monsters source with only about from for larger

Green Slime

Equipment

often keep globules of green slime tucked in their cheeks. The substance green slime is cultivated from larger, living omnivorous monsters of the same name.

Thanoi Hunter

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 2: Dragonlance Creatures

together to take down monsters far larger than themselves, including remorhaz;remorhazes and white dragons.Cold

Frost Salamander

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

hunt warm-blooded creatures. They sometimes travel to frigid climes on the Material Plane by wandering through planar gates. Frost salamanders’ aggressive appetite for any heat source leads

as they grind it down. This habit leads them to create extensive networks of ice caves, which become ever larger as they claw fresh chunks of ice from the walls of their lairs. A frost salamander that

Yellow Slime

Equipment

ripe, vinegary stench. Brewers have spent generations learning how to neutralize the unpleasant smell because yellow slime also possesses the ability to metabolize many venoms and poisons. The substance yellow slime is cultivated from larger, living omnivorous monsters of the same name.

Siberys Dragonshard

Equipment

, and this is a potential source of great wealth for explorers. Siberys dragonshards are amber in color, with swirling golding veins gleaming within. Siberys dragonshards have a close affinity to

dragonmarks and are a vital part of any dragonmark focus item. Larger shards may be required for eldritch machines or used in the creation of legendary items or artifacts.

Halfling Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

marauding monsters and clashing armies; a blazing fire and a generous meal; fine drink and fine conversation. Though some halflings live out their days in remote agricultural communities, others form

might be a wagon jostling along a dirt road or a raft floating downriver. Small and Practical The diminutive halflings survive in a world full of larger creatures by avoiding notice or, barring

Inquisitor of the Sword

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

, Ulmed was heartbroken at his friend’s transformation and changed the inquisition’s mission. Instead of focusing on hunting monsters, it would also hunt the seeds of evil that can corrupt a

to thwart the work of malevolent cults, otherworldly horrors, and the malice of mortals. The zeal of the inquisitors in this work has caused them to be a source of terror in many communities, where

Inquisitor of the Mind Fire

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

osybus;priests of Osybus. When Strahd fell into darkness, Ulmed was heartbroken at his friend’s transformation and changed the inquisition’s mission. Instead of focusing on hunting monsters

them to be a source of terror in many communities, where folk fear that an overzealous inquisitor might be as great a monster as the fiends the inquisitors originally hunted.

Orange Slime

Equipment

orange slime is discovered, there’s usually a designated mage nearby who can be summoned to contain or dispose of it. The substance orange slime is cultivated from larger, living omnivorous

monsters of the same name. It is exceedingly rare, as orange slime monsters appear only in a handful of caverns near the peak of Mount Arbora.

Adult Brass Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

;s lair. The tracks lead to safe shelters and hidden water sources, while also leading away from areas that the dragon prefers to remain undisturbed. Images of Large or smaller monsters haunt the

Intelligence of 3 or higher comes within 30 feet of a water source within 1 mile of the dragon’s lair, the dragon becomes aware of the creature’s presence and location. If the dragon dies, the

Ancient Brass Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

. Images of Large or smaller monsters haunt the desert sands within 1 mile of the dragon’s lair. These illusions move and appear real, although they can do no harm. A creature that examines an

through it. Whenever a creature with an Intelligence of 3 or higher comes within 30 feet of a water source within 1 mile of the dragon’s lair, the dragon becomes aware of the creature’s

Inquisitor of the Tome

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

hunting monsters, it would also hunt the seeds of evil that can corrupt a person. Ulmed and his friends Cosima, Ansel, and Tristian organized the inquisition into three orders, with each one

work has caused them to be a source of terror in many communities, where folk fear that an overzealous inquisitor might be as great a monster as the fiends the inquisitors originally hunted.

Death Tyrant Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

the target is a Huge or larger object or creation of magical force, this ray disintegrates a 10-foot cube of it. Death Ray. The targeted creature must succeed on a DC 17 Dexterity saving throw or

opens in the air at a point within 50 feet of the tyrant. One random eye ray of the tyrant shoots from that eye, which is considered to be an ethereal source, at a target of the tyrant’s choice

Outlander - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

;you’ll leave an outsider, if you leave at all. You grew up in the wilds, far from the comforts of town and technology. You’ve witnessed the migration of herds larger than forests

clockwork, shimmering cloth of gold, a trained speaking bird, or some other small wonder—and told you that it came from Baldur’s Gate. You’ve come to see the source of such wonders

Kalashtar Legacy

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

to determine the nature of your linked spirit. Typically, a kalashtar knows the name and nature of their spirit, but some may know nothing of their spirit or the source of their psychic gifts, such as

kalashtar communities focus on acts of devotion known as the Path of Light. But the dark powers of Dal Quor have their own plans for Eberron. Through the force known as the Dreaming Dark, these monsters

Halaster Blackcloak

Monsters Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

casting elder runes on them. Halaster’s gates connect the different levels of Undermountain, thus enabling him to bring new monsters into the dungeon to replenish those that die or escape. Even as

(losing initiative ties), Halaster takes a lair action to cause one of the following effects: Halaster targets a volume of unoccupied space or solid stone no larger than four 10-foot cubes within 30

Dwarf Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

human standing nearly two feet taller. Their courage and endurance are also easily a match for any of the larger folk. Dwarven skin ranges from deep brown to a paler hue tinged with red, but the most

subraces or one from another source. DUERGAR In cities deep in the Underdark live the duergar, or gray dwarves. These vicious, stealthy slave traders raid the surface world for captives, then sell

Arasta

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

5-foot cube of the web is destroyed if it takes at least 20 fire damage from a spell or other magical source on a single turn.Arasta can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the options below

ground ripples and bursts over the monster, revealing itself as a wave of countless spiders. The tiny arachnids swarm the larger horror, girding it in skittering bodies. Fighting Arasta as a mythic

Ranger Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

trackless forests and across wide and empty plains, rangers keep their unending watch. Deadly Hunters Warriors of the wilderness, rangers specialize in hunting the monsters that threaten the edges of

ranger’s true calling is to defend the outskirts of civilization from the ravages of monsters that press in from the wild. In some places, rangers gather in secretive orders or join forces with

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

strongholds, and then decorated with uniquely orcish accessories. A war wagon is a source of great pride for a war chief, comparable to a human army’s banner or flag. Many are clad in armor and

more than a few hundred members, because a larger group would need a prohibitive amount of resources to remain strong. As a rule, a tribe is violently hostile toward any other tribe it meets, seeing the

Notorious Monsters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Notorious Monsters Every monster tells a story. The more you treat monsters as unique individuals and foreshadow their threat, the larger they’ll loom in characters’ minds. Build dread by giving

monsters reputations that suggests their form, deeds, or peculiarities while letting players’ imaginations embellish details. For example, tales describe a horrifying skeletal figure that corrupts the

Creature Paintings

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

first clue in a larger mystery. This gallery is decorated with seven framed paintings of creatures. A few chairs and benches have been placed in front of the art for viewing. A plaque mounted on one

of the walls bears the following dedication: “In order to gain all knowledge, one must know where to start. Count on your enemies to reveal the source of the secret. This room is dedicated to the

Creatures by Guild

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

from the Monster Manual that could be found among the guild’s members, and it includes a table showing monsters sorted by challenge rating. Most of these monsters are in this source (GGR) or the Monster

Creatures by Guild This section is a list of creatures in this chapter and in the Monster Manual that are associated with each guild. Each guild’s entry includes a brief discussion of the monsters

Horror Monsters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

monsters can be a simple matter, though, and enhances the atmosphere of horror adventures. Six simple techniques can transform a stat block straight out of the Monster Manual (or other source) into a

Horror Monsters For adventurers who regularly face terrifying monsters, it’s easy for familiarity to sap the frightfulness from terrible foes. Restoring mystery and menace to even the most ordinary

Gothic Horror Monsters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Gothic Horror Monsters Creatures imbued with tragedy or abominable origins work well in gothic horror adventures. Often, lower-level monsters embody aspects of a more powerful villain’s evil, powers

, or background. For example, swarms of bats suggest a vampire’s connection to the creatures of the night, while werewolves speak toward a vampire’s bloodthirsty nature. Gothic Horror Monsters

Folk Horror Monsters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

sources of dread. The Folk Horror Monsters table suggests just a few creatures suited to this genre. Folk Horror Monsters Challenge Creature Source 1/2 Myconid adult MM 2 Awakened

Folk Horror Monsters Eerie traditions and unnatural alliances with monsters fill folk horror tales. When something’s been normalized over generations, even the strangest practices and most dangerous

Undead Attack

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath

, and another door bars the way into the common room from there. The larger doors lead into the courtyard, where there are stables and a smithy. Monsters. The attacking creatures are comprised of 1

Triboar Trail and the High Road. Two entrances into the building are apparent: a smaller one at the northern corner, and a larger one, suitable for beasts of burden and wagons, near the first. Right now

Ghost Story Monsters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

creating your own hauntings. The “Haunted Traps” section of chapter 4 also explores options for creating threatening hauntings. Ghost Story Monsters Challenge Creature Source 1/2 Death’s head

Ghost Story Monsters Any creature that embodies or serves as a response to past injustices or tragedies makes a strong addition to a ghost story. Don’t limit yourself to incorporeal undead when

Chapter 10: Spellcasting

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

distinctive ways of learning and preparing their spells, and monsters use spells in unique ways. Regardless of its source, a spell follows the rules here.

Wave Echo Cave

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

Wave Echo Cave Once a thriving mine bustling with activity, Wave Echo Cave is now a dangerous place overrun with monsters. Whether the characters follow Gundren’s map or receive directions to Wave

Echo Cave from another source, their initial approach leads them to a narrow tunnel whose entrance is hidden within the Sword Mountain foothills (area W1).

K: Shrine of Evil Chaos

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

K: Shrine of Evil Chaos The Cult of Chaos performs evil rites in this cave, subtly drawing monsters to inhabit the Caves of Chaos and bring strife to the Borderlands. The current cult leader is Ivlis

, the keep’s former priest. Her cruel assistant, Narthus, is always here, and other cultists dwell close by (see cave G). Undead guardians defend the shrine and the Chaos Bell—the source of the cult’s

Cosmic Horror Monsters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

. Cosmic Horror Monsters Challenge Creature Source 1/4 Kuo-toa MM 2 Intellect devourer MM 2 Pentadrone MM 3 Brain in a jar VGR 3 Githyanki warrior MM 3 Grell MM

Cosmic Horror Monsters Monsters that work well in cosmic horror adventures enact change on their unwilling victims. Cosmic horror focuses on unknowable entities and creatures that see into the minds

Dark Fantasy Monsters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

supernatural foes. Chapter 5 details how to make even the most familiar monsters into fear-worthy threats. Dark Fantasy Monsters Challenge Creature Source 1/8 Gremishka VGR 1/4 Goblin MM

Dark Fantasy Monsters Any monster can find a place in a dark fantasy plot. D&D’s most iconic threats—such as dragons and beholders—are well suited to horror-tinged tales, as are any other

Chapter 10: Spellcasting

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

distinctive ways of learning and preparing their spells, and monsters use spells in unique ways. Regardless of its source, a spell follows the rules here.

Body Horror Monsters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

creatures with unusual digestive systems or weird reproductive cycles. Body Horror Monsters Challenge Creature Source 1 Carrionette VGR 2 Gibbering mouther MM 3 Carrion stalker VGR

Body Horror Monsters Any monster might be the focus of body horror plots. Know what your players are anticipating so you can distort those expectations. A poised elf revealed to be a husk puppeted by

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