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Dhampir

Species Ravenloft: The Horrors Within

Dhampirs are living people who possess vampiric prowess but are cursed with macabre hunger. Most dhampirs thirst for blood, but some gain sustenance from dreams, life energy, or other vital sources

their vampiric nature in various ways, including increased speed and a life-draining bite. Dhampir Traits Creature Type: HumanoidSize: Medium (about 4–7 feet tall) or Small (about 2–4 feet tall), chosen when you select this speciesSpeed: 35 feet

Jiangshi Legacy

monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

. After regaining hit points from this action, the jiangshi gains the following benefits for 7 days: its walking speed increases to 40 feet, and it gains a flying speed equal to its walking speed and

their descendants and the communities they knew in life, sowing terror and taking retribution for the slights or neglected burial rites that led to their cursed resurrections. Rigor mortis notoriously

Red Slaad Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

at a time. Over three months, the egg moves to the chest cavity, gestates, and forms a slaad tadpole. In the 24-hour period before giving birth, the host starts to feel unwell, its speed is halved

, and it has disadvantage on attack rolls, ability checks, and saving throws. At birth, the tadpole chews its way through vital organs and out of the host’s chest in 1 round, killing the host in the

Dracophage Subject

Monsters Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

slaad tadpole. In the 24-hour period before the tadpole is born, the host feels unwell; its speed is halved; and it has disadvantage on attack rolls, ability checks, and saving throws. At birth, the

tadpole chews its way through vital organs and out of the host’s chest in 1 round, killing the host in the process. If the disease is cured before the tadpole’s emergence, the tadpole

Jiangshi

monsters

. Success: Half damage. Failure or Success: The jiangshi regains Hit Points equal to the Necrotic damage taken, the jiangshi’s Fly Speed increases to 20 feet until the end of its next turn, and it

, creating a jiangshi. These vengeful dead stalk their descendants, sowing terror and taking retribution for the slights or neglected burial rites that led to their cursed resurrections. Rigor mortis

Spawn of Kyuss

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

;4) in every ability score, and a speed of 1 foot. While on the target’s skin, the worm can be killed by normal means or scraped off using an action (the spawn can use Burrowing Worm to launch a

Orcus who plundered corpses from necropolises to create the first spawn of Kyuss. Even centuries after Kyuss’s death, his malign disciples continue performing the horrific rites he perfected

Dhampir Legacy

Species Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

’s deathless prowess in the form of increased speed, darkvision, and a life-draining bite. With unique insights into the nature of the undead, many dhampirs become adventurers and monster hunters

experiment changed your body, making you reliant on others for vital fluids. Dhampirs in the Domains of Dread When creating a dhampir, ask your DM if it makes sense for your character to have ties

Red Slaad (control gem variant) Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

, the host starts to feel unwell, its speed is halved, and it has disadvantage on attack rolls, ability checks, and saving throws. At birth, the tadpole chews its way through vital organs and out of

Elder Brain

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

heart of a mind flayer colony. The brain dwells in a dimly glowing brine pool filled with brackish water infused with its vital fluids and psionic energy. An elder brain’s ambitions are always

Anchor. The elder brain targets one creature it can sense within 120 feet of it and anchors it by sheer force of will. The target must make a DC 18 Charisma saving throw. On a failed save, its speed is

Star Spawn Seer

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

’s goal is to tap into vast energy sources and perform the dire rites that will extend a bridge between the Material Plane and the squirming chaos of an Elder Evil’s realm. An entity that

touches one creature within 5 feet of it. The target must succeed on a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw or be coated in sticky, steaming mud. While it is coated in this way, the target’s speed is

Jiangshi

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

, sowing terror and taking retribution for the slights or neglected burial rites that led to their cursed resurrections. Rigor mortis notoriously afflicts the limbs of jiangshi, causing them to hold

of the living. At night, they emerge to drain life from other creatures, these vital energies sustaining their unnatural existences and granting them greater powers. Humanoids killed by a jiangshi

Ankhtepot

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

, his ka—the vital essence that inspires all living beings. Ankhtepot reawakened, trapped and paralyzed within his corpse as he was mummified along with his treacherous followers. The murderous priest

gods he once served. Immediately he set to wiping out that religion, replacing it with new gods of his own imagining, false divinities for whom he alone spoke. Using blasphemous rites, Ankhtepot

Dragonshards

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

Dragonshards Dragonshards aren’t magic items themselves but are crystals imbued with magical energy. They play a vital role in the creation of magic items and the performance of certain rituals in

dragonshards can also be used for necromantic rites. Siberys dragonshards fall from the Ring of Siberys, the ring of crystals that encircles the world. While rare in Khorvaire, there are significant Siberys

Star Spawn Seer

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

combatant in its own right, it’s also a vital part of a tactic often used by seers. When a seer deals psychic damage to a hulk, the hulk isn’t hurt, while the effect ricochets off the hulk and

expands to assault other creatures. The seer’s goal is to tap the energy sources and master the rites that will enable it to extend a bridge between the vulnerable sanity of the Material Plane and the

Dhampir

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within

, or other vital sources. Dhampirs must choose whether to fight to control their hunger or give in to predatory urges. Some dhampirs are the descendants of a powerful vampire, while others are

(about 2–4 feet tall), chosen when you select this species Speed: 35 feet As a Dhampir, you have these special traits. Darkvision. You have Darkvision with a range of 60 feet. Spider Climb. You have

Karrnathi Undead Soldier

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

Emerald Claw. The Odakyr Rites. The nation of Karrnath has a proud martial heritage, and its soldiers are unmatched in discipline. But in the early years of the Last War, Karrnath was crippled by famine and

as cannon fodder. Over decades, a high priest named Malevanor worked with the necromancers of the Blood of Vol to develop the Odakyr Rites, which grant Karrnathi undead the ability to make tactical

Dhampir

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Astarion's Book of Hungers

Dhampir Dhampirs are living people who possess vampiric prowess but are cursed with macabre hunger. Most dhampirs thirst for blood, but some gain sustenance from dreams, life energy, or other vital

their vampiric nature in various ways, including increased speed and a life-draining bite. Dhampir Traits Creature Type: Humanoid Size: Medium (about 4–7 feet tall) or Small (about 2–4 feet tall

Ephara's Influence

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

, and at work. Her followers generally pray at midday, with the sounds of the city forming an appropriate backdrop to their rites, as industry itself is sacred to Ephara. Many aspects of city life and

thrive. Civic responsibility is essential in Ephara’s eyes, and having an engaged citizenry is important. The pursuit of knowledge is also a vital task, and she encourages advances in philosophy and

Ssurran Defiler

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Boo’s Astral Menagerie

Ssurran Defiler Ssurran defilers can lay waste to the plant life around them and draw vital energy at the same time from other creatures that are caught in the area. Ssurran Defiler Medium

Monstrosity (Lizardfolk), Any Alignment Armor Class 16 (natural armor, Intellect Fortress) Hit Points 52 (7d8 + 21) Speed 30 ft., swim 30 ft. STR 13 (+1) DEX 12 (+1) CON 16 (+3

Priest

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

might work openly under a tyrant, or they might be the leaders of religious sects hidden in the shadows of good society, overseeing depraved rites. A priest typically has one or more acolytes to help

with religious ceremonies and other sacred duties. Priest Medium humanoid (any race), any alignment Armor Class 13 (chain shirt) Hit Points 27 (5d8 + 5) Speed 30 ft. STR 10 (+0) DEX

Red Slaad

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

, its speed is halved, and it has disadvantage on attack rolls, ability checks, and saving throws. At birth, the tadpole chews its way through vital organs and out of the host’s chest in 1 round, killing

) Speed 30 ft. STR 16 (+3) DEX 12 (+1) CON 16 (+3) INT 6 (−2) WIS 6 (−2) CHA 7 (−2) Skills Perception +1 Damage Resistances acid, cold, fire

Nupperibo

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

a vital passage or an entire valley. Clouds of stinging insects, stirges, and other vermin surround them in a terrifying, reeking sheath that torments any non-devil that draws near. Hunger Unending

status. Nupperibo Medium fiend (devil), lawful evil Armor Class 13 (natural armor) Hit Points 11 (2d8 + 2) Speed 20 ft. STR 16(+3) DEX 11(+0) CON 13(+1) INT 3(−4

Half-Dragon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

Half-Dragon Warrior Created by Dragons Habitat: Any; Treasure: Armaments Mathias Kollros Born through magical rites involving the essences of dragons, half-dragons serve their creators and their own

Medium Dragon, Neutral AC 18 Initiative +5 (15) HP 105 (14d8 + 42) Speed 40 ft. Ability Score Mod Save Str 19 +4 +4 Dex 14 +2 +5 Con 16 +3 +3 Ability Score Mod

Kraul Death Priest

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

Kraul Death Priest The death priests occupy the highest roles in kraul society. They lead the buzzing chants of the kraul rites. Their inscrutable clicks and buzzing can summon crippling necromantic

of the kraul is a death priest named Mazirek. Kraul Death Priest Medium humanoid (kraul), neutral evil Armor Class 18 (natural armor) Hit Points 65 (10d8 + 20) Speed 30 ft., climb 30 ft., fly

Yuan-ti Abomination

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

intended it. They mastermind elaborate schemes and perform dark rites in the hope of one day ruling the world. Yuan-ti Abomination Large monstrosity (shapechanger, yuan-ti), neutral evil Armor Class 15

(natural armor) Hit Points 127 (15d10 + 45) Speed 40 ft. STR 19 (+4) DEX 16 (+3) CON 17 (+3) INT 17 (+3) WIS 15 (+2) CHA 18 (+4) Skills

Manifest Zone

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

magical rites for the next 7 days. At the end of that period, you gain a special Charm (see “Supernatural Gifts” in the Dungeon Master’s Guide) called a Manifest Charm, which lasts until you use it

. You don’t need to be in the Bastion while the rites are performed to gain their benefit. The effects of the Charm depend on the facility’s linked plane: Daanvi, the Perfect Order. You can expend the

Swarm of Rot Grubs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

that disturbs them. After burrowing into a creature, rot grubs instinctively chew their way toward vital parts. Rot grubs recoil from flames, and fire is the main weapon against rot grubs once they’re

inside a body. Magic that neutralizes poison can also stop them before they kill their host. Swarm of Rot Grubs Medium Swarm of Tiny Beasts, Unaligned Armor Class 8 Hit Points 22 (5d8) Speed 5

Vampiric Mist

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal

vampiric mist doesn’t require air or sleep. Vampiric Mist Medium undead, chaotic evil Armor Class 13 Hit Points 45 (6d8 + 18) Speed 0 ft., fly 30 ft. (hover) STR 6 (–2) DEX 16 (+3

— Challenge 3 (700 XP) Blood Sense. The vampiric mist can sense living creatures that have blood or similar vital fluids in a radius of 60 feet. Forbiddance. The vampiric mist can’t enter a

Mummy

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

Mummy Common mummies are the remains of priests, nobles, or champions of faith that underwent magical burial rites. Some are preserved through processes using linen wrappings or clay, but others are

anyone who sets eyes on it. Brian Valeza Mummy Medium or Small Undead, Lawful Evil AC 11 Initiative −1 (9) HP 58 (9d8 + 18) Speed 20 ft. Ability Score Mod Save Str 16 +3

Lizardfolk Shaman

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild

Lizardfolk Shaman Lizardfolk shamans lead their tribes, overseeing rites and ceremonies performed to honor Semuanya, the lizardfolk god. Lizardfolk Shaman Medium humanoid (lizardfolk), neutral

Armor Class 13 (natural armor) Hit Points 27 (5d8 + 5) Speed 30 ft., swim 30 ft. STR 15(+2) DEX 10(+0) CON 13(+1) INT 10(+0) WIS 15(+2) CHA 8(−1

Lizardfolk Shaman

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

Lizardfolk Shaman Lizardfolk Leaders. Lizardfolk respect and fear magic with a religious awe. Lizardfolk shamans lead their tribes, overseeing rites and ceremonies performed to honor Semuanya. From

Medium humanoid (lizardfolk), neutral Armor Class 13 (natural armor) Hit Points 27 (5d8 + 5) Speed 30 ft., swim 30 ft. STR 15 (+2) DEX 10 (+0) CON 13 (+1) INT

Shadow Mastiffs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

devoted to deities of gloom and night, such as that of Shar in the Forgotten Realms, perform unholy rites to summon shadow mastiffs to work as temple sentinels and bodyguards. Shadow Mastiff Medium

Monstrosity, Typically Neutral Evil Armor Class 12 Hit Points 33 (6d8 + 6) Speed 40 ft. STR 16 (+3) DEX 14 (+2) CON 13 (+1) INT 5 (−3) WIS 12 (+1

Spawn of Kyuss

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

disciples continue performing the horrific rites he perfected. From a distance or in poor light, a spawn of Kyuss looks like an ordinary zombie. As it comes into clearer view, however, the scores of little

. Whether spawn are dispersed or clustered, they reproduce exponentially if nothing stops them. Spawn of Kyuss Medium Undead, Typically Chaotic Evil Armor Class 10 Hit Points 76 (9d8 + 36) Speed 30 ft

Jiangshi

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within

dead stalk their descendants, sowing terror and taking retribution for the slights or neglected burial rites that led to their cursed resurrections. Rigor mortis notoriously afflicts the limbs of

chance to slake its thirst, might also turn into jiangshi. Irina Nordsol Jiangshi Medium Undead, Lawful Evil AC 16 Initiative −4 (6) HP 119 (14d8 + 56) Speed 20 ft., Fly 5 ft. (hover

Minotaur

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

Minotaur A minotaur’s roar is a savage battle cry that most civilized creatures fear. Born into the mortal realm by demonic rites, minotaurs are savage conquerors and carnivores that live for the

children in the world. Minotaur Large monstrosity, chaotic evil Armor Class 14 (natural armor) Hit Points 76 (9d10 + 27) Speed 40 ft. STR 18 (+4) DEX 11 (+0) CON 16

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