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Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
can be used in another steel predator. Battle damage can cause this instinct to fail, however, in which case the steel predator lingers in the area, hunting and killing other creatures that resemble
predator locates its prey by sight 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
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
instinct proves a useful starting point when determining who might take a bribe, who might turn a blind eye to a crime, or who might have criminal connections. You can also use this sense to get a
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Those who fight beside me are those worth dying for.
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I fight for those who cannot fight for themselves.
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The monstrous enemy we faced in battle still
Lizardfolk
Legacy
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
. For example, humans confronted by an angry troll experience fear on a basic level. Their limbs shake, their thinking becomes panicked and jumbled, and they react by instinct. The emotion of fear takes
in the other humanoids and makes them less helpful in battle.
Utility and Survival
The lizardfolk mindset might seem unnecessarily cruel, but it helps them survive in a hostile environment. The
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
seeks adventurers to lead into battle against the mind flayer;mind flayers that usurped the dragon’s lair.
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Powerful infernal creatures have opened a portal in the middle of a city square
their army in battle centuries ago.
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An ancient sapphire dragon guards the phylactery of a lich who helped the dragon establish a lair centuries before becoming Undead.
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Lolth the Spider
classes
Basic Rules (2014)
fierce animal spirits. Others draw from a roiling reservoir of anger at a world full of pain. For every barbarian, rage is a power that fuels not just a battle frenzy but also uncanny reflexes
, resilience, and feats of strength.
Primal Instinct
People of towns and cities take pride in their settled ways, as if denying one’s connection to nature were a mark of superiority. To a barbarian
classes
Player’s Handbook
deepest self. For every Barbarian, their Rage is a power that fuels not just battle prowess, but also uncanny reflexes and heightened senses.
Barbarians often serve as protectors and leaders in their
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Feral Instinct, Instinctive Pounce
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Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
river become less obtrusive. Eighteen troglodytes live in these caves and respond quickly to sounds of battle. These enslaved troglodytes can’t take reactions. When an enslaved troglodyte takes damage
, it can make a DC 14 Wisdom saving throw to break free of the aboleth’s control. On a successful save, the troglodyte fights for its own survival, not the aboleth’s. Its first instinct is to flee if it
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
ancient pact to advise a monarchy on matters of defense—until someone bests the dragon’s security measures.
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A sapphire dragon seeks adventurers to lead into battle against the mind
sleeping chamber. A raised section studded with sapphire crystals offers a vantage from which the dragon can keep an eye on the chamber’s access points. The dragon’s most valuable treasures
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Gladiator Gladiators battle for the entertainment of raucous crowds. Some gladiators are brutal pit fighters who treat each match as a life-or-death struggle, while others are professional duelists
who command huge fees but rarely fight to the death. Gladiator
Medium humanoid (any race), any alignment
Armor Class 16 (studded leather, shield)
Hit Points 112 (15d8 + 45)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
steel predator slays its target and then voluntarily returns to Sigil, where it’s broken down into parts that can be used in another steel predator. Battle damage can cause this instinct to fail, however
boundaries, but such detection is accurate only to within a thousand yards; to close the remaining distance, the steel predator locates its prey by sight and smell. Once battle is joined, the predator
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
predator. Battle damage can cause this instinct to fail, however, causing the steel predator to linger in the area, hunting and killing other creatures that resemble its target, that fit the target’s
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
) piercing damage.
The monstrous hook horror has a head resembling a vulture’s and the torso of an enormous beetle, with an exoskeleton studded by sharp, bony protuberances. It gains its name from its
climbing skills to ambush prey from above. They hunt in packs, working together against the largest and most dangerous opponents. If a battle goes poorly, a hook horror quickly climbs a cavern wall
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
. Their instinct for pack structure has made these dinosaurs a traditional war mount for the halflings of the Talenta Plains, with clawfoots quickly and eagerly responding to training and control
rather than fight. However, even though not trained for battle, they can deliver a vicious bite if pressed. Fastieth
Medium beast, unaligned
Armor Class 14
Hit Points 9 (2d8)
Speed 50 ft.
STR
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
vengeance. Viari’s career as an adventurer was nearly cut short during a battle of which the bards still sing. Unleashing a devastating attack with the aptly named Apocalypse Dagger, the rogue destroyed a
events weigh on him still, perhaps suggesting consequences that only he foresees. Viari
Medium humanoid (human), chaotic good
Armor Class 18 (+1 studded leather; 19 while wielding two melee
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
back in Khur. Ayik Ur
1st-Level Warrior (Attacker);
Medium Humanoid (Human), Neutral Good
Armor Class 15 (studded leather)
Hit Points 11 (2d8 + 2)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
11 (+0)
DEX
score increases by 2. 6th 38 (7d8 + 7) Extra Attack. Ayik can attack twice, instead of once, whenever he takes the Attack action on his turn. 7th 44 (8d8 + 8) Battle Readiness. Ayik has advantage on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
superiority in battle by seeking out enemy spellcasters and destroying them. Hobgoblin Devastator
Medium humanoid (goblinoid), lawful evil
Armor Class 13 (studded leather)
Hit Points 45 (7d8
host, and they receive obedience and deference from many quarters. Their ability to lay waste to entire formations with a single use of magic allows them to gain far more glory in battle than a single
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
guards.
Standing Stones. The northern part of the cave contains two large standing stones, each of which has an inanimate minotaur skeleton embedded in it.
If a battle erupts here, the drow in area
Barrek’zorn. If the battle turns against them, the drow use darkness spells to cover their retreat to the fortress (area 18). They know the tunnels well enough to navigate them blindly. Xaphtal seizes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
. Their leader, formerly an adventuring rogue, wears magical studded leather armor that increases its AC to 13 (see “Treasure” below). These former citizens of the city died when Elturel was drawn into
Avernus. Their souls were corrupted by the terrible power of the plane, leaving them in these undead forms. Treasure. The ghoul leader wears +1 studded leather armor, carries an explorer’s pack, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
spire-studded cityscape below. As the morning fog dissipates under the chill autumn sun, the city spreads out as far as she can see: lofty cathedrals, squat courthouses, towering apartments, sprawling
a distant tower. Standing in her stirrups and raising her sword, she turns her mount toward the dragon, ready to battle once again for the sake of Ravnica. Ravnica is a whole new world for your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
, content to allow the lesser folk to compete for territory. The nominal emperor of the marids dwells in the Citadel of Ten Thousand Pearls, an opulent palace made of coral and studded with pearls. The
inhabitants of the plane engage in a never-ending battle to prove their strength and ensure their survival. Its dangerous monsters and bitter cold make the Frostfell a dangerous place to travel. Most
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Dimensional Caverns When the basement door is opened, read: Instead of a basement stairway, a rough stone tunnel stretches away from the Dran & Courtier, quickly widening to a cavernous space studded
cooked up with cheese are delicious.
— Jim Darkmagic
The Hard Way The characters are free to engage Raah in battle. It has a lot of pent-up rage these days, and is happy to have someone to direct
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
fight only if attacked, spurring their two elk companions into battle. They beg for mercy once half of them (including the elk) are down. Reinforcements. Camp Hc2 arrives the first time a disturbance is
lycanthropes, but they noticed the pair’s killer instinct. The werewolves pretend to be interested in the rite, but prolonged conversation with strangers frustrates them. Any conversational hostility
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
replaces one of its feet, which it lost in battle years ago. Tucked in the pockets of its overcoat are four fist-sized gray gemstones — the control gems for the gray slaadi that guard the ship’s upper
instinct supersedes its hunger, prompting it to surrender telepathically. The mind flayer apologizes for its assault and proposes an end to hostilities. Given a chance, it recounts how the Scavenger was
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer
battle against the dragonmarked houses. Thora remains the Son of Khyber’s second-in-command and the public face of the gang. A House Tarkanan Arc The conflict between adventurers and House Tarkanan
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Gear Spear, Studded Leather Armor
Senses Passive Perception 12
Languages Common, Thieves’ Cant
CR 1 (XP 200; PB +2)
Traits
Aberrant Surge. When the ruffian casts Witch Bolt, roll 1d8
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Gruumsh in between.
— Elminster
Orc Blade of Ilneval Ilneval is Gruumsh’s battle captain, a devious strategist who directs Gruumsh’s soldiers with boldness. Among orcs, warriors that venerate Ilneval
healed. The hands cultivate the sickness of these nurtured ones, turning them into instruments of defense and weapons of war. When orcs go to battle, a band of nurtured ones might charge in first — to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Elemental Fire, through a series of painful rites. A flamewrath’s skin is burned and scarred. Inured to pain, the flamewrath revels in battle, using an array of fire spells to incinerate enemies who would
manipulation that enabled her to escape a life of servitude serves her well as the head of a growing cult. For Vanifer, battle is best observed at a distance. She prefers to hurl destructive magic from afar
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
bulette shortly after they leave (see “Bulette Proof”). The stairway leads up to the battle deck (area N4). Characters who examine the cargo containers find two barrels of lubricant, two barrels of a
nonfunctional unless the power core is fixed, which is beyond the ceremorphs’ capability. N4. Battle Deck This middle deck has an open cowl. Mounted to the deck is a forward-facing ballista. The walls are lined
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
-given omens and demonic insight to guide the gnolls toward weak prey ripe for slaughter. Unlike other humanoid leaders that might skulk behind their minions, a flind leads the charge in battle. Its flail
stragglers and finish off wounded foes. Gnoll Flesh Gnawer
Medium humanoid (gnoll), chaotic evil
Armor Class 14 (studded leather)
Hit Points 22 (4d8 + 4)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
12(+1)
DEX
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
after she becomes visible. She has a potion of healing, which she uses if her current hit points drop to half her hit point maximum or lower. If two duergar fall in battle, the survivor tries to retreat
duergar guard, the sounds of battle alert the leader, Nimira. She is a duergar with the following changes, which increase her challenge rating to 3 (700 XP): Her AC is 17 (splint armor). She has 52
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
the ceiling, forming a cylindrical corridor fifteen feet in diameter. The surfaces are inky black but studded with tiny lights like stars in the night sky.
The “stars” embedded in the surfaces of the
hidden chamber are lined with frescoes of grim githyanki warriors. A silvery sky studded with stars swirls above them. At the north end of the room, a low wall encircles a well. The floor behind it is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
reveals a pouch containing 25 gp and a dagger with a laminated whalebone handle and scabbard, worth 50 gp. Ogmund has also stashed a backup high-quality suit of studded leather armor and a pair of
sounds of battle draw his attention, Ozymandias (priest) is in this room discussing survival tactics with a guard (veteran). The room serves as Ozymandias’s bedroom, office, and storeroom. If the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
slaves working in area 19 have been confined there. Development. The sahuagin in area 19 hear sounds of battle that come from this area, investigating within 5 minutes (see area 19 for more information
to explore underwater but never got that far. As soon as they gained entry (at area 1), they were immediately attacked by large numbers of sahuagin. All his comrades were killed in the battle that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Common
Shaman Druid with Survival +4; speaks Common and Druidic
Clan chieftain or great warrior Gladiator with hide armor instead of studded leather and Survival +5; speaks Common
Reghed
friends and peace with his enemies, and has led warriors he knew as babes to their deaths in battle. The strain of his long years of rule is etched on his weather-worn face. Jarund’s late son, Jarund
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
of battle and hunting scenes in bas-relief. These carved scenes show giants slaying enemies, hunting dragons and other fearsome monsters, and engaged in similar activities. Torches burn at intervals
to action, she joins the battle as stealthily as she can. Treasure. The female has hidden twelve gems worth 250 gp each (eight opals and four diamonds) behind her on the ledge. 3. Abandoned Storage
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
the room’s east wall is studded with sockets, as though for gemstones. A door to the south leads further into the temple. Studying the sockets carefully is a pensive woman with snakes for hair. A
the skeletal remains of dwarves and mind flayers.
Long ago, invading mind flayers and temple defenders fought fiercely in this room. Psychic echoes of the battle have drawn an intellect snare (see