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Returning 35 results for 'melee some with only allies from for lair'.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
by servitors, allies, magic, traps, or some combination of these protections. Deep Dragon Lair Features A deep dragon lair might share the same basic structure as the sapphire dragon lair shown on
. Reception Hall. The dragon uses one of the large chambers in the lair as a reception hall for allies and servitors. Like the rest of the lair, this chamber is lit by phosphorescent fungal blooms that give
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
ancient blue dragon’s lair is changed by its presence, creating the following effects: Sinkholes. Sinkholes form more frequently in the area within 1 mile of the lair. Whenever a creature in that area
other than the dragon and its allies finishes a Long Rest, roll 1d20. On a 1, a sinkhole opens beneath the creature, and the creature must succeed on a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw or fall 2d4 × 10
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
its allies is within 1 mile of the lair and rolls a 1 on a D20 Test, it must succeed on a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or have the Incapacitated condition until the end of its next turn, as it is wracked with laughter. If the dragon dies or moves its lair elsewhere, these effects end immediately.
Copper Dragon Lairs Copper dragons typically inhabit multichamber caves and renovated ruins. The region containing an adult or ancient copper dragon’s lair is changed by its presence, creating the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
smaller Beasts have the Charmed condition while within 1 mile of the lair. Looming Shadows. Shadows within 1 mile of the lair seem to move as if alive. Any creature (excluding the vampire and its allies
containing a vampire’s lair is warped by its presence, creating the following effects: Children of the Night. The vampire exerts influence over the animals in its domain. From dusk until dawn, Medium or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
(excluding the hag and its allies) within 1 mile of the lair subtract 1d10 from any ability checks they make when they take the Influence action. Meddlesome Magic. Whenever a creature other than the hag or its
allies finishes a Long Rest while within 1 mile of the lair, the next time that creature casts a spell using a spell slot, it also casts Confusion centered on itself. The spell uses the creature’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Young Brass Dragon Young brass dragons travel extensively, often spending a few years in a region before circling back to their lair. Some work closely with other metallic dragons, carrying
information between allies. Young Brass Dragon Large Dragon (Metallic), Chaotic Good
AC 17 Initiative +3 (13)
HP 110 (13d10 + 39)
Speed 40 ft., Burrow 20 ft., Fly 80 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Chapter 4: Creating Nonplayer Characters A nonplayer character is any character controlled by the Dungeon Master. NPCs can be enemies or allies, regular folk or named monsters. They include the local
innkeeper, the old wizard who lives in the tower on the outskirts of town, the death knight out to destroy the kingdom, and the dragon counting gold in its cavernous lair. This chapter shows you how
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
column of stone rising from its bottom. To the southeast, 25 feet below the surface of the lake, a 20-foot-wide underwater passageway leads to Chuth’s lair in area 10. If the characters did not alert
to arrive at the lair, and savvy characters might be able to bluff or roleplay past them. The elves demand the characters’ names and ask questions they believe only true cultists would know the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
its bottom. To the southeast, 25 feet below the surface of the lake, a 20-foot-wide underwater passageway leads to Chuth’s lair in area 10. If the characters did not alert Chuth to their approach, a
group of elf guards (3 commoners and 1 noble) stand at the northwest entrance to this area, driven by fear into serving the dragon. They are expecting more cultists to arrive at the lair, and savvy
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
hit, it can make one melee weapon attack as a reaction.
Master of Pleasures. As a reaction when this creature takes damage, it can magically grant 5 temporary hit points to itself and up to three allies within 30 feet of it.
of servants, and he adorns himself in silks and leathers both striking and disturbing in their workmanship. His lair and those of his cultists are pleasure palaces where nothing is forbidden save
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
containing a demilich’s lair is twisted by its presence, creating the following effects:
Enervating Domain. Whenever a creature other than the demilich or one of its allies finishes a Long Rest within 1
Demilich Lairs Fury Galluzzi
Demiliches jealously guard their deathtrap-laden sanctums. The most notorious of these is the Tomb of Horrors, lair of the infamous Acererak.
The region
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
adventurers arrive at its lair with summoned angel allies or enslaved demons, by breaking through the floor, by teleporting or riding dinosaurs, or girded with layers of magical defenses and armed with
Inhuman Intellect A beholder sees in all directions. It is always looking for concealed attackers. Even when it sleeps, its smaller eyes remain open, scanning its lair for threats. If a human acted
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
later, after the saplings grew tall and mighty, an ancient green dragon dug a lair in the redwoods’ roots, poisoning the grove and surrounding forest. The elves called the dragon Death-at-Sunset, for
named Ethvarn and her allies slew Death-at-Sunset. Ethvarn died in the assault. The surviving elves pulled back from Redwood Grove, leaving only a few wardens in an outpost called Redwood Watch. Over
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
Wisdom saving throw or become restrained for 1 minute. The target can end the effect on itself if it deals any damage to one or more of its allies. Regional Effects The region containing Geryon’s lair
start of his next turn. Geryon dies only if he starts his turn with 0 hit points and doesn’t regenerate.
Actions
Multiattack. Geryon makes one Claw attack and one Stinger attack.
Claw. Melee
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
, or detected by abilities that sense demons or Fiends.
Actions
Multiattack. Fraz-Urb’luu makes one Bite attack and two Fist attacks, and he uses Phantasmal Terror.
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +16
to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 19 (3d6 + 9) force damage.
Fist. Melee Weapon Attack: +16 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 22 (3d8 + 9) force damage.
Phantasmal Terror. Fraz-Urb’luu
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Ancient Silver Dragon Ancient silver dragons pursue world-wide change. They defend their communities and allies, encouraging them to perform deeds worthy of legend. Some set their sights on other
, Draconic
CR 23 (XP 50,000, or 62,000 in lair; PB +7)
Traits
Legendary Resistance (4/Day, or 5/Day in Lair). If the dragon fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead.
Actions
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
can replace one attack with a use of Horrid Touch, if available.
Flail. Melee Weapon Attack: +16 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 17 (2d8 + 8) force damage plus 36 (8d8) fire damage
.
Longsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +16 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 17 (2d8 + 8) radiant damage, or 19 (2d10 + 8) radiant damage when used with two hands, plus 36 (8d8) fire damage.
Horrid Touch
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
hobgoblin’s allies is within 5 feet of the creature and the ally doesn’t have the Incapacitated condition.
Actions
Longsword. Melee Attack Roll: +3, reach 5 ft. Hit: 12 (2d10 + 1) Slashing damage
Hobgoblin Warrior Conqueror of Every Horizon Hobgoblin warriors might hunt and raid alone or with trained pets, goblin gangs, or other allies. They employ simple tactics and exploit every advantage
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
region containing a lich’s lair is warped by its presence, creating the following effects: All-Seeing. While in its lair, the lich can cast Clairvoyance, requiring no spell components and using the same
spellcasting ability as its Spellcasting action. Inevitable Siphon. Whenever a Humanoid dies within 1 mile of the lair, its soul is immediately consumed by the lich. A Humanoid whose soul is consumed in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
have advantage on melee weapon attack rolls and causing attack rolls to have advantage against them. Regional Effects The region containing Yeenoghu’s lair is warped by his magic, creating one or more
Yeenoghu’s Lair Yeenoghu’s lair in the Abyss is called the Death Dells, its barren hills and ravines serving as one great hunting ground, where he pursues captured mortals in a cruel game. Yeenoghu’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
have advantage on melee weapon attack rolls and causing attack rolls to have advantage against them. Regional Effects The region containing Yeenoghu’s lair is warped by his magic, creating one or more
Yeenoghu’s Lair Yeenoghu’s lair in the Abyss is called the Death Dells, its barren hills and ravines serving as one great hunting ground, where he pursues captured mortals in a cruel game. Yeenoghu’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
slaughter foes with its breath weapon. Only in its lair will a dragon typically engage in melee, and then only if its hoard is threatened. Characters who can tackle the challenges of this adventure are
high enough level to have allies raised from the dead when those allies fall to a draconic foe. If the characters can’t do so themselves, their allies in the Order of the Gauntlet or the Harpers should
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
slaughter foes with its breath weapon. Only in its lair will a dragon typically engage in melee, and then only if its hoard is threatened. Characters who can tackle the challenges of this adventure are
high enough level to have allies raised from the dead when those allies fall to a draconic foe. If the characters can’t do so themselves, their allies in the Order of the Gauntlet or the Harpers should
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
those in need. These dragons watch for and oppose future threats while fostering sanctuaries of simple goodness. Svetlin Velinov An ancient copper dragon watches over its allies’ boisterous young
Immunities Acid
Senses Blindsight 60 ft., Darkvision 120 ft.; Passive Perception 27
Languages Common, Draconic
CR 21 (XP 33,000, or 41,000 in lair; PB +7)
Traits
Legendary Resistance (4/Day, or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Regional Effects The region containing an adult lunar dragon’s lair is warped by the dragon’s magic, which produces one or more of the following effects: Black Frost. A thin layer of black frost
covers the ground, which kills all ordinary plants growing within 3 miles of the lair. Haunting Moan. A haunting sound gets louder or fainter (dragon’s choice) the closer one gets to the lair. The moan is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
, legendary actions, and lair actions indiscriminately. He tries to push powerful melee combatants back to the walls, then creates a wall of thorns to fence them in. Because this is only a small portion
10. Chuth’s Lair No one but the dragon and Neronvain are allowed in this area. Along the east wall is Chuth’s portion of the hoard collected from the elves of the Misty Forest, though this pales in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
. Melee Attack Roll: +5, reach 5 ft. Hit: 10 (2d6 + 3) Slashing damage plus 4 (1d8) Radiant damage.
Heavy Crossbow. Ranged Attack Roll: +2, range 100/400 ft. Hit: 11 (2d10) Piercing damage plus 4 (1d8
) Radiant damage.
Reactions
Parry. Trigger: The knight is hit by a melee attack roll while holding a weapon. Response: The knight adds 2 to its AC against that attack, possibly causing it to miss
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
thug’s allies is within 5 feet of the creature and the ally isn’t incapacitated.
Actions
Multiattack. The thug makes two melee attacks.
Mace. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
a threat to their allies off the battlefield. When not in combat, a tanarukk is destructive and volatile and is usually kept imprisoned by its allies. If unrestrained, a free tanarukk embarks on a
Greatsword attack.
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 8 (1d8 + 4) piercing damage.
Greatsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Hobgoblin Captain Hobgoblin captains are battlefield tacticians. They lead their allies to victory by employing martial skill and rallying others with orders and threats. Hobgoblin captains usually
, the hobgoblin and its allies have Advantage on attack rolls and saving throws, provided the hobgoblin doesn’t have the Incapacitated condition.
Actions
Multiattack. The hobgoblin makes two
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Nafas’s Lair Nafas lairs in the Censer of Dreams, an aeolian palace within the Infinite Staircase where winds and wishes converge. Windcatchers rise above its spacious chambers and softly glowing
haven for friendly creatures. Lair Actions On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties), Nafas can take one of the following lair actions; he can’t take the same lair action two rounds in a row
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
when threatened, a scale sorcerer lashes out with colorful magic. A scale sorcerer who resides in or near a dragon’s lair may serve as that dragon’s diplomat and mouthpiece—anticipating the dragon’s
Languages Common, Draconic
Challenge 1 (200 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2
Pack Tactics. The kobold has advantage on an attack roll against a creature if at least one of the kobold’s allies is within 5 feet of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Shadow Dragon Lairs Shadow dragons lair in places of darkness and despair, such as accursed ruins, the depths of the Underdark, or the Shadowfell. The region around a shadow dragon’s lair is twisted
by its presence, creating the following effects: Negative Energy Suffusion. Whenever a creature within 1 mile of the lair regains Hit Points from a spell, it subtracts 1d10 from the number of Hit
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
Balhannoth Native to the Shadowfell, the vicious, predatory balhannoth alters reality in its lair to make the place appear inviting to travelers. A limited form of telepathy enables a balhannoth to
Multiattack. The balhannoth makes one Bite attack and two Tentacle attacks.
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 19 (3d10 + 3) piercing damage.
Tentacle. Melee
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
presently a prisoner of the white dragon Arauthator. The characters must make their way to Arauthator’s iceberg lair and convince Maccath to join them. By driving away the dragon and carrying off
valuable dragon lore, they deal a blow to the cult and might gain the Arcane Brotherhood as allies in the process. The Cult Strikes Back (Part 1) The cult’s leaders aren’t oblivious to the damage being