
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
+ 9)
Speed 30 ft., fly 60 ft.
STR
16 (+3)
DEX
15 (+2)
CON
12 (+1)
INT
8 (−1)
WIS
13 (+1)
CHA
10 (+0)
Skills Perception +3
Damage
copper dragons. Wasteland dragonnels are lithe and quick, with scales the color of dull copper. These playful creatures defend their territory by flying out of a foe’s reach and spitting potent acid, in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
weapons with their tails or clawed feet, su-monsters prefer to rend prey with their claws. Adult su-monsters can also project blasts of psionic energy that leave enemies stunned and unable to flee or defend
13 (+1)
CHA
9 (–1)
Skills Athletics +6, Perception +3
Senses passive Perception 13
Languages —
Challenge 1 (200 XP)
Actions
Multiattack. The su-monster makes two attacks: one
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation Supplement
support its weight upright, leaving five tentacles with which it can attack and defend itself. Decapus
Large monstrosity, unaligned
Armor Class 14 (natural armor)
Hit Points 75 (10d10 + 20
)
Speed 15 ft., climb 30 ft.
STR
15(+2)
DEX
14(+2)
CON
14(+2)
INT
4(−3)
WIS
10(+0)
CHA
7(−2)
Skills Athletics +4, Perception +2, Stealth +4
Senses
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Two
Thanoi Hunter Thanoi are walrus-like beings who dwell in the frozen wastelands of Krynn. They sport thick, ivory tusks, which they use both to defend themselves and to poke breathing holes in sea
)
CHA
11 (+0)
Saving Throws Str +6, Con +4
Skills Athletics +6, Perception +5, Survival +5
Damage Immunities cold
Senses passive Perception 15
Languages Aquan, Common
Challenge 1 (200 XP
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Morte’s Planar Parade
Ferrumach Rilmani Ferrumachs are the foot soldiers of the rilmani, preserving the balance between the planes through martial force. They vigilantly defend the Spire and fight at the command of
)
CHA
10 (+0)
Saving Throws Str +8, Con +8
Skills Athletics +8, Perception +6
Damage Resistances psychic
Senses truesight 120 ft., passive Perception 16
Languages any two languages
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Four
shape (sometimes with actual whipped cream) as soldiers to defend their wicked cauldrons. The same magic that animates a gingerbrute also makes it extra scrumptious. Those who have eaten a gingerbrute
18 (+4)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
7 (−2)
WIS
10 (+0)
CHA
12 (+1)
Skills Acrobatics +6, Athletics +3
Damage Vulnerabilities bludgeoning
Condition Immunities exhaustion
Senses passive
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
many an orc.
— Elminster
Orc Personality Traits d6 Personality Trait 1 I never relinquish my weapon. 2 I welcome any chance to prove my battle skills. 3 I always appear like I am about to kill
) Orc Bonds d6 Bond 1 I will defend my tribe to the death. 2 Every serious choice I make must be decided by signs or omens from the gods. 3 I carry the teeth of a great warrior. They inspire me to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Morte’s Planar Parade
diagnostic data to decatons. Octons have eight mechanical tentacles which they use to manipulate objects and defend themselves, spinning them in a bludgeoning whirlwind. Octon Modron Large Construct
16 (+3)
CHA
14 (+2)
Saving Throws Int +7, Wis +7
Skills Perception +11
Damage Resistances psychic
Senses truesight 120 ft., passive Perception 21
Languages Modron, telepathy 120 ft
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
defend themselves, their friends, and their homes in the Skola Vale. With diversions aside, satyrs bend their cleverness toward tactics and methods of ending conflicts as swiftly as possible. This
often means turning the same skills that make them famed celebrants toward battle, be it captivating performances or the aim developed through endless games of skill. Once a threat is overcome, though
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Drow Elite Warrior Drow elite warriors defend their houses and their superiors against all enemies, although they specialize in fighting dwarves, gnomes, and elves (including other drow). They
13 (+1)
CHA
12 (+1)
Saving Throws Dex +7, Con +5, Wis +4
Skills Perception +4, Stealth +10
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 14
Languages Elvish, Undercommon
Challenge
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Commands To... 1 Carry its master’s palanquin through the air. 2 Defend a remarkable treasure or piece of armor by incorporating the item into its being. 3 Imitate a dead or imprisoned hero by using
Int 10 +0 +0 Wis 10 +0 +0 Cha 10 +0 +0
Skills Perception +4
Immunities Necrotic, Poison; Blinded, Charmed, Deafened, Exhaustion, Frightened, Paralyzed, Petrified, Poisoned, Stunned
Gear Shield
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
slow pulsing movements lend merfolk settlements an otherworldly aesthetic. Merfolk defend their communities with spears crafted from whatever materials they can salvage from shipwrecks, beaches, and
(+1)
INT
11 (+0)
WIS
11 (+0)
CHA
12 (+1)
Skills Perception +2
Senses passive Perception 12
Languages Aquan, Common
Challenge 1/8 (25 XP)
Amphibious. The merfolk
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
Fort Beluarian in the name of Grand Duke Ulder Ravengard of Baldur’s Gate. The fort will not fall on my watch!”
Flaw. “It’s a ghoul-eat-you world out here. I have no pity for those who can’t defend
)
CON
15 (+2)
INT
14 (+2)
WIS
14 (+2)
CHA
16 (+3)
Saving Throws Con +4, Wis +4
Skills Athletics +5, Deception +5, Insight +4, Intimidation +5
Senses passive
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Faerûn and often operate in isolation from the others. This existence teaches the Enclave’s members a fierce self-reliance and mastery of certain fighting and survival skills. A ranger of the Enclave
druids who live as hermits might appear from nowhere to help defend a town against marauding orcs. Members of the Emerald Enclave know how to survive and, more importantly, to help others do the same
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation Supplement
its shell for added protection. While fully withdrawn inside its shell, a tortle can’t do much other than hide. Although their claws are quite sharp, tortles prefer to defend themselves and hunt using
ft.
STR
15(+2)
DEX
10(+0)
CON
12(+1)
INT
11(+0)
WIS
13(+1)
CHA
12(+1)
Skills Athletics +4, Survival +3
Senses passive Perception 11
Languages
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
powerful monster abilities, skill proficiencies, and spellcasting. Fill the Gaps One way to avoid overshadowing the characters is to create an ally who has skills and abilities that complement the party’s
. Healing, tracking, and proficiency with thieves’ tools (to disarm traps and unlock doors) are common examples of such skills. A group without magical healing isn’t going to complain when an NPC cleric