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’s true form is large fiery eye within the center of five concentric rings. The rings are often made of a material that befits the divine power that it originally worked for; for example, angels
in armor and wielding swords.
Celestial Horrors
Many commonfolk pray to the angels, lifting their tear-streaked faces to the sky in search of a powerful being who can fix their problems, remedy
Demogorgon
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Monsters
Out of the Abyss
. Hypnotic Gaze. The target is charmed by Demogorgon until the start of Demogorgon’s next turn. Demogorgon chooses how the charmed target uses its actions, reactions, and movement. Because this
Demogorgon (for example, hitting him with an attack), there is a 50 percent;{"diceNotation":"1d100","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"illusory duplicate"} chance that it is the illusory duplicate that is
Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
only), protection from evil and goodThe hexton can take up to three reactions per round but only one per turn.
Counter Magic. The hexton attempts to interrupt a creature it can see that is casting a
endeavors outside Mechanus, with the most notable example being the Great Modron March. Hextons have solid frames that bristle with six shining flanges. They boast a pair of arms and tentacles, both of
Backgrounds
Ghosts of Saltmarsh
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I laugh loudly and see the humor in stressful situations.
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I prefer to solve problems without violence, but I finish fights decisively.
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I enjoy being out in nature; poor weather
. Job.
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I must set an example of hope for those who have given up.
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I’m searching for a fellow marine captured by an elusive enemy.
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Fear leads to tyranny, and both must be
Eladrin
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Mordenkainen’s Tome of Foes
emotional state. For example, an eladrin might shift to autumn if filled with contentment, another eladrin could change to winter if plunged into sorrow, still another might be bursting with joy and become an
the best way to solve problems.
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Overwhelming force can accomplish almost anything. The tougher the problem, the more force you apply.
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You stand tall and strong so that others can lean
Lizardfolk
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
. For example, humans confronted by an angry troll experience fear on a basic level. Their limbs shake, their thinking becomes panicked and jumbled, and they react by instinct. The emotion of fear takes
emotion and empathy. The same label serves as an apt depiction of lizardfolk.
Lacking any internal emotional reactions, lizardfolk behave in a distant manner. They don’t mourn fallen comrades or
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
(though it might cause more problems than it solves when you’re dealing with incorrigible lawbreakers). If you abuse this privilege, though, you can get in serious trouble with your superiors and
cast ensnaring strike, for example, the vines created by the spell might appear as rune-inscribed glowing bands that wrap around the target and hold it in place.
Suggested Characteristics
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
druids; they manage a spell or two thanks to a subclass or feat; or they manifest magical abilities that aren’t even spells. (For example, a barbarian who follows the Path of the Ancestral Guardian
encourages finding magical solutions to the most mundane problems, and if characters need access to a spell they can’t cast, they have a strong chance of finding someone who can cast it.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
exploit or punish, with hubris being the classic example. The gods of Theros aren’t so concerned about “ordinary” flaws like addiction or laziness. Rather, consider a tragic flaw involving something you
don’t want a god to learn or certain to provoke a god’s anger. For example, some of the flaws listed for the outlander background in the Player’s Handbook could put a character into conflict with a god
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
Cloister Quests As the characters explore Dragon’s Rest, the residents talk with them about the problems the cloister is facing. These conversations are opportunities for you to introduce the players
for that character. Some of those goals are concrete—the wizard, for example, is eager to learn the secrets of Clifftop Observatory. Others are more general and might be fulfilled gradually over the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
, it must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or suffer a random effect determined by a roll on the System Shock table. For example, a creature that has a hit point maximum of 30 must make
creature is stunned until the end of its next turn. 6–7 The creature can’t take reactions and has disadvantage on attack rolls and ability checks until the end of its next turn. 8–10 The creature can’t take reactions until the end of its next turn.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Adjudicating Reaction Timing Typical combatants rely on the opportunity attack and the Ready action for most of their reactions in a fight. Various spells and features give a creature more reaction
options, and sometimes the timing of a reaction can be difficult to adjudicate. Use this rule of thumb: follow whatever timing is specified in the reaction’s description. For example, the opportunity
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
element of chance in the situation. For example, your DM can call for a Charisma check at any point during an interaction if he or she wants the dice to play a role in determining an NPC’s reactions. Other
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
element of chance in the situation. For example, your DM can call for a Charisma check at any point during an interaction if he or she wants the dice to play a role in determining an NPC’s reactions. Other
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
Limited Usage Some special abilities—whether they are traits, actions, or reactions—have restrictions on the number of times they can be used: X/Day. The notation “X/Day” means a special ability can
be used a certain number of times, and then the creature must finish a long rest to regain expended uses. For example, “1/Day” means a special ability can be used once, and then the creature must
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
Limited Usage Some special abilities—whether they are traits, actions, or reactions—have restrictions on the number of times they can be used. X/Day. The notation “X/Day” means a special ability can
be used a certain number of times and that a monster must finish a long rest to regain expended uses. For example, “1/Day” means a special ability can be used once and that the monster must finish a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
. The following example combines an inhaled poison and the dream spell, creating a tool Ivana uses to manipulate her agents. Ivana’s Whisper (Inhaled). This poison bears a distinct scent and chemical
her message, predicting her target’s reactions, and chemically encoding in her responses. She wears this poison as a perfume or hides it within gift bouquets, allowing it to convey her message later.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
section to get started, and use the information in chapter 4 to help flesh out the villain.
For example, your villain might be an undead creature seeking to avenge a past imprisonment or injury. An
steps the villain takes to achieve its goals. Create a timeline showing what the villain does and when, assuming no interference from the adventurers.
Building on the previous example, you might
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
are coauthors of the story with you, and the events of the story shouldn’t be predetermined; the actions of the players’ characters have to matter. For example, if a major villain shows up before the
adventure possibilities available to them at the same time. If the characters have two or three things they can investigate or pursue, they have a meaningful choice. And if whatever threads they don’t investigate turn into bigger problems, you’ve clearly demonstrated that their decisions matter.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
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7Bonus Actions. This section provides a monster’s Bonus Actions, if any.
8Reactions and Legendary Actions. These sections provide Reactions and Legendary Actions, if any. The example monster doesn’t include these parts.
Stat Block Overview A monster has a stat block that contains the rules necessary to use it in the game. Stat blocks are divided into the following parts, which correspond with the example stat block
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Actions. This section provides a monster’s Bonus Actions, if any.
8Reactions and Legendary Actions. These sections provide Reactions and Legendary Actions, if any. The example monster doesn’t include these parts.
Stat Block Overview A monster has a stat block that contains the rules necessary to use it in the game. Stat blocks are divided into the following parts, which correspond with the example stat block
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
, and decisions might not get made quickly enough — or at all. Adding to the challenge of maintaining discipline is the ever-present threat of demonic madness growing among the ranks, creating problems
. For example, Zhentarim mercenaries might be eager to torture prisoners for information unless the characters put a stop to it, and members of the Emerald Enclave might place a higher priority on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Special Traits Special traits (which appear after a monster's challenge rating but before any actions or reactions) are characteristics that are likely to be relevant in a combat encounter and that
spell can have special rules or restrictions. For example, a drow mage can innately cast the levitate spell, but the spell has a "self only" restriction, which means that the spell affects only the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Special Traits Special traits (which appear after a monster’s challenge rating but before any actions or reactions) are characteristics that are likely to be relevant in a combat encounter and that
spell can have special rules or restrictions. For example, a drow mage can innately cast the levitate spell, but the spell has a “self only” restriction, which means that the spell affects only the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
types of creatures are associated with metaphysical planes of existence—specifically the Outer Planes—that embody certain alignments. For example, most devils hail from the Nine Hells, a plane of
acts according to its bestial nature. Sharks are savage predators, for example, but they are not evil; they have no alignment. TIKA AND ARTEMIS: ALIGNMENT
Tika Waylan is neutral good, fundamentally
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Morte’s Planar Parade
outside Mechanus, with the most notable example being the Great Modron March. Hextons have solid frames that bristle with six shining flanges. They boast a pair of arms and tentacles, both of which end
(spell save DC 17):
At will: detect magic, dispel magic, mending (as an action)
1/day each: plane shift (self only), protection from evil and good
Reactions
The hexton can take up to three
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
, discuss with your group how much fear ties into the game’s rules. Would you prefer to keep frightful reactions narrative, or would you like to use game rules that present additional challenges and
benefits? Ask your DM about the possibility of using the rules for inspiration to motivate fearful character reactions, as detailed in the “Fear and Stress” section of chapter 4. Using this system, a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
. See also “Playing the Game” (“Actions”). Bonus Actions. If the monster has Bonus Action options, they are listed in this section. Reactions. If the monster can take special Reactions, those are listed
block usually provides both a static number and a die expression for each instance of damage. For example, an attack might deal 4 (1d4 + 2) damage on a hit. The DM determines whether you use the static number or the die expression in parentheses; you don’t use both.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
(“Actions”). Bonus Actions. If the monster has Bonus Action options, they are listed in this section. Reactions. If the monster can take special Reactions, those are listed in this section. Attack Notation
number and a die expression for each instance of damage. For example, an attack might deal 4 (1d4 + 2) damage on a hit. The DM determines whether you use the static number or the die expression in parentheses; you don’t use both.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
additional action on your turn called a bonus action. The Cunning Action feature, for example, allows a rogue to take a bonus action. You can take a bonus action only when a special ability, spell, or
move or your action. For example, you could open a door during your move as you stride toward a foe, or you could draw your weapon as part of the same action you use to attack. If you want to interact
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
action. The Cunning Action feature, for example, allows a rogue to take a bonus action. You can take a bonus action only when a special ability, spell, or other feature of the game states that you can do
brief utterances and gestures, as you take your turn. You can also interact with one object or feature of the environment for free, during either your move or your action. For example, you could open a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
receiving gifts), and their gifts are usually very thoughtful. Good gifts have sentimental value to the giver. For example, a beloved heirloom makes a fine gift to a Fey creature. A throwaway gift is an
; this is why refusing a gift from a Fey creature can cause them consternation, as they’re trying to right a perceived imbalance by giving the gift. But accepting a gift from a Fey can cause problems for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
(rounded down). When calculating a monster’s damage output, also account for special off-turn damage-dealing features, such as auras, reactions, legendary actions, or lair actions. For example, a
monsters in the Monster Manual and mimic their ability scores. For example, if your monster is roughly as smart as a human commoner, give it an Intelligence of 10 (+0 modifier). If it’s as strong as an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
places in the city that house people who suffered because of the actions of other nations. For example, many of the residents of Dura hold all Aundairians responsible for the destruction of Fallen. In
Treaty of Thronehold and relationships between the signatories are still being normalized, Sharn doesn’t currently benefit from a lot of commerce with other nations. Problems could arise from a short
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
care less about Krezk’s problems. If the characters don’t accompany Anna on her quest, her expedition falls prey to the perils of the wilderness and never returns. Krezkov sends more villagers to find
the characters resort to magical trickery (for example, creating an illusory dress), the Abbot becomes hostile toward them once the deception is revealed.