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Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
evil and goodWhen modrons act against the will of Primus, nonatons are charged with bringing those rogue units into line. These inspectors also interrogate captured trespassers of Mechanus. Nonatons
have wormlike bodies studded with nine mechanical arms.
Modrons
Constructed on the plane of Mechanus, modrons are partially mechanical beings that belong to a strict hierarchy. Each modron
Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
Strength saving throw or be pulled up to 10 feet in a straight line toward the octon. Then, the octon makes two Tentacle attacks against each creature within 10 feet of itself.
Spellcasting. The
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1/day each: plane shift (self only), protection from evil and goodAt the head of Mechanus’s sectors are the octons, hierarch modrons that oversee daily governance. They provide data to other
spells
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
You create a lash of lightning energy that strikes at one creature of your choice that you can see within 15 feet of you. The target must succeed on a Strength saving throw or be pulled up to 10 feet
in a straight line toward you and then take 1d8 lightning damage if it is within 5 feet of you.
This spell’s damage increases by 1d8 when you reach 5th level (2d8), 11th level (3d8), and 17th level (4d8).
Spells
Elemental Evil Player's Companion
Choose one object weighing 1 to 5 pounds within range that isn’t being worn or carried. The object flies in a straight line up to 90 feet in a direction you choose before falling to the ground
, stopping early if it impacts against a solid surface. If the object would strike a creature, that creature must make a Dexterity saving throw. On a failed save, the object strikes the target and
Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
material components and using Charisma as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 15):
At will: detect evil and good
1/day each: aid, continual flame, protection from evil and good, scrying (as an
any who cross that planar boundary. If an invader enters the archon’s plane, the warden strikes with claw and tooth, using its powerful bite to magically mark the intruder, which the archon
Monsters
Acquisitions Incorporated
with spell attacks). He has the following paladin spells prepared:
1st level (4 slots): command, compelled duel, cure wounds, wrathful smite
2nd level (2 slots): aid, branding smite, lesser restoration
. Hit: 5 (1d4 + 3);{"diceNotation":"1d4+3","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Whip","rollDamageType":"slashing"} slashing damage.
Acid Vomit. Donaar regurgitates acid in a 30-foot line that is 5 feet
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
","rollAction":"Many-Tailed Whip","rollDamageType":"thunder"} thunder damage. If the target is a creature, it must succeed on a DC 24 Strength saving throw or be pulled up to 30 feet in a straight line
there is nowhere to move, in which case it needn’t take the Dash action. If the creature ends its turn in a location where it doesn’t have line of sight to Moloch, the creature can repeat
Firbolg
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
offering food and other supplies to aid their departure. If those who insist on remaining respect nature, take only what they need, and live in harmony with the wood, firbolgs explore the possibility
adopt elven names when they must deal with outsiders, although the concept of names strikes them as strange. They know the animals and plants of the forest without formal names, and instead identify the
Graz'zt
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Monsters
Out of the Abyss
Dark Prince is a warning that not all beautiful things are good. Standing nearly nine feet tall, Graz’zt strikes the perfect figure of untamed desire, every plane and curve of his body, every
lair or within line of sight of the demon lord, roll on the Madness of Graz’zt table to determine the nature of the madness, which is a character flaw that lasts until cured. See the Dungeon
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
travelers stand in queue, seeking to pass through the gate to Mechanus. Amid the line, modron overseers orchestrate the orderly, sluggish procession to the gate.
Guarding the Gate The gate to Mechanus is
Exploring Automata CoupleOfKooks “You think Automata’s straight streets and ticks and tocks are order?! Wake up! The powers of Mechanus don’t want what’s best for you. They want you predicable
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
. The object flies in a straight line up to 90 feet in a direction you choose before falling to the ground, stopping early if it impacts against a solid surface. If the object would strike a creature
, that creature must make a Dexterity saving throw. On a failed save, the object strikes the target and stops moving. When the object strikes something, the object and what it strikes each take 3d8
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
. The object flies in a straight line up to 90 feet in a direction you choose before falling to the ground, stopping early if it impacts against a solid surface. If the object would strike a creature
, that creature must make a Dexterity saving throw. On a failed save, the object strikes the target and stops moving. When the object strikes something, the object and what it strikes each take 3d8
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
. Skewed Data Results Data Skewed X01’s Personality Chaotic Rigid, even for a modron, and insistent that the characters aid it in returning to Mechanus Evil Serene and overly concerned about the
eager to lead its followers directly to Mechanus, where they can make an unremarkable report. Inconsistent If the characters provided inconsistent details about the Outlands—several accurate and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
pass to access the gate to Mechanus, along with a simple trinket: a precise copper pocket watch with a face that tracks 168 hours. The watch is worth 500 gp—double that in lawfully aligned settlements
, Aristimus thanks them for their time and directs them to the line of applicants seeking gate access. When the characters have completed their work in Automata, consult the “Advancing in Level” section of chapter 4 and let the party determine their next destination.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
Lightning Lure Evocation cantrip Casting Time: 1 action Range: Self (15-foot radius) Components: V Duration: Instantaneous You create a lash of lightning energy that strikes at one creature of your
choice that you can see within 15 feet of you. The target must succeed on a Strength saving throw or be pulled up to 10 feet in a straight line toward you and then take 1d8 lightning damage if it is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
Automata Gate Destination: Clockwork Nirvana of Mechanus Primary Citizens: Modrons Rulers: Council of Order Automata is a machine of law and order. The town’s geography is as rigid as its bureaucracy
Cycle, the time it takes for the largest gear in Mechanus to complete a single rotation. However, on at least one occasion, the march came early, and legions of modrons wreaked widespread havoc as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
it’s not rising in a straight line. Cloud cover might even make it look as though it were broken into multiple pieces. After an hour, the Spire returns to normal. 2 A kolyarut (see Morte’s Planar Parade
) arrives to interview the characters about their strange situation. It seeks information so greater powers in Mechanus can decide whether they want to blame the characters for their reality-defying
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
National Affairs Sometimes there’s a fine line between the missions assigned by a head of state and those of an espionage agency or a military force, but your team’s central focus is politics. As a
3 Track down agents and infiltrators from other nations who are acting against New Cyre’s interests 4 Venture into the Mournland to salvage Cyran treasures 5 Aid Cyran refugees in Breland and elsewhere 6 Make incriminating or embarrassing evidence about the prince quietly disappear
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
dragon wyrmling is actually the temporally displaced form of an ancient amethyst dragon who already exists in the same time line.
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An amethyst dragon seeks the means to plant special crystals
monastery of githzerai warrior-monks, an adult amethyst dragon sends them aid against a mind flayer colony.
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An apostate community of githyanki follows the tutelage of an adult amethyst dragon
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Adjudicating Areas of Effect Many spells and other game features create areas of effect, such as the cone and the sphere. If you’re not using miniatures or another visual aid, it can sometimes be
Targets Cone Size ÷ 10 (round up) Cube or square Size ÷ 5 (round up) Cylinder Radius ÷ 5 (round up) Line Length ÷ 30 (round up) Sphere or circle Radius ÷ 5 (round up) For example, if a wizard directs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
without a long tail in the way. Strength and Zeal Minotaurs are zealous and love battle. They are found among the Gruul Clans, but the minotaurs of the Ordruun family line, long associated with the
heroes — perhaps they were once thought of as gods — who established the minotaurs’ place in the world. Every minotaur in Ravnica claims descent from one of these heroes. The Ordruun line is the most
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Morte’s Planar Parade
Nonaton Modron When modrons act against the will of Primus, nonatons are charged with bringing those rogue units into line. These inspectors also interrogate captured trespassers of Mechanus
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye
Dead Man’s Message After the characters’ first few days patrolling the city, tragedy strikes. Read or paraphrase the following: An anguished scream erupts from a nearby alley. The sound comes from a
the desiccated eyeball that dropped from Delvin’s hand. Kevori requests the characters’ aid in uncovering who or what killed her brother while she returns to the Hall of Justice to inform Lord
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a7
two characters leaning over the chest so as to be in the line of fire will take 1d4 attacks each if they are exposed to the path of these missiles. The darts have a range of 60 feet, a +11 bonus to hit
, and deal 3 (1d6) damage on a hit. The trap mechanism is under the crystal box and can’t be disabled without first removing the box. Oak. When the lid of the oak chest is opened, an animated giant skeleton (see appendix B) will be instantly teleported into the room, and it strikes with surprise.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
her superiors but making it look like they died in the line of duty. 5 An elf in the lower wards comes to the aid of only those who pay a monthly protection fee. 6 A Blackened Book mage confiscates magic items from others to auction off to criminals.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
spirits enforce an archaic and repressive social order where everyone knows their place, and those who step out of line are punished—sometimes gruesomely. Consider the plots on the Mordent Adventures
party’s aid in preventing their second death.
2 A noble seeks help as an undead ancestor tries to prevent the noble’s marriage to an “unsuitable” partner.
3 The spirits of two lovers whose
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
Way of Mercy Plague doctor—some looks never go out of style.
Tasha
Monks of the Way of Mercy learn to manipulate the life force of others to bring aid to those in need. They are wandering
restore a number of hit points equal to a roll of your Martial Arts die + your Wisdom modifier. When you use your Flurry of Blows, you can replace one of the unarmed strikes with a use of this feature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
minotaur terror closed in on her, Rygyra whispered a prayer to Iroas and braced her flimsy wooden shield, knowing it would offer no defense against the giant’s strikes. Yet, when the blow came, the
to victory is unwavering. Countless petitioners have sought out Kalemne over the years, seeking her aid in righting wrongs or preventing disasters. Though she sympathizes with all who tell her their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
entire temple shudders. The frost giant scowls, dodges the dragon, and strikes the statue once more, this time breaking off a large chunk. This act of desecration causes cracks to form in the ceiling, and
, killing and burying anyone inside the temple. Iymrith escapes the cave-in with the aid of her teleport spell. Harshnag’s fate is uncertain. Either he is killed in the collapse, or he manages to retreat to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
1. Fungal Wilds The myconids cultivate this stretch of wilderness as their first line of defense, creating a living palisade. Fungal creatures and wild Underdark beasts form a rich ecosystem here
their loyalty to Basidia. Loobamub redirects the spore servants and awakened zurkhwoods Phylo creates away from its circle’s territory. Loobamub is happy to enlist the party’s aid in dealing with a few
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
, creating multiversal anomalies. Shemeshka planned to eventually release the modrons to Mechanus, where they would skew the workings of that plane. She would then take advantage of the chaos. R04M wants
’ long-term entrapment. Back to the Outlands Once the characters agree to aid R04M, they’ll need to find a way to reach Gzemnid’s Realm. R04M shares the location of the portal he originally used to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a4
last horizontal impetus, bouncing off the walls (if it strikes them) like a billiard ball, until it slides into a razor-pit. It is impossible for a creature even to stand still on the surface, for the
this room. The line near the west edge of the room is the illusion of a wall—the actual wall is 10 feet farther away. Objects that make contact with the illusory wall will pass through it and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
slots): aid, branding smite, lesser restoration, warding bond, zone of truth
Actions
Multiattack. Donaar makes two attacks with his greatsword or his whip.
Greatsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to
, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d4 + 3) slashing damage.
Acid Vomit. Donaar regurgitates acid in a 30-foot line that is 5 feet wide. Each creature in that line must make a DC 12 Dexterity saving throw, taking 7 (2d6) acid damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
10th Hold the Line 15th Ferocious Charger 18th Vigilant Defender Bonus Proficiency When you choose this archetype at 3rd level, you gain proficiency in one of the following skills of your choice: Animal
modifier (minimum of once), and you regain all expended uses of it when you finish a long rest. Warding Maneuver At 7th level, you learn to fend off strikes directed at you, your mount, or other
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
and form up in a defensive line on the south side of the open pits. Each pit is 5 feet across, 10 feet deep, and filled with a swarm of poisonous snakes. The walls of each pit are too smooth to climb
without the aid of gear or magic. A creature can skirt around the edge of a pit with a successful DC 10 Dexterity (Acrobatics) check but falls if the check fails. A creature can also attempt to clear