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Player’s Handbook
, and churning seas and to face the monsters that lurk there. Even when they turn their devotion to other gods, orcs retain Gruumsh’s gifts: endurance, determination, and the ability to see in
ancestors’ great travels and travails. Inspired by those tales, many of those orcs wonder when Gruumsh will call on them to match the heroic deeds of old and if they will prove worthy of his favor
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
can innately cast the following spells, requiring no material components:
At will: fire bolt (see “Actions” below)
3/day: burning hands
1/day each: hellish rebuke (see “Reactions” below), scorching
Rebuke (2nd-Level Spell; 1/Day). When the oread is damaged by a creature within 60 feet of the oread that it can see, the creature that damaged the oread must make a DC 14 Dexterity saving throw, taking 16
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
. When a creature marked by the archon’s Radiant Lance ends its turn within 120 feet of the archon, the archon teleports to an unoccupied space it can see within 5 feet of the creature.
Haunting
saving throw or have the blinded condition until the end of the creature’s next turn.
Parry. The archon adds 5 to its AC against one melee attack that would hit it, provided it can see the
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
damage.
Magic Mockery. The faerie hurls magical taunts at one creature it can see within 60 feet of itself. The creature must succeed on a DC 13 Wisdom saving throw or take 3 (1d6);{"diceNotation
a trail of star-crossed love, damaging rumors, and missing heirlooms in their wake.
—Tales of the Fae
Faeries
The faeries of Eldraine are winged, elfin creatures similar to sprites or
Monsters
The Book of Many Things
":"damage", "rollAction":"Radiant Blade", "rollDamageType":"radiant"} radiant damage.
Bursting Benediction. Asteria causes a burst of magical energy to envelop one creature she can see within 60 feet of
a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one. Asteria or another creature that she can see within 60 feet of herself then regains 10 hit points.
Spellcasting. Asteria casts one of the
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
", "rollType":"recharge", "rollAction":"Negotiate Life"}. The high fae enacts a magical bargain, siphoning energy from its opponents to heal its wounds. The high fae targets up to three creatures it can see
, mirror imageFae Counterspell. The high fae interrupts a creature it can see that is casting a spell with verbal, somatic, or material components. The caster takes 10 (3d6);{"diceNotation":"3d6
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
":"Rend", "rollDamageType":"slashing"} slashing damage.
Malevolent Flare. The witchkite spits magical, green-tinged flame at one creature it can see within 60 feet of itself. The target must make a DC 17
Gaze. When a creature the witchkite can see moves within 10 feet of it, the witchkite emits an enchanting gaze at the creature. The creature must succeed on a DC 17 Wisdom saving throw or take 10 (3d6
Monsters
Eberron: Rising from the Last War
it finishes a long rest.Dream Eater. When an unconscious creature the hag can see within 30 feet of her regains consciousness, the hag can force the creature to make a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw
to the amount of damage taken.Dusk hags resemble gnarled crones with shriveled orange skin, tangled gray hair, and eyes that burn like hot coals. They see visions of the future in their dreams, and
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
of their former selves. Coral encrusts them. Barnacles cling to their cold skin. Lungs that once filled with air can now breathe in water as well.
Tales provide myriad reasons for these strange
transformations. Folklore warns against falling in love with a sea elf or merfolk, braving storms in hopes of a bounteous catch, and promising your heart to a sea god. Such cautionary tales disguise the
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
saving throw or be knocked prone.Deflect Attack. The giant adds 5 to its AC against one weapon attack that would hit it. To do so, the giant must see the attacker and be wielding a melee weapon.Extra pairs
beards, frozen skin, hair crackling with lightning, or other primal incarnations.
Beyond these primal giants, though, other giants fill the tales of Theros.
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
":"Death Ray"}. The catoblepas targets one creature it can see within 30 feet of it. The target must make a DC 16 Constitution saving throw, taking 36 (8d8);{"diceNotation":"8d8", "rollType":"damage
. Degenerate creatures are likely to take up residence near a catoblepas’s territory, as are those seeking to avoid notice.
Catoblepases in Folklore
Ordinary folk rarely see a catoblepas, but
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
the living once more, but their second lives are rarely what they expected—not that they remember what it was they expected. As a result of having followed the Path of Phenax (see chapter 4
approximately 100 gp, based on its composition and craftsmanship. However, selling a Returned mask isn’t a simple matter of cashing it in for coin. Most people on Theros know the tales of the
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
second lives are rarely what they expected—not that they remember what it was they expected. As a result of having followed the Path of Phenax (see chapter 4), the Returned lose their identities
composition and craftsmanship. However, selling a Returned mask isn’t a simple matter of cashing it in for coin. Most people on Theros know the tales of the Returned and want nothing to do with
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
lives are rarely what they expected—not that they remember what it was they expected. As a result of having followed the Path of Phenax (see chapter 4), the Returned lose their identities
composition and craftsmanship. However, selling a Returned mask isn’t a simple matter of cashing it in for coin. Most people on Theros know the tales of the Returned and want nothing to do with
Monsters
Acquisitions Incorporated
can't use this trait if she's incapacitated.
Shadow Step. When Rosie is in dim light or darkness, she can use a bonus action to teleport 60 feet to an unoccupied space she can see that is also in dim
folk hear the tales of her prowess, the “C” Team cartographer's fame among her fellow halflings has become nothing short of legendary. Still, this adoration might be augmented by the sheer number of
Monsters
Vecna: Eve of Ruin
.
Rotten Fate. Vecna causes necrotic magic to engulf one creature he can see within 120 feet of himself. The target must make a DC 22 Constitution saving throw, taking 96 (8d8 + 60);{"diceNotation":"8d8
reactions per round but only one per turn.
Dread Counterspell. Vecna utters a dread word to interrupt a creature he can see that is casting a spell. If the spell is 4th level or lower, it fails and
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
, where they serve the vicious will of Tymaret the Murder King (see chapter 3).
Returned have escaped the Underworld and dwell among the living once more, but their second lives are rarely what they
expected—not that they remember what it was they expected. As a result of having followed the Path of Phenax (see chapter 4), the Returned lose their identities, which manifest as separate beings
Monsters
Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
that fills a 30-foot-radius sphere centered on a point the giant can see within 60 feet of itself. The cloud spreads around corners. Each creature in that area must make a DC 20 Constitution saving
half masks that cover their eyes. The masks’ runic magic allows these giants not only to see normally, but also to see through illusions, invisibility, darkness, and other forms of magical
Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
second-hand descriptions of sensations, especially those they’re unlikely to experience in their home environment. A darkweaver’s captive might delay being consumed by sharing tales of its
dim light or darkness, it teleports, along with any equipment it is wearing or carrying, to an unoccupied space it can see within 60 feet of itself that is in dim light or darkness.
Darkweaver Webs
Monsters
Curse of Strahd
that she can see within 30 feet of her. The target must succeed on a DC 14 Wisdom saving throw or be cursed. While cursed, the target has vulnerability to one type of damage of Ezmerelda’s choice
":"Curse","rollDamageType":"psychic"} psychic damage.
Evil Eye (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). Ezmerelda targets one creature that she can see within 10 feet of her and casts one of the
Monsters
Curse of Strahd
in search of new actors, he began regaling locals with tales of distant lands.
Monster Hunter. The half-elf ringmaster is, in fact, a legendary human vampire hunter named Rudolph van Richten. Van
, if he thinks he’s in danger of being unmasked, he retreats to his tower (see chapter 11) or some other quiet corner of Strahd’s domain.
Rictavio’s Traits
Ideal. “Evil
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
(3/Day). If Hythonia fails a saving throw, she can choose to succeed instead.
Petrifying Gaze. When a creature that can see Hythonia’s eyes starts its turn within 30 feet of her, Hythonia can
force it to make a DC 18 Constitution saving throw if she isn’t incapacitated and can see the creature. If the saving throw fails by 5 or more, the creature is instantly petrified. Otherwise, on a
Monsters
Quests from the Infinite Staircase
"} lightning or thunder damage (Nafas’s choice).
Create Vortex. A 10-foot-radius, 60-foot-tall cylinder of swirling cosmic dust forms on a point Nafas can see within 120 feet of him. The vortex
Nafas can see ends its turn, Nafas exhales forceful winds in a 30-foot cone. Large or smaller creatures in that area must succeed on a DC 22 Strength saving throw or be pushed up to 15 feet away from him
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
a large outfit such as the Zhentarim or the soldiers of Mintarn, or a smaller band of sell-swords, maybe even more than one. (See the “Mercenaries of the North” sidebar for a collection of
the language. You can find mercenary work between adventures sufficient to maintain a comfortable lifestyle (see “Practicing a Profession” under “Downtime Activities” in
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
attack with her claws.
Swarm (Costs 2 Actions). Arasta causes two Swarm of Insects (Spiders) ;swarms of spiders (see the Monster Manual) to appear in unoccupied spaces within 5 feet of her.
Toxic Web
within her hair, and sacrificing themselves in her defense if they must.
See “Myths of Nylea” in chapter 2 for more details on the tragedy of Arasta.
Arasta as a Mythic Encounter
Arasta
Monsters
Eberron: Rising from the Last War
). Illmarrow has the following wizard spells prepared:
Cantrips (at will): chill touch (see “Actions” below), fire bolt, mage hand, prestidigitation, ray of frost
1st level (4 slots): magic
.
Frightening Presence (Costs 2 Actions). Illmarrow targets up to three creatures she can see within 30 feet of her. Each target must succeed on a DC 20 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened for 1
Magic Items
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
crew compartment within, from which up to two Medium creatures can control it—and potentially execute a spree of unstoppable destruction.
Tales of the servant’s origins involve more
effects originating outside it. The controls within it allow creatures to see outside without obstruction.
While you are inside the servant, you can command it by using the controls. During your turn
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
have heard of the strange skyships the Halruaans sail, and a few know of the tales that even the least of their people can work magic.
Halruaans usually make their journeys into Faerûn for
Mulhorand’s sweltering deserts and ancient pyramids for a glimpse at a different life do so for many reasons. You might be in the North simply to see the strangeness this wet land has to offer, or
Magic Items
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
tooth replaces one of your teeth as if you implanted it (potentially replacing another implanted tooth, see below).
Each tooth can only be used once. Track which teeth have been used. If a tooth’s
, while others act as their tales dictate. In either case, the tooth is gone forever.
Teeth of Dahlver-Nar
1d20
Tale and Tooth
Creatures Summoned
Implanted Effect
1
The Staring
Monsters
Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
turns. All creatures that can see the blindheim have disadvantage on attack rolls while in the area of bright light and within 15 feet of the blindheim. Creatures with the Sunlight Sensitivity trait that
can see the blindheim have disadvantage on attack rolls anywhere in the area of bright light.Bite. Melee weapon attack: +4;{"diceNotation":"1d20+4","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Bite"} to hit
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Mimicry (Only if the Swarm Can Speak). The swarm can speak in the voice of a creature whose tooth it has implanted (see the Bite action). Listeners must succeed on a DC 13 Wisdom (Insight) check to
Hit Points or gain Temporary Hit Points.
Sweet Tooth. If the swarm can see or smell sugar at the start of its turn, it must use all its movement to move closer to the sugar. If it reaches the sugar
Monsters
Infernal Machine Rebuild
target it can see within 90 feet of it.
Eye of Fear. The target and up to four other creatures of the eye of fear and flame's choice within 10 feet of the target must each succeed on a DC 16 Wisdom saving
opaque black void. Ominous tales speak of these creatures prowling city streets in the darkest nights and during times of unease and unrest It is said that eyes of fear and flame were created by chaotic
monsters
uses at the start of each of his turns.
Death Grasp. Strength Saving Throw: DC 22, one creature the king can see within 100 feet. Failure: A ghostly, skeletal arm pulls the target up to 40 feet
Blade attack.
Lord’s Call. The king magically summons two Wight;Wights into unoccupied spaces he can see within 30 feet of himself. The wights obey the king and take their turn immediately after
Monsters
Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
with fear and shame, the forlarren's diabolical nature fades and its fey aspect emerges once again. Several ballads of the Feywild recount the dramatic fall of valiant forlarren. In all these tales, the
hero achieves some great deed only to see their sinister, diabolical side surface. Deceiving their companions during their most daunting trials, the forlarren then betrays those companions at the worst moment possible.
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
drugs and spell scrolls, blackmail merchants, and influence kings. But lacking any proof, I can’t believe such tales.
— Volo
Ye should.
— Elminster
Roleplaying a Yuan-ti
When
Trait
1
I see omens in every event and action. The serpent gods continue to advise us.
2
I have very high standards for food, drink, and physical pleasures.
3
I prefer to be alone