List of Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition monsters

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Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition (see editions of Dungeons & Dragons) was released in 2014. The first product containing monsters was the Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set. The Monster Manual for this edition was scheduled for release in September 2014. [1] [2]

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Monsters in the 5th edition of Dungeons & Dragons

The 5th edition of the game adapts many creatures from previous editions while also creating new ones. [3] : 402–403  [4] [5] [6] Chroniclers of the art of Dungeons & Dragons Michael Witwer et al. observed "overhauled [...] visual aesthetics" and a more "unified tone and direction" in the depictions of the monsters as compared to earlier editions, which also allowed a more convincing impression of previously "neglected creatures" with the goal to make them more popular for Dungeon Masters. [3] : 402–403  Other reviews noted that 5th edition monsters are more developed in terms of narrative and lore than previous editions. [7] [8]

Despite Wizards of the Coast's efforts at creating a more inclusive game with 5th edition, scholars have criticized this edition of the game for perpetuating misogynistic representations of women, specifically through the depiction, and significant space relative to previous editions, of Hags. [9] William Duffy notes that 5th edition continues the practice of integrating monsters from classical mythology but makes significant canonical changes: cursed elves give rise to Medusas and Harpies, Minotaurs are transformed cultists, and Lamias and Chimeras are the creation of the demon princes Graz'zt and Demogorgon. [10]

A92160000 – Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)

The Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set is the first official product from the 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons line. [11] It includes the introductory adventure module Lost Mine of Phandelver, which contains rules and descriptions for monsters in Appendix B.

ISBN   978-0-7869-6559-5

CreaturePageOther AppearancesVariantsDescription
Bugbear 56 Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Intimidating and bullying goblinoids. A hairy cousin of the goblin, [12] for the most part presented as inherently evil before the 5th edition of the game, [13]
Commoner56Average person of any race
Cultist56Servants of dark powers
Doppelganger 56–57Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Shapechangers that take on the form of other humanoids
Evil Mage57Evil spellcasters that seek arcane knowledge
Flameskull 57–58 Dragon #197 (1993), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume One (1994), Lost Empires of Faerûn (2005), Monster Manual (2008)Floating, fiery skulls created from dead wizards
Ghoul 58 Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Undead that work in packs and hunger for humanoid flesh. Undead with "terrible claws". [14] : 175 AD&D's ghouls were also adapted into the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, with a depiction taken from the Monster Manual being used in a prototype version. [3] : 247 
Giant Spider58Large spiders that dwell in webbed lairs
Goblin 58Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Untrustworthy humanoids that use numbers to their advantage
Grick 58–59Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Wormlike, tentacled creatures that conceal themselves near stonework
Hobgoblin 59Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Militaristic, cunning goblinoids. Muscular humanoids somewhat taller than humans with reddish skin and canine teeth. [14] : 215  Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse gave them a new background as a species originating in and expelled from the Feywild, while also presenting hobgoblins societies with different characteristics on different worlds, but all centered around forming close-knit groups. [15]
Mormesk the Wraith 59Hateful and incorporeal undead that drains life
Nezznar the Black Spider 59Dark elf wizard
Nothic60 Miniatures Handbook (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009)Former wizards transformed by forbidden knowledge
Ochre Jelly 60Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Oozes that stalk and devour organic life
Ogre 60–61Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Large, angry, and lazy giants
Orc 61Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Savage humanoids with piglike faces
Owlbear 61Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Fearsome predators with beaks and claws
Redbrand Ruffian 61Unprincipled human thugs
Sildar Hallwinter61Retired warrior of Neverwinter and member of the Lords' Alliance
Skeleton 62Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Undead creatures created from bones
Spectator 62 The Secret of Bone Hill (1981), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Lords of Madness: The Book of Aberrations (2005)Spheroid creatures with an array of eye rays that guard treasure
Stirge 62–63Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Winged, blood-drinking pests
Twig Blight 63 The Sunless Citadel (2000), Monster Manual II (2002), Monster Vault: Threats to the Nentir Vale (2011)Small plant creatures that hide among healthy foliage
Wolf63Animals that roam in packs
Young Green Dragon 63Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Evil dragon with poisonous breath
Zombie 31, 63Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Ash ZombieUndead creatures created from corpses

A92170000 – Player's Handbook (2014)

The Player's Handbook is one of the core rulebooks for the Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition, published in 2014. An assortment of monsters, associated with class traits and spells, are described in Appendix D.

ISBN   978-0-7869-6560-1

CreaturePageOther AppearancesVariantsDescription
Bat304
Black Bear304
Boar304
Brown Bear304
Cat305
Constrictor Snake305
Crocodile305
Dire Wolf 305Monster Manual (1977), D&D Basic Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)
Frog305
Giant Eagle 306Monster Manual (1977), Creature Catalogue (1986), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Creature Catalog (1993), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)
Giant Spider306Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)
Hawk (Falcon)306
Imp 306–307Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)
Lion307
Mastiff307
Mule307
Owl308
Panther308
Poisonous Snake308
Pseudodragon 308Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)
Quasit 309Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 3 (2010)Reviewer Philippe Tessier found the quasit "very nice" and interesting when made available as a familiar. [16]
Rat309Example of a monster posing little threat to the characters in the game, [14] : 22  suitable for play at lowest level. [17]
Raven309
Reef Shark309
Riding Horse310
Skeleton310Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)
Sprite 310Monster Manual (1977), D&D Basic Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)
Tiger311
Warhorse311
Wolf311Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)
Zombie311Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)

A96060000 – Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014)

Hoard of the Dragon Queen is the first adventure module for the 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons line. It contains statistics for some of the monsters described in the module in Appendix B; the rest are in an online supplement. [18]

ISBN   978-0-7869-6564-9

CreaturePageOther AppearancesVariantsDescription
Troll 65, Online Supplement 19Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Four-Armed Troll
Ambush Drake88Monster Manual III (2004), Monster Vault (2010)
Azbara Jos88
Blagothkus 89
Captain Othelstan89
Dragonclaw 89Dragonwing
Dralmorrer Borngray 90
Frulam Mondath90
Guard Drake91Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)
Jamna Gleamsilver 91
Langdedrosa Cyanwrath 91
Pharblex Spattergoo 91–92
Rath Modar92
Rezmir93
Talis the White 93
AcolyteOnline Supplement 4
Adult Blue Dragon Online Supplement 4Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Basic Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)
Adult White Dragon Online Supplement 5Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)
Air Elemental Online Supplement 5Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 3 (2010), Monster Vault (2010)Powerful creatures in the game; [19] a characteristic of the air elemental is the ability of rapid movement. [14] : 141 
AssassinOnline Supplement 6
BanditOnline Supplement 6
BerserkerOnline Supplement 6Berserkers are based on the berserkir , "men of Odin, whom the god made strong like wild beasts", from Icelandic sagas and Snorri Sturluson's history of the kings of Norway. [20]
BullywugOnline Supplement 7 Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Monster Manual 2 (2009)
CommonerOnline Supplement 7Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)
CrocodileOnline Supplement 7 Player's Handbook (2014)
CultistOnline Supplement 7Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)
DeerOnline Supplement 7
DoppelgangerOnline Supplement 8Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)
ElkOnline Supplement 8
Ettercap Online Supplement 9Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)
Gargoyle Online Supplement 9Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)
Giant CentipedeOnline Supplement 9Giant centipedes are "low-level monsters", one-foot long red many-legged creatures. [14] : 212–213 
Giant Frog Online Supplement 10 Supplement II: Blackmoor (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Return to the Temple of Elemental Evil (2001)
Giant LizardOnline Supplement 10
Giant SpiderOnline Supplement 10Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)
Gray Ooze Online Supplement 11Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)
Griffon Online Supplement 11Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Originally based on the creature from Persian mythology. [21]
GuardOnline Supplement 11
Helmed Horror Online Supplement 11 Halls of the High King (1990), Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting (1993), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume One (1994), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Lost Empires of Faerûn (2005), Monster Manual (2008)
HobgoblinOnline Supplement 12Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)Hobgoblin Captain
KnightOnline Supplement 12
Kobold Online Supplement 13Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)
Lizardfolk Online Supplement 13Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)
Mage Online Supplement 13
NobleOnline Supplement 13
OgreOnline Supplement 14Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)
OrcOnline Supplement 14Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)
Otyugh Online Supplement 14Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Also known as gulguthra. [22] Game designer Don Turnbull rated the otyugh as a "most interesting creation". [23]
Peryton Online Supplement 15Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix II (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Monster Vault: Threats to the Nentir Vale (2011)
PriestOnline Supplement 15
Roper Online Supplement 15 The Strategic Review #2 (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Quest for the Heartstone (1984), Creature Catalogue (1986), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Creature Catalog (1993), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)
Rug of Smothering Online Supplement 16Monster Manual (2014)
ScoutOnline Supplement 16
Shambling Mound Online Supplement 16The Strategic Review #3 (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)
Specter Online Supplement 17Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)
SpyOnline Supplement 17
StirgeOnline Supplement 17Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)
Stone Giant Online Supplement 18Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009)
Stone Golem Online Supplement 18Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)
Swarm of InsectsOnline Supplement 18Swarm of Centipedes
Swarm of RatsOnline Supplement 19
Troglodyte Online Supplement 19Monster Manual (1977), D&D Basic Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)
Vampire Online Supplement 20Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)
Vampire Spawn Online Supplement 21Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)
VeteranOnline Supplement 21
Violet Fungus Online Supplement 21Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)
Will-o'-Wisp Online Supplement 22Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009)
Winged Kobold Online Supplement 22Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993)
Wyvern Online Supplement 22Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)
Yuan-ti Online Supplement 23 Dwellers of the Forbidden City (1981), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Yuan-ti Malison, Yuan-ti Pureblood

A92180000 – Monster Manual (2014)

The Monster Manual is one of the core rulebooks for the Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition, published in 2014. The book features an introduction on pages 4–11, the monster descriptions on pages 12–316, an appendix of Miscellaneous Creatures on pages 317–341, and a second appendix of Nonplayer Characters on pages 342–350.

A list of the monsters by Challenge Rating was not included in the book, and was instead posted on Wizards of the Coast's web site. [24] The list was also provided in the 5th edition Dungeon Master's Guide.

ISBN   978-0-7869-6561-8

CreaturePageOther AppearancesVariantsDescription
Aarakocra 12 Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Dark Sun Creature Catalog (2010)Type: Humanoid. In 2020, Comic Book Resources counted the aarakocra as # 9 on the list of "10 Powerful Monster Species That You Should Play As", stating that "As long as they're not wearing heavy or medium armor you have a flying sniper, essentially." [25]
Aboleth 13–14 Dwellers of the Forbidden City (1981), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Aberration. Ancient and powerful aquatic beings, aboleth in the game use their telepathic powers to influence and enslave mortals from behind the scenes in their bid to restore the position of dominance they lost through the rise of the gods themselves. SyFy Wire contributor Lisa Granshaw included them in her 2018 list of "The 9 Scariest, Most Unforgettable Monsters From Dungeons & Dragons" due to their impressive abilities and vengefulness. [26]
Angels 15–18 Dragon #63 (1982; Deva only), Dragon #64 (1982; Planetar and Solar only), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991; as Aasimon), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994; as Aasimon), Monster Manual (2000; as Celestial), Fiend Folio (2003; Deva only), Monster Manual (2003) Deva, Planetar, Solar Type: Celestial. Celestials from the Outer Planes, "charming creatures protecting the universe against evil". [27]
Animated Objects 19–20Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement; Rug of Smothering only)Animated Armor, Flying Sword, Rug of SmotheringType: Construct
Ankheg 21Dragon #5 (1977), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009)Type: Monstrosity
Azer 22Monster Manual II (1983), Practical Planetology (1991), Secrets of the Lamp (1993), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume One (1994), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Elemental
Banshee 23Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual II (2002), Monster Manual (2008; as Wailing Ghost)Type: Undead. Inspired by Gothic fiction, a typical denizen of the Ravenloft setting. [21]
Basilisk 24 Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), D&D Companion Rules (1984), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Monstrosity. Based on the creature from medieval bestiaries. [28] In the original Monster Manual it is described as a reptilian monster whose gaze can turn creatures to stone. [29] AD&D's basilisk was also adapted into the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, with a depiction taken from the Monster Manual being used in a prototype version. [3] : 247 
Behir 25 The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth (1982), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009)Type: Monstrosity
Beholders 26–30 Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), Monster Manual (1977), The Secret of Bone Hill (1981; Spectator only), Monster Manual II (1983; Spectator only), D&D Companion Rules (1984), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989; Spectator only), Lost Ships (1990; Death Tyrant only), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001; Spectator only), Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting (2001; Death Tyrant only), Monster Manual (2003), Lords of Madness: The Book of Aberrations (2005), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014; Spectator only)Beholder, Death Tyrant, Spectator Type: Aberration
Blights31–32 The Sunless Citadel (2000; Twig Blight only), Monster Manual II (2002; Twig Blight only), Fiend Folio (2003; Vine Blight, as Vine Horror, only), Monster Manual (2008; Vine Blight, as Vine Horror, only), Monster Vault: Threats to the Nentir Vale (2011; Twig Blight only), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014; Twig Blight only)Needle Blight, Twig Blight, Vine BlightType: Plant
Bugbears 33Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)Bugbear ChiefType: Humanoid (Goblinoid)
Bulette 34Dragon #1 (1976), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Monstrosity. Also called land shark, inspired by a plastic toy from Hong Kong. [28] In his 2019 book The Monsters Know What They're Doing, author Keith Ammann called bulettes "brutes tailor-made to give your players jump scares" and found its preferences and aversions for the meat of different humanoid races "ludicrous". [30] : 157–158 
Bullywug 35Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Monster Manual 2 (2009), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid
Cambion 36Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994), Expedition to the Demonweb Pits (2007), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Fiend
Carrion Crawler 37Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Monstrosity
Centaur 38Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009)Type: Monstrosity. Based on the creature from Greek mythology. [28] [31] [32]
Chimera 39Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Monstrosity. The chimera is based on the chimera of Greek mythology as found in the Iliad by Homer, [33] [34] "stronger than a centaur but weaker than a sphinx". [32] Present in the game since the earliest edition. [3] : 45 
Chuul 40Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Aberration
Cloaker 41 Secret of the Slavers Stockade (1981), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 3 (2010)Type: Aberration. An original creation for the game's artificial underground environment, this monster was designed as a trap for unwary player characters; it looks like a living cloak with teeth. [28]
Cockatrice 42Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), D&D Companion Rules (1984), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009)Type: Monstrosity. Based on the creature from medieval bestiaries. [28]
Couatl 43 Supplement III: Eldritch Wizardry (1976), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009)Type: Celestial. Based on the creature from Mesoamerican religion. [21]
Crawling Claw 44Dragon #32 (1979), Shadowdale (1989), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Lost Empires of Faerûn (2005), Open Grave: Secrets of the Undead (2009)Type: Undead. Screen Rant ranked the crawling claw among the 10 weakest monsters in 2018: "At best, you can use a bunch of them to act as a distraction or as a screen while another villain prepares a spell or trap." [35]
Cyclops 45 Supplement IV: Gods, Demi-Gods & Heroes (1976), Deities & Demigods (1980), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Legends & Lore (1985), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Legends & Lore (1990), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Deities & Demigods (2002), Shining South (2004), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Giant. One-eyed giants [36] based on Greek mythology. [33] Ranked tenth among the ten best mid-level 4th Edition monsters by the authors of Dungeons & Dragons 4th Edition For Dummies. [36]
Darkmantle 46Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009)Type: Monstrosity
Death Knight 47Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Dragonlance Appendix (1990), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual II (2002), Dragonlance Campaign Setting (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Undead.
Demilich 48–49 Tomb of Horrors (1978), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Epic Level Handbook (2002)Type: Undead. Evolved beyond status as a lich. Creature of enormous powers, where only the skull remains. [37] Tyler Linn of Cracked.com identified the demi-lich as one of "15 Idiotic Dungeons and Dragons Monsters" in 2009, stating: "Besides looking like a Pirates of the Caribbean alarm clock, the Demi-lich seems to possess no tactical advantages of any kind. It just kind of floats around, waiting for a party of heroes to smack it out of the air like a pinata. We suppose it could try to bite you, but the illustration above kind of makes it look like the jaw is fused in place. Man, now we just feel sorry for it." [38] Ranked among the strongest in Screen Rant's "10 Most Powerful (And 10 Weakest) Monsters, Ranked", saying "You might think that a floating skull would be easy to smash to pieces, but you would be wrong, as demiliches are some of the most resilient creatures in the game." [35]
Demons 50–65Supplement III: Eldritch Wizardry (1976), Monster Manual (1977), Queen of the Demonweb Pits (1980; Yochlol only), Fiend Folio (1981; Shadow Demon only), The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth (1982; Bar-lgura, Chasme, Dretch only), Monster Manual II (1983; Bar-lgura, Chasme, Dretch, Yochlol only), Dragon #91 (1984; Goristro only), D&D Immortals Rules (1986), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989; Quasit only), Drow of the Underdark (1991; Yochlol only), Monstrous Compendium – Ravenloft Appendix (1991; Shadow Fiend only), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991; as Tanar'ri), Wrath of the Immortals (1992), Monstrous Manual (1993; as Tanar'ri, Balor and Marilith only, plus Quasit), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994; as Tanar'ri), Planes of Chaos (1994; Goristro only), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix II (1995; Yochlol only), Monstrous Compendium – Ravenloft Appendices I & II (1996; Shadow Fiend only), Monstrous Compendium Annual Three (1996; Goristro only), Villains' Lorebook (1998; Yochlol only), Monster Manual (2000), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001; Yochlol only), Manual of the Planes (2001; Goristro only), Book of Vile Darkness (2002; Manes, Bar-lgura, Chasme, Shadow Demon only), Monster Manual (2003), Fiendish Codex I: Hordes of the Abyss (2006), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Manual 2 (2009; Dretch only), Monster Manual 3 (2010; Quasit only), Monster Vault (2010) Balor, Barlgura, Chasme, Dretch, Glabrezu, Goristro, Hezrou, Manes, Marilith, Nalfeshnee, Quasit, Shadow Demon, Vrock, Yochlol Type: Fiend (Demon). Many were based on figures from Christian demonology. [39] Considered among the "standard repertoire of "Monsters"" by Fabian Perlini-Pfister. [31] In a review of Planescape Monstrous Compendium Appendix II for Arcane magazine, the reviewer cites the culture of the tanar'ri as helping "give the Planes a solid base of peoples". [40] Based on and renamed from the Balrog from J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium. [28]
Devils 66–78Monster Manual (1977), Dragon #75 (1983; Bearded and Spined only), Monster Manual II (1983; Bearded and Spined only), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989; Imp only), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991; as Baatezu), Monstrous Manual (1993; as Baatezu, Pit Fiend only, plus Imp), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994; as Baatezu), Planes of Law (1995; Chain Devil only, as Kyton), Monstrous Compendium Annual Three (1996; Chain Devil only, as Kyton), Monster Manual (2000), Manual of the Planes (2001; Spined Devil only, as Spinagon), Monster Manual (2003), Fiendish Codex II: Tyrants of the Nine Hells (2006), Monster Manual (2008), Manual of the Planes (2008; Barbed only), Monster Manual 2 (2009; Erinyes only), Monster Vault (2010) Barbed Devil, Bearded Devil, Bone Devil, Chain Devil, Erinyes, Horned Devil, Ice Devil, Imp, Lemure, Pit Fiend, Spined DevilType: Fiend (Devil). Many were based on figures from Christian demonology. [39] The erinyes is based on the figures from Greek mythology. [31] Imps are minor fiends which could be created from larvae. [41] Lemures are among lowest of fiends, these "living piles of rotting flesh that look like puddles of pink skin" are one initial incarnation of evil souls when arriving at the lower planes. Screen Rant reviewer Scott Baird ranked them among the weakest monsters in the game. [35]
Dinosaurs 79–80 Supplement II: Blackmoor (1975; Plesiosaurus only), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983; Pteranodon, as Pterodactyl, Triceratops, and Tyrannosaurus Rex only), The Isle of Dread (1981; Allosaurus and Ankylosaurus only), D&D Master Rules (1985), Creature Catalogue (1986; Allosaurus and Ankylosaurus only), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Creature Catalog (1993; Allosaurus and Ankylosaurus only), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Two (1995; Allosaurus and Plesiosaurus only), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual II (2002; Allosaurus and Ankylosaurus only), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008; Ankylosaurus only, as Macetail Behemoth), Adventurer's Vault (2008; Triceratops, as Trihorn Behemoth)Allosaurus, Ankylosaurus, Plesiosaurus, Pteranodon, Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus RexType: Beast. Considered among the "standard repertoire of "Monsters"", [31] and among the 12 most underrated monsters, "a creature as large and fearsome as a dragon but without all the hype". [42]
Displacer Beast 81Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Monstrosity. Based on the alien Coeurl from the short story Black Destroyer by A. E. van Vogt. [28] [3] : 71  David M. Ewalt, in his book Of Dice and Men, discussed several monsters appearing in the original Monster Manual, describing displacer beasts as looking like "pumas with thorn-covered tentacles growing out of their shoulders". [43] Rob Bricken from io9 named the displacer beast as the 2nd most memorable D&D monster. [44]
Doppelganger 82Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Monstrosity
Dracolich 83–84Dragon #110 (1986), Waterdeep and the North (1987), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting (2001), Draconomicon: The Book of Dragons (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Adult Blue DracolichType: Undead. Ranked among the strongest monsters in the game by Scott Baird from Screen Rant . [35] It was also one of the first new creatures introduced for the Forgotten Realms campaign setting. [45]
Dragon, Shadow 84–85Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium – Greyhawk Appendix (1990), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Draconomicon: The Book of Dragons (2003)Young Red Shadow DragonType: Dragon. Reviewer Philippe Tessier found the shadow dragon a very dangerous foe in frontal assault. [16]
Dragons 86–118Dungeons & Dragons set (1974; Black, Blue, Gold, Green, Red, White only), Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975; Brass, Bronze, Copper, Silver only), D&D Basic Set (1977; Black, Brass, Red, White only), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Basic Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014; Green only), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement; Blue and White only) Black Dragon (Ancient, Adult, Young, Wyrmling), Blue Dragon (Ancient, Adult, Young, Wyrmling), Green Dragon (Ancient, Adult, Young, Wyrmling), Red Dragon (Ancient, Adult, Young, Wyrmling), White Dragon (Ancient, Adult, Young, Wyrmling), Brass Dragon (Ancient, Adult, Young, Wyrmling), Bronze Dragon (Ancient, Adult, Young, Wyrmling), Copper Dragon (Ancient, Adult, Young, Wyrmling), Gold Dragon (Ancient, Adult, Young, Wyrmling), Silver Dragon (Ancient, Adult, Young, Wyrmling)Type: Dragon. Powerful and intelligent, usually winged reptiles with magical abilities and breath weapon. [46] The different subraces, distinguished by their colouring, vary in power. [47] The dragon has been referred to as the "iconic creature for D&D adventurers to conquer". [48] : 34  [49]
Dragon Turtle 119Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981), D&D Companion Rules (1984), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)Type: Dragon. Present in the game since its inception. [3] : 26 
Drider 120Queen of the Demonweb Pits (1980), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Monstrosity
Dryad 121Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Fey. Based on the dryad from classical sources. [28] The dryad appears as a player character class in Tall Tales of the Wee Folk in the "DM's booklet" (1989). [50] : 146 
Duergar 122Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Humanoid
Elementals 123–125Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 3 (2010), Monster Vault (2010), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement; Air only)Air Elemental, Earth Elemental, Fire Elemental, Water ElementalType: Elemental
Elves: Drow 126–129 Hall of the Fire Giant King (1978), Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010),Drow, Drow Elite Warrior, Drow Mage, Drow Priestess of Lolth Type: Humanoid (Elf). Made famous R. A. Salvatore's Drizzt novels, these dark elves from the game influenced subsequent works of fantasy. [28] Drow have a gender-based caste system that says "a great deal about attitudes towards gender roles in the real world". [51] : 34  Bleeding Cool reviewer Gavin Sheehan considered "the schism between drow and other elves" one "of the most contentious relationships in the multiverse" of D&D. [52] A drider is a "monster that looks like a centaur only with the bottom half of a spider instead of a horse." [53]
Empyrean 130Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975; as Titan), Monster Manual (1977; as Titan), D&D Immortals Rules (1986; as Titan), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991; as Titan), Wrath of the Immortals (1992; as Titan), Monstrous Manual (1993; as Titan), Monster Manual (2000; as Titan), Monster Manual (2003; as Titan)Type: Celestial. Based on the powerful beings from Greek mythology. [31] Ranked among the strongest creatures in the game by Scott Baird from Screen Rant , as they "stand above giants and possess even more power in terms of their physical and magical capabilities". [35] Backstab reviewer Michaël Croitoriu thought them truly interesting for powergamers when made available as player characters. [54]
Ettercap 131Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Monstrosity
Ettin 132Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Giant
Faerie Dragon 133Dragon #62 (1982), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Draconomicon: The Book of Dragons (2003)Type: Dragon
Flameskull 134Dragon #197 (1993), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume One (1994), Lost Empires of Faerûn (2005), Monster Manual (2008), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)Type: Undead
Flumph 135Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Two (1995), Dungeon #118 (2005), Fool's Grove [55] (2009)Type: Aberration. Ranked among the weakest monsters in the game by Scott Baird from Screen Rant : It only attacks with a stinking liquid, and helpless when turned on its back. [35] Shannon Applecline considered "the much-satirized flumph" one of the silly monsters introduced in Fiend Folio. [56] : 38 
Fomorian 136The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth (1982), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual II (2002), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Giant
Fungi137–138The Strategic Review #3 (1975; Shrieker only), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983; Shrieker only), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Companion Rules (1984; Gas Spore only, as Blast Spore), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991; Gas Spore, as Blast Spore, and Shrieker only), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Lords of Madness: The Book of Aberrations (2005; Gas Spore only), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement; Violet Fungus only) Gas Spore, Shrieker, Violet Fungus Type: Plant. Ben Woodard called D&D's fungi horrific in their variety, not only due to their poisonous nature but their creepy ability to move. [57] Scott Baird from Screen Rant ranked the man-sized shrieker among the weakest monsters in the game, at "the bottom of the mushroom monster food chain": They "can be used as cheap alarm systems for Underdark societies, but they possess no combat abilities of their own. The only thing a shrieker can do is shriek". [35]
Galeb Duhr 139 Monster Cards Set 2 (1982), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual II (2002), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Elemental
Gargoyle 140Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Elemental. AD&D's gargoyle was adapted into the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, with a depiction taken from the Monster Manual being used in a prototype version. [3] : 247 
Genies 141–146Dungeons & Dragons set (1974; Djinni and Efreeti only), D&D Basic Set (1977; Djinni only), Monster Manual (1977; Djinni and Efreeti only), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983; Djinni and Efreeti only), Dragon #66 (1982; Dao and Marid only), The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth (1982; Dao and Marid only), Monster Manual II (1983; Dao and Marid only), D&D Companion Rules (1984; Djinni and Efreeti only), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989; all but Marid), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989; Marid only), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991; Djinni and Efreeti only), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000; Djinni and Efreeti only), Monster Manual (2003; Djinni and Efreeti only), Manual of the Planes (2001; Dao and Marid only), Monster Manual (2008; Efreeti only), Monster Manual 2 (2009; Djinni only), Monster Vault (2010; Efreeti only) Dao, Djinni, Efreeti, Marid Type: Elemental. Based on notions from Middle Eastern culture, [58] genies in the game are powerful elemental spirits from the Inner Planes, each of the four classical elements having its own subspecies of genie: djinn for air, dao for earth, efreet for fire. The djinn and efreet have namesakes from Arabic folklore also associated with air and fire, respectively. The dao were newly invented for the game altogether to fill the gap for the remaining element. [30] : 485–493  A depiction of an "evil [...] efreet" already appeared in the original Dungeons & Dragons (1974) edition, another "enormous, devilish red" one was the main feature of the cover of the 1st edition Dungeon Master's Guide . Within the game's cosmology they were based on the Plane of Fire, centered around the "fabled City of Brass". [3] : 20–21, 85, 87, 244–245 
Ghost 147The Strategic Review #3 (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Palace of the Silver Princess (1981), D&D Companion Rules (1984), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Undead. Inspired by Gothic fiction, a typical denizen of the Ravenloft setting. [21]
Ghouls 148Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)Ghast, GhoulType: Undead
Giants 149–156Dungeons & Dragons set (1974; all but Storm), Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975; Storm only), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008; Hill, Fire, Storm only), Monster Manual 2 (2009; Frost and Stone only), Monster Vault (2010; Fire, Frost, Hill only), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement; Stone only)Cloud Giant, Fire Giant, Frost Giant, Hill Giant, Stone Giant, Storm GiantType: Giant. Overlarge powerful humanoids with a self-involved social focus, [30] : 8  usually presented as the "bad guys". [54] Based on mythological figures and Tolkien, their stone-throwing ability indicates their creative roots in wargaming. [33] [28]
Gibbering Mouther 157 The Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan (1980), Monster Manual II (1983), Dragon #160 (1990), Assassin Mountain (1993), Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting (1993), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume One (1994), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Aberration. A creature with many eyes and mouths. Witwer et al. found Erol Otus' early depiction "perversely beautiful", the artist's surrealist style very suited for this bizarre monster. [3] : 94–97 
Gith 158–161Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994), Psionics Handbook (2001), Manual of the Planes (2001), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010; Githyanki only) Githyanki Warrior, Githyanki Knight, Githzerai Monk, Githzerai ZerthType: Humanoid (Gith). Githyanki: Xenophobic humanoids [51] : 20–21  with gaunt stature, leathery yellow skin and fangs. Inhabitants of the Astral Plane, and ancient enemies of the githzerai, githyanki are considered to "boast some excellent twists" as non-player characters, but "little more than dextrous, not to mention ugly, egg layers" as PCs by reviewer Trenton Webb [59] [60] [61] Introduced by Charles Stross [39] [56] : 38  in White Dwarf No. 12, and officially included in the game in Fiend Folio (1981) and featured on its cover. [3] : 127–129  The name was borrowed the name from a fictional race in George R. R. Martin's Dying of the Light . The githyanki/illithid relationship was inspired by Larry Niven's World of Ptavvs . [62] [63] The githyanki were voted among the top ten best monsters from that White Dwarf's "Fiend Factory" column. [64] Shannon Applecline considered the githyanki one of the game's especially notable monsters. [56] : 38  Scott Baird of the website TheGamer commented on the nature of the relationship of the githyanki to the mind flayers, to whom they were formerly enslaved: "Despite their wicked reputation, the Githyanki have an important role to play in protecting the Prime Material Plane. The Githyanki despise Mind Flayers and their armies might be the only thing holding them back. The trailer for Baldur's Gate 3 shows just how scary a single Mind Flayer ship can be, and that could happen a thousand times over if the Githyanki aren't around." [65] [61] ComicBook.com contributor Christian Hoffer considered "the conflict between the otherworldly githzerai and githyanki" one "of the great conflicts that make up the D&D multiverse", [66] and praised the expanded lore presented in Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes as "certainly useful as both inspiration and as research material for building a D&D campaign." [67] 
 Githzerai: Designed by Charles Stross, [39]  [56] : 38  these humanoids are the ancient and fervent enemies of mind flayers, to whom they were formerly enslaved, and the githyanki; they are based on the plane of Limbo. A playable species in the Planescape campaign setting, reviewer Johnny L. Wilson found them a new take on the niche usually occupied by elves. [60]  [68]  [61]  Shannon Applecline considered the githzerai one of the game's especially notable monsters, [56] : 38  while  ComicBook.com  contributor Christian Hoffer counted "the conflict between the otherworldly githzerai and githyanki" among "the great conflicts that make up the D&D multiverse", [66]  and praised the expanded lore presented in  Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes  as "certainly useful as both inspiration and as research material for building a D&D campaign." [67]
Gnolls 162–163Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Gnoll, Gnoll Pack Lord, Gnoll Fang of Yeenoghu Type: Humanoid (Gnoll). Richard W. Forest assumed them to be inspired from but not resembling the gnoles conceived by Lord Dunsany, [28] while Gary Gygax himself stated that although Dunsany's "gnole" is close", he came up with the name as "a cross between a gnome and a troll", and the description was his original creation. He wanted to create a humanoid opponent in the game to fit in between the hobgoblin and bugbear in power. [69] Gnolls were considered one of the "five main "humanoid" races" in AD&D by Paul Karczag and Lawrence Schick. [50] : 92 
Gnome, Deep (Svirfneblin) 164 Shrine of the Kuo-Toa (1978), Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)Type: Humanoid (Gnome)
Goblins 165–166Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)Goblin, Goblin BossType: Humanoid (Goblin). Based primarily on the goblins portrayed in J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-Earth. [70] Considered one of the "five main "humanoid" races" in AD&D by Paul Karczag and Lawrence Schick. [50] : 92  Presented as "evil" and "predisposed towards a society of brutal regimes where the strongest rule" in the game. [51] : 48, 66, 134  Suitable oponent for characters of lowest level. [17]
Golems 167–170Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975; all but Clay), The Strategic Review #4 (1975; Clay only), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008; Flesh and Stone only), Monster Manual 2 (2009; Clay and Iron only), Monster Vault (2010; all but Clay), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement; Stone only) Clay, Flesh, Iron, Stone Type: Construct. The clay golem is based on the golem of Medieval Jewish folklore, though changed from "a cherished defender to an unthinking hulk" [71] [33] while the flesh golem is related to Frankenstein's monster as Universal's 1931 film, seen in e.g. being empowered by electricity. [28] All golems are inspired by Gothic fiction more generally; a typical denizen of the Ravenloft setting, [21] and "classic" monster of the game. [16] The influence of Dungeons & Dragons has led to the inclusion of golems in other tabletop role-playing as well as in video games. [72]
Gorgon 171Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), D&D Companion Rules (1984), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Monstrosity. "iron plated bull", based on early modern bestiaries, with only the name being derived from the Classical counterpart. [32]
Grell 172Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Greyhawk Appendix (1990), Monstrous Compendium – Spelljammer Appendix II (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual II (2002), Lords of Madness: The Book of Aberrations (2005), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Aberration. "terrifying beaked, tentacled monsters that populate the realm of Underdark". [73] Tyler Linn of Cracked.com listed the grell among the "15 Most Idiotic Monsters In Dungeons & Dragons History" and found that it's movement by floating contributed to it looking ridiculous. [38]
Grick 173Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)Grick, Grick AlphaType: Monstrosity
Griffon 174Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Monstrosity
Grimlock 175Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Fiend Folio Appendix (1992), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Humanoid (Grimlock)
Hags 176–179Supplement II: Blackmoor (1975; Sea Hag only), Monster Manual (1977), Monster Manual II (1983; Green Hag only), D&D Master Rules (1985; Sea Hag only), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991; Sea Hag only), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989; all but Night Hag), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991; Night Hag only), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994; Night Hag only), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008; Night Hag only), Monster Vault (2010; all but Sea Hag)Green Hag, Night Hag, Sea Hag Type: Fey. Based on the pervasive figure from folklore, with "different interpretations of the monster around the world" being worked into different variants in the game, allowing each "a little more personality". [74] In the view of Stag and Trammel, hags in D&D represent misogynistic and ageist tendencies in their authors. [41] [75] SyFy Wire in 2018 called it one of "The 9 Scariest, Most Unforgettable Monsters From Dungeons & Dragons", saying that "There are endless horrific possibilities when it comes to hags." [76] The night hag is a powerful hag from Hades, propagating evil by creating larvae. [41] Don Turnbull referred to the night hag as "splendid" and notes that the illustration of the night hag is the best drawing in the book. [23] It has been described as comparable to the Alp of folklore, although "considered a more Judeo-Christian demonic influence". [77] : 33 
Half-Dragon 180 Council of Wyrms (1994), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Two (1995), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)Half-Red Dragon VeteranType: Humanoid
Harpy 181Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Monstrosity. Based on the creature from Greek mythology. [31] Michael Witwer et al. observed this presentation of the harpy as "redesigned from previous editions to entice more Dungeon Master use" with "an artistic facelift." [3] : 402–403 
Hell Hound 182Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Fiend
Helmed Horror 183 Halls of the High King (1990), Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting (1993), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume One (1994), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Lost Empires of Faerûn (2005), Monster Manual (2008), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Construct
Hippogriff 184Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Monstrosity. Originally based on the creature from Persian mythology [21] the adapted hippogriff "was among the earliest fantasy beasts introduced into the Dungeons & Dragons universe": [78] An artistic representation drawing inspiration from real eagles and horses was used for the cover of the third booklet of the original Dungeons & Dragons (1974) edition and became one of "the game's earlies ambassadors" through use of that cover in advertisments. [3] : 20–21, 27, 39  Gary Gygax used a story in which he received a letter asking how many eggs a Hippogriff could lay as an example of the encyclopedic knowledge which fans expected him to have over every detail of gameplay. [79]
Hobgoblin 185–187Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Hobgoblin, Hobgoblin Captain, Hobgoblin WarlordType: Humanoid (Goblin)
Homunculus 188Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)Type: Construct
Hook Horror 189Fiend Folio (1981), Quest for the Heartstone (1984), Creature Catalogue (1986), Monstrous Compendium – Greyhawk Appendix (1990), Creature Catalog (1993), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual II (2002), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Monstrosity. The hook horror was first published in White Dwarf #12 (April–May 1979), and was originally submitted by Ian Livingstone. [63] It was voted among the top ten monsters from the magazine's "Fiend Factory" column and reprinted in Best of White Dwarf Articles (1980). [64] [80] [81] Ed Greenwood, in his review of the Fiend Folio for Dragon magazine, considered the hook horror as one of the creatures with "strange appearances and little else; there is no depth to their listings" and that it was one of the creatures which "seem incomplete". [82] Michael Witwer et al. observed this presentation of the hook horror as "redesigned from previous editions to entice more Dungeon Master use" with "an artistic facelift." [3] : 402–403 
Hydra 190Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Monstrosity. Based on the creature from classical sources, [28] [34] with Heracles' famed method of slaying it adapted into a vulnerability against fire, but not with the less well-known poisonous bite, showing how the game mostly focusses on the well-known traits of mythological creatures. [32] Present in the game since its inception. [3] : 26 AD&D's hydra was also adapted into the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, with a depiction taken from the Monster Manual being used in a prototype version. [3] : 247 
Intellect Devourer 191Supplement III: Eldritch Wizardry (1976), Monster Manual (1977), The Complete Psionics Handbook (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Psionics Handbook (2001), Expanded Psionics Handbook (2004), Monster Manual 3 (2010)Type: Aberration. SyFy Wire in 2018 called it one of "The 9 Scariest, Most Unforgettable Monsters From Dungeons & Dragons", saying that "The idea of having your brain consumed and just becoming an evil puppet is truly terrible." [76]
Invisible Stalker 192Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), D&D Companion Rules (1984), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)Type: Elemental
Jackalwere193Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Fiend Folio (2003), Monster Manual 3 (2010)Type: Humanoid. An intelligent jackal with the ability to assume human and jackal-human-hybrid form and a sleep-inducing gaze. [30] : 66–67  [3] : 133 
Kenku 194Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual III (2004), Monster Manual 2 (2009)Type: Humanoid. Crow-like humanoids with a tendency for thievery, loosely based on the Japanese tengu. [83] [30] : 56–58 
Kobold 195Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Winged Kobold, KoboldType: Humanoid (Kobold). "[S]hort subterranean lizard-men", [14] : 66  considered one of the "five main "humanoid" races" in AD&D by Paul Karczag and Lawrence Schick, [50] : 92  and ranked among the weakest monsters in the game by Scott Baird from Screen Rant . [35]
Kraken 196–197Monster Manual II (1983), Creature Catalogue (1986), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Creature Catalog (1993), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 3 (2010)Type: Monstrosity
Kuo-toa 198–200Shrine of the Kuo-Toa (1978), Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Kuo-toa, Kuo-toa Archpriest, Kuo-toa WhipType: Humanoid (Kuo-toa). "evil fish-men" [50] : 89 
Lamia 201Monster Manual (1977), Creature Catalogue (1986; as Lamara), Creature Catalog (1993; as Lamara), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)Type: Monstrosity
Lich 202–203Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Master Rules (1985), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Undead. Emaciated [16] undead spellcaster, [73] a "classic" monster of the game. [16]
Lizardfolk 204–205Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Fiend Folio (1981; Lizard King only), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Serpent Kingdoms (2004; Lizard King/Queen only), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Lizardfolk, Lizardfolk Shaman, Lizard King/QueenType: Humanoid (Lizardfolk). A player character race in some settings. [84] [85] Reviewer Chris Gigoux described them by saying "Lizard Men aren't bad, [...] they're just a simple folks, struggling to survive." [86] In 2020, Comic Book Resources counted the lizardfolk as # 1 on the list of "10 Powerful Monster Species That You Should Play As", stating that "Along with the ability to manufacture their own weapons from the natural environment around them, they provide an excellent role-playing experience and have some pretty awesome tricks up their sleeve." [25] An image of a lizard man by Greg Bell functioned as the logo in the early phase of TSR Hobbies, [3] : 42–43, 47, 81  while "the bloodied bodies of lizard men" overcome by a group of adventurers featured on the cover of the 1st edition Player's Handbook , considered "arguably the most iconic piece of art in all of RPGdom" by Reactor magazine commentator Saladin Ahmed. [87]
Lycanthropes 206–211Dungeons & Dragons set (1974; all but Wererat), Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975; Wererat only), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989; all but Wereboar), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989; Wereboar only), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008; Wererat and Werewolf only), Monster Manual 2 (2009; Wereboar and Weretiger only), Monster Vault (2010; Wererat and Werewolf only) Werebear, Wereboar, Wererat, Weretiger, Werewolf Type: Humanoid (Shapechanger). Afflicted shapechangers, whose condition could be transmitted like a disease; [88] some available as player character races.
Depiction of the werewolf is related to those in 1930s and 1940s Hollywood movies like The Wolf Man . [28] Ranked sixth among the ten best low-level monsters by the authors of Dungeons & Dragons For Dummies: "a classic monster", interesting due to shapechanging because "players can never be entirely sure whether that surly villager might indeed be the great black wolf who attacked their characters out in the forest." [89] The presence of lyncanthropes in the gaming system is one of the elements that has led Christian fundamentalists to condemn Dungeons & Dragons and to associate it with the occult. [90] Screen Rant has described the operation of lycanthropy in the game as an aspect that "makes no sense" because it is often a positive development for a character. "It is possible for a character to be infected with lycanthropy in Dungeons & Dragons and it comes highly recommended, as the benefits outweigh the negatives". It notes that "[i]n exchange for learning how to control your condition, you gain Damage Reduction, +2 to your Wisdom stat, the Scent ability, Low-Light Vision, a new Hit Dice, the Iron Will feat, and the ability to transform into a more powerful form". [91] An illustration in one edition of the Monster Manual implied that the beast in Disney's Beauty and the Beast was a lycanthrope, with a creature having a resemblance to the Beast attacking a human resembling that film's antagonist, Gaston. [92] Present in the game since its inception, an image of a werewolf's face by Gygax' childhood friend Tom Keogh was "[a]lmost certainly the oldest piece of art" in the original D&D. [3] : 26–27 
Magmin 212 In the Dungeons of the Slave Lords (1981; as Magman), Monster Manual II (1983; as Magman), Planescape Campaign Setting (1994; as Magman), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)Type: Elemental
Manticore 213Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Monstrosity. Based on its mythological counterpart, including the barbed tail, the manticore appeared in the game from its earliest edition. [78] : 44  [93] : 268 
Medusa 214Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Companion Rules (1984), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Monstrosity. Based on the creature from classical sources [28] [31] but translated into species of monsters [12] [34] originated from "humans seeking eternal youth". [32] Reviewer Allan Rausch found their portrayal as "a woman with snakes for hair" up to 2nd edition less compelling than their less human-like depiction in 3rd edition. [94] Part of the game from its very beginning, a medusa was already depicted in the playtest material from 1973 for the original edition. [3] : 21 
Mephits 215–217Fiend Folio (1981; Magma, as Lava, Smoke, and Steam only), Eye of the Serpent (1984; Ice only), Greyhawk Ruins (1990; all but Dust and Mud), Monstrous Compendium – Fiend Folio Appendix (1992; all but Dust and Mud), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994), Monster Manual (2000; all but Smoke), Monster Manual (2003; all but Smoke), Dragon #374 [95] (2009; Ice only)Dust Mephit, Ice Mephit, Magma Mephit, Mud Mephit, Smoke Mephit, Steam MephitType: Elemental. First published in White Dwarf #13 (June/July 1979) under the names of fire imp, molten imp, smoke imp and steam imp, respectively (not including ice and mist mephits), originally submitted by M. Stollery. [96] These "imps" were voted among the top ten monsters from the magazine's "Fiend Factory" column in 1980. [64]
Merfolk 218Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), Supplement II: Blackmoor (1975), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)Type: Humanoid (Merfolk)
Merrow 219Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993)Type: Monstrosity
Mimic 220Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 3 (2010)Type: Monstrosity. An original creation for the game's artificial underground environment, this "iconic monster" looks like a treasure chest and is designed as a trap for unwary player characters. [28] Michael Witwer et al. observed this presentation of the mimic as "redesigned from previous editions to entice more Dungeon Master use" with "an artistic facelift." [3] : 402–403 
Mind Flayer 221–222The Strategic Review #1 (1975), Supplement III: Eldritch Wizardry (1976), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Aberration. "Squid-headed humanoids", considered one of "the game's signature monsters" by Philip J. Clements. [51] : 133  Reviewer Julien Blondel described them as vile brain-eating creatures full of psionic energy. He found them delightful creatures for a sadistic Dungeon Master to use, and a useful bridge between classic game worlds and the planes, as illithids abound in both. [97]
Minotaur 223Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Monstrosity. Based on the creature from Greek mythology, [28] [31] [32] [98] but translated from a singular creature into a species. [34] In 2021, Comic Book Resources counted the minotaur as one of the "7 Underused Monster Races in Dungeons & Dragons", stating that "far from just brutal monsters. Many are lawful by nature, which means, surprisingly, Minotaurs make for some good Paladins. They also, obviously, make for some good Barbarians, Monks and Fighters. There's a lot of potential with Minotaurs. People hate and fear them, but you might be able to play that to your advantage...or fight against the stereotypes." [99] The minotaur was among the monsters featured as trading cards on the back of Amurol Products candy figure boxes. AD&D's minotaurs were also adapted into the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, with a depiction taked from the Monster Manual being used in a prototype version. [3] : 161, 163, 247 
Modrons 224–226Monster Manual II (1983), Planescape Campaign Setting (1994), Manual of the Planes (2001, web enhancement [100] ), Dragon #354 (2007), Dungeon #186 [101] (2011)Monodrone, Duodrone, Tridrone, Quadrone, PentadroneType: Construct. In his review of the Planescape Campaign Setting boxed set, Gene Alloway mentioned the modrons as an example of "the old, tired and previously foolish" which the set "breathes new life and meaning into". [102] Reviewer Scott Haring found that the "once-silly Modrons" from 1st edition AD&D were "given a new background and purpose that makes a lot more sense" in 2nd edition Planescape. [103] Philippe Tessier praised the modrons as charming little critters. [104]
Mummies 227–229Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Mummy, Mummy LordType: Undead. Based on the creature from Gothic fiction and appearances in more contemporary entertainment, a typical denizen of the Ravenloft setting. [21] [74] In his review of the Monster Manual in the British magazine White Dwarf #8 (August/September 1978), Don Turnbull noted that the mummy was revised from its previous statistics, and could now cause paralysis on sight (as a result of fear). [23]
Myconids 230–232In the Dungeons of the Slave Lords (1981), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual II (2002), Monster Manual 2 (2008)Myconid Sprout, Quaggoth Spore Servant, Myconid Adult, Myconid SovereignType: Plant. A "race of [man-sized] sentient fungus creatures", "some of which pack a mean punch", and which have the "ability to spray poisons that can disable their foes". [35]
Nagas 233–234The Strategic Review #3 (1975), Supplement IV: Gods, Demi-Gods & Heroes (1976), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), The Ruins of Myth Drannor (1993; Bone only), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume One (1994; Bone only), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual II (2002; Bone only), Monster Manual (2003), Serpent Kingdoms (2004; Bone only), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Bone Naga, Spirit Naga, Guardian NagaType: Monstrosity. Based on the nāga from Indian mythology. [31]
Nightmare 235Monster Manual (1977), Creature Catalogue (1986), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991), Creature Catalog (1993), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Fiend
Nothic236 Miniatures Handbook (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)Type: Aberration
Ogre 237–238Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Fiend Folio (1981; Ogrillon only), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Greyhawk Ruins (1990; Ogrillon only), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Dungeon #83 (2000; Ogrillon only), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Ogre, Half-Ogre (Ogrillon)Type: Giant. Large, powerful humanoid creatures, with slightly below average intelligence. [30] : 249, 257  [105] Typical bad guys in the game, [54] who can be used to teach "players about fighting big, powerful, stupid monsters, which is an iconic D&D experience". [89] : 356 
Oni 239Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975; as Ogre Mage), Monster Manual (1977; as Ogre Mage), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989; as Ogre Mage), Monstrous Manual (1993; as Ogre Mage), Monster Manual (2000; as Ogre Mage), Monster Manual (2003; as Ogre Mage), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Giant
Oozes 240–243Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Basic Set (1981, 1983; all but Black Pudding), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983; Black Pudding only), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008; Ochre Jelly and Gelatinous Cube only), Monster Manual 2 (2009; Black Pudding only), Monster Vault (2010; all but Gray Ooze), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014; Ochre Jelly only), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement; Gray Ooze only) Black Pudding, Gelatinous Cube, Gray Ooze, Ochre Jelly Type: Ooze. "D&D's large variety of monstrous oozes and slimes took their original inspiration from Irvin S. Yeathworth Jr's The Blob " movie. In the artificial dungeon environment of the game, they function as a "clean up crew". The gelatinous cube, "a living mound of gelatinous jelly", [14] : 138  was considered especially suited for that role, as it fit exactly in the standard grid for tactical combat. Considered an "iconic monster"; [28] Michael Witwer et al. observed this presentation of it as "redesigned from previous editions to entice more Dungeon Master use" with "an artistic facelift." [3] : 402–403  Ian Livingstone considered the ochre jelly one of the game's more "exotic and strange creatures". [106] SyFy Wire contributor Lisa Granshaw counted oozes among "The 9 Scariest, Most Unforgettable Monsters From Dungeons & Dragons" and found them "extremely disturbing because everything may seem fine one minute and then the next you're on the way to death." [26] D&D's slimes have served as inspiration for appearances of this kind of monster in many video games. [107]
Orcs 244–247Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Orc, Orc War Chief, Orc Eye of Gruumsh, Orog Type: Humanoid (Orc). Directly adapted from the orc in J.R.R. Tolkien's works. [28] Considered one of the "five main "humanoid" races" in AD&D by Paul Karczag and Lawrence Schick. [50] : 92  Presented as "evil" and "savage raiders" in the game. [51] : 48, 95 
Otyugh 248Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Aberration. Michael Witwer et al. observed this presentation of the otyugh as "redesigned from previous editions to entice more Dungeon Master use" with "an artistic facelift." [3] : 402–403 
Owlbear 249Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014)Type: Monstrosity. Newly created for the game early on inspired by a Hong Kong–made plastic toy, [108] [3] : 66  the owlbear was well-received as a useful and memorable monster. [44] [109] [110]
Pegasus 250Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)Type: Celestial. Taken from greek mythology, an example of the diverse cultures amalgamated into D&D. [32] [111] Part of the game from its very beginning, a pegasus was already depicted in the playtest material from 1973 for the original edition. [3] : 21 
Peryton 251Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix II (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Monster Vault: Threats to the Nentir Vale (2011), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Monstrosity
Piercer 252The Strategic Review #3 (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993)Type: Monstrosity
Pixie 253Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)Type: Fey
Pseudodragon 254Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Dragon. "a miniature dragon that also has a tail stinger" [46] Reviewer Philippe Tessier found it "very nice" and interesting when made available as a familiar. [16]
Purple Worm 255Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Monstrosity. The "dread purple worm" attacks with both ends, [93] : 268  maw and stinger. This "iconic monster" and original creation of Dungeons & Dragons is present all editions of the game. [3] : 26, 28–29 
Quaggoth 256Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Fiend Folio Appendix (1992), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Drow of the Underdark (2007)Type: Humanoid
Rakshasa 257The Strategic Review #5 (1975), Supplement IV: Gods, Demi-Gods & Heroes (1976), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Fiend. Based on the creature from Hindu mythology. [21] Humanoid fiends with tigerlike-features, Reactor magazine commentator Saladin Ahmed rated them as "ultimate badass monsters". He found a depiction sitting with pipe and smoking-jacket fitting on second thought, as the creature is so powerful it has no need to prove its dangerousness. [112]
Remorhaz 258Dragon #2 (1976), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009)Young Remorhaz, RemorhazType: Monstrosity
Revenant 259Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001)Type: Undead
Roc 260Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Monstrosity. An enormous bird, based on a mythological creature probably of Persian origin, known from Sindbad the Sailor . [33]
Roper 261The Strategic Review #2 (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Quest for the Heartstone (1984), Creature Catalogue (1986), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Creature Catalog (1993), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Monstrosity. A dangerous inhabitant of the Underdark [113] with "murderous behavior". [114] One of the original creations for the game, Witwer et al. rated them among the "iconic D&D monsters". [3] : 39, 45 
Rust Monster 262Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Monstrosity. Large armored tick-like monster which devours metals. An original invention for the game and its artificial underground world, the appearance of the rust monster was inspired by a plastic toy from Hong Kong. [115] It was ranked among the most memorable as well as obnoxious creatures in the game, terrifying to certain characters and their players not due to their ability to fight but to destroy their items. [28] [44] [116] [3] [14] Chris Sims of the on-line magazine Comics Alliance referred to the rust monster as "the most feared D&D monster". [117]
Sahuagin 263–264Supplement II: Blackmoor (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Creature Catalogue (1986; as Shark-kin), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Creature Catalog (1993; as Shark-kin), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Sahuagin, Sahuagin Priestess, Sahuagin BaronType: Humanoid (Sahuagin)
Salamanders 265–266Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Fiend Folio (1981; Fire Snake only), D&D Companion Rules (1984), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008) Fire Snake, SalamanderType: Elemental
Satyr 267Supplement IV: Gods, Demi-Gods & Heroes (1976), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Fey. Based on the satyr from classical sources. [28]
Scarecrow 268Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Greyhawk Appendix (1990), Monstrous Manual (1993), Dungeon #84 (2001), Dragon #355 (2007), Monster Manual 3 (2010)Type: Construct
Shadow 269Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 3 (2010)Type: Undead. Rob Bricken of io9 identified the shadow as one of "The 12 Most Obnoxious Dungeons & Dragons Monsters". [116]
Shambling Mound 270The Strategic Review #3 (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Plant. Ben Woodard considered its ability to move "the base creepiness of the creep". [57]
Shield Guardian 271Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Construct
Skeletons 272–273Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014), Player's Handbook (2014)Skeleton, Minotaur Skeleton, Warhorse SkeletonType: Undead. The skeleton was ranked second among the ten best low-level monsters by the authors of Dungeons & Dragons For Dummies: "introduces players to the special advantages and weaknesses of undead monsters". They also thank Ray Harryhausen for people knowing what fighting skeletons ought to look like. [89] Screen Rant ranked the tiny skeleton one of the weakest D&D creatures, saying "[skeletons] go all the way down to Tiny-sized creatures, which means that it is possible for your party of adventurers to fight a group of skeletons that are the same size as action figures." [35]
Slaadi 274–278Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Red Slaad, Slaad Tadpole, Blue Slaad, Green Slaad, Gray Slaad, Death SlaadType: Aberration. Ed Greenwood considered the slaadi "worthy additions to any campaign". [82] GameSpy author Allan Rausch described the slaadi as "remorseless reptilian killing machines", but "For many years, slaad were a joke -- because of their artwork", which showed them as "six-foot tall carnivorous frogs". With the Planescape setting they "were reinterpreted artistically to be less frog-like and much more fearsome". [94] Shannon Applecline considered the githzerai one of the game's especially notable monsters. [56] : 38 
Specter 279Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Fiend Folio (1981; Poltergeist), D&D Companion Rules (1984; Poltergeist), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989; Poltergeist), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Specter, PoltergeistType: Undead. Inspired by Gothic fiction, a typical denizen of the Ravenloft setting. [21]
Sphinxes 280–282Supplement IV: Gods, Demi-Gods & Heroes (1976), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Master Rules (1985), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Androsphinx, GynosphinxType: Monstrosity. Based on Egyptian and Classical mythology, an example of the diverse cultures amalgamated into D&D. [32] [111]
Sprite 283Monster Manual (1977), D&D Basic Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Fey
Stirge 284Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Beast. Flying and blood-sucking creatures. [12] "[P]esky" because while small they are dangerous to characters as a swarm. Present in the game since its earliest edition. [3] : 44 
Succubus/Incubus 284–285Supplement III: Eldritch Wizardry (1976), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Immortals Rules (1986; as Whispering Demon), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991; as Tanar'ri), Wrath of the Immortals (1992; as Whispering Lesser Fiend), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994; as Tanar'ri), Monster Manual (2000; as Demon), Monster Manual (2003; as Demon), Monster Manual (2008; as Devil), Monster Vault (2010; as Devil)Type: Fiend. Typical example of a demon, belonging to the "standard repertoire of "Monsters"", [31] and one of those contributing to the moral panic; [14] : 106  [56] also an instance of the sexist tropes the game draws on which presented female sexuality as inherently dangerous. [51] : 17, 94  Rob Bricken of io9 identified the succubus as one of "The 12 Most Obnoxious Dungeons & Dragons Monsters". [116]
Tarrasque 286–287Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Monstrosity. Ranked among the strongest monsters in the game by Scott Baird from Screen Rant , "the ultimate challenge for many players". [35] Rob Bricken from io9 named the tarrasque as the 10th most memorable D&D monster. [44] The tarrasque appeared on the 2018 Screen Rant top list at No. 5 on " Dungeons & Dragons: The 20 Most Powerful Creatures, Ranked", and Scott Baird highlighted that "The tarrasque is currently the most powerful creature in the 5th edition of Dungeons & Dragons, where it is matched only by Tiamat in terms of its combat prowess." [118]
Thri-Kreen 288Monster Cards Set 2 (1982), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Dark Sun Monstrous Compendium Appendix II: Terrors Beyond Tyr (1995), Monster Manual II (2002), Monster Manual 3 (2010), Spelljammer: Adventures in Space (2022)Type: Humanoid (Thri-Kreen). "Praying mantis man" with four arms and a poisonous bite, [119] "invented by Paul Reiche III for the AD&D Monster Cards Set 2 (1982)", [120] reviewer Mark Theurer considered them an "old personal favorite". [121] With their additional limbs and specialized chatkcha and gythka weapons, thri-kreen were infamous as player characters optimized to do extreme amounts of damage. J.R. Zambrano found them "an interesting race" and preferred their "2nd Edition aesthetic" to others. [122]
Treant 289Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Plant. Based on the Ent by J. R. R. Tolkien, [28] [56] : 27  and renamed due to copyright reasons. [3] : 71 
Troglodyte 290Monster Manual (1977), D&D Basic Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid (Troglodyte). Based on the stock character of the primitive caveman, Gary Gygax portrayed the troglodyte in the game as more monstrous, with chaotic and evil behaviour, offensive smell and lizard-like characteristics. [123] The troglodyte was among the monsters featured as trading cards on the back of Amurol Products candy figure boxes. [3] : 161, 163 
Troll 291Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Giant. Tall green-skinned [124] evil gaunt humanoids. A characteristic denizen of AD&D worlds. [58] Their appearance and powerful regenerative ability is taken from Three Hearts and Three Lions by Poul Anderson rather than from their mythological or Tolkienesque counterparts. [28] [33] Considered one of the "five main "humanoid" races" in AD&D by Paul Karczag and Lawrence Schick. [50] : 92 
Umber Hulk 292Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Creature Catalogue (1986; as Hulker), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Creature Catalog (1993; as Hulker), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Monstrosity. Present in the game since the earliest edition. [3] : 45 
Unicorn 293–294Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Celestial. Based on the creature from medieval bestiaries. [28] [21] The Dungeons & Dragons animated series featured Uni the unicorn as a well-received "mascot" and "cute animal sidekick". [125]
Vampires 295–298Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Vampire, Vampire SpawnType: Undead. Depiction is related to those in 1930s and 1940s Hollywood Dracula movies, [28] as well as folklore [74] and Gothic fiction; a typical denizen of the Ravenloft setting, [21] [58] and "classic" monster of the game. [16]
Water Weird 299Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual II (2002)Type: Elemental. An "old personal favorite" of reviewer Mark Theurer. [121]
Wight 300Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Undead. Thin humanoid undead. [126] Directly adapted from the barrow-wight in Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings , [28] [56] : 27  while the concept is inspired Icelandic sagas. [20] Rob Bricken of io9 identified the wight as one of "The 12 Most Obnoxious Dungeons & Dragons Monsters". [116]
Will-o'-Wisp 301Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Undead
Wraith 302Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010)Type: Undead. Inspired by and renamed from the Nazgul from J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium, [127] as well as by Gothic fiction, a typical denizen of the Ravenloft setting. [21]
Wyvern 303Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Dragon. Its tail is equipped with a poisonous tail stinger. [46]
Xorn 304Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009)Type: Elemental
Yeti 305–306The Strategic Review #3 (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Oriental Adventures (2001), Frostburn (2004), Monster Manual 3 (2010)Yeti, Abominable YetiType: Monstrosity
Yuan-ti 307–310Dwellers of the Forbidden City (1981), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement; all but Abomination)Yuan-ti Abomination, Yuan-ti Malison, Yuan-ti PurebloodType: Monstrosity, Humanoid. A species of "cult-like snake people" [128] and among "D&D's most popular and iconic monsters". [129] The original yuan-ti castes were the abominations, the halfbreeds, and the purebloods, which first appeared in the module Dwellers of the Forbidden City (1981), [130] [131] [132] In the adventure, the characters are hired to find an object taken to a lost oriental-style city, which has been taken over by a cult of snake-worshipers, the yuan-ti, and their servants, the mongrelmen and tasloi. [50] : 101  The types have been summarized by A.V. Club as "a human-eating snake, or human-snake hybrid eater of humans and snakes, or other human-snake hybrids." [133] Snakes and snake-worship used in fiction have been criticized as characteristic of Orientalism. [134] The publication history, digital and print, of yuan-ti falls into this pattern as they serve as uncomplicated antagonists in "exotic" settings. [30] [135] [136] Graeme Barber, a game designer noted for his critique of racism in Dungeons & Dragons, [137] used yuan-ti in his contribution to the book Candlekeep Mysteries. Controversy arose after Wizards of the Coast, according to Barber, altered his depiction of yuan-ti. [138] Summarizing his critique of the simplistic portrayal, Barber wrote, "Yuan-ti are evil because evil." [139] Keith Ammann, in his 2019 book The Monsters Know What They're Doing , commented of the yuan-ti purebloods that "Yuan-ti have had hundreds of generations to live and adapt on their own, so they'll have the same self-preservation instinct as any evolved species." [30] TheGamer.com in April 2021 listed the yuan-ti pureblood as #2 on their list of "10 Most Underrated Races That Are Better Than You Think". [140] CBR.com listed the yuan-ti pure blood as #5 on their list of "Top 10 Playable Species In D&D". [141]
Yugoloths 311–314 Vault of the Drow (1978; Mezzoloth, as Mezzodaemon, and Nycaloth, as Nycadaemon, only), Fiend Folio (1981; Mezzoloth, as Mezzodaemon, and Nycaloth, as Nycadaemon, only), Monster Manual II (1983; Arcanaloth, as Arcanadaemon, and Ultroloth, as Ultrodaemon), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994), Manual of the Planes (2001; all but Arcanaloth), Monster Manual II (2002; Arcanaloth only), Monster Manual III (2004; all but Arcanaloth), Arcanaloth, Mezzoloth, Nycaloth, UltrolothType: Fiend (Yugoloth)
Zombies 315–316Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014), Player's Handbook (2014)Zombie, Ogre Zombie, Beholder ZombieType: Undead. Based on the zombie from folklore as well as more contemporary entertainment. [74]
Ape317Type: Beast
Awakened Shrub317Type: Plant
Awakened Tree317Type: Plant
Axe Beak 317Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Two (1995), Arms and Equipment Guide (2003)Type: Beast
Baboon318Type: Beast
Badger318Type: Beast
Bat318Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Black Bear318Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Blink Dog 318Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)Type: Fey
Blood Hawk319Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Fiend Folio (2003)Type: Beast
Boar319Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Brown Bear319Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Camel320Type: Beast
Cat320Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Constrictor Snake320Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Crab320Type: Beast
Crocodile320Player's Handbook (2014), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Beast
Death Dog321Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993)Type: Monstrosity. White Dwarf reviewer Jamie Thomson commented on the death dog, which is "rumored to be a descendant of Cerberus". [142]
Deer321Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Beast
Dire Wolf 321Monster Manual (1977), D&D Basic Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Draft Horse321Type: Beast
Eagle322Type: Beast
Elephant322Type: Beast
Elk322Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Beast
Flying Snake322Type: Beast
Frog322Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Giant Ape323Type: Beast
Giant Badger323Type: Beast
Giant Bat323Type: Beast. The giant bat is exactly what its name would suggest—a giant form of bat with a 6' wingspan. White Dwarf reviewer Jamie Thomson commented on the giant bat, noting that it "seems an obvious choice for D&D". [142]
Giant Boar323Type: Beast
Giant Centipede323Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Beast
Giant Constrictor Snake324Type: Beast
Giant Crab324Type: Beast
Giant Crocodile324Type: Beast
Giant Eagle 324Monster Manual (1977), Creature Catalogue (1986), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Creature Catalog (1993), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Giant Elk325Type: Beast
Giant Fire Beetle325Supplement II: Blackmoor (1975), D&D Basic Set (1977, 1981, 1983), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Beast
Giant Frog 325Supplement II: Blackmoor (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Return to the Temple of Elemental Evil (2001), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Beast
Giant Goat326Type: Beast
Giant Hyena326Type: Beast
Giant Lizard326Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Beast
Giant Octopus326Type: Beast
Giant Owl327Monster Manual (1977), Creature Catalogue (1986), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Creature Catalog (1993), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)Type: Beast
Giant Poisonous Snake327Type: Beast
Giant Rat327Giant Rat, Diseased Giant RatsType: Beast
Giant Scorpion327Type: Beast. Scorpions have the distinction of having been the very first combat encounter in the first playtest, run by Gary Gygax, of the original version of the game. [14] : 65–66  Scorpion the size of a horse, its stinger carries a deadly poison. [48] : 148–149 
Giant Sea Horse328Type: Beast
Giant Shark328Type: Beast
Giant Spider328Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014), Player's Handbook (2014), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Beast
Giant Toad329Type: Beast
Giant Vulture329Type: Beast
Giant Wasp329Type: Beast
Giant Weasel329Type: Beast
Giant Wolf Spider330Type: Beast
Goat330Type: Beast
Hawk330Type: Beast
Hunter Shark330Type: Beast
Hyena331Type: Beast
Jackal331Type: Beast
Killer Whale331Type: Beast
Lion331Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Lizard332Type: Beast
Mammoth332Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Frostburn (2004)Type: Beast
Mastiff332Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Mule333Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Octopus333Type: Beast
Owl333Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Panther333Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Phase Spider 334Supplement I: Greyhawk (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009)Type: Monstrosity. Arachnid as big as a medium-large dog that can shift between dimensions and bite with fangs of deadly poison. [48] : 148–149 
Poisonous Snake334Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Polar Bear334Polar Bear, Cave BearType: Beast
Pony335Type: Beast
Quipper335Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Manual (1993)Type: Beast
Rat335Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Raven335Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Reef Shark336Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Rhinoceros336Type: Beast
Riding Horse336Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Saber-Toothed Tiger336D&D Basic Set (1981, 1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989; as Smilodon), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993; as Smilodon), Frostburn (2004)Type: Beast
Scorpion337Type: Beast
Sea Horse337Type: Beast
Spider337Type: Beast
Swarm of Bats337Type: Beast
Swarm of Insects338Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Swarm of Insects, Swarm of Beetles, Swarm of Centipedes, Swarm of Spiders, Swarm of WaspsType: Beast
Swarm of Poisonous Snakes338Type: Beast
Swarm of Quippers338Type: Beast
Swarm of Rats339Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Beast
Swarm of Ravens339Type: Beast
Tiger339Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Vulture339Type: Beast
Warhorse340Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Weasel340Type: Beast
Winter Wolf 340–341Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009)Type: Monstrosity
Wolf341Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014), Player's Handbook (2014)Type: Beast
Worg 341Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)Type: Monstrosity. Worgs are giant wolves inspired by the wargs in the works of J.R.R. Tolkien; the name was changed for legal reasons, while both word an concept ultimately go back to Old Norse idea of varg , which can refer to wolves in their violent aspect. [20]
Acolyte342Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid
Archmage342Type: Humanoid
Assassin343Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid
Bandit343–344Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Bandit, PirateType: Humanoid
Bandit Captain344Bandit Captain, Pirate CaptainType: Humanoid
Berserker344Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid
Commoner345Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid
Cultist345Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set (2014), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid
Cult Fanatic345Type: Humanoid
Druid 346Type: Humanoid
Gladiator346–347Type: Humanoid
Guard347Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid
Knight347Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid
Mage 347Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid
Noble348Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid
Priest348Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid
Scout349Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid
Spy349Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid
Thug350Type: Humanoid
Tribal Warrior350Type: Humanoid
Veteran350Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014, online supplement)Type: Humanoid

A96070000 – The Rise of Tiamat (2014)

The Rise of Tiamat is the second adventure module for the 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons line, following Hoard of the Dragon Queen. [143] It contains statistics for some of the monsters described in the module in Appendix A; the rest are in an online supplement. [144]

ISBN   978-0-7869-6565-6

CreaturePageOther AppearancesVariantsDescription
Troll 30, Online Supplement 24Dungeons & Dragons set (1974), D&D Basic Set (1977), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Expert Set (1981, 1983), Fiend Folio (1981; Ice Troll), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991), Monstrous Compendium – Fiend Folio Appendix (1992; Ice Troll), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Dragon #301 (2002; Ice Troll), Unapproachable East (2003; Ice Troll), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Monster Manual (2014) Ice Troll
Animated Tile Creature42
Dragonclaw 89Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014)
Dragonfang 89
Dragonsoul 89
Dragonwing 90Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014)
Guard Drake90Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014)
Ice Toad90Monster Manual (1977), Frostburn (2004)
Naergoth Bladelord 90–91
Neronvain 91
Rath Modar91Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014)
Severin92
Tiamat 92–93 Greyhawk set (1975) (as the Chromatic Dragon), Monster Manual (1977), Dragon #38 (1980), Monster Mythology (1992), Polyhedron #73 (1992), Dragon #272 (2000), Manual of the Planes (2001), Deities and Demigods (2002), Miniatures Handbook (2003) (Aspect of Tiamat), Draconomicon: Chromatic Dragons (2008)

B24360000 – Princes of the Apocalypse (2015)

Princes of the Apocalypse is the third adventure module for the 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons line. [145] It contains statistics for some of the monsters described in the module in Chapter 7; the rest are in an online supplement. [146]

ISBN   978-0-7869-6578-6

CreaturePageOther AppearancesVariantsDescription
Howling Hatred Cultists189–193Feathergale Knight, Howling Hatred Initiate, Howling Hatred Priest, Hurricane, Skyweaver, Thurl Merosska, Windharrow, Aerisi Kalinoth
Black Earth Cultists194–199Black Earth Guard, Black Earth Priest, Burrowshark, Sacred Stone Monk, Stonemelder, Hellenrae, Miraj Vizann, Marlos Urnrayle
Eternal Flame Cultists200–203Eternal Flame Guardian, Eternal Flame Priest, Flamewrath, Razerblast, Bastian Thermandar, Elizar Dryflagon, Vanifer
Crushing Wave Cultists204–209Crushing Wave Priest, Crushing Wave Reaver, Dark Tide Knight, Fathomer, One-Eyed Shiver, Shoalar Quanderil, Gar Shatterkeel
Drannin Splithelm 209
Ghald 209–210
Grumink the Renegade210–211
Oreioth211
Wiggan Nettlebee 211
Elemental Myrmidons212–213Air Elemental Myrmidon, Earth Elemental Myrmidon, Fire Elemental Myrmidon, Water Elemental Myrmidon
Princes of Elemental Evil 214–221 Fiend Folio (1981), Planescape Monstrous Compendium Appendix III (1998), Dragon #347 (2006), Monster Manual 3 (2010; Imix and Ogrémoch only) Imix, Ogrémoch, Olhydra, Yan-C-Bin

B24390000 – Out of the Abyss (2015)

Out of the Abyss is the fourth adventure module for the 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons line. [145] It contains statistics for the new monsters described in the module in Appendix C, and statistics for Demon Lords in Appendix D.

ISBN   978-0-7869-6581-6

CreaturePageOther AppearancesVariantsDescription
Derro 224–225The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth (1982), Monster Manual II (1983), Greyhawk Ruins (1990), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 3 (2010)Derro Savant
Ixitxachitl 225–226Supplement II: Blackmoor (1975), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Master Rules (1985; as Devilfish), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991; as Devilfish), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual II (2002), Demonomicon (2010)Ixitxachitl, Vampiric Ixitxachitl, Ixitxachitl ClericAn "old personal favorite" of reviewer Mark Theurer. [121]
Duergar226–228Duergar Darkhaft, Duergar Kavalrachni, Duergar Keeper of the Flame, Duergar Soulblade, Duergar Stone Guard, Duergar Xarrorn"the infamous dark dwarves", [147] an "evil and avaricious" dwarven subrace [148] : 152  with psionic powers. [149] ComicBook.com contributor Christian Hoffer considered the struggle of the duergar with their dwarven cousins one "of the great conflicts that make up the D&D multiverse". [66] Backstab reviewer Michaël Croitoriu found the duergar interesting as a player character option. [54]
Spore Servants 228–229Chuul Spore Servant, Drow Spore Servant, Duergar Spore Servant, Hook Horror Spore Servant
Troglodyte229Troglodyte Champion of Laogzed
Awakened Zurkhwood230
Bridesmaid of Zuggtmoy230
Chamberlain of Zuggtmoy230–231
Steeders231Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993)Female Steeder, Male Steeder
Droki231–232
Grisha232
Narrak232
The Pudding King233
Yestabrod233
Baphomet 234–235The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth (1982), Monster Manual II (1983), Monster Mythology (1992), Fiendish Codex I: Hordes of the Abyss (2006), Dragon #369 (2008)
Demogorgon 236–237Supplement III: Eldritch Wizardry (1976), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Immortals Rules (1986), Monster Mythology (1992), Book of Vile Darkness (2002), Fiendish Codex I: Hordes of the Abyss (2006), Monster Manual 2 (2009)Inspired by its real-world mythological counterpart. [3] : 52 
Fraz-Urb'luu 238–239The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth (1982), Monster Manual II (1983), Fiendish Codex I: Hordes of the Abyss (2006), Dungeon #208 (2012)
Graz'zt 240–241The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth (1982), Monster Manual II (1983), Iuz the Evil (1993), Planes of Chaos (1994), For Duty & Deity (1998), Book of Vile Darkness (2002), Fiendish Codex I: Hordes of the Abyss (2006), Dragon #360 (2007), Manual of the Planes (2008)
Juiblex 242–243Monster Manual (1977), Monster Mythology (1992), Book of Vile Darkness (2002), Fiendish Codex I: Hordes of the Abyss (2006), Dungeon #188 (2011)
Orcus 244–245Supplement III: Eldritch Wizardry (1976), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Immortals Rules (1986), Dungeon #89 (2001), Book of Vile Darkness (2002), Fiendish Codex I: Hordes of the Abyss (2006), Monster Manual (2008)Inspired by its real-world mythological counterpart. [3] : 52 
Yeenoghu 246–247Monster Manual (1977), Monster Mythology (1992), Book of Vile Darkness (2002), Fiendish Codex I: Hordes of the Abyss (2006), Dragon #364 (2008)
Zuggtmoy 248–249 The Temple of Elemental Evil (1985), Dragon #337 (2005), Fiendish Codex I: Hordes of the Abyss (2006), Demonomicon (2010)

B65170000 – Curse of Strahd (2016)

Curse of Strahd is the fifth adventure module for the 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons line. [150] It contains statistics for the new monsters described in the module in Appendix D.

ISBN   978-0-7869-6598-4

CreaturePageOther AppearancesVariantsDescription
Animated Objects 225–227Baba Lysaga's Creeping Hut, Broom of Animated Attack, Guardian Portrait, Strahd's Animated Armor
Baba Lysaga228–229
Barovian Witch229
Tree Blight230
Ezmerelda d'Avenir 230–231
Izek Strazni231–232
Kasimir Velikov232–233
Madam Eva233–234 Ravenloft (1983), House of Strahd (1993), Ravenloft Gazetteer Volume I (2002), Expedition to Castle Ravenloft (2006)
Mongrelfolk 234 Dwellers of the Forbidden City (1981), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Fiend Folio (2003)
Phantom Warrior235Monster Manual (2008)
Pidlwick II235–236
Rahadin 236–237
Rictavio 238
Strahd von Zarovich 239–240Ravenloft (1983), Ravenloft II: The House on Gryphon Hill (1986), Ravenloft: Realm of Terror (1990), House of Strahd (1993), Ravenloft Campaign Setting (1994), Ravenloft: Domains of Dread (1997), Ravenloft: Secrets of the Dread Realms (2001), Ravenloft Gazetteer Volume I (2002), Expedition to Castle Ravenloft (2006), Open Grave: Secrets of the Undead (2009)
Strahd Zombie241Ravenloft (1983), Ravenloft: Realm of Terror (1990), Monstrous Compendium – Ravenloft Appendix III (1994), Ravenloft Gazetteer Volume I (2002), Ravenloft: Denizens of Dread (2004), Expedition to Castle Ravenloft (2006), Open Grave: Secrets of the Undead (2009)
Vladimir Horngaard 241–242
Wereraven242Monstrous Compendium – Ravenloft Appendix (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium – Ravenloft Appendices I & II (1996), Ravenloft: Denizens of Darkness (2002), Ravenloft: Denizens of Dread (2004)

B86690000 – Storm King's Thunder (2016)

Storm King's Thunder is the sixth adventure module for the 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons line. [151] It contains statistics for the new monsters described in the module in Appendix C.

ISBN   978-0-7869-6600-4

CreaturePageOther AppearancesVariantsDescription
Crag Cat240
Hulking Crab240
Iymrith the Dragon241Ancient Blue Dragon
Maegera the Dawn Titan241
Purple Wormling242
Tressym242–243
Uthgardt Shaman243–244
Yakfolk Warrior244
Yakfolk Priest245

B86820000 – Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)

Volo's Guide to Monsters introduces nearly 100 monsters to the 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons line. [152] The book features a preface on page 4, a chapter on monster lore on pages 5–102, a chapter on character races on pages 103–120, new monster descriptions on pages 121–206, an appendix of Assorted Beasts on pages 207–208, a second appendix of Nonplayer Characters on pages 209–220, and a third appendix of Monster Lists on pages 221–224.

ISBN   978-0-7869-6601-1

CreaturePageOther AppearancesVariantsDescription
Mind Flayers 71, 171–175Dungeon #24 (1990; Ulitharid), Menzoberranzan (1992; Alhoon), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume One (1994; Ulitharid), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Three (1996; Alhoon), The Illithiad (1998; Alhoon, Elder Brain, Ulitharid), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001; Alhoon), Lords of Madness: The Book of Aberrations (2005; Alhoon, Elder Brain, Ulitharid)Mind Flayer Psion, Alhoon, Mind Flayer Lich (Illithilich), Elder Brain, Ulitharid An alhoon is even more powerful than other illithids because it has developed "powerful sorcery to augment their already fearsome psionic powers". [153] An elder brain is a 10-foot-diameter (3.0 m) brain with immense psionic abilities; the center of an illithid community. A version of a brain in a jar, it was ranked among the strongest monsters in the game by Scott Baird from Screen Rant . [35] [118]
Yuan-ti 96, 202–206Dragon #151 (1989; Broodguard, as Histachii), Monstrous Compendium – Kara-Tur Appendix (1990; Broodguard, as Histachii), Monstrous Manual (1993; Broodguard, as Histachii), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001; Broodguard), Fiend Folio (2003; Anathema), Ghostwalk (2003; Broodguard, as template), Monster Manual (2008; Anathema)Yuan-ti Malison Variants (Type 4, Type 5), Yuan-ti Anathema, Yuan-ti Broodguard, Yuan-ti Mind Whisperer, Yuan-ti Nightmare Speaker, Yuan-ti Pit Master
Banderhobb122Monster Manual 3 (2010) Paste magazine reviewer Cameron Kunzelmann found the banderhobb an inventive and "super weird" monster beyond the game's staples. [154]
Barghest 123Dragon #26 (1979), Monster Manual II (1983), Planescape Campaign Setting (1994), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009), Dead in Thay (2014)
Beholders 124–126Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989; Gauth), The Ruins of Undermountain (1991; Death Kiss), Monstrous Manual (1993; Death Kiss and Gauth), I, Tyrant (1996; Death Kiss and Gauth), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001; Death Kiss and Gazer, as Eyeball), Monster Manual (2003; Gauth), Dragon Compendium Volume 1 (2005; Death Kiss, as Bleeder), Mysteries of the Moonsea (2006; Gazer, as Eyeball), Monster Vault (2010; Gauth)Death Kiss, Gauth, Gazer, Gazer FamiliarA "creature that looks at you and is destroying you by the power of its magical eyes". [155] A terrible beast, but depicted as "a cuddly rosy ball with too many eyes". [156] Designed to counter magic-using characters while being a formidable opponent for a whole party due to its versatility. [28] Considered one of "the game's signature monsters" by Philip J. Clements. [51] : 133  A "classic", [16] "iconic", as well as "one of the most feared and fearsome monsters of the game", present through all editions. [3] : 5, 40–41, 65 
Bodak 127The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth (1982), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)
Boggle 128Secret of the Slavers Stockade (1981), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Two (1995), Monster Manual II (2002), Monster Vault: Threats to the Nentir Vale (2011)
Catoblepas 129The Strategic Review #7 (1976), Supplement III: Eldritch Wizardry (1976), Monster Manual (1977), D&D Master Rules (1985; as Nekrozon), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Dungeons & Dragons Rules Cyclopedia (1991; as Nekrozon), Monstrous Manual (1993), Dragon #299 (2002), Monster Manual II (2002), Monster Manual 3 (2010) David M. Ewalt described it as "an overweight buffalo with stumpy legs, a giraffe-like neck, and a warthog's head". [14] : 138  An "old personal favorite" of reviewer Mark Theurer. [121] Black Gate editor Howard Andrew Jones remarked on their presence throughout the game's history. [157]
Cave Fisher 130 Slave Pits of the Undercity (1980), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Dragon #355 (2007), Monster Manual 3 (2010)
Chitines 131–132Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix II (1991), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume One (1994), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Underdark (2003), Monster Manual 3 (2010)Chitine, Choldrith
Cranium Rats133Planescape Campaign Setting (1994), The Illithiad (1998), Fiend Folio (2003; as Swarm, Cranium Rat Swarm)Cranium Rat, Swarm of Cranium RatsRanked among the weakest monsters in the game by Scott Baird from Screen Rant . [35] Only in higher numbers do they become more intelligent, psionic, and dangerous.
Darklings 134Fiend Folio (1981; as Dark Creeper and Dark Stalker), Monstrous Compendium – Fiend Folio Appendix (1992; as Dark Creeper and Dark Stalker), Fiend Folio (2003; as Dark Ones), Keep on the Shadowfell (2008; as Dark One), Monster Manual (2008; as Dark One)Darkling, Darkling Elder
Deep Scion135
Demons 136–137Monster Manual II (1983; Babau), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991; Babau), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994; Babau), Book of Vile Darkness (2002; Babau), Monster Manual II (2002; Maw, as Abyssal Maw), Monster Manual (2003; Babau), Dungeon #112 (2004; Shoosuva), Monster Manual 3 (2010; Babau, Maw), Monster Vault (2010; Babau) Babau, Maw Demon, Shoosuva
Devourer 138Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix III (1998), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008)A giant skeleton that is holding a small figure prisoner in their ribcage, this creature is highlighted by reviewer Kaneda for characters to steer away from. [158]
Dinosaurs 139–140Monster Manual (1977; Brontosaurus, Stegosaurus), Monster Manual II (1983; Deinonychus, Dimetrodon), Creature Catalogue (1986; Brontosaurus), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989; Brontosaurus, Deinonychus, Dimetrodron, Stegosaurus), Monstrous Manual (1993; Deinonychus, Stegosaurus), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Two (1995; Brontosaurus, Dimetrodon), Monster Manual (2000; Deinonychus), Monster Manual II (2002; Quetzalcoatlus), Monster Manual (2003; Deinonychus)Brontosaurus, Deinonychus, Dimetrodon, Hadrosaurus, Quetzalcoatlus, Stegosaurus, Velociraptor
Draegloth 141Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Drow of the Underdark (2007), Forgotten Realms Campaign Guide (2008)
Firenewts 142–143Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Three (1996), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001)Firenewt Warrior, Giant Strider, Firenewt Warlock of Imix
Flail Snail 144Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Greyhawk Appendix (1990)Shannon Applecline considered the flail snail one of the "silly monsters" of the game. [56] : 38  CJ Miozzi included the flail snail on The Escapist's list of "The Dumbest Dungeons & Dragons Monsters Ever (And How To Use Them)". [159] Paste magazine reviewer Cameron Kunzelmann found it an inventive and "super weird" monster beyond the game's staples. [154]
Froghemoth 145 Expedition to the Barrier Peaks (1980), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Two (1995), Dungeon #128 (2005)Reviewer Cameron Kunzelmann found the froghemoth, a large amphibious predator, a straightforward monster without need for detailed background. [154]
Giants 146–151Cloud Giant Smiling One, Fire Giant Dreadnought, Frost Giant Everlasting One, Mouth of Grolantor, Stone Giant Dreamwalker, Storm Giant Quintessent
Girallon152Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 3 (2010)
Gnolls 153–155Fiend Folio (1981; Flind), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989; Flind), Monstrous Manual (1993; Flind), Monster Manual III (2004; Flind), Monster Manual 2 (2009; Witherling) Flind, Gnoll Flesh Gnawer, Gnoll Hunter, Gnoll Witherling
Grungs156–157 Greyhawk Adventures (1988), Monstrous Compendium – Greyhawk Appendix (1990)Grung, Grung Elite Warrior, Grung Wildling"selfish, simple-minded frog people" [128] based on poisonous frogs [160]
Guard Drake158Monster Manual (2008), Monster Vault (2010), Hoard of the Dragon Queen (2014), The Rise of Tiamat (2014)Guard Drake, Chromatic Guard Drakes
Hags 159–160 The Forgotten Temple of Tharizdun (1982; Annis), Monster Manual II (1983; Annis), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989; Annis), Monstrous Manual (1993; Annis), Spellbound (1995; Bheur), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume One (1994; Bheur), Monster Manual (2000; Annis), Unapproachable East (2003; Bheur), Monster Manual (2003; Annis)Annis Hag, Bheur Hag
Hobgoblins 161–162Hobgoblin Devastator, Hobgoblin Iron Shadow
Ki-rin 163–164Supplement III: Eldritch Wizardry (1976), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), The Complete Psionics Handbook (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Oriental Adventures (2001)Based on the kirin from Japanese mythology, [31] an example of the diverse cultures amalgamated into D&D. [111] Black Gate reviewer Howard Andrew Jones called them "old stalwarts" of the game. [157]
Kobolds 165–167Monster Manual (2008; Kobold Dragonshield), Monster Vault (2010; Kobold Dragonshield)Kobold Dragonshield, Kobold Inventor, Kobold Scale Sorcerer
Korred 168 Monster Cards (1981), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume One (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993; as Satyr, Korred)Based on the korred from Breton mythology. [161]
Leucrotta 169Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), City of Splendors: Waterdeep (2005)
Meenlock 170Fiend Folio (1981), Greyhawk Ruins (1990), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Two (1995), Monster Manual II (2002), Monster Manual 3 (2010)
Mindwitness 176Underdark (2003)
Morkoth 177–178Supplement II: Blackmoor (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual II (2002) Paste magazine reviewer Cameron Kunzelmann found the morkoth an inventive and "super weird" monster beyond the game's staples. [154]
Neogi 179–180 Spelljammer: AD&D Adventures in Space (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual II (2002), Lords of Madness: The Book of Aberrations (2005)Neogi Hatchling, Neogi, Neogi Master
Neothelid 181The Illithiad (1998), Psionics Handbook (2001), Expanded Psionics Handbook (2004)
Nilbog 182Fiend Folio (1981)
Orcs 183–186Hellgate Keep (1998; Tanarukk), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001; Tanarukk)Orc Blade of Ilneval, Orc Claw of Luthic, Orc Hand of Yurtrus, Orc Nurtured One of Yurtrus, Orc Red Fang of Shargaas, Tanarukk
Quickling 187Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium – Greyhawk Appendix (1990), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Two (1995), Monster Manual (2008)Small, intelligent, chaotic and speedy, it appeared on Geek.com's list of "The most underrated monsters of Advanced Dungeons & Dragons". [42]
Redcap188Monster Manual III (2004)
Sea Spawn189
Shadow Mastiff 190Monster Manual II (1983), Tales of the Lance (1992), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Three (1996), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)Shadow Mastiff, Shadow Mastiff Alpha
Slithering Tracker191The Strategic Review #5 (1975), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993)Intelligent stealthy jelly creature. Either evolved from simpler relatives, or persons magically transfigured [162] "by hags and liches into a blobby puddle of remains" motivated by revenge. Reviewer Zack Furniss saw the monster on the "more horrific side of D&D" and observed: "even once they've found their vengeance, they're still a nasty blob and often go insane because they can't find satiation or communicate. Grim stuff." [163]
Spawn of Kyuss 192Fiend Folio (1981; as Son of Kyuss), Monstrous Compendium – Greyhawk Appendix (1990; as Son of Kyuss), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Three (1996; as Son of Kyuss), Living Greyhawk Journal #1 (2000; as Son of Kyuss), Monster Manual II (2002)
Tlincalli193Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix II (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993; as Manscorpion)
Trapper 194The Strategic Review #5 (1975; as Lurker), Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993)An original creation for the game's artificial underground environment, this monster was designed as a trap for unwary player characters; the trapper camouflages as a piece of floor, engulfing a victim stepping on it. [28] Rob Bricken of io9 identified the lurker and the trapper as two of "The 12 Most Obnoxious Dungeons & Dragons Monsters". [116]
Vargouille 195Monster Manual II (1983), City of Delights (1993), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)
Vegepygmies 196–197Expedition to the Barrier Peaks (1980), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Manual (1993)Vegepygmy, Vegepygmy Chief, Thorny
Wood Woad 198Monster Manual III (2004)
Xvarts 199–200Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Fiend Folio Appendix (1992), Living Greyhawk Journal #1 (2000), Dragon #339 (2006), Monster Manual 3 (2010; as Xivart)Xvart, Xvart Speakers, Xvart Warlock of Raxivort Bald, blue-skinned humanoids with orange eyes that stand only 3 feet tall. First published in White Dwarf #9 (October/November 1978) under the name of "svart", submitted by Cricky Hitchcock and "taken from The Weirdstone of Brisingamon by Alan Garner", [164] who in turn took inspiration from the Norse myth of the svartálfar. [82] It was voted among the top ten monsters from the magazine's "Fiend Factory" column and reprinted in Best of White Dwarf Articles (1980). [64] [80] [81] Forgotten Realms author Ed Greenwood considered xvarts to be redundant creatures with no unique or interesting characteristics. [82]
Yeth Hound 201Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium – Greyhawk Appendix (1990), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)
Aurochs207
Cattle207–208Fiend Folio (1981; Rothé), Monster Manual II (1983; Stench Kow), Drow of the Underdark (1991; Rothé), Monstrous Manual (1993), Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting (2001; Rothé), Fool's Grove (2009; Stench Kow)Cow, Ox, Rothé, Stench Kow Lawrence Schick described the stench kow as "a monstrous bison that smells real bad". [50] : 106–107  CJ Miozzi included the stench kow on The Escapist's list of "The Dumbest Dungeons & Dragons Monsters Ever (And How To Use Them)". [159]
Dolphin208
Swarm of Rot Grubs 208Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Dungeonscape (2007), Monster Manual 3 (2010)An original creation for the game's artificial underground environment, this monster was designed as a trap for unwary player characters: living in corpses, they infect those who disturb these dead searching for riches. [28]
Abjurer 209
Apprentice Wizard209
Archdruid 210
Archer210
Bard 211
Blackguard 211
Champion 212
Conjurer212
Diviner213
Enchanter213
Evoker214
Illusionist214
Kraken Priest215
Martial Arts Adept 216
Master Thief 216
Necromancer 217
Swashbuckler217
Transmuter218
War Priest 218
Warlock of the Archfey 219
Warlock of the Fiend219
Warlock of the Great Old One220
Warlord 220

C22070000 – Tales from the Yawning Portal (2017)

Tales from the Yawning Portal is the seventh adventure module for the 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons line. [165] It contains statistics for the new monsters described in the module in Appendix B.

ISBN   978-0-7869-6609-7

CreaturePageOther AppearancesVariantsDescription
Animated Table 230 The Forge of Fury (2000)
Barghest230Dragon #26 (1979), Monster Manual II (1983), Planescape Campaign Setting (1994), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 2 (2009), Dead in Thay (2014), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Centaur Mummy 231The Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan (1980)
Champion231Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Choker 232 The Dwarves of Rockhome (1988), Creature Catalog (1993), Monstrous Compendium – Mystara Appendix (1994), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Dead in Thay (2014)
Conjurer232Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Deathlock Wight233Keep on the Shadowfell (2008), Monster Manual (2008), Dead in Thay (2014)
Dread Warrior233Spellbound (1995), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Three (1996), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Forgotten Realms Campaign Guide (2008), Dead in Thay (2014)
Duergar Spy 234The Forge of Fury (2000)
Enchanter234Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Evoker235Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Giant Crayfish235White Plume Mountain (1979), The Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan (1980), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993)
Giant Ice Toad235
Giant Lightning Eel236
Giant Skeleton 236
Giant Subterranean Lizard236
Greater Zombie 237Tomb of Horrors (1978)
Illusionist237Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Kalka-Kylla238The Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan (1980)
Kelpie 238White Plume Mountain (1979), Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Fiend Folio (2003)
Leucrotta239Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), City of Splendors: Waterdeep (2005), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Malformed Kraken 239
Martial Arts Adept240Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Nereid 240The Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan (1980), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Stormwrack (2005)
Necromancer241Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Ooze Master241Dead in Thay (2014)
Sea Lion 242Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003; as Sea Cat)
Sharwyn Hucrele242The Sunless Citadel (2000)
Sir Braford243The Sunless Citadel (2000)
Siren243Tomb of Horrors (1978)
Tarul Var 244Dead in Thay (2014)
Tecuziztecatl245The Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan (1980)
Thayan Apprentice 245Dead in Thay (2014)
Thayan Warrior246Dead in Thay (2014)
Thorn Slinger246The Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan (1980)
Transmuter247Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Vampiric Mist247Monstrous Compendium – Greyhawk Appendix (1990), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Vault: Threats to the Nentir Vale (2011)
White Maw 248Dead in Thay (2014)
Yusdrayl 248The Sunless Citadel (2000)

C22080000 – Tomb of Annihilation (2017)

Tomb of Annihilation is the eighth adventure module for the 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons line. [166] It contains statistics for the new monsters described in the module in Appendix D.

ISBN   978-0-7869-6610-3

CreaturePageOther AppearancesVariantsDescription
Acererak 209 Tomb of Horrors (1978), Return to the Tomb of Horrors (1998), Open Grave: Secrets of the Undead (2009), Tomb of Horrors (2010), Tales from the Yawning Portal (2017)
Albino Dwarves 210Albino Dwarf Warrior, Albino Dwarf Spirit Warrior
Aldani (Lobsterfolk)210–211
Almiraj 211Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Fiend Folio Appendix (1992)Based on Al-mi'raj "in Islamic poetry, a yellow hare with a single black horn on its head." [33] Counted among the saddest, lamest creatures in Fiend Folio by artist Sean McCarthy, a hybrid creature with physiology resulting from maladaptation rather than evil. [167]
Artus Cimber 212–213
Assassin Vine 213Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)
Atropal 214–215Epic Level Handbook (2002), Monster Manual (2008)Tyler Linn of Cracked.com identified the atropal as one of "15 Idiotic Dungeons and Dragons Monsters" in 2009, describing it as "a stillborn god-fetus risen from the dead to confuse everyone at the end of 2001: A Space Odyssey ." He comments: "Despite possessing godlike powers and being metal as fuck, the Atropal at its core is still just a dead fetus. Here's a general rule for undead creatures: If the thing wasn't any kind of threat when it was alive, it's probably not going to be any more of a problem in its slower, decomposing form." [168] Screen Rant compiled a list of the game's "10 Most Powerful (And 10 Weakest) Monsters, Ranked" in 2018, calling this one of the strongest, saying "An atropal might not be the most powerful creature on this list but it is easily the most fearsome to look at." [169] The atropal appeared on the 2018 Screen Rant top list at #20 on " Dungeons & Dragons: The 20 Most Powerful Creatures, Ranked", and Scott Baird highlighted that "You may think that you can protect yourself from the negative energy aura with magic, but the atropal can cast greater dispelling at will." [170]
Bodak215The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth (1982), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Brontosaurus215Monster Manual (1977), Creature Catalogue (1986), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Two (1995), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Champion216–217Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Chwinga216–217
Deinonychus217Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Dimetrodon217Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Two (1995), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Dragonbait 217–218 Curse of the Azure Bonds (1989), Hall of Heroes (1989), Heroes' Lorebook (1996), Serpent Kingdoms – Saurials: More Lizardkin [171] (2004)
Eblis 219 The Land Beyond the Magic Mirror (1983), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993)
Firenewt219Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Three (1996), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)Firenewt Warrior, Firenewt Warlock of Imix
Flail Snail220Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Greyhawk Appendix (1990), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Flying Monkey220–221
Froghemoth221Expedition to the Barrier Peaks (1980), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Two (1995), Dungeon #128 (2005), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Giant Four-Armed Gargoyle 221
Giant Snapping Turtle222Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium – Greyhawk Appendix (1990), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Two (1995), Stormwrack (2005)
Giant Strider222Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Three (1996), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Girallon222Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 3 (2010), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Grungs223–224Greyhawk Adventures (1988), Monstrous Compendium – Greyhawk Appendix (1990), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)Grung, Grung Elite Warrior, Grung Wildling
Hadrosaurus224Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Jaculi 224–225Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Manual (1993), Serpent Kingdoms (2004)
Kamadan 225Fiend Folio (1981), Maztica Campaign Set (1991), Dungeon #136 (2006)
Kobolds226–227Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)Kobold Scale Sorcerer, Kobold Inventor
Liara Portyr227
Mantrap 227Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993)
Mwaxanaré and Na228
Pterafolk229 The Jungles of Chult (1993; as Pteraman), Villains' Lorebook (1998; as Pteraman), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Serpent Kingdoms (2004)A flying saurian folk. [128]
Quetzalcoatlus229–230Monster Manual II (2002), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Ras Nsi229–231
Stegosaurus231Monster Manual (1977), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Stone Juggernaut231Tomb of Horrors (1978), Master of the Desert Nomads (1983), Creature Catalogue (1986), Creature Catalog (1993), Monstrous Manual (1993; as Juggernaut), Monster Manual II (2002; as Juggernaut)
Su-monster232Supplement III: Eldritch Wizardry (1976), Monster Manual (1977), The Complete Psionics Handbook (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual 3 (2010)
Tabaxi 232–233Fiend Folio (1981), Fires of Zatal (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993)Tabaxi Hunter, Tabaxi Minstrel Described as a "lithe feline" race [163] and "cat person". [133] In 2020, Comic Book Resources counted the tabaxi as # 4 on the list of "10 Powerful Monster Species That You Should Play As", stating that "a Tabaxi monk with Boots of Speed and a few other speed buffs can in theory cover anywhere between 320ft per round to 253,440ft per round. Your ability to do this and break the sound barrier in-game entirely depends on how much time and leniency the DM grants you though." [25] Again referring to the 5th edition presentation, A.V. Club praised the tabaxi as an interesting player character choice, calling that they "view money as a mere tool to be used in finding the real treasure—a good story" a "great character trait," [133] while Black Gate reviewer Howard Andrew Jones called them "perennially popular". [157]
Thorny233Expedition to the Barrier Peaks (1980), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Manual (1993), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Tri-flower Frond234Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993)
Vegepygmies234–235Expedition to the Barrier Peaks (1980), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Manual (1993), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)Vegepygmy, Vegepygmy ChiefCJ Miozzi included the vegepygmy on The Escapist's list of "The Dumbest Dungeons & Dragons Monsters Ever (And How To Use Them)". [159]
Velociraptor235Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Volothamp "Volo" Geddarm 235–236Marco Volo: Arrival (1994), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Xandala 236
Yellow Musk Creeper and Zombie 237Dwellers of the Forbidden City (1981), Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium Volume Two (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Fiend Folio (2003)Yellow Musk Creeper, Yellow Musk ZombieBen Woodard found it an expression of the "seemingly endless morphology of fungal creep and toxicological capacity" within the game. [57] The Fiend Folio's illustration of the yellow musk creeper was used by Richard Garfield for the prototype of the Regrowth spell card during the development of his Magic: The Gathering game. [3] : 247 
Yuan-ti Broodguard238Dragon #151 (1989; as Histachii), Monstrous Compendium – Kara-Tur Appendix (1990; as Histachii), Monstrous Manual (1993; as Histachii), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001), Ghostwalk (2003), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Yuan-ti Nightmare Speaker238–239Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016)
Zindar 238–239
Zombies240–241Ankylosaurus Zombie, Girallon Zombie, Tyrannosaurus Zombie
Zorbo 241Monster Cards (1981), Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Two (1995)

C45940000 – Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes (2018)

Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes introduces over 100 monsters to the 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons line. [172] The book features a preface on page 4, a chapter on the Blood War on pages 5–34, a chapter on Elves on pages 35–63, a chapter on Dwarves and Duergar on pages 65–83, a chapter on Gith on pages 85–97, a chapter on Halflings and Gnomes on pages 99–114, new monster descriptions on pages 115–252, and an appendix of Monster Lists on pages 253–256. One contribution to the book, the Oblex, was created by Make-A-Wish Foundation recipient Nolan Whale. [173]

ISBN   978-0-7869-6624-0

CreaturePageOther AppearancesVariantsDescription
Allip116Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003)
Astral Dreadnought 117–118Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix II (1995), Manual of the Planes (2001), Manual of the Planes (2008) Arcane considered these monsters to "populate their periphery with true terror". [40] Originally called ethereal dreadnought. [3] : 198–199 
Balhannoth 118–119Monster Manual IV (2006), Monster Manual (2008)
Berbalang 120Fiend Folio (1981), Monstrous Compendium – Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2008)
Boneclaw 121Monster Manual III (2004), Monster Manual (2008)
Cadaver Collector 122Monster Manual III (2004), Monster Vault: Threats to the Nentir Vale (2011) Bleeding Cool called the cadaver collector "nightmare fuel". [174]
Choker 123The Dwarves of Rockhome (1988), Creature Catalog (1993), Monstrous Compendium – Mystara Appendix (1994), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual (2008), Dead in Thay (2014), Tales from the Yawning Portal (2017)
Clockworks124–126Fiend Folio (1981; Iron Cobra), Dragon #164 (1990; Iron Cobra), Monstrous Compendium – Fiend Folio Appendix (1992; Iron Cobra), Fiend Folio (2003; Iron Cobra), Monster Manual (2008; Iron Cobra)Bronze Scout, Iron Cobra, Oaken Bolter, Stone Defender
Corpse Flower127
Deathlock128–129 Libris Mortis: The Book of Undead (2004), Keep on the Shadowfell (2008; Deathlock Wight), Monster Manual (2008; Deathlock Wight), Dead in Thay (2014; Deathlock Wight), Tales from the Yawning Portal (2017; Deathlock Wight)Deathlock, Deathlock Mastermind, Deathlock Wight
Demons 130–139The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth (1982; Rutterkin), Monster Manual II (1983; Nabassu, Rutterkin), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991; Molydeus, Nabassu, Rutterkin), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994; Molydeus, Nabassu, Rutterkin, Wastrilith), Planes of Chaos (1994; Armanite), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix II (1995; Alkilith, Bulezau, Maurezhi), Monstrous Compendium Annual Volume Three (1996; Armanite), Manual of the Planes (2001; Armanite), Book of Vile Darkness (2002; Rutterkin), Fiend Folio (2003; Alkilith, Maurezhi, Wastrilith), Dungeon #112 (2004; Nabassu), Fiendish Codex I: Hordes of the Abyss (2006; Armanite, Bulezau, Dybbuk, Molydeus, Nabassu, Rutterkin, Sibriex), Demonomicon (2010; Armanite, Bulezau, Nabassu, Sibriex)Alkilith, Armanite, Bulezau, Dybbuk, Maurezhi, Molydeus, Nabassu, Rutterkin, Abyssal Wretch, Sibriex, Wastrilith SyFy Wire in 2018 called it one of "The 9 Scariest, Most Unforgettable Monsters From Dungeons & Dragons", saying that "The sibriex is an extremely intelligent horrifying creature that looks as disgusting and dreadful as it actually is." [175]
Demons: Demon Lords 142–157Supplement III: Eldritch Wizardry (1976; Demogorgon, Orcus), Monster Manual (1977; Demogorgon, Juiblex, Orcus, Yeenoghu), The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth (1982; Baphomet, Fraz-Urb'luu, Graz'zt), Monster Manual II (1983; Baphomet, Fraz-Urb'luu, Graz'zt), The Temple of Elemental Evil (1985; Zuggtmoy), D&D Immortals Rules (1986; Demogorgon, Orcus), Monster Mythology (1992; Baphomet, Demogorgon, Juiblex, Yeenoghu), Iuz the Evil (1993; Graz'zt), Planes of Chaos (1994; Graz'zt), For Duty & Deity (1998; Graz'zt), Dungeon #89 (2001; Orcus), Book of Vile Darkness (2002; Demogorgon, Graz'zt, Juiblex, Orcus, Yeenoghu), Dragon #337 (2005; Zuggtmoy), Fiendish Codex I: Hordes of the Abyss (2006; Baphomet, Demogorgon, Fraz-Urb'luu, Graz'zt, Juiblex, Orcus, Yeenoghu, Zuggtmoy), Dragon #360 (2007; Graz'zt), Monster Manual (2008; Orcus), Manual of the Planes (2008; Graz'zt), Dragon #364 (2008; Yeenoghu), Dragon #369 (2008; Baphomet), Monster Manual 2 (2009; Demogorgon), Demonomicon (2010; Zuggtmoy), Dungeon #188 (2011; Juiblex), Dungeon #208 (2012; Fraz-Urb'luu), Out of the Abyss (2015) Baphomet, Demogorgon, Fraz-Urb'luu, Graz'zt, Juiblex, Orcus, Yeenoghu, Zuggtmoy
Derro 158–159The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth (1982), Monster Manual II (1983), Greyhawk Ruins (1990), Monstrous Manual (1993), Monster Manual (2000), Monster Manual (2003), Monster Manual 3 (2010), Out of the Abyss (2015)Derro, Derro Savant
Devils 160–169Fiend Folio (1981; Amnizu, as Styx Devil), Dragon #75 (1983; Abishai), Monster Manual II (1983; Abishai, Nupperibo), Monstrous Compendium – Outer Planes Appendix (1991; Black Abishai, Green Abishai, Red Abishai, Amnizu, Nupperibo), Monstrous Manual (1993; Black Abishai, Green Abishai, Red Abishai), Monstrous Compendium – Planescape Appendix (1994; Black Abishai, Green Abishai, Red Abishai, Amnizu, Nupperibo), Monstrous Compendium: Monsters of Faerûn (2001; Abishai), Manual of the Planes (2001; Narzugon), Monster Manual II (2002; Amnizu), Fiendish Codex II: Tyrants of the Nine Hells (2006; Abishai, Amnizu, Hellfire Engine, Merregon, Narzugon, Nupperibo, Orthon), Monster Manual (2008; Merregon, as Legion Devil), Monster Manual 3 (2010; Narzugon, as Hell Knight), Monster Vault (2010; Merregon, as Legion Devil) Abishai (Black Abishai, Blue Abishai, Green Abishai, Red Abishai, White Abishai), Amnizu, Hellfire Engine, Merregon, Narzugon, Nupperibo, Orthon
Devils: Archdevils 170–181Monster Manual (1977; Geryon), Dragon #75 (1983; Bael, Hutijin, Moloch, Titivilus), Monster Manual II (1983; Bael, Hutijin, Moloch, Titivilus), The Apocalypse Stone (2000; Moloch), Book of Vile Darkness – Even More Archfiends! [176] (2003; Geryon), Dragon #360 (2007; Bael, Titivilus) Bael, Geryon, Hutijin, Moloch, Titivilus, Zariel
Drow 182–187Drow Arachnomancer, Drow Favored Consort, Drow House Captain, Drow Inquisitor, Drow Matron Mother, Drow Shadowblade
Duergar 188–193Duergar Despot, Duergar Hammerer, Duergar Kavalrachni, Duergar Mind Master, Duergar Screamer, Duergar Soulblade, Duergar Stone Guard, Duergar Warlord, Duergar Xarrorn
Eidolon193–194Eidolon, Sacred Statue
Eladrin 195–197Autumn Eladrin, Spring Eladrin, Summer Eladrin, Winter Eladrin
Elder Elementals198–201Leviathan, Phoenix, Elder Tempest, Zaratan
Elemental Myrmidons202–203Air Elemental Myrmidon, Earth Elemental Myrmidon, Fire Elemental Myrmidon, Water Elemental Myrmidon
Giff 204
Gith 205–208 Githyanki Gish, Githyanki Kith'rak, Githyanki Supreme Commander, Githzerai Anarch, Githzerai Enlightened
Gray Render209
Howler 210
Kruthiks 211–212Young Kruthik, Adult Kruthik, Kruthik Hive Lord
Marut 213
Meazel 214
Nagpa 215
Nightwalker 216
Oblex217–219Oblex Spawn, Adult Oblex, Elder Oblex SyFy Wire in 2018 called it one of "The 9 Scariest, Most Unforgettable Monsters From Dungeons & Dragons", saying that "Eaten by an ooze that can then use your memory and form to trick and lure others in? That's the stuff of horrors — and the stuff of an epic adventure. If you weren't paranoid about other characters before, you should be now!" [175]
Ogres 220–221Ogre Battering Ram, Ogre Bolt Launcher, Ogre Chain Brute, Ogre Howdah
Retriever 222
Salamander, Frost 223
Shadar-kai 224–226Gloom Weaver, Shadow Dancer, Soul Monger
Skulk 227
Skull Lord230
Sorrowsworn231–233The Angry, The Hungry, The Lonely, The Lost, The Wretched
Star Spawn234–237Star Spawn Grue, Star Spawn Hulk, Star Spawn Larva Mage, Star Spawn Mangler, Star Spawn Seer
Steeders238Female Steeder, Male Steeder
Steel Predator239
Stone Cursed240
Sword Wraith241Sword Wraith Commander, Sword Wraith Warrior
Tortles242Tortle, Tortle Druid
Trolls 243–245Dire Troll, Rot Troll, Spirit Troll, Venom Troll
Vampiric Mist246
Yugoloths 247–252Canoloth, Dhergoloth, Hydroloth, Merrenoloth, Oinoloth, YagnolothThe canoloth is a fiend distinguished by its sticky barbed tongue. [60]

Boo's Astral Menagerie (2022)

Boo's Astral Menagerie was the bestiary book contained within 2022's Spelljammer: Adventures in Space boxed set for the 5th edition of Dungeons & Dragons , presenting 72 monsters and variants. They range from "friendly aliens" over dragons with "awesome powers" to "plenty of horrors to encounter in space". [177]

CreaturePageOther AppearancesVariantsDescription
Aartuks8-9Monstrous Compendium Spelljammer Appendix (1990)Aartuk Elder, Aaruk Priest, Aartuk Warrior
Astral Elves 10-13Astral Elf Aristocrat, Astral Elf Commander, Astral Elf Honor Guard, Astral Elf Star Priest, Astral Elf Warrior
Autognome 14Monstrous Compendium Spelljammer Appendix II (1991)
Braxat15Dark Sun Campaign Setting (1991)
B'rogh16Monstrous Compendium Dark Sun Appendix: Terrors of the Desert (1992)
Chwinga17Chwinga Astronaut
Cosmic Horror18
Dohwar19Monstrous Compendium Spelljammer Appendix II (1991)
Esthetic20Monstrous Compendium Spelljammer Appendix (1990)
Eye Monger21
Feyr 22Monstrous Compendium Forgotten Realms Appendix II (1991)"a tentacled aberration [...]. Turning itself invisible it will attach its tentacles to your face while you sleep to feed on your emotions", one of the creatures bringing a horror element to the Spelljammer setting. [177]
Gaj 23Dark Sun Campaign Setting (1991)
Giff 24-25Spelljammer: AD&D Adventures In Space (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993)Giff Shipmate, Giff Shock Trooper, Giff Warlord"anthropomorphic hippo space mercenaries" [61] "with a penchant for firearms" [177]
Githyanki 26-27Monstrous Compendium Outer Planes Appendix (1991), Monstrous Manual (1993), Planescape Monstrous Compendium Appendix (1994), Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes (2018), [67] Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse (2022) [67] Githyanki Buccaneer, Githyanki Star Seeker, Githyanki Xenomancer
Hadozees 28-29Monstrous Compendium Spelljammer Appendix (1990)Hadozee Explorer, Hadozee Shipmate, Hadozee WarriorCritically described by Aaron Trammell as "a simian race of humanoids reminiscent of old minstrel shows", subject of criticism when translated into 5th edition. [178] [179]
Jammer Leech30Monstrous Compendium Spelljammer Appendix (1990)
Kindori31Spelljammer: AD&D Adventures In Space (1989)
Lunar Dragons32-35Ancient Lunar Dragon, Adult Lunar Dragon, Young Lunar Dragon, Lunar Dragon Wyrmling
Megapede36Monstrous Compendium Dark Sun Appendix: Terrors of the Desert (1992)
Mercane37Spelljammer: AD&D Adventures In Space (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Planescape Monstrous Compendium Appendix II (1995) (as Arcane)
Murder Comet38
Neh-thalggu39Monstrous Compendium Mystara Appendix (1994) (as Brain collector)
Neogi 40-41Spelljammer: AD&D Adventures In Space (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Volo's Guide to Monsters (2016) [129] Neogi Hatchling Swarm, Neogi Pirate, Neogi Void Hunter
Plasmoids 42-43Monstrous Compendium Spelljammer Appendix (1990)A "slime race" available as player characters. [177]
Psurlons44-45Dark Sun Monstrous Compendium Appendix II: Terrors Beyond Tyr (1995), Planescape Monstrous Compendium Appendix III (1998)Psurlon, Psurlon Leader, Psurlon Ringer
Reigar46-47Monstrous Compendium Spelljammer Appendix (1990)
Scavver48-49Spelljammer: AD&D Adventures In Space (1989)Brown Scavver, Gray Scavver, Night Scavver, Void Scavver
Solar Dragons50-53Ancient Solar Dragon, Adult Solar Dragon, Young Solar Dragon, Solar Dragon WyrmlingA monster lairing in a star, with "awesome" and appropriately light-based powers. [177]
Space Clown 54
Space Eel 55
Space Guppy 55
Space Hamsters56Monstrous Compendium Spelljammer Appendix (1990) Giant Space Hamster, Space Hamster Looking at their presentation in the 2nd edition of the game, reviewer Alex Lucard considered the giant space hamsters "the most infamous race of creatures TSR ever put out". [180]
Space Mollyhawk 57
Space Swine57Monstrous Compendium Spelljammer Appendix II (1991)
Ssurran58Dark Sun Monstrous Compendium Appendix II: Terrors Beyond Tyr (1995)Ssurran Defiler, Ssurran Poisoner
Starlight Apparition59
Thri-kreen 60-61Monster Cards Set 2 (1982), [120] Monster Manual II (1983), Monstrous Compendium Forgotten Realms Appendix (1989), Monstrous Manual (1993), Dark Sun Monstrous Compendium Appendix II: Terrors Beyond Tyr (1995), Monster Manual II (2002), Monster Manual 3 (2010), Monster Manual (2014)Thri-kreen Gladiator, Thri-kreen Hunter, Thri-kreen Mystic"Praying mantis man" with four arms and a poisonous bite, [119] created by Paul Reiche III. [120]
Vampirates62Vampirate, Vampirate Captain, Vampirate Mage
Zodar 64Monstrous Compendium Spelljammer Appendix (1990)The zodar appeared on the 2018 Screen Rant top list at No. 13 on " Dungeons & Dragons: The 20 Most Powerful Creatures, Ranked", and Scott Baird highlighted that "One of the most mysterious and powerful creatures in the Spelljammer universe are the Zodar, who resemble giant suits of armor. In their Advanced Dungeons & Dragons appearance, they had the maximum Strength score that was allowed in the game and they were immune to almost all forms of damage." [118]

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