measure some with only allied force for lack

Orb of Dragonkind

Magic Items Dungeon Master’s Guide

an evil dragon, a presence that resents any attempt to coax magic from it. Those who try to wield an orb’s magic but lack sufficient force of personality might find themselves under the orb&rsquo

. Their magic has been warped over the centuries. Their primary purpose of calling dragons still functions, but they also allow some measure of control over dragons. Each orb contains the essence of

Rod of Lordly Might

Magic Items Dungeon Master’s Guide

apart, forming a ladder. The pole can bear up to 4,000 pounds. More weight or lack of solid anchoring causes the rod to revert to its normal form. Button 5. The rod transforms into a handheld battering

height above it. Drain Life. When you hit a creature with a melee attack using the rod, you can force the target to make a DC 17 Constitution saving throw. On a failed save, the target takes an extra

Battle Standard of Infernal Power

Magic Items Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

immunity to all types of damage except force damage. If killed or somehow released, the quasit disappears in a cloud of smoke, and a new one appears in the cage, provided the cage is intact. While

you hold the banner, your weapon attacks and those of all allied creatures within 300 feet of you count as magical for the purposes of overcoming damage immunities and resistances.

Time Dragon Wyrmling

Monsters Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse

", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage. Time Breath (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType":"recharge", "rollAction":"Time Breath"}. The dragon exhales a wave of shimmering light in a 15-foot cone

creature takes 27 (6d8);{"diceNotation":"6d8", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Time Breath", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage and is magically weakened as it is desynchronized from the time stream

Young Time Dragon

Monsters Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse

", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage. Time Breath (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType":"recharge", "rollAction":"Time Breath"}. The dragon exhales a wave of shimmering light in a 30-foot cone

creature takes 31 (7d8);{"diceNotation":"7d8", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Time Breath", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage and is magically weakened as it is desynchronized from the time

Hobgoblin Devastator

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

);{"diceNotation":"3d8","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Quarterstaff","rollDamageType":"force"} force damage. Devastating Bolt. Ranged Spell Attack: +5;{"diceNotation":"1d20+5","rollType":"to hit

","rollAction":"Devastating Bolt"} to hit, range 60 ft., one target. Hit: 21 (4d8 + 3);{"diceNotation":"4d8+3","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Devastating Bolt","rollDamageType":"force"} force damage

Leprechaun

Monsters Quests from the Infinite Staircase

damage the leprechaun, force the leprechaun to make a saving throw, or steal from the leprechaun.Multiattack. The leprechaun makes two Cobbler’s Hammer attacks and can use Spellcasting

", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage. If the target is a creature, its speed is halved until the start of the leprechaun’s next turn. Gift of Luck (1/Day). The leprechaun touches a creature and

Yagnoloth

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

", "rollAction":"Massive Arm", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage. If the target is a creature, it must succeed on a DC 16 Constitution saving throw or become stunned until the end of the yagnoloth

’s next turn. Battlefield Cunning (Recharge 4–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType":"recharge", "rollAction":"Battlefield Cunning"}. Up to two allied yugoloths within 60 feet of the yagnoloth that

Khargra

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

);{"diceNotation":"4d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Earth Phasing","rollDamageType":"force"} force damage and immediately moves to the nearest unoccupied space.Opportunistic Hunger. When a creature the

material is coughed up. Reluctant Predators. Khargras find living flesh disgusting, and they attack creatures only when driven by hunger and a lack of safer options. After securing a meal of whatever

Jammer Leech

Monsters Spelljammer: Adventures in Space

":"force"} force damage and be stunned until the end of its next turn.A jammer leech is a barnacle-like creature that begins life as a space-dwelling spore that attaches to the hull of a spelljamming ship

defensive measure. If the crew of a ship becomes aware of leeches that have become attached, it’s customary for them to try to scrape the leeches off the hull rather than attack them with weapons

Rod of Lordly Might Legacy

Magic Items Basic Rules (2014)

, forming a ladder. The pole can bear up to 4,000 pounds. More weight or lack of solid anchoring causes the rod to revert to its normal form. If you press button 5, the rod transforms into a handheld

your height above it. Drain Life. When you hit a creature with a melee attack using the rod, you can force the target to make a DC 17 Constitution saving throw. On a failure, the target takes an extra

Amethyst Dragon Wyrmling

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

psionically manipulate the fundamental principles of the multiverse, from the force of gravity to the emanations of the Outer Planes. Their innate psionics give them a measure of control over how physical laws

", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage. Singularity Breath (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType":"recharge", "rollAction":"Singularity Breath"}. The dragon creates a shining bead of

Adult Time Dragon

Monsters Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse

"} slashing damage plus 7 (2d6);{"diceNotation":"2d6", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Rend", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage. Time Breath (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType

", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage and is magically weakened as it is desynchronized from the time stream. While the creature is in this state, attack rolls against it have advantage, and it has the

Medusa (Theran variant)

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

Petrifying Gaze. When a creature that can see the medusa's eyes starts its turn within 30 feet of the medusa, the medusa can force it to make a DC 14 Constitution saving throw if the medusa isn't

immortality that are too powerful to be known by those who lack the wisdom to use them properly. Those who approach a medusa with humility and worthy offerings might receive the creature's favor. The

Faction Agent

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

clothes, and a pouch containing 15 gp Factions of the Sword Coast The lack of large, centralized governments in the North and along the Sword Coast is likely directly responsible for the

knowledge, rather than brute force. Harper agents are often proficient in Investigation, enabling them to be adept at snooping and spying. They often seek aid from other Harpers, sympathetic bards and

Young Amethyst Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

);{"diceNotation":"1d8", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Bite", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage. Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +9;{"diceNotation":"1d20+9", "rollType":"to hit", "rollAction":"Claw

(Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType":"recharge", "rollAction":"Singularity Breath"}. The dragon creates a shining bead of gravitational force in its mouth, then releases the energy in a 30-foot

Bael

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Hellish Morningstar", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage plus 9 (2d8);{"diceNotation":"2d8", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Hellish Morningstar

interests at Mammon’s court, which leaves him free to pursue his battle lust. Despite his lack of interest in affairs outside battle, or perhaps because of it, Bael has gained a small

Orb of Dragonkind Legacy

Magic Items Basic Rules (2014)

magic has been warped and twisted over the centuries, so although their primary purpose of calling dragons still functions, they also allow some measure of control over dragons. Each orb contains the

essence of an evil dragon, a presence that resents any attempt to coax magic from it. Those lacking in force of personality might find themselves enslaved to an orb. An orb is an etched crystal

Fog Giant

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

Denizen of the Mist. During its turn, the fog giant ignores the effects of fog cloud spells cast by it or other allied fog giants. Keen Smell. The giant has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks

intimidation to get their way. A fog giant seeks out news and rumors of treasures that appeal to its sense of refinement, then tracks down and treats owners of those treasures to a show of force. Kicking

Ancient Time Dragon

Monsters Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse

);{"diceNotation":"3d6", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Rend", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage. Time Breath (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType":"recharge", "rollAction":"Time

must make a DC 24 Constitution saving throw. On a failed save, a creature takes 52 (8d12);{"diceNotation":"8d12", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Time Breath", "rollDamageType":"force"} force

Hobgoblin Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

Maglubiyet, the greater god allows them to retain a measure of their influence over the hobgoblins because their philosophies are in line with his own. Hobgoblins don’t build temples to their gods, lest

white paint. They work as a police force in hobgoblin society, making judgments about honor, mediating disputes, and otherwise enforcing discipline. Rank, Status, and Title As in any strict military

Adult Amethyst Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

psionically manipulate the fundamental principles of the multiverse, from the force of gravity to the emanations of the Outer Planes. Their innate psionics give them a measure of control over how

", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Bite", "rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage plus 9 (2d8);{"diceNotation":"2d8", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Bite", "rollDamageType":"force"} force

Crab Folk

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

, their lack of cunning foiled her plans. Many tumbled into the sea and drowned, too simpleminded and impatient to learn how to swim. Others smashed caravans and crushed their defenders most effectively

guise of a regal hobgoblin queen. If the crab folk ever encounter someone who bears a strong resemblance to that form, their magical compulsion might force them to worship that creature, obeying their every command.

Ancient Amethyst Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

fundamental principles of the multiverse, from the force of gravity to the emanations of the Outer Planes. Their innate psionics give them a measure of control over how physical laws affect them. They defy

", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Bite", "rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage plus 13 (3d8);{"diceNotation":"3d8", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Bite", "rollDamageType":"force"} force

Akmon, Hammer of Purphoros

Magic Items Mythic Odysseys of Theros

Purphoros’s hammer works wonders and disasters, the god of the forge using it to craft ground-breaking marvels and dangerous inventions in equal measure. Purphoros rarely bestows Akmon on

a force of destruction, or forge something remarkable somewhere the god isn’t welcome. Hammer of the Forge. This magic warhammer grants a +3 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with it. When

Alhoon

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

", "rollAction":"Arcane Bolt", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage. Mind Blast (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType":"recharge", "rollAction":"Mind Blast"}. The alhoon magically emits psychic

difference is the lack of a mind flayer’s ever-present mucus coating. Without that protection, an alhoon’s skin becomes dry and cracked, and its eyes might appear shriveled and sunken. Both of

Yuan-ti Pureblood Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

cluster of allied city-states. Conquered neighbors were allowed to keep their leaders and culture so long as they paid tribute, swore allegiance to the victors, and incorporated their conquerors

others can be exploited through bribes, favors, or threats. As creatures devoid of emotion, yuan-ti exhibit behavior and use tactics that exemplify that outlook (or lack of one). Whether in combat

Sorcerer Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

motivations driving them to adventure. Some seek a greater understanding of the magical force that infuses them, or the answer to the mystery of its origin. Others hope to find a way to get rid of it, or to

unleash its full potential. Whatever their goals, sorcerers are every bit as useful to an adventuring party as wizards, making up for a comparative lack of breadth in their magical knowledge with

Bard Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

and some measure of natural talent that most troubadours and jongleurs lack. It can be hard to spot the difference between these performers and true bards, though. A bard’s life is spent

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

with orcs tells of confronting a hulking foe that can cleave through a warrior with a single blow, part of a force that can cut down enemies as though they were trembling stalks of wheat before the

Luthic. He predicts that the war will end with Luthic the only deity standing, as the cave mother ascends to rule her warrior children. Life in the Tribe Orcs survive through savagery and force of

Eldath

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

various holy sites and shrines, seeing that the locations are cared for and that they remain places of sweet serenity. The faithful of Eldath are usually close to nature, and allied to druids, who count

Eldath among the First Circle. It is taboo to strike a priest of Eldath, and killing one is said to bring great misfortune. Despite the measure of protection that this belief affords them, most priests

Druid Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

nature. Instead, they see themselves as extensions of nature’s indomitable will. Power of Nature Druids revere nature above all, gaining their spells and other magical powers either from the force

used for thrown weapons, such as darts or javelins. Druids from regions that lack the plants described here have chosen other plants to take on similar uses. For instance, a druid of a desert region

Amethyst Dragons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

Amethyst Dragons Amethyst dragons, the mightiest of the gem dragons, study and psionically manipulate the fundamental principles of the multiverse, from the force of gravity to the emanations of the

Outer Planes. Their innate psionics give them a measure of control over how physical laws affect them. They defy gravity with flight that doesn’t rely solely upon their great wings, and gravitational

Four Councils

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

assess the gains made by the allied factions against the Cult of the Dragon. The party is called on to pursue two leads that might grant even more advantage over the cult—a renegade cultist offering to

new council, the various factions measure the party’s actions and achievements, comparing those actions to their own goals. Characters who further the goals of a faction will find that faction willing

Four Councils

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

assess the gains made by the allied factions against the Cult of the Dragon. The party is called on to pursue two leads that might grant even more advantage over the cult—a renegade cultist offering to

new council, the various factions measure the party’s actions and achievements, comparing those actions to their own goals. Characters who further the goals of a faction will find that faction willing

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