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Player’s Handbook
statistics are replaced by the stat block of the new form, but it retains its Hit Points, Hit Point Dice, alignment, and personality.
The target gains a number of Temporary Hit Points equal to the Hit
kind of creature, as long as the creature’s size is no larger than the object’s size and the creature has a Challenge Rating of 9 or lower. The creature is Friendly to you and your allies
Magic Items
Dungeon Master’s Guide
one of your ability scores by 2. You can’t decrease an ability that has a score of 5 or lower. Alternatively, you can choose not to adjust your ability scores, in which case this card has no
. The DM can use a different stat block to represent the knight, as desired.
Moon. You gain the ability to cast Wish 1d3 times.
Puzzle. Permanently reduce your Intelligence or Wisdom by 1d4 + 1 (to
Monsters
Vecna: Eve of Ruin
, reach 10 ft., one creature casting a spell of 3rd level or lower. Hit: 22 (4d10);{"diceNotation":"4d10", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Antimagic Swipe", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage
;terrifying!”
—Clank, Warforged Merchant from Sharn
On the world of Eberron, many strange, magic-warped monsters have emerged from the depths of the war-wracked Mournland. The blazebear is
Monsters
Spelljammer: Adventures in Space
half as much damage on a successful one. After the ssurran throws a bomb, roll a d6;{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"Poison Bomb"}; on a roll of 4 or lower, the ssurran has no more
. You can use the lizardfolk stat blocks in the Monster Manual to represent them, in addition to the variants described below.
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
sentinel has advantage on saving throws against any spell that targets only the sentinel (not an area). If the sentinel’s saving throw succeeds and the spell is of 4th level or lower, the spell has
creations are now heirlooms of monarchs; others are lost to the sands of time or are guarded by ancient monsters.
Constructed Nature. An anvilwrought doesn’t require air, food, drink, or sleep.Fire, Poison
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
level or lower, the spell has no effect on the chimera and instead targets the caster.Multiattack. The chimera makes three attacks: one with its claws, one with its head, and one with its tail. When its
"} fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.The term chimera applies to a wide variety of disparate monsters that combine the features of multiple beasts. While many
Monsters
The Book of Many Things
headquarters.
The Solar Bastion knight presented here is an example member of the organization.
Customize this stat block to suit individual knights and differentiate them from each other. For example
, knights who track the Grim Harrow through the multiverse might resemble rangers instead of paladins.
In addition, Sir Jared, detailed at the end of chapter 10, can serve as a model for knights with a lower challenge rating.
Monsters
Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
necromancy or enchantment school that is 8th level or lower. The bound creature can cast that spell using this pact, requiring no material components and using Intelligence as the spellcasting ability. When it
the titan doesn’t heal.Daemogoth titans are towering monsters that blight the land around them. A daemogoth grows in power over the course of decades spent feeding on sorrow and draining life from
Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
hits a creature with an Unerring Blade attack during this movement, each spell of 5th level or lower on the creature ends, and the creature has the incapacitated condition until the end of the kolyarut
: Monsters of the Multiverse) and punished in brutally decisive fashion.
In cases where the terms of a contract or a foundational truth of an agreement come into question, the Kolyarut sends a component part
Monsters
Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
restrictions (see “Alterations to Magic”).
Arcane Recovery (1/Day). When he finishes a short rest, Halaster recovers all his spell slots of 5th level and lower.
Legendary Resistance (3
legendary actions at the start of his turn.
Cast Spell. Halaster casts a spell of 3rd level or lower.
Spell Ward (Costs 2 Actions). Halaster expends a spell slot of 4th level or lower and gains 5
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
most mortals. While ouphes are related to Eldraine’s faeries, the faeries treat them like distant (and somewhat embarrassing) cousins. Ouphes can be represented with the stat blocks for Pixie
the start of its next turn.
The sphere is bright light, sheds dim light for an additional 30 feet, and moves with the faerie. If any of the sphere’s area overlaps with an area of darkness created by a spell of 3rd level or lower, the spell that created the darkness is dispelled.
Monsters
The Book of Many Things
Actions). The champion emits a magic wave in a 60-foot cone. Every spell of 5th level or lower ends on creatures and objects of the champion’s choice in that area.Jyn Corvis, a former adventurer
draconic beast with pale, leathery wings and emaciated skin; this mount uses the wyvern stat block, but it is an Undead instead of a Dragon. An eerie, hollow silence heralds the champion’s arrival
Monsters
Eberron: Rising from the Last War
succeed on a DC 26 Wisdom saving throw or expend one of its spell slots of 3rd level or lower and deal 26 (4d12);{"diceNotation":"4d12","rollType":"damage","rollDamageType":"force"} force damage to each
.
Some thirty overlords are bound in Khyber. Two are described here: Rak Tulkhesh and Sul Khatesh, both of whom remain imprisoned and can't take physical form. The stat blocks provided here reflect the
Magic Items
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
action, you can command the servant to take one of the actions in its stat block or some other action.
When a creature provokes an opportunity attack from the servant, you can use your reaction to command
instantly and leave behind no remains.
This does not destroy the servant permanently. Rather, 2d6 days later, its parts—left arm, left leg, right arm, right leg, lower torso, and upper torso&mdash
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
Baldur’s Gate was founded by sailors, and its harbor is still the city’s beating heart. Several patriars are descended from captains of yore, the commerce of the Lower City is built on
, characters with this background are common.
You sailed on a seagoing vessel for years. In that time, you faced down mighty storms, monsters of the deep, and those who wanted to sink your craft to
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
their champion, and your destiny calls you to stand against the tyrants and monsters that threaten the common folk everywhere.
Skill Proficiencies: Animal Handling, Survival
Tool
: SOCIAL VENGEANCE
You’ve lived your entire life in the Lower or Outer City of Baldur’s Gate. You grew up seeing arrogant patriars flaunt their wealth while your hardworking neighbors
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume One: Spelljammer Creatures
favorites from past editions of the game as well as monsters created for the current edition. The creatures in this bestiary are organized alphabetically. If you are unfamiliar with the monster stat
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 1: Spelljammer Creatures This bestiary provides game statistics and lore for ten monsters that are suitable for any Dungeons & Dragons campaign. These monsters include old
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
Appendix B: NPCs and Monsters This section presents new monsters and nonplayer characters introduced in Infernal Machine Rebuild, as well as stat blocks from the Monster Manual, Volo’s Guide to Monsters, Mordenkainen’s Tome of Foes, and other books.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
Appendix C: Monsters This appendix describes creatures that appear in the adventures, presenting them in alphabetical order. The introduction of the Monster Manual explains stat block terminology and gives rules for various monster traits. Monsters are presented here in alphabetical order.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal
circumstance, as described in the text.
The Monster Manual contains stat blocks for most of the monsters and NPCs found in this book. When a monster’s name appears in bold type, that’s a visual cue pointing
you to the creature’s stat block in the Monster Manual. Descriptions and stat blocks for new monsters appear in appendix B. If a stat block is in that appendix, an adventure’s text tells you so. Spells
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
paraphrased for the players when their characters first arrive at a location or under a specific circumstance, as described in the text.
The Monster Manual contains stat blocks for most of the monsters and
monsters appear in appendix C. If a stat block is in appendix C, the adventure’s text tells you so. That appendix also provides new action and trait options for the giants in the Monster Manual — options
Magic Items
Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
defeat the next hostile monster or group of monsters you encounter, you have advantage on ability checks made using one skill of your choice for the duration of the adventure. Otherwise, this card has no
to cast any spell of 5th level or lower, and can use that ability 1d3 times for the duration of the adventure.
Rogue. An NPC of the DM’s choice becomes secretly hostile toward you. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
Appendix B: Monsters This section contains stat blocks and short descriptions for the creatures that appear in Lost Mine of Phandelver.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Two
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 2: Dragonlance Creatures This bestiary provides game statistics and lore for eleven monsters that, while linked to the fantastical and war-gripped Dragonlance setting, are
suitable for any Dungeons & Dragons campaign. The creatures in this bestiary are organized alphabetically. If you are unfamiliar with the monster stat block format, read the introduction of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Chapter 21: Talons This chapter presents monsters inspired by the Deck of Many Things, arranged in alphabetical order. For guidance on how to use a creature’s stat block, consult the introduction of
the Monster Manual. Some creatures have weapons with unusual damage types or spellcasting that functions in an atypical way. Such an exception is a special feature of a stat block and represents how
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Special Lairs Some monsters alter the regions around their lairs. For such a monster, regional effects are detailed in a lair section. The monster’s stat block might also include ways in which the monster is more powerful while in its lair.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Tips Follow these tips to smooth a combat encounter with a large number of monsters: Damage. Use the average damage specified in a monster’s stat block. Hit Points. If a spell or attack reduces a
monster to a handful of Hit Points, assume the monster is killed or otherwise taken out of the fight. Monster Mobs. Divide a large number of identical monsters into smaller mobs and spread their turns
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Grapple Rules for Monsters Many monsters have special attacks that allow them to quickly grapple prey. When a monster hits with such an attack, it doesn't need to make an additional ability check to
Dexterity (Acrobatics) check against the escape DC in the monster's stat block. If no escape DC is given, assume the DC is 10 + the monster's Strength (Athletics) modifier.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
characters and monsters. Monster Wranglers. Whenever the characters enter combat with Hostile monsters, one or two players run these monsters using the stat blocks in the Monster Manual. (Two players can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Gear Monsters have proficiency with their equipment. If a monster has equipment that can be given away or retrieved, the items are listed in the Gear entry. The monster’s stat block might include
special flourishes that happen when the monster uses an item, and the stat block might ignore Player’s Handbook rules for that item. When used by someone else, a retrievable item uses its Player’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal
interpret a stat block. Some of these creatures are available in Volo’s Guide to Monsters but are reproduced here for your convenience. The creatures are presented in alphabetical order.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Monsters (VGtM). When a creature’s name appears in bold type, that’s a visual cue pointing you to the creature’s stat block. If the stat block appears in chapter 6, the text tells you so.
Theros chart their own fates—and so will the player characters in your campaign. What adventures might Heliod’s champions undertake? What villains and monsters are associated with Phenax? How might
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
be a worthy challenge. Keep in mind that monsters with a lower challenge rating can be a threat to higher-level characters when encountered in groups. Monster Statistics by Challenge Rating
Creating Quick Monster Stats If all you need are simple stats for a monster of a particular challenge rating, follow the steps here. If you want to create something more akin to the monster stat
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Equipment A stat block rarely refers to equipment, other than armor or weapons used by a monster. A creature that customarily wears clothes, such as a humanoid, is assumed to be dressed appropriately
. You can equip monsters with additional gear and trinkets however you like, and you decide how much of a monster's equipment is recoverable after the creature is slain and whether any of that