mark some with often arises from for land

Druid

Classes Player’s Handbook

, individual Druids gain their magic from nature, a nature deity, or both, and they typically unite with other Druids to perform rites that mark the passage of the seasons and other natural cycles

. Druids are concerned with the delicate ecological balance that sustains plant and animal life and with the need for people to live in harmony with nature. Druids often guard sacred sites or watch over

Shadowmoor Giant

Monsters Lorwyn: First Light

takes great slumbers bordering on hibernation. These giants sleep for so long that they fuse with the surrounding earth, imbuing them with the land’s ambient wild magic. The giants can mold and

others. At worst, giants might be wrathful toward smaller folk, seeing them as invasive pests to be squashed. When a giant in the realm of Lorwyn-Shadowmoor sleeps, it often has vivid, dramatic dreams

Kuo-Toa Marauder

Monsters Heroes of the Borderlands

":"Slashing"} Slashing damage.Kuo-toa have slimy, humanoid bodies and the heads of goggle-eyed deep-sea fish. They claim they once dominated whole worlds, their empires spanning land and sea under the blessings

of piscine gods. Kuo-toa undertake contrived plots to propel themselves to dominance, often kidnapping people to learn their secrets or making dubious sacrifices to bizarre gods. These marauders

Tharashk Hunter

Monsters Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

hunters, typically humans or orcs, often work alongside Druid;Druids of the Gatekeepers, and occasionally with Aberrant Cultist;Aberrant Cultists of the Dragon Below.Mark of Tharashk. The hunter magically

marks one creature it can see within 150 feet. The mark lasts for 1 hour, until the target dies, or until the hunter uses this Bonus Action again. While the target is marked in this way, the hunter has

Merrow Haranguer

Monsters Lorwyn: First Light

exploit the realm of Lorwyn-Shadowmoor’s land-dwelling species. They resemble large fish with humanoid torsos and arms, though their forms vary widely. Merrow are often capable warriors, but most prefer to duel with cutting words before resorting to physical violence.

Merrow Doublespeaker

Monsters Lorwyn: First Light

; doublespeakers can use them to stab or throw at foes. Merrow Merrow are primarily water-dwelling people who exploit the realm of Lorwyn-Shadowmoor’s land-dwelling species. They resemble

large fish with humanoid torsos and arms, though their forms vary widely. Merrow are often capable warriors, but most prefer to duel with cutting words before resorting to physical violence.

Lorwyn Giant

Monsters Lorwyn: First Light

Lorwyn-Shadowmoor sleeps, it often has vivid, dramatic dreams. Giants see their dreams as powerful augurs or important messages that border on divine inspiration. These giants mark their resting spots

Oath of the Noble Genies

Classes Forgotten Realms: Heroes of Faerûn

land teeming with genies. Paladins who swear this oath often undertake quests that take them all over the Realms and across the multiverse—including the Elemental Planes. These paladins share

House Sivis Heir

Backgrounds Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

Ability Scores: Intelligence, Wisdom, Charisma Feat: Mark of Scribing Skill Proficiencies: History and Perception Tool Proficiencies: Calligrapher's Supplies Equipment: Choose A or B: (A

influence House Sivis has had on the shape of the modern age—just as few know how often a royal adviser holds more power than the actual ruler. While the other dragonmarked houses fight for fame and

Giant Coral Snake

Monsters Ghosts of Saltmarsh

minutes.Comfortable on land or in water, these brilliantly colored snakes are renowned for their potent and hallucinogenic venom. They are most often found in coastal caves. In the abandoned chambers

Triton Shorestalker

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

, triton shorestalkers seek vengeance. Using speed and poison harvested from deadly sea beasts, these triton assassins slip into shallow waters and strike when least expected. Often, surface dwellers don't

to most land-dwelling individuals. While the waves separate most tritons from land-dwellers, occasionally the inhabitants of the surface and the deep come into conflict. In such cases, tritons prove

Triton Master of Waves

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

Master Thief

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

;retire” from hands-on work to run a thieves’ guild, spearhead some covert enterprise, or enjoy a quiet life of luxury. When a master thief completes a challenging heist, they often leave

each other, resembling a tent 9 Worthless coin with a bite mark in it 10 Chalk or charcoal sketch of a domino mask Cunning Action. The thief takes the Dash, Disengage, or Hide action.

Archon of Boundaries

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

celestial realms to watch over the boundary of the wilds and protect those who dare to cross it. Sometimes knights of the realm get the idea that they can expand the borders of their land and keep the

wilds at bay simply by driving archons deeper into the wilds. Such efforts are futile; not only are archons difficult to kill, but they don’t create the boundaries, merely mark them. “A winged dawn dispels the terror of night.” —Chulane, Teller of Tales Radiant

Darkling Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

that she cursed every member of his house. Other fey refer to the descendants of Dubh Catha's house as the dubh sith-or, in Common, "darklings." Darklings most often settle in secluded caverns and

qualify to undergo a ritual to become an elder. Other elders mark the supplicant with glowing tattoos, channeling some of the darkling's absorbed light away from its body. If the ritual succeeds, the

Screaming Devilkin

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

equally ugly creature. Screaming Terrors. A screaming devilkin sometimes arises when a creature in the Feywild is overcome with panic to the point that it screams, babbles, and otherwise loses control

creatures. If they see signs of an evil presence in the land, such as a cruel overlord or a vicious necromancer, they may offer an alliance if the villain offers plenty of opportunities for them to engage

Hadozee Warrior

Monsters Spelljammer: Adventures in Space

warriors often adopt colorful names, such as the Soaring Hadozees, the Jammin’ Wingbats, and the Night Howlers. Hadozees Hadozees are slender, highly adaptive Humanoids with simian features

. When stretched taut between outstretched limbs, these membranes enable a hadozee to glide. On Yazir, their home world, hadozees lived high up in the trees to avoid large predators that walk on land

Psionic Ashenwight

Monsters Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

will: mage hand (the hand is invisible) 1/day: calm emotionsWhen an ashenwight arises near a crystal vein infused with aberrant power, or when one lingers in an area of fell magic, there is a chance

When a Humanoid consumed by cruelty and rage dies in an area corrupted by the Far Realm, the creature sometimes rises as an ashenwight. The skin of these Undead horrors is desiccated, and their eyes often glow with otherworldly power.Necrotic, Poison, Psychic

Darkling Elder Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

, in Common, "darklings." Darklings most often settle in secluded caverns and chambers beneath the towns of other species. From such enclaves, they quietly ply their trade as thieves and assassins

the colors in a painting or a jewel. Elder Transformation. A wise and respected darkling can qualify to undergo a ritual to become an elder. Other elders mark the supplicant with glowing tattoos

Cavalier (XGtE)

Classes Xanathar's Guide to Everything

. Cavaliers also learn how to guard those in their charge from harm, often serving as the protectors of their superiors and of the weak. Compelled to right wrongs or earn prestige, many of these

fighters leave their lives of comfort to embark on glorious adventure. Cavalier Features Fighter Level Feature 3rd Bonus Proficiency, Born to the Saddle, Unwavering Mark 7th

Alseid

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

than other nymphs. Farmers are grateful for the presence of alseids on their lands and often leave them offerings of mead, honey, flowers, and dates in return for protecting their flocks and making

benevolent and aid those who live off the land, while others embody violent aspects of nature. In either case, nymphs generally avoid other sapient creatures, preferring to mind the cycles of nature, the

Hadozee Explorer

Monsters Spelljammer: Adventures in Space

the trees to avoid large predators that walk on land. Today, Wildspace is where most of them feel at home. Hadozees are often hired as mercenary crews by other spacefaring folk. Their natural climbing

systems for riches and adventure. They often serve as navigators aboard spelljamming ships. To them, the Astral Plane is a mostly uncharted expanse worthy of further exploration. Hadozees Hadozees are

Tortle

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

from their native land without feeling homesick, often viewing their current companions as their family.

Hadozee Shipmate

Monsters Spelljammer: Adventures in Space

. When stretched taut between outstretched limbs, these membranes enable a hadozee to glide. On Yazir, their home world, hadozees lived high up in the trees to avoid large predators that walk on land

. Today, Wildspace is where most of them feel at home. Hadozees are often hired as mercenary crews by other spacefaring folk. Their natural climbing ability comes in handy, as does their ability to

Squid Ship

Equipment

Among the oldest types of spelljamming vessels, squid ship;squid ships are popular with privateers and are often used as patrol ships. Standard weapons on a squid ship include a forward-mounted

mangonel, two aft-mounted ballistae, and a reinforced bow for ramming. The tentacles that extend from the bow account for nearly half the ship’s keel length. Squid ships can float and sail on water, and they can land on the ground.

Elf Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

more often amused than excited, and more likely to be curious than greedy. They tend to remain aloof and unfazed by petty happenstance. When pursuing a goal, however, whether adventuring on a mission or

have been known to retreat from intrusions into their woodland homes, confident that they can simply wait the invaders out. But when the need arises, elves reveal a stern martial side, demonstrating

Tlexolotl

Monsters Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

destructive prowess, the land around its volcano is often naturally abundant. It’s common for those who live nearby to honor the tlexolotl as a protector of the land, as the ash it creates rejuvenates the soil and encourages life to flourish.Fire, Poison

Keelboat Legacy

Equipment

If you have proficiency with a certain kind of vehicle (land or water), you can add your proficiency bonus to any check you make to control that kind of vehicle in difficult circumstances. One of

the smallest sailing vessels, keelboat;keelboats can be sailed or rowed by a single person. These ships often transport small amounts of cargo or passengers. They're perfect for pleasure cruises, as

Naiad

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

, naiads gather to revel in nature’s might. Individual naiads often grow fixated with a single type or body of water, potentially preferring a deep sea trench, coastline, or river system above

all others. Over time, such a resident nymph often becomes connected with their aquatic home through sightings and stories, becoming a guardian of the place and, in effect, a manifestation of its

Cavalier

Classes Xanathar's Guide to Everything

. Cavaliers also learn how to guard those in their charge from harm, often serving as the protectors of their superiors and of the weak. Compelled to right wrongs or earn prestige, many of these

fighters leave their lives of comfort to embark on glorious adventure. Cavalier Features Fighter Level Feature 3rd Bonus Proficiency, Born to the Saddle, Unwavering Mark 7th

Leviathan

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

force of nature, dragging ships down to the ocean’s depths and washing away coastal settlements. When called forth, a leviathan arises from a large body of water and takes on the form of a

. Nihilistic cults have also been known to perform arduous rituals to summon a leviathan to a world, with the aim of using the creature to destroy coastal communities. Those cultists often consider it

Ironscale Hydra

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

legendary hydra Polukranos. Territorial Terrors. During their early years, hydras feed their rapid growth by terrorizing the land. When they grow large enough, they look for a territory to claim as

their own. Often, they steal lairs from other monsters in prolonged, devastating battles. Vicious Growth. Soon after a hydra claims a territory, it typically buries itself, entering a period of

Lampad

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

collect along the Tartyx River and reclaiming wayward souls that try to slip back to the mortal world. This means lampads are most often spotted in graveyards, crumbling crypts, and tunnels that bore

the magic of Nyx. Some are benevolent and aid those who live off the land, while others embody violent aspects of nature. In either case, nymphs generally avoid other sapient creatures, preferring to

Tortle Druid

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

long. Most tortles like to see how other folk live. A tortle can spend decades away from their native land without feeling homesick, often viewing their current companions as their family.

Eberron Dragonshard

Equipment

Eberron dragonshards are found in shallow soil, and often encased in geode-like stone shells. Eberron shards can be found almost anywhere, but the most significant deposits have been discovered

in jungle environments, notably Q’barra and the distant land of Xen’drik. In their raw form, Eberron shards are rosy crystals with crimson swirls flowing their depths. Eberron shards are

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