match smaller with openly adopt from for lives

Guard (Stranger Things)

Monsters Stranger Things: Welcome to the Hellfire Club

their duties vigilantly or distractedly. Some raise alarms at the first sign of danger and defend their charges with their lives. Others flee outright if their compensation doesn’t match the

Gladiator Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

"} bludgeoning damage. If the target is a Medium or smaller creature, it must succeed on a DC 15 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.Parry. The gladiator adds 3 to its AC against one melee attack that

each match as a life-or-death struggle, while others are professional duelists who command huge fees but rarely fight to the death.

Enlarge/Reduce Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

You cause a creature or an object you can see within range to grow larger or smaller for the duration. Choose either a creature or an object that is neither worn nor carried. If the target is

also has advantage on Strength checks and Strength saving throws. The target's weapons also grow to match its new size. While these weapons are enlarged, the target's attacks with them deal 1d4 extra

Strahd's Animated Armor

Monsters Curse of Strahd

to fulfill simple instructions. Some animated objects might converse fluently or adopt a persona, but most are simple automatons. Constructed Nature. An animated object doesn't require air, food, drink

or value to anyone. The armor that Strahd wore into battle when he was alive lives on today as a headless, animated suit of plate armor. The armor is painted burgundy and adorned with golden angelic

Redtooth Werefox

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

. If the werefox moved at least 20 feet straight toward the target immediately before the hit and the target is a Medium or smaller creature, the target must succeed on a DC 13 Strength saving throw or

their bodies would forever transform to match their hearts’ selfish and bestial natures. “My people are both bloom and thorn. Our ferocious impulses are as much a part of us as our

Hill Giant (variant)

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

damage. Squash. Melee Weapon Attack: +8;{"diceNotation":"1d20+8","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Squash"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one Medium or smaller creature. Hit: 26 (6d6 + 5);{"diceNotation":"6d6+5

grapple ends, the target is prone. The grapple ends early if the giant stands up.Hill giants are selfish brutes that hunt and raid in constant search of food. Their skins are tan from lives spent

Worker Robot

Monsters Quests from the Infinite Staircase

+ 5);{"diceNotation":"1d8+5", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Cargo Tentacle", "rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage. If the target is a Medium or smaller creature, it has the grappled

. Robots that endure long stretches of isolation, mistreatment, or neglect are prone to malfunctions. Some robots become despondent or cruel, while others obsessively repeat their last directive or adopt new, peculiar purposes of their own.Cold, PoisonAcid, Fire

Combat Robot

Monsters Quests from the Infinite Staircase

: 10 (1d10 + 5);{"diceNotation":"1d10+5", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Tentacle", "rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage. If the target is a Medium or smaller creature, it has the

stretches of isolation, mistreatment, or neglect are prone to malfunctions. Some robots become despondent or cruel, while others obsessively repeat their last directive or adopt new, peculiar purposes

Derwyth

Monsters Quests from the Infinite Staircase

Tree Shape (2/Day). Over the course of 1 minute, Derwyth can magically transform into a Huge or smaller tree and remain in that form for 24 hours or until she ends this transformation early (no

":"damage","rollAction":"Quarterstaff","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage with shillelagh.Derwyth lives in Cernant Valley—a forested basin at the foot of the Tegefed Mountains&mdash

Crystal Dragon Wyrmling

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

the radiant forces of the Positive Plane fosters a nurturing, optimistic attitude in most of these dragons. They sometimes adopt the abandoned eggs or hatchlings of other dragons; many a white wyrmling

gift to share in another’s joy, even if sometimes you must bear their pain, too. (Good) 3 Hospitality. We all live beautiful lives—it would be a shame not to share our lives with others

Changeling Legacy

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

in stable communities where changelings are true to their nature and deal openly with the people around them. Some are orphans, raised by other races, who find their way in the world without ever

can be shared by multiple changelings; there might be three healers in a community, but whoever is on duty will adopt the persona of Tek, the kindly old medic. Personas can even be passed down through

Trapper

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

difficult surfaces, including upside down on ceilings, without needing to make an ability check.Smother. One Large or smaller creature within 10 feet of the trapper must succeed on a DC 13 Dexterity

cunning enough to change its color to match and then conceal itself under a thin layer of vegetation or actual snow. A trapper that lurks on the floor of its hunting grounds can cover any remains there

Annis Hag

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

":"damage", "rollAction":"Crushing Hug", "rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage, and the target is grappled (escape DC 15 if it is a Large or smaller creature. Until the grapple ends, the target

child. Much as annis hags befriend children in order to corrupt them, they may adopt a group of ogres, trolls, or other creatures (ogre;ogres and troll;trolls appear in the Monster Manual), ruling them

Gnome Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

habitations in Oeble, that particular tenement had been built for humans, and smaller residents coped with the resulting awkwardness as best they could. But at least the relative largeness of the apartment

quick, if dangerous, path to wealth. Regardless of what spurs them to adventure, gnomes who adopt this way of life eke as much enjoyment out of it as they do out of any other activity they undertake

Mind Flayer Prophet

Monsters Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

., one creature. Hit: 16 (2d10 + 5);{"diceNotation":"2d10+5", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Tentacles", "rollDamageType":"psychic"} psychic damage. If the target is Medium or smaller, it has the

monster, plane shift (self only), true seeingSome mind flayers dedicate their lives to channeling abstruse truths from beyond reality. This insight gives them preternatural senses and allows them to

Kraken Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

);{"diceNotation":"3d8+10","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Bite","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage. If the target is a Large or smaller creature grappled by the kraken, that creature is

or smaller object held or creature grappled by the kraken is thrown up to 60 feet in a random direction and knocked prone. If a thrown target strikes a solid surface, the target takes 3 (1d6

City Watch / Investigator

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

constables and police forces, and even smaller communities have sheriffs and bailiffs who stand ready to protect their community. Skill Proficiencies: Athletics, InsightLanguages: Two of your

success. d6 Ideal 1 Greater Good. Our lot is to lay down our lives in defense of others. (Good) 2 Responsibility. I do what I must and obey just authority. (Lawful

Crab Folk

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

are content to lead peaceful lives as hunters and gatherers, the magic that created the crab folk sometimes compels them to lash out in fearsome raids when the conditions are right. Aquatic Vassals

, but looted cheap, bulky trade goods while leaving valuable smaller treasures behind. Frustrated by her servants, the hag wove a spell to adapt them to the coastal terrain while planting in their

Mindwitness

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

":"psychic"} psychic damage. If the target is Large or smaller, it is grappled (escape DC 13) and must succeed on a DC 13 Intelligence saving throw or be restrained until this grapple ends. Eye Ray. The

flumph;flumphs (see the Monster Manual) and planar beings such as demons, shifting their worldview and alignment to match those of their new masters.

Mercenary Veteran

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

a large outfit such as the Zhentarim or the soldiers of Mintarn, or a smaller band of sell-swords, maybe even more than one. (See the “Mercenaries of the North” sidebar for a collection of

a crude sense of humor. 8 I face problems head-on. A simple, direct solution is the best path to success. d6 Ideal 1 Greater Good. Our lot is to lay down our lives in

Young Crystal Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

; connection to the radiant forces of the Positive Plane fosters a nurturing, optimistic attitude in most of these dragons. They sometimes adopt the abandoned eggs or hatchlings of other dragons; many

. It’s a gift to share in another’s joy, even if sometimes you must bear their pain, too. (Good) 3 Hospitality. We all live beautiful lives—it would be a shame not to share our

Duergar Despot

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

", "rollAction":"Iron Fist", "rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage. If the target is a Large or smaller creature, it must succeed on a DC 17 Strength saving throw or be pushed up to 30 feet

that passion rarely manifests as mirth. They bring an emotional intensity to their lives, whether they’re exploring neighboring tunnels, defending their homes, engaging with their families, or

Thessalkraken

Monsters Infernal Machine Rebuild

damage. If the target is a Medium or smaller creature grappled by the thessalkraken, that creature is swallowed, and the grapple ends. While swallowed, the creature is blinded and restrained, it has total

grapple ends, the target is restrained. The thessalkraken has ten tentacles, each of which can grapple one target. Fling. One Medium or smaller object held or creature grappled by the thessalkraken is

Juvenile Kraken

Monsters Ghosts of Saltmarsh

","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage. If the target is a Medium or smaller creature grappled by the kraken, that creature is swallowed and the grapple ends. While swallowed, the creature is blinded and

of each of the kraken’s turns. One Medium or two smaller creatures can be swallowed at the same time. If the kraken takes 35 damage or more on a single turn from a creature inside it, the kraken

Slarkrethel

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

"} piercing damage. If the target is a Large or smaller creature grappled by the kraken, that creature is swallowed, and the grapple ends. While swallowed, the creature is blinded and restrained, it

target is restrained. The kraken has ten tentacles, each of which can grapple one target. Fling. One Large or smaller object held or creature grappled by the kraken is thrown up to 60 feet in a random

Slithering Tracker

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

);{"diceNotation":"1d10+3", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Slam", "rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage. Life Leech. One Large or smaller creature that the slithering tracker can see

’s body, killing it. Yet the subject’s mind lives on in the puddle that issues forth from the remains, and so too does its insatiable need for retribution. A slithering tracker tastes the

High Fae Kindguard

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

feet, to a minimum speed of 5 feet. The reduction lasts until the start of the high fae’s next turn. Tripping Feint. The high fae targets one Large or smaller creature it can see within 10 feet

amuse themselves over the long centuries of their lives, high fae frequently engage in deceptions and other complex games of wits against one another. Most high fae remain secluded deep within the wilds

Goose Mother

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

the target is a Large or smaller creature, it must succeed on a DC 15 Strength saving throw or have the prone condition. Lullaby of Honks (Recharge 5–6;{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType":"recharge

sprouted in place of the first. Enraged, the Goose Mother devoured the witch and rampaged deep into the wilds where it lives to this day. The Goose Mother lays one golden egg every hour, precisely on the

Genasi Legacy

Species Elemental Evil Player's Companion

entire lives without encountering another one of their kind. There are no great genasi cities or empires. Genasi seldom have communities of their own and typically adopt the cultures and societies into

into the mortal world. They adapt well to the mingled elements of the Material Plane, and they sometimes visit—whether of their own volition or compelled by magic. Some genies can adopt mortal

Adult Crystal Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

. Crystal dragons’ connection to the radiant forces of the Positive Plane fosters a nurturing, optimistic attitude in most of these dragons. They sometimes adopt the abandoned eggs or hatchlings of

. (Chaotic) 2 Empathy. It’s a gift to share in another’s joy, even if sometimes you must bear their pain, too. (Good) 3 Hospitality. We all live beautiful lives—it would be a

Ancient Crystal Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

them in peace. Crystal dragons’ connection to the radiant forces of the Positive Plane fosters a nurturing, optimistic attitude in most of these dragons. They sometimes adopt the abandoned eggs or

something new. (Chaotic) 2 Empathy. It’s a gift to share in another’s joy, even if sometimes you must bear their pain, too. (Good) 3 Hospitality. We all live beautiful lives—it

Faction Agent

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

operated openly or secretly, depending on the faction and its goals, as well as how those goals mesh with your own. Becoming an adventurer doesn’t necessarily require you to relinquish membership

provide you with access to a hidden safe house, free room and board, or assistance in finding information. These agents never risk their lives for you or risk revealing their true identities.

Brass Greatwyrm

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

a Huge or smaller creature, it is grappled (escape DC 20) and is restrained until this grapple ends. The greatwyrm can have only one creature grappled in this way at a time. Tail. Melee Weapon

forgiveness. Tamara, by contrast, embodies the ideal of mercy. She heals the sick, tends the injured, and delivers a peaceful departure to dragons nearing the end of their natural lives. She has a

Copper Greatwyrm

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

a Huge or smaller creature, it is grappled (escape DC 20) and is restrained until this grapple ends. The greatwyrm can have only one creature grappled in this way at a time. Tail. Melee Weapon

forgiveness. Tamara, by contrast, embodies the ideal of mercy. She heals the sick, tends the injured, and delivers a peaceful departure to dragons nearing the end of their natural lives. She has a

Gold Greatwyrm

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

a Huge or smaller creature, it is grappled (escape DC 20) and is restrained until this grapple ends. The greatwyrm can have only one creature grappled in this way at a time. Tail. Melee Weapon

forgiveness. Tamara, by contrast, embodies the ideal of mercy. She heals the sick, tends the injured, and delivers a peaceful departure to dragons nearing the end of their natural lives. She has a

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