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Storm King's Thunder
":"Rock","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage.
Lightning Strike (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"recharge","rollAction":"Lightning Strike"}. The giant hurls a magical
","rollAction":"Lightning Strike","rollDamageType":"lightning"} lightning damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
Spellcasting. Nimir casts one of the following spells
Monsters
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
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
damage.Multiattack. The archon makes two Radiant Strike attacks. It can replace one attack with a use of Teleport.
Radiant Strike. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +5;{"diceNotation":"1d20+5", "rollType":"to
hit", "rollAction":"Radiant Strike"} to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 60 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3);{"diceNotation":"1d6+3", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Radiant Strike", "rollDamageType
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
use a combination of cunning, faith, and magic to defend their coastal home. Most of these skilled soldiers serve in the Reverent Army, the defenders of Meletis, which uses an array of proven strategies
and flexible troop formations to gain the advantage over foes. Bolstered by trained griffon and pegasus steeds, they strike foes where they least expect.
Hoplites are highly trained warriors, versed
Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
inconspicuously guard peaceable communities as dogs and wolves.
Archons
Archons are denizens of the Seven Heavens of Mount Celestia. Created by the powers of order and benevolence, archons defend their home
subdue foes. However, against Fiends, archons are wrathful combatants, manifesting the righteous vengeance of Mount Celestia to strike down the wicked.
Each archon’s form corresponds to its place
Monsters
Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
makes two Flood Strike attacks.
Flood Strike. Melee Weapon Attack: +9;{"diceNotation":"1d20+9","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Flood Strike"} to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit:
;14 (2d8 + 5);{"diceNotation":"2d8+5","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Flood Strike","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage plus 10 (3d6);{"diceNotation":"3d6","rollType":"damage
Monsters
Spelljammer: Adventures in Space
":"Longbow (bonus radiant)","rollDamageType":"radiant"} radiant damage.Astral elf warriors operate elven spelljamming ships and defend elven strongholds throughout the Astral Plane.
Astral Elves
. Whatever their disposition, their longevity gives astral elves a perspective on time that few other kinds of creatures can appreciate. Whether they choose to live in quiet contemplation or strike
Monsters
The Book of Many Things
and only at the end of another creature’s turn. Asteria regains spent legendary actions at the start of her turn.
Brazen Strike. Asteria makes one Radiant Blade attack.
Nimble Sprint. Asteria
still draws much of her power from her bond with Euryale. Asteria is foremost a protector and warrior, traveling the multiverse to uproot injustice, defend innocents, and inspire hope. She believes
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
ally, using it to defend their people or enact Thassa’s wishes. While dire threats from the land might bring them to coastal shallows, most masters of waves keep to the ocean’s depths
.
Although many masters of waves resent land-dwellers and strike out at those who trespass upon their waters, most are devoted followers of the sea god. Those who share their faith or who bear earnest
Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
pursues relentlessly.
Archons
Archons are denizens of the Seven Heavens of Mount Celestia. Created by the powers of order and benevolence, archons defend their home from fiendish incursions and
, archons are wrathful combatants, manifesting the righteous vengeance of Mount Celestia to strike down the wicked.
Each archon’s form corresponds to its place within the Celestial hierarchy
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Rites The services of the Blood of Vol focus on drawing the faithful together as a community and encouraging people to find power within themselves. The most important ritual of the faith is the
Sacrament of Blood. After a sermon, each member of the congregation sheds a small amount of blood into a basin. This is a symbol of unity, and a message that members of the community would shed their blood to defend one another. In some temples, this blood is donated to vampire champions of the faith.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
K: Shrine of Evil Chaos The Cult of Chaos performs evil rites in this cave, subtly drawing monsters to inhabit the Caves of Chaos and bring strife to the Borderlands. The current cult leader is Ivlis
, the keep’s former priest. Her cruel assistant, Narthus, is always here, and other cultists dwell close by (see cave G). Undead guardians defend the shrine and the Chaos Bell—the source of the cult’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
their dead to be interred within this nexus of giants’ magic. Many giants hold strong beliefs and taboos about the grotto. Some might put aside a deadly enmity with their rivals to defend it against
intruders. Others might refuse to enter for any reason other than during funerary rites to inter a family member’s remains. Remains laid to rest within the grotto remain peaceful, and the power of the cave is anathema to Undead.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Ashbound The Ashbound defend the natural world from anything that threatens it. Some Ashbound consider civilization to be a threat and strike at any settlement that encroaches on the wild. Others focus their wrath on the dragonmarked houses or seek to free bound elementals.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
return of Tiamat. However, it remains to be seen whether they do so in concert with the humanoid factions of the Sword Coast, or whether they strike on their own with no thought or concern for the fate
of the lesser races. Using Metallic Dragons The metallic dragons will strike against the cultists at the Well of Dragons, but they are much more effective if their attacks are coordinated as part of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
return of Tiamat. However, it remains to be seen whether they do so in concert with the humanoid factions of the Sword Coast, or whether they strike on their own with no thought or concern for the fate
of the lesser races. Using Metallic Dragons The metallic dragons will strike against the cultists at the Well of Dragons, but they are much more effective if their attacks are coordinated as part of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
return of Tiamat. However, it remains to be seen whether they do so in concert with the humanoid factions of the Sword Coast, or whether they strike on their own with no thought or concern for the fate
of the lesser races. Using Metallic Dragons The metallic dragons will strike against the cultists at the Well of Dragons, but they are much more effective if their attacks are coordinated as part of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Morte’s Planar Parade
Archons Archons are denizens of the Seven Heavens of Mount Celestia. Created by the powers of order and benevolence, archons defend their home from fiendish incursions and safeguard those threatened
wrathful combatants, manifesting the righteous vengeance of Mount Celestia to strike down the wicked. Each archon’s form corresponds to its place within the Celestial hierarchy. When faced in battle, archons radiate the full fury of the Upper Planes, bolstering their allies and cowing their foes.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Mummies Deathless Ancients with Ageless Ambitions Habitat: Desert, Swamp; Treasure: Relics Mysterious rites and mighty faith can tie spirits to their corpses, binding them to their remains for all
to extreme lengths to avenge themselves and restore what they need to find peace. A mummy might look frail, but its body possesses supernatural strength, and its gaze can strike fear in the bravest
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
, when they piously observe the god’s rites and sacrifices, and when they devoutly trust in the god’s divine might, the god becomes more powerful. The competition for mortal devotion isn’t necessarily
champion who acts as an agent of a god among other people helps increase those people’s devotion to the god. And if a hero should happen to strike down the agents of a rival god along the way, all the better. The Vanquisher, and the Hunter
(CHUCK LUKACS)
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Locathah Rising
species is pushed to the point of open conflict. As elemental forces threaten the safety of the nearby locathah communities, heroes rise from among their number to strike back and defend their homes and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Favored A circle of satyr druids, Nylea’s Favored protect the Skola Vale, restoring nature after damage by wildfires or too rowdy satyr parties. They also defend the vale by growing dense underbrush and
. Sibyls warn the community when danger threatens the valley, select dawngreets, and oversee the “initiation rites” of the Cult of Horns. The oldest sibyl is a gray-furred satyr named Cresa. She insists that the more she drinks, the further she can see into the future.
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
authority and cause the tribe to collapse into chaos, with the survivors scattering either to join new tribes or to strike out on their own. At the other extreme, warriors that return home with a heavily
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->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
village whose crops are failing.
3 Defend or found an orphanage.
4 Teach a settlement to defend itself from wild beasts.
5 Reunite an orphan with living relatives.
6 Convince
are those who strike out to found a new settlement or bring aid to a struggling or endangered community. She loves most keenly those followers who embody her values of putting community before self by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Mummy Common mummies are the remains of priests, nobles, or champions of faith that underwent magical burial rites. Some are preserved through processes using linen wrappings or clay, but others are
The Mummy Reanimates To...
1 Defend a holy site it was created to protect.
2 Obey the summons of a mummy lord.
3 Oppose an enemy who has returned to life.
4 Protect its
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Riverine More than mere waterway guardians, riverines are embodiments of particular rivers. These spirits of nature take shape to defend their waters and interact with those who travel along their
Multiattack. The riverine makes two Flood Strike attacks.
Flood Strike. Melee Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 14 (2d8 + 5) bludgeoning damage plus 10 (3d6) cold damage
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
attack is designed to strike terror into its enemies: first by striking their main deck with a blast from its Hellfire Orb, and then by ramming into their flank so to the dreadnaught’s skeletal figurehead
to defend it. However, the storm god Talos has his own plans for them. When the time seems right, he makes his presence known (see “Rise of the Storm Lord”).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
distance where only skilled archers, heavy siege weapons, or spellcasters can strike back at them. At first blush, it might seem that a potent wizard would make the best giant-killer, but few
a giant can be tripped or pulled down — preferably onto its belly so it’s less able to defend itself — then it can be entangled in nets and cables and disabled by concentrated attacks on its head and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
, light-reflecting stone, and art depicting legendary heroes make every sun temple a bright, inspiring space. The rites conducted in sun temples include marriages, ceremonies to honor heroes, dawn worship
Temple Adventures table offers plots that could occur in such a place. Sun Temple Adventures d12 Adventure Goal
1 Acquire an artifact used by a legendary hero.
2 Defend a hero being
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
associated with particular springs and groves (such as Eldath). Druids revere nature as a whole and might serve one of these deities, practicing mysterious rites and reciting all-but-forgotten prayers in their
creature against that instance of the damage. Divine Strike At 8th level, you gain the ability to infuse your weapon strikes with divine energy. Once on each of your turns when you hit a creature with a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
is present, and the characters can engage their foe. After one prophet falls, the remaining three prophets retreat to lower levels, leaving their minions to defend the temple dungeons. The characters
temples while its elemental prophet is still alive, the prophet gathers reinforcements and sends them to attack the intruding party. The prophets can organize this strike even if they have retreated
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
6 version), Flame Strike (level 6 version), Geas, True Seeing
Guards Sentries and Watch Members
Habitat: Any; Treasure: Armaments, Individual
Guards protect people, places, and things, either
for pay or from a sense of duty. They might perform their duties vigilantly or distractedly. Some raise alarms at the first sign of danger and defend their charges with their lives. Others flee
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
fortified positions. Gnolls avoid protracted battles if they can, much preferring to slaughter those that can’t defend themselves. Overwhelm the Strong Gnolls attack intelligent prey that is capable of
, preferably by messenger bird. Do not tell the spies of your suspicions. Invent a story, such as the search for an outlaw or some other deception.
If a spy fails to report, you must strike quickly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
soldiers of Falkovnia force every commoner into grueling labor, rushing them to raise fortifications and scrape scrawny roots from the dirt. Every lash strike, every day of meager rations is necessary—or so
densest populations of the living. That’s currently the Falkovnian capital of Lekar, where unfit and underfed conscripts defend crumbling walls alongside General Drakov and her crimson-armored elite
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
muscular bodies of lions and the head, forelegs, and wings of eagles. When they attack, griffons are as swift and deadly as eagles, even as they strike with a lion’s savage might and grace.
Horse
territorial, griffons engage in brutal aerial combat to defend their aeries, tearing and shredding the wings of flying intruders to send them spiraling to the ground. Creatures that climb to a