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Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
transformation. Your alignment becomes lawful good, and you gain the following traits:
Angelic Language. You can speak, read, and write Celestial.
Celestial Resistance. You have resistance to necrotic and
creature that is transformed by magic, and see into the Ethereal Plane, all within a range of 60 feet.
New Personality. You gain new personality traits, determined by rolling once on each of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Morte’s Planar Parade
one or more of following traits of your choice: Flames of the Nine. Whenever the creature deals bludgeoning, piercing, or slashing damage, it can change the damage type to fire.
Viper Nest. When the
spots. Other times they’ll turn you into the sort of ugly little worm fiends love to snack on. If you’re planning to visit one of the Outer Planes, best to keep your stay short–if you ever want to leave at all.”
–Morte
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Morte’s Planar Parade
one or more of following traits of your choice: Flames of the Nine. Whenever the creature deals bludgeoning, piercing, or slashing damage, it can change the damage type to fire.
Viper Nest. When the
spots. Other times they’ll turn you into the sort of ugly little worm fiends love to snack on. If you’re planning to visit one of the Outer Planes, best to keep your stay short–if you ever want to leave at all.”
–Morte
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Pit Fiend Devil of Domination Habitat: Planar (Nine Hells); Treasure: Relics Eric Belisle Masterminds of the Nine Hells and generals of infernal legions, pit fiends seek conquests across the planes
of existence. More than warmongers, these diabolical tyrants concoct intricate plots that play out among fiendish battlefields, infernal politics, and mortal conspiracies. Pit fiends are the nobility
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Pit Fiend Devil of Domination Habitat: Planar (Nine Hells); Treasure: Relics Eric Belisle Masterminds of the Nine Hells and generals of infernal legions, pit fiends seek conquests across the planes
of existence. More than warmongers, these diabolical tyrants concoct intricate plots that play out among fiendish battlefields, infernal politics, and mortal conspiracies. Pit fiends are the nobility
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
stampedes heralded by a din of wordless whimpers and stomach-turning worm sounds. Swarm of Larvae Large Swarm of Medium Fiends, Neutral Evil
AC 13 Initiative +0 (10)
HP 22 (3d10 + 6)
Speed 30 ft
but can’t speak
CR 1 (XP 200; PB +2)
Traits
Swarm. The swarm can occupy another creature’s space and vice versa, and the swarm can move through an opening large enough for a Medium creature. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Fiends (Devil), Lawful Evil
AC 12 Initiative −2 (8)
HP 45 (6d10 + 12)
Speed 40 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 14 +2 +2
Dex 7 −2 −2
Con 14 +2 +2
Ability Score
)
Traits
Hellish Restoration. If the swarm dies in the Nine Hells, it revives with all its Hit Points in 1d10 days unless it is killed by a creature under the effects of a Bless spell or its remains
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
stampedes heralded by a din of wordless whimpers and stomach-turning worm sounds. Swarm of Larvae Large Swarm of Medium Fiends, Neutral Evil
AC 13 Initiative +0 (10)
HP 22 (3d10 + 6)
Speed 30 ft
but can’t speak
CR 1 (XP 200; PB +2)
Traits
Swarm. The swarm can occupy another creature’s space and vice versa, and the swarm can move through an opening large enough for a Medium creature. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Fiends (Devil), Lawful Evil
AC 12 Initiative −2 (8)
HP 45 (6d10 + 12)
Speed 40 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 14 +2 +2
Dex 7 −2 −2
Con 14 +2 +2
Ability Score
)
Traits
Hellish Restoration. If the swarm dies in the Nine Hells, it revives with all its Hit Points in 1d10 days unless it is killed by a creature under the effects of a Bless spell or its remains
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
, Slayer of Fiends, Merchant Most Excellent, Purveyor of Death!
—Seamusxanthuszenus, smoke mephit with a typically inflated impression of itself
Smoke Mephit Small Elemental, Neutral Evil
Languages Primordial (Auran, Ignan)
CR 1/4 (XP 50; PB +2)
Traits
Death Burst. The mephit explodes when it dies. Constitution Saving Throw: DC 11, each creature in a 5-foot Emanation originating from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
, Slayer of Fiends, Merchant Most Excellent, Purveyor of Death!
—Seamusxanthuszenus, smoke mephit with a typically inflated impression of itself
Smoke Mephit Small Elemental, Neutral Evil
Languages Primordial (Auran, Ignan)
CR 1/4 (XP 50; PB +2)
Traits
Death Burst. The mephit explodes when it dies. Constitution Saving Throw: DC 11, each creature in a 5-foot Emanation originating from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
foes irresistible targets for other Fiends. Sahuagin Baron Large Fiend, Lawful Evil
AC 16 Initiative +5 (15)
HP 76 (9d10 + 27)
Speed 30 ft., Swim 50 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 19
Gear Breastplate, Trident
Senses Darkvision 120 ft.; Passive Perception 17
Languages Sahuagin
CR 5 (XP 1,800; PB +3)
Traits
Blood Frenzy. The sahuagin has Advantage on attack rolls against any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
foes irresistible targets for other Fiends. Sahuagin Baron Large Fiend, Lawful Evil
AC 16 Initiative +5 (15)
HP 76 (9d10 + 27)
Speed 30 ft., Swim 50 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 19
Gear Breastplate, Trident
Senses Darkvision 120 ft.; Passive Perception 17
Languages Sahuagin
CR 5 (XP 1,800; PB +3)
Traits
Blood Frenzy. The sahuagin has Advantage on attack rolls against any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
with cruel enthusiasm. Swarm of Dretches Large Swarm of Small Fiends (Demon), Chaotic Evil
AC 12 Initiative +0 (10)
HP 45 (6d10 + 12)
Speed 40 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 14 +2
60 ft. (works only with creatures that understand Abyssal)
CR 4 (1,100 XP; PB +2)
Traits
Fetid Aura. Constitution Saving Throw: DC 12, any creature that starts its turn in a 10-foot Emanation
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
terror or enraptured by otherworldly beauty, and you’re as comfortable dealing with Celestials and Fiends as you are with the vendors in town (who might be one and the same). Skill Proficiencies
Characteristics. The influence of an Outer Plane shapes your perspective. The Gate Warden Personality Traits table suggests traits you might adopt for your character. Gate Warden Personality Traits d6
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
terror or enraptured by otherworldly beauty, and you’re as comfortable dealing with Celestials and Fiends as you are with the vendors in town (who might be one and the same). Skill Proficiencies
Characteristics. The influence of an Outer Plane shapes your perspective. The Gate Warden Personality Traits table suggests traits you might adopt for your character. Gate Warden Personality Traits d6
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
signature traits? In the case of a new subrace, what sets it apart from the other subraces of the parent race? Compare the race you have in mind with the other race options available to players, to
options are inferior). When the time comes to design the game elements of the race, such as its traits, take a look at the game’s existing races and let them inspire you. Cosmetic Alterations A simple
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
signature traits? In the case of a new subrace, what sets it apart from the other subraces of the parent race? Compare the race you have in mind with the other race options available to players, to
options are inferior). When the time comes to design the game elements of the race, such as its traits, take a look at the game’s existing races and let them inspire you. Cosmetic Alterations A simple
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Bone Devil Devil of Dread and Obedience Habitat: Planar (Nine Hells); Treasure: Implements Bone devils are gaunt, nightmarish Fiends with pallid skin stretched tight over frames that combine human
and insectile features. Also known as osyluths, these Fiends command weaker devils and other beings aligned with infernal legions. Bone devils ensure that the commands of hellish sovereigns are exacted
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Bone Devil Devil of Dread and Obedience Habitat: Planar (Nine Hells); Treasure: Implements Bone devils are gaunt, nightmarish Fiends with pallid skin stretched tight over frames that combine human
and insectile features. Also known as osyluths, these Fiends command weaker devils and other beings aligned with infernal legions. Bone devils ensure that the commands of hellish sovereigns are exacted
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
fiendish entities each think they’re the true manifestation of their past self and hunt one another to recover their power. In rare cases, Fiends other than demons might adopt forms similar to shadow
Abyssal; telepathy 120 ft.
CR 4 (XP 1,100; PB +2)
Traits
Demonic Restoration. If the demon dies outside the Abyss, its body dissolves into ichor, and it gains a new body instantly, reviving with all
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Ancient Black Dragon Ancient black dragons plot the ruin of whole realms. They seek magic to corrupt the land, raise undead hordes, bind fiends, and replicate magical disasters. Ancient black dragons
Immunities Acid
Senses Blindsight 60 ft., Darkvision 120 ft.; Passive Perception 26
Languages Common, Draconic
CR 21 (XP 33,000, or 41,000 in lair; PB +7)
Traits
Amphibious. The dragon can breathe
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
fiendish entities each think they’re the true manifestation of their past self and hunt one another to recover their power. In rare cases, Fiends other than demons might adopt forms similar to shadow
Abyssal; telepathy 120 ft.
CR 4 (XP 1,100; PB +2)
Traits
Demonic Restoration. If the demon dies outside the Abyss, its body dissolves into ichor, and it gains a new body instantly, reviving with all
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Ancient Black Dragon Ancient black dragons plot the ruin of whole realms. They seek magic to corrupt the land, raise undead hordes, bind fiends, and replicate magical disasters. Ancient black dragons
Immunities Acid
Senses Blindsight 60 ft., Darkvision 120 ft.; Passive Perception 26
Languages Common, Draconic
CR 21 (XP 33,000, or 41,000 in lair; PB +7)
Traits
Amphibious. The dragon can breathe
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
to manipulate audiences. Performer legends usually have signature traits or talents that set them apart from other entertainers, such as a distinct voice, incredible athleticism, or a unique manner of
dress. They often travel with a retinue of other performers, guards, or noble patrons. Welcome, one! Welcome, all! Welcome to the short, and welcome to the tall! Welcome angels, welcome fiends
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
to manipulate audiences. Performer legends usually have signature traits or talents that set them apart from other entertainers, such as a distinct voice, incredible athleticism, or a unique manner of
dress. They often travel with a retinue of other performers, guards, or noble patrons. Welcome, one! Welcome, all! Welcome to the short, and welcome to the tall! Welcome angels, welcome fiends
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
fiends. Both 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
Underworld traders Elvish
Personal Characteristics Fleshing out your character’s personality—the array of traits, mannerisms, habits, beliefs, and flaws that give a person a unique identity—will
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
fiends. Both 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
Underworld traders Elvish
Personal Characteristics Fleshing out your character’s personality—the array of traits, mannerisms, habits, beliefs, and flaws that give a person a unique identity—will
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
their kind. These forces serve more powerful yugoloths, other fiends, sinister mages, or anyone who provides them with tempting rewards. Mezzoloths obediently adhere to the bargains they strike
., Darkvision 60 ft.; Passive Perception 15
Languages Abyssal, Infernal; telepathy 60 ft.
CR 5 (XP 1,800; PB +3)
Traits
Fiendish Restoration. If the mezzoloth dies outside Gehenna, its body dissolves
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Crackling shapes that look like animals, fiends, skeletons, sprites, or other beings.
4 Flames that are predominantly white, blue, or a more unusual color.
5 The form of a calm or tormented
, Poisoned, Prone, Restrained, Unconscious
Senses Darkvision 60 ft.; Passive Perception 10
Languages Primordial (Ignan)
CR 5 (XP 1,800; PB +3)
Traits
Fire Aura. At the end of each of the elemental’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
angelic hosts and wield holy weapons capable of laying low the wickedest Fiends. Solars can resurrect the dead and often use that power to enlist mortal aid. They bestow grand, new purposes on those they
All; telepathy 120 ft.
CR 21 (XP 33,000; PB +7)
Traits
Divine Awareness. The solar knows if it hears a lie.
Exalted Restoration. If the solar dies outside Mount Celestia, its body disappears
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Sentient Magic Item Traits When you make a sentient magic item, you create the item’s persona much as you would create an NPC, with these exceptions. Abilities. A sentient magic item has Intelligence
diametrically opposed alignment. Such an item is never Neutral. 2 Bane. The item seeks to thwart or destroy creatures of a particular type, such as Constructs, Fiends, or Undead. 3 Creator Seeker. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Sentient Magic Item Traits When you make a sentient magic item, you create the item’s persona much as you would create an NPC, with these exceptions. Abilities. A sentient magic item has Intelligence
diametrically opposed alignment. Such an item is never Neutral. 2 Bane. The item seeks to thwart or destroy creatures of a particular type, such as Constructs, Fiends, or Undead. 3 Creator Seeker. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Crackling shapes that look like animals, fiends, skeletons, sprites, or other beings.
4 Flames that are predominantly white, blue, or a more unusual color.
5 The form of a calm or tormented
, Poisoned, Prone, Restrained, Unconscious
Senses Darkvision 60 ft.; Passive Perception 10
Languages Primordial (Ignan)
CR 5 (XP 1,800; PB +3)
Traits
Fire Aura. At the end of each of the elemental’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
their kind. These forces serve more powerful yugoloths, other fiends, sinister mages, or anyone who provides them with tempting rewards. Mezzoloths obediently adhere to the bargains they strike
., Darkvision 60 ft.; Passive Perception 15
Languages Abyssal, Infernal; telepathy 60 ft.
CR 5 (XP 1,800; PB +3)
Traits
Fiendish Restoration. If the mezzoloth dies outside Gehenna, its body dissolves






