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Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
action and move away from Titivilus by the safest available route on each of its turns, unless there is nowhere to move, in which case it needn’t take the Dash action. The target can repeat the
to get what he wanted. Charming and pleasant, he is a master at negotiation, able to twist words so as to leave his victims confused and believing he’s on their side. Through these skills
Guild Artisan / Guild Merchant
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Backgrounds
Player’s Handbook (2014)
wealth from the constraints of a feudal social order. You learned your skills as an apprentice to a master artisan, under the sponsorship of your guild, until you became a master in your own right
wheelwrights
19
Weavers and dyers
20
Woodcarvers, coopers, and bowyers
As a member of your guild, you know the skills needed to create finished items from raw materials (reflected
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
social order. You learned your skills as an apprentice to a master artisan, under the sponsorship of your guild, until you became a master in your own right.
Skill Proficiencies: Insight, Persuasion
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Woodcarvers, coopers, and bowyers
As a member of your guild, you know the skills needed to create finished items from raw materials (reflected in your proficiency with a certain kind of
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
’ve learned that most of the real business of entertainment (or any other venture) happens behind the scenes. It’s easy for you to case what sorts of audiences attend what venue — like
skills as a tumbler or actor. Using your By Popular Demand feature, you can find a place to perform in any place that features combat for entertainment — perhaps a gladiatorial arena or secret
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Skills Each ability covers a broad range of capabilities, including skills that a character or a monster can be proficient in. A skill represents a specific aspect of an ability score, and an
hiding. The skills related to each ability score are shown in the following list. (No skills are related to Constitution.) See an ability’s description in the later sections of this chapter for examples of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Skills Each ability covers a broad range of capabilities, including skills that a character or a monster can be proficient in. A skill represents a specific aspect of an ability score, and an
hiding. The skills related to each ability score are shown in the following list. (No skills are related to Constitution.) See an ability's description in the later sections of this section for examples of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
)
WIS
19(+4)
CHA
16(+3)
Saving Throws Wis +8
Skills Perception +8
Damage Resistances acid, fire, lightning, thunder; bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing from nonmagical attacks
nowhere for it to move, in which case the creature also becomes stunned until it can move again. A frightened target can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
as part of some terrible bargain. In each case, these vampire servants show signs of their vampiric corruption, such as corpse-like complexions, uncanny reflexes, and evidence of their masters
Int 10 +0 +0
Wis 10 +0 +2
Cha 14 +2 +2
Skills Perception +4, Persuasion +4, Stealth +7
Resistances Necrotic
Immunities Charmed (except from its vampire master)
Gear
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Build Your Group A group sponsored by a university might look very much like any other adventuring party, with a range of diverse skills and capabilities. The only significant distinction lies
skills. Bards and rogues make natural academic Financiers, as do those with the charlatan and noble backgrounds. Research Assistant. Whether their seeking to graduate, get published, or make their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
corporate shortcuts central to fulfilling one’s role within a franchise. When a character takes a specific company position, they gain proficiency in the tools and skills associated with that position
cartographers in the world have proficiency with cartographer’s tools. But only an Acquisitions Incorporated cartographer has access to a cartographer’s map case and the ability to use it.
Magic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
ignores every other threat to attack its target, unless other creatures prevent it from reaching the target. In that case, it does what it must to fulfill its mission. If all goes according to plan, a
, in which case the steel predator lingers in the area, hunting and killing other creatures that resemble its target or that simply live nearby. Such rogue predators are dangerous to anyone in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
adventure in the form of ability scores and skills, class features, racial traits, equipment, and magic items. Every character is different, with various strengths and weaknesses, so the best party of
desires. In either case, an adventure features a fantastic setting, whether it’s an underground dungeon, a crumbling castle, a stretch of wilderness, or a bustling city. It features a rich cast of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
lives and place among the clouds grant them unique perspectives, so they chronicle what they witness in the world below without interfering. In either case, cloud giants often possess fabulous magical
+3
Skills Insight +7, Perception +11
Senses Passive Perception 21
Languages Common, Giant
CR 9 (XP 5,000; PB +4)
Actions
Multiattack. The giant makes two attacks, using Thunderous
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
a bit of magic for itself in case it needs to flee or take advantage of a captor. Kobold Scale Sorcerer
Small humanoid (kobold), lawful evil
Armor Class 15 (natural armor)
Hit Points 27 (5d6
+ 10)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
7 (–2)
DEX
15 (+2)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
9 (–1)
CHA
14 (+2)
Skills Arcana +2, Medicine +1
Senses darkvision 60 ft
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
)
STR
7(−2)
DEX
8(−1)
CON
9(−1)
INT
14(+2)
WIS
19(+4)
CHA
16(+3)
Saving Throws Wis +8
Skills Perception +8
Damage Resistances acid, fire, lightning
safest available route at the start of each of its turns, unless there is nowhere for it to move, in which case the creature also becomes stunned until it can move again. A frightened target can repeat
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
inside. In this case, Vatri is Hostile toward the characters and has nothing to say to them. Brezo Brezo was playing his bagpipes to the morning crowd outside the tavern when the Corsairs descended
grandson Pierre Kalison joined the Cobblehook Corsairs a few months ago in pursuit of excitement and adventure. Vatri is convinced that Pierre, a young man with few skills other than cooking, had
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
—though it can be, especially in the case of the Church of the Silver Flame—but rather the task of encouraging people to live according to the highest ideals of faith. Proficiency in skills such as
this kind of work. Characters with the criminal background excel at putting their skills and contacts to use on the church’s behalf. Prophet. The Prophet is a visionary with a more-or-less direct
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
this case, you can explain the ally’s capabilities to the players so that the party can best use the ally. Keep Allies Less Powerful Players can feel undervalued if an ally is outperforming their
powerful monster abilities, skill proficiencies, and spellcasting. Fill the Gaps One way to avoid overshadowing the characters is to create an ally who has skills and abilities that complement the party’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
failure would spell disaster for the whole party, such as if the characters are creeping across a castle courtyard while trying not to alert the guards. In that case, one noisy character will draw the
is sufficient, as is the case when finding a hidden compartment with a Wisdom (Perception) check. Consider using group checks in situations such as the following: Research Tasks. The characters are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
and smell. Once battle is joined, the predator ignores every other threat to attack its target, unless other creatures prevent it from reaching the target. In that case, it does what it must to fulfill
)
CHA
6(−2)
Skills Perception +7, Stealth +8, Survival +7
Damage Resistances cold, lightning, necrotic, thunder
Damage Immunities poison, psychic; bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
likewise put teams of them to work as grisly servants. In any case, if a redcap works with another being, the redcap demands to be paid in victims. A patron who tries to stifle a redcap’s natural and
(+4)
DEX
13 (+1)
CON
18 (+4)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
9 (−1)
Skills Athletics +6, Perception +3
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 13
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
, in the case of plant creatures and elementals. A great many members grow up in the guild from childhood and learn their martial skills at the guild’s training grounds. And still more join the guild
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
treats other people as he would like to be treated — fairly and with patience. Falcon’s real name is Gustaf Stellern, but he has long since abandoned it. His hunting skills have earned him the name he
a quest, stating that he must remain at the lodge in case nobles from Neverwinter come looking for his services. LODGE FEATURES
The map of Falcon’s Hunting Lodge shows the upper levels and main
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
a kindred spirit. An individual responsible for the creation of several redcaps at the same site could attract an entire group to serve as cohorts. In any case, if a redcap works with another being
)
Skills Athletics +6, Perception +3
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 13
Languages Common, Sylvan
Challenge 3 (700 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2
Iron Boots. The redcap has disadvantage
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal
)
DEX
14 (+2)
CON
16 (+3)
INT
7 (–2)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
10 (+0)
Skills Perception +3, Stealth +4
Damage Resistances bludgeoning, fire, piercing
Condition Immunities blinded
in bright light or the viewer is within 30 feet of it, in which case the seams between the seaweed strands are visible. The kelpie returns to its true form if takes a bonus action to do so or if it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
rely on friends for the development of their social skills. In exceedingly rare cases, a birth might produce twins or — scarcer yet — triplets. These offspring, which the elves refer to as soul siblings
are separated and kept too long apart. One might be compelled to reunite with the other, at risk of life and limb; identical twins could become entangled in a case of mistaken identity; or the siblings
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
communicate with the lizardfolk, even during battle, consider halting the combat and allowing the characters to exercise their social skills. The queen needs allies in the coming war and prefers to avoid
gesture of submission. In that case, the characters are bound and taken as prisoners, to await an audience with the queen.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
promises of power in the dreams of a giant whose hunger surpasses other giants’. In any case, the result is a ravenous monster called a maw of Yeenoghu, which is wholly devoted to the demon lord. A maw of
Throws Con +9, Cha +4
Skills Perception +6
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 16
Languages Abyssal, Giant
Challenge 10 (5,900 XP) Proficiency Bonus +4
Magic Resistance. The maw has
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
with this weapon, the wielder can forgo dealing damage and attempt to trip the target, in which case the target must succeed on a Strength saving throw or fall prone. The DC is 8 + the wielder’s
)
WIS
5(−3)
CHA
9(−1)
Skills Stealth +4
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 7
Languages Dwarvish, Undercommon
Challenge 1/4 (50 XP)
Insanity. The derro has advantage on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
creation of multiple redcaps at the same site could attract the entire group to serve as cohorts, emulating that creature’s murderous handiwork. In any case, if a redcap works with another being, the
13 (natural armor)
Hit Points 45 (6d6 + 24)
Speed 25 ft.
STR
18 (+4)
DEX
13 (+1)
CON
18 (+4)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
9 (−1)
Skills
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
protecting the dragon’s eggs, but once every few years a kobold hatches with an innate version of the dragonshield’s abilities. In either case, a dragonshield is skilled at hand-to-hand combat and
)
DEX
15 (+2)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
8 (−1)
WIS
9 (−1)
CHA
10 (+0)
Skills Perception +1
Damage Resistances see Dragon’s Resistance below
Senses darkvision 60 ft
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
)
Speed 40 ft.
STR
23 (+6)
DEX
14 (+2)
CON
21 (+5)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
8 (−1)
CHA
12 (+1)
Saving Throws Dex +6, Con +9, Wis +3
Skills
effect on a petrified creature adhered to the giant unless the giant is dead, in which case the magic works normally, freeing the petrified creature as well as ending the petrified condition on it.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Four
result of imagination trying to account for a terrifying and unexplained phenomenon. In either case, deathless riders are undeniably real. They are undead knights, once human, who ride undead steeds
6 (−2)
WIS
6 (−2)
CHA
5 (−3)
Saving Throws Str +7, Con +5
Skills Athletics +7, Perception +1
Damage Resistances necrotic
Damage Immunities poison
Condition Immunities exhaustion
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
22 +6 +13
Cha 27 +8 +8
Skills Insight +13, Perception +13
Resistances Bludgeoning, Piercing, Slashing
Immunities Necrotic, Radiant
Senses Truesight 120 ft.; Passive Perception
case it takes an extra 21 Force damage that bypasses Resistance or Immunity.
Divine Ray. Ranged Attack Roll: +15, range 600 ft. Hit: 35 (6d8 + 8) Necrotic or Radiant damage (empyrean’s choice
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
mortal side of the Tartyx River. There they generally ignore—or only modestly menace—the souls of the dead. Such isn’t the case for mortals, though, and they eagerly set upon those who tread too close
)
INT
3 (−4)
WIS
13 (+1)
CHA
6 (−2)
Skills Perception +5, Stealth +4
Damage Immunities fire, necrotic
Condition Immunities blinded, charmed, deafened, exhaustion






