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Resistance (2/Day, or 3/Day in Domain). If Ivan fails a saving throw, he can choose to succeed instead.Multiattack. Ivan makes two Foreleg attacks. He can replace one attack with a use of Deadly
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Deadly Contraption. Dexterity Saving Throw: DC 15, one creature Ivan can see within 30 feet. Failure: 13 (3d8);{"diceNotation":"3d8", "rollType
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
shield the dragon turtle and strike at foes.
Creating a Dragon Turtle
Use the Dragon Turtle Personality Traits and Dragon Turtle Ideals tables to inspire your portrayal of distinctive dragon turtle
making a dragon a spellcaster, you can apply those rules to these aquatic dragons.)
Dragon Turtle Personality Traits
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Trait
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
dragon turtle’s defenses, magical storms manifest to shield the dragon turtle and strike at foes.
Creating a Dragon Turtle
Use the Dragon Turtle Personality Traits and Dragon Turtle Ideals tables
explicitly include dragon turtles in the variant rules for making a dragon a spellcaster, you can apply those rules to these aquatic dragons.)
Dragon Turtle Personality Traits
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classes
Player’s Handbook
Core Ranger Traits
Primary Ability
Dexterity and Wisdom
Hit Point Die
D10 per Ranger level
Saving Throw Proficiencies
Strength and Dexterity
Skill Proficiencies
Choose 3
wilderness. A Ranger’s talents and magic are honed with deadly focus to protect the world from the ravages of monsters and tyrants.
Becoming a Ranger...
As a Level 1 Character
Gain all the
Monsters
Curse of Strahd
battled Strahd's armies to the bitter end.
Deadly Vengeance. Unwilling to accept his failure, Vladimir returned as a revenant. So great was his hatred of Strahd and his thirst for vengeance that those
to the land of Barovia. Gone are the days of honor and valor.
Vladimir Horngaard's Traits
Ideal. “Vengeance is all I have left.”
Bond. “I have sworn oaths of allegiance to the Order of the Silver
Demilich (Variant)
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Monsters
Monster Manual (2014)
skull it remains a deadly and vexing enemy.
Enduring Existence. Even after a lich is reduced to a demilich state, its phylactery survives. As long as its phylactery is intact, the demilich can’t
skull and the dust from its other bones.
In its crypt, a demilich has access to lair actions and additional uses for its legendary actions. Its whole lair also has unique traits. A demilich in its
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
.
Creating a Dragon Turtle
Use the Dragon Turtle Personality Traits and Dragon Turtle Ideals tables to inspire your portrayal of distinctive dragon turtle characters, and use the Dragon Turtle Spellcasting
those rules to these aquatic dragons.)
Dragon Turtle Personality Traits
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Trait
1
I speak slowly and deliberately
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
the game. The best traps are fleeting distractions that skilled characters can overcome in a short amount of time or deadly puzzles that require quick thinking and teamwork to overcome. Traps that are undetectable and inescapable are rarely fun.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
the game. The best traps are fleeting distractions that skilled characters can overcome in a short amount of time or deadly puzzles that require quick thinking and teamwork to overcome. Traps that are undetectable and inescapable are rarely fun.
Ancient Deep Dragon
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. Deep dragons look down on any creature that isn’t useful to them, though they are willing to bargain for knowledge they lack.
Creating a Deep Dragon
Use the Deep Dragon Personality Traits and
Personality Traits
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Trait
1
I will not risk injury at the hands of weaker creatures—especially while I can turn
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
-devouring spirits drawn to darkness and negative emotions. Having lost all connection to the beings they once were, these hateful spirits drain mortal essence to steal fleeting tastes of life and warmth
1d8 The Specter Lurks Near... 1 A community afflicted by curses, grudges, plagues, or tragedies. 2 An evil Artifact or a deadly magical device. 3 The lair of a Fiend or an Undead. 4 The place
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
deliver death to your enemies with your touch. Roll on or choose an option from the Deadly Touch table to determine how this Dark Gift presents itself. Additionally, you gain the traits that follow
. Deadly Touch d6 Manifestation
1 Your body is alchemically or biologically altered, infusing you with deadly chemicals.
2 The magic of a slighted druid or fey makes small plants wither
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
wilderness. A Ranger’s talents and magic are honed with deadly focus to protect the world from the ravages of monsters and tyrants. Becoming a Ranger... As a Level 1 Character Gain all the traits in the
Ranger CHRIS RALLIS A Wandering Warrior Imbued with Primal Magic Core Ranger Traits Primary Ability Dexterity and Wisdom Hit Point Die D10 per Ranger level Saving Throw Proficiencies Strength and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
deadly focus to protect the world from the ravages of monsters and tyrants. Becoming a Ranger... As a Level 1 Character Gain all the traits in the Core Ranger Traits table. Gain the Ranger’s level 1
Ranger Core Ranger Traits Primary Ability Dexterity and Wisdom Hit Point Die D10 per Ranger level Saving Throw Proficiencies Strength and Dexterity Skill Proficiencies Choose 3: Animal Handling
Goblin
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
of farming of which goblins are capable and are charged with checking traps for captured people or beasts. Gatherers aren’t usually armed with weapons more deadly than a sling or a knife, but
Adventurer’s Guide.) Use one of the warlock stat blocks in appendix B to represent this goblin, adding darkvision and the Nimble Escape traits common to all goblins.
Booyahg Booyahg Booyahg. This
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
and explored the waters across a hundred worlds. Today, they live in small, hidden communities in the ocean shallows and on the Elemental Plane of Water. Sea Elf Traits Sea elves have the following
traits in common, in addition to the traits they share with other elves. Ability Score Increase. Your Constitution score increases by 1. Sea Elf Training. You have proficiency with the spear, trident
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Creating a Dragon Turtle Use the Dragon Turtle Personality Traits and Dragon Turtle Ideals tables to inspire your portrayal of distinctive dragon turtle characters, and use the Dragon Turtle
those rules to these aquatic dragons.) Dragon Turtle Personality Traits d8 Trait
1 I speak slowly and deliberately, pausing to reflect after (or sometimes in the middle of) each utterance
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Suggested Characteristics You have learned to live with the terror that haunts you. You are a survivor, who can be very protective of those who bring light into your darkened life. Personality Traits
d8 Personality Trait 1 I don’t run from evil. Evil runs from me. 2 I like to read and memorize poetry. It keeps me calm and brings me fleeting moments of happiness. 3 I spend money freely and live
Yuan-ti Pureblood
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
royal family could poison a meal and declare it “safe” after taking a bite.
There are legends of certain yuan-ti infiltrating human cities and forming deadly covert societies that sell
you’re roleplaying a yuan-ti, the following tables contain possible inspiration. They suggest characteristics that a yuan-ti might possess.
Yuan-ti Personality Traits
d8
Personality
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Creating a Black Dragon Use the Black Dragon Personality Traits and Black Dragon Ideals tables to inspire your portrayal of distinctive black dragon characters, and use the Black Dragon Spellcasting
table to help select spells for a spellcasting dragon. Black Dragon Personality Traits d8 Trait
1 I demonstrate my brilliance through the cruel subtlety of my actions.
2 Watching the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
. When possible, he depicts information and conveys emotions or warnings. Erasmus’s art is fleeting, though, vanishing in seconds. Sadly, his father cannot perceive him or any manifestation he creates
greetings. He never pushes others to reveal his presence, though, since attempts to do so only cause Rudolph pain. Erasmus van Richten’s Traits Ideal. “I’ve been given a second chance, and I’ll make sure it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Young Black Dragon Most young black dragons claim a hidden lair—typically a dismal place accessible through deadly ruins or a treacherous bog. They delight in exploiting fearful servants and might
Acid
Senses Blindsight 30 ft., Darkvision 120 ft.; Passive Perception 16
Languages Common, Draconic
CR 7 (XP 2,900; PB +3)
Traits
Amphibious. The dragon can breathe air and water.
Actions
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
, red, and white dragons gleam in those dragonborn’s scaled skin and in the deadly energy of their breath weapons. Theirs is the raw elemental fury of the volcano, of biting arctic winds, and of raging
lightning storms, as well as the subtle whisper of swamp and forest, toxic and corrosive. Chromatic Dragonborn Traits You have the following racial traits. Creature Type. You are a Humanoid. Size. You
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Berserker Commander Berserker commanders bear the scars of battle and drive their followers to match their deadly zeal. These commanders tap into a primal magic to enhance their might. Berserker
Passive Perception 15
Languages Common
CR 8 (XP 3,900; PB +3)
Traits
Bloodied Frenzy. While Bloodied, the berserker has Advantage on attack rolls and saving throws.
Actions
Multiattack
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
deadly magic from grim forces that consider her debt unpaid. Larissa Snowmane’s Traits Ideal. “Everyone needs help from time to time. I’ll help those who have no one else.” Bond. “My ship, my crew, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
), Scimitar, Studded Leather Armor
Senses Passive Perception 20
Languages Common, Thieves’ Cant
CR 11 (XP 7,200; PB +4)
Traits
Evasion. If the bandit is subjected to an effect that allows it
plus 14 (4d6) Poison damage.
Pistol. Ranged Attack Roll: +9, range 30/90 ft. Hit: 10 (1d10 + 5) Piercing damage plus 14 (4d6) Poison damage.
Bonus Actions
Deadly Aim. The bandit gives itself
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Yuan-ti Malisons Brian Valenzuela Yuan-ti Malison Type 1 (Left) and Type 2 (Right) Malisons possesses deadly venom, which some manipulate into magical strikes. They can also shape-shift into snakes
, helping them to position themselves for surprise attacks or to slither away with nary a trace. Malisons exhibit snakelike features that make them deadly in combat. Three general types exist: Type 1
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
waters, hoping to snare unsuspecting prey by bursting from the water and grabbing their quarry or by skewering victims with deadly harpoons. These hunters then drag land dwellers back to dismal
Wis 10 +0 +0
Cha 9 −1 −1
Senses Darkvision 60 ft.; Passive Perception 10
Languages Abyssal, Primordial (Aquan)
CR 2 (XP 450; PB +2)
Traits
Amphibious. The merrow can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Winter Wolf Coldhearted Pack Hunter Habitat: Arctic; Treasure: None Winter wolves are horse-size, supernatural predators that prowl frigid wildernesses in deadly packs. With their great size and
Languages Common, Giant
CR 3 (XP 700; PB +2)
Traits
Pack Tactics. The wolf has Advantage on an attack roll against a creature if at least one of the wolf’s allies is within 5 feet of the creature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
unearthly howls. Only you can perceive the spirits, unless you allow them to speak through you. The spirits are intangible and invisible; anyone who can see invisible creatures sees only fleeting glimpses of
these spirits as they haunt you. Roll on or choose an option from the Whispering Spirits table to determine what haunts you. Additionally, you gain the traits that follow. Whispering Spirits d6
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
Perception 17
Languages Common
CR 5 (XP 1,800, or 2,300 in domain; PB +3)
Traits
Darklord Restoration. If Ivan dies, he revives with all his Hit Points in 1d10 weeks somewhere in Borca.
Legendary
Deadly Contraption.
Foreleg. Melee Attack Roll: +7, reach 10 ft. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) Piercing damage.
Deadly Contraption. Dexterity Saving Throw: DC 15, one creature Ivan can see within 30 feet
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Flee, Mortals! Rule Primer
-Fueled Power Most demons have one or more features that require souls to use. Passive Traits. Passive traits automatically take effect after a demon’s soul count crosses the threshold described in that
impede soulsight unless otherwise stated. A demon’s stat block lists the radius of their soulsight under “Senses.” Adjusting Lethality
Soul devouring makes demons deadly opponents. To give characters a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Languages Bullywug, Common, Sylvan
CR 4 (XP 1,100; PB +2)
Traits
Amphibious. The bullywug can breathe air and water.
Speak with Frogs and Toads. The bullywug can communicate simple concepts to
10
Languages Bullywug, Common
CR 1/4 (XP 50; PB +2)
Traits
Amphibious. The bullywug can breathe air and water.
Speak with Frogs and Toads. The bullywug can communicate simple concepts to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
magic, deadly monsters, and cruel local rulers are all perils that you face when you travel in the Forgotten Realms. Even farms and freeholds within a day’s walk of a city can fall prey to monsters, and
well.
Each of the characters included in this set has two personality traits (one positive and one negative), an ideal, a bond, and a flaw. These elements can make the character easier and more fun
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
. These restless hunters can destroy a land’s natural balance and drive other creatures to extinction. As a result, many druid circles and Fey view displacer beasts as deadly threats. Displacer Beast Large
)
Traits
Avoidance. If the displacer beast is subjected to an effect that allows it to make a saving throw to take only half damage, it instead takes no damage if it succeeds on the save and half damage