path alter and his cunning

Transmuter Wizard

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

/day: telekinesisTransmuters are masters at transforming physical forms. They typically view magical transmutation as a path to riches, enlightenment, or apotheosis. Wizards Wizards pursue magical

4–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType":"recharge", "rollAction":"Transmute"}. The transmuter casts alter self or changes the benefit of Transmuter’s Stone if bearing the stone.

Titivilus

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 21): At will: alter self, major image, nondetection, sending, suggestion 3/day each: mislead, modify memory Teleport. Titivilus teleports, along with any

archdevils, he compensates with cunning. A shrewd politician, he has clawed his way up through the ranks to become the second-most powerful devil in Dis, entirely by saying the right thing at the right time

Colossus of Akros

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

fire damage, it takes no damage and instead regains a number of hit points equal to the fire damage dealt. Immutable Form. The colossus is immune to any spell or effect that would alter its form. Magic

the effect ends on a successful one.An enormous golem of bronze and iron overlooks the path leading to the polis of Akros. Though it is rarely called on to defend the polis, the sight of its towering

Trapper

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

digesting it. Only a scattering of bones, metal, treasure, and other indigestible bits is left behind. A trapper’s ability to alter the color and texture of its outer side enables it to blend in with

cunning enough to change its color to match and then conceal itself under a thin layer of vegetation or actual snow. A trapper that lurks on the floor of its hunting grounds can cover any remains there

Baphomet

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Labyrinthine Recall. Baphomet can perfectly recall any path he has traveled, and he is immune to the maze spell. Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If Baphomet fails a saving throw, he can choose to

minotaur with six iron horns. A fiendish light burns in his red eyes. Although he is filled with bestial blood lust, there lies within him a cruel and cunning intellect devoted to subverting all

Shifter Legacy

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

world around them. Do they embrace their primal instincts or the path of civilization? The Beast Within Early in childhood, a shifter forms a bond with a beast within, a totemic force that shapes their

also be a cunning rat who darts through the shadows. Wildhunt shifters are born from any creature that tracks its prey. While the beast within certainly has a physical impact on a shifter, it has a

Hellfire Engine

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Immutable Form. The hellfire engine is immune to any spell or effect that would alter its form. Magic Resistance. The hellfire engine has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical

nearest space out of the hellfire engine’s path. On a failed save, the creature falls prone and takes 28 (8d6);{"diceNotation":"8d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Flesh","rollDamageType

Arcturia

Monsters Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

the following wizard spells prepared: She can cast the alter self spell at will. Cantrips (at will): mage hand, prestidigitation, ray of frost 1st level (4 slots): detect magic, magic missile

and traps. Everything about a lich’s lair reflects its keen mind and wicked cunning, including the magic and mundane traps that secure it. Undead, constructs, and bound demons lurk in shadowy

Genasi Legacy

Species Elemental Evil Player's Companion

a planar convergence. Elemental energy saturates any creatures in the area and might alter their nature enough that their offspring with other mortals are born as genasi. Heirs to Elemental Power

the households of their genie parents. Wild and Confident Genasi rarely lack confidence, seeing themselves as equal to almost any challenge in their path. This certainty might manifest as graceful

Baphomet Legacy

Monsters Out of the Abyss

each: dispel magic, dominate beast, hunter's mark, maze, wall of stone 1/day each: teleport Labyrinthine Recall. Baphomet can perfectly recall any path he has traveled, and he is immune to the maze

. Although filled with bestial bloodlust, there lies within a cruel and cunning intellect devoted to subverting all of civilization. Baphomet wields a great glaive called Heartcleaver. He sometimes

Fraz-Urb'luu

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

’luu casts one of the following spells, requiring no material components and using Charisma as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 23): At will: alter self (can become Medium when changing

trick, every ounce of demonic cunning, to manipulate his enemies—mortal and Fiend alike—to do his will. Fraz-Urb’luu can create dreamlands and mind-bending fantasies able to deceive the

Fraz-Urb'luu Legacy

Monsters Out of the Abyss

will: alter self (can become Medium-sized when changing his appearance), detect magic, dispel magic, phantasmal force 3/day each: confusion, dream, mislead, programmed illusion, seeming 1/day each

Deception and Demon Lord of Illusions. He uses every trick, every ounce of demonic cunning, to manipulate his enemies—mortal and fiend alike—to do his will. Fraz-Urb’luu can create

Claugiyliamatar (possessed)

Monsters Divine Contention

up to half its flying speed.The most cunning and treacherous of true dragons, green dragons use misdirection and trickery to get the upper hand against their enemies. A green dragon is recognized by

plants in this area that are neither magical nor creatures, including the thickets described above. The plants remove themselves from the dragon’s path. Rodents and birds within 1 mile of the

Deck of Many More Things

Magic Items The Book of Many Things

Humanoid 27 Jester* 28 Key* 29 Knight* 30 Lance 31 Mage 32 Map 33 Maze 34 Mine 35 Monstrosity 36 Moon* 37 Ooze 38 Path 39

unoccupied space within 5 feet of your new form. You remain transformed in this way for 2d12 days; nothing can alter your form while you’re under the effects of this card, but the Wish spell can end

Adult Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

":"damage", "rollAction":"Emerald Embers", "rollDamageType":"fire"} fire damage.Emerald dragons are the most curious, cunning, and manipulative of the gem dragons, wielding psionic power to weave illusions to

issues that isn’t directly harmful to the creature. Distort Perceptions. The dragon attempts to alter the perceptions of one creature it can see within its lair. That creature must succeed on a DC

Ancient Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

":"Emerald Embers", "rollDamageType":"fire"} fire damage.Emerald dragons are the most curious, cunning, and manipulative of the gem dragons, wielding psionic power to weave illusions to deceive and

this way obeys to the best of its ability any command the dragon issues that isn’t directly harmful to the creature. Distort Perceptions. The dragon attempts to alter the perceptions of one

Transmuter Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

retreat,* mage armor 2nd level (3 slots): alter self,* hold person, knock* 3rd level (3 slots): blink,* fireball, slow* 4th level (3 slots): polymorph,* stoneskin 5th level (1 slot): telekinesis

embrace change, rail against the status quo, and view magical transmutation as a path to riches, enlightenment, or apotheosis.

Hellfire Engine Legacy

Monsters Mordenkainen’s Tome of Foes

Immutable Form. The hellfire engine is immune to any spell or effect that would alter its form. Magic Resistance. The hellfire engine has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical

engine enters must make a DC 18 Dexterity saving throw. On a successful save, the creature is pushed 5 feet to the nearest space out of the hellfire engine's path. On a failed save, the creature falls

Adult Green Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Wing Attack","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone. The dragon can then fly up to half its flying speed.The most cunning and

above. The plants remove themselves from the dragon’s path. Rodents and birds within 1 mile of the dragon’s lair serve as the dragon’s eyes and ears. Deer and other large game are

Ancient Green Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

":"2d6+8","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Wing Attack","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone. The dragon can then fly up to half its flying speed.The most cunning

described above. The plants remove themselves from the dragon’s path. Rodents and birds within 1 mile of the dragon’s lair serve as the dragon’s eyes and ears. Deer and other large

Forlarren

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

might present itself as a friendly, agreeable guide that helps travelers survive the Nine Hells. Another is a howling beast that attempts to destroy all in its path. One will show mercy and empathy

, chaotic, and temperamental nature they all share. When its diabolical aspect shines through, a forlarren is a cunning, calculating, and brutal enemy. It might use its natural charm to worm its way

Levels 11-16: Masters of the Realm

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

-scenes spells such as word of recall, find the path, contingency, teleport, and true seeing alter the way players approach their adventures. Each spell level after that point introduces new effects with an

characters undertake. Adventurers explore uncharted regions and delve into long-forgotten dungeons, where they confront terrible masterminds of the lower planes, cunning rakshasas and beholders, and

Levels 11-16: Masters of the Realm

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

-scenes spells such as word of recall, find the path, contingency, teleport, and true seeing alter the way players approach their adventures. Each spell level after that point introduces new effects with an

characters undertake. Adventurers explore uncharted regions and delve into long-forgotten dungeons, where they confront terrible masterminds of the lower planes, cunning rakshasas and beholders, and

Other Demons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

Other Demons Demons of sufficient cunning and power can bestow boons, using the boons’ recipients as pawns. A demon can grant a special trait based on its type, as shown below. Balor Fiery Soul. This

can perfectly recall any path it has traveled. Marilith Serpentine Reaction. This creature can take an extra reaction each round, but this reaction can be used only to make an opportunity attack. Nalfeshnee Guarded Mind. This creature is immune to the frightened condition.

Other Demons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

Other Demons Demons of sufficient cunning and power can bestow boons, using the boons’ recipients as pawns. A demon can grant a special trait based on its type, as shown below. Balor Fiery Soul. This

can perfectly recall any path it has traveled. Marilith Serpentine Reaction. This creature can take an extra reaction each round, but this reaction can be used only to make an opportunity attack. Nalfeshnee Guarded Mind. This creature is immune to the frightened condition.

Mimic

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

Mimic Mimics are shapeshifting predators able to take on the form of inanimate objects to lure creatures to their doom. In dungeons, these cunning creatures most often take the form of doors and

chests, having learned that such forms attract a steady stream of prey. Imitative Predators. Mimics can alter their outward texture to resemble wood, stone, and other basic materials, and they have

Mimic

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

Mimic Mimics are shapeshifting predators able to take on the form of inanimate objects to lure creatures to their doom. In dungeons, these cunning creatures most often take the form of doors and

chests, having learned that such forms attract a steady stream of prey. Imitative Predators. Mimics can alter their outward texture to resemble wood, stone, and other basic materials, and they have

Cult of Levistus

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

pledge their souls to him a single chance to escape from danger, but some cunning folk strike a deal with Levistus, pledging their souls to him in return for escape at a future date. This boon takes

the form of the Path of Levistus trait. Path of Levistus. This creature magically teleports to a location of Levistus’s choice within 1 mile of its location. Using this ability also restores all of the

Cult of Levistus

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

pledge their souls to him a single chance to escape from danger, but some cunning folk strike a deal with Levistus, pledging their souls to him in return for escape at a future date. This boon takes

the form of the Path of Levistus trait. Path of Levistus. This creature magically teleports to a location of Levistus’s choice within 1 mile of its location. Using this ability also restores all of the

Ability Score Increases

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

reinforcement is appropriate if you want to lean into the archetype, but it’s unhelpful if your character doesn’t conform to the archetype. If you’d like your character to follow their own path, you may

alter your Ability Score Increase trait and assign ability score increases tailored to your character. Here’s how to do it: take any ability score increase you gain in your race or subrace and apply

Ability Score Increases

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

reinforcement is appropriate if you want to lean into the archetype, but it’s unhelpful if your character doesn’t conform to the archetype. If you’d like your character to follow their own path, you may

alter your Ability Score Increase trait and assign ability score increases tailored to your character. Here’s how to do it: take any ability score increase you gain in your race or subrace and apply

Baphomet

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

cunning and physical power. He grants his rank-and-file followers the Unerring Tracker trait, and cult leaders gain the Incite the Hunters trait. All of his devotees also gain the Labyrinthine Recall

a Short or Long Rest). As an action, this creature allows each ally within 30 feet of it that has the Unerring Tracker trait to make one weapon attack as a reaction against the target of that ally’s Unerring Tracker. Labyrinthine Recall. This creature can perfectly recall any path it has traveled.

Baphomet

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

cunning and physical power. He grants his rank-and-file followers the Unerring Tracker trait, and cult leaders gain the Incite the Hunters trait. All of his devotees also gain the Labyrinthine Recall

a Short or Long Rest). As an action, this creature allows each ally within 30 feet of it that has the Unerring Tracker trait to make one weapon attack as a reaction against the target of that ally’s Unerring Tracker. Labyrinthine Recall. This creature can perfectly recall any path it has traveled.

Dracolich

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

ancient rituals into powerful undead dracoliches. Only the most narcissistic dragons choose this path, knowing that by doing so, they sever all ties to their kin and the dragon gods. Beyond Death. A

and actively plotting to keep its existence a secret, a dracolich is a cunning and challenging foe. Dracolich Phylacteries. Creating a dracolich requires the cooperation of the dragon and a group of

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

created the orcs and continues to direct their destiny. He is aided and abetted by the other warrior deities, Bahgtru and Ilneval, who bring strength and cunning to the battlefield. The followers of all

dirges during combat. Orc Ideals d6 Ideal 1 Strength. Showing superior strength brings honor to Gruumsh. (Any) 2 Prowess. Killing all your enemies is the path to

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