Monster Manual Spotlight #17 The Bagman

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In this Monster Spotlight, we will be taking a closer look at how the Bagman came to be and tips for writing a horror filled campaign!Original Cover art by: Steven Oakley/WOTC

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Monster Manual Spotlight #16 Gibbering Mouther

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In this Monster Spotlight, we will be taking a closer look at everything you need to know about the Gibbering Mouther: its lore, its ecology, biology, and history.

Original Cover art by: Paul Scott Canavan/WOTC

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Monster Manual Spotlight #15 Fetch

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In this Monster Spotlight, we will be taking a closer look at everything you need to know about the Fetch: its lore, its ecology, biology, and history. To find the Fetch, we have to do a little bit of digging. The Fetch appeared in the AD&D 2e Dragonlance Monster Compendium and the 3.5e Dragonlance Campaign Setting. As odd as the name sounds, it is based off of the Irish Fetch, an ill omen of impending death upon those that see it.

Original Cover art by: Dallas Williams/WOTC

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Monster Manual Spotlight #14 Stirges

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Mosquitoes. There is nothing like a mosquito to ruin an enjoyable summer night. They buzz, they itch, and they are everywhere. Not only are they a nuisance, but they are also the #1 deadliest animal in the world. Mosquitoes kill between 750,000 and 1Million people a year through diseases transmitted through their bite. You know what would make them more terrifying? Imagine them 1foot in length with a wingspan of 3 feet and ironically combine them with one of their predators, the bat. Enter the stirge. The stirge is a frequent favorite for Dm’s as their threat level increases with their number, making them a viable pick at any level during a campaign. And what’s more fun than watching your players trying to detach these suckers from their backs?

Original Cover art by: John Tedrick

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Historical Spotlights #3 Gargoyle

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In this European Folklore Spotlight we will take a closer look at the creature that started off as a functional statue and became something much more…monstrous…the Gargoyle. What was their purpose? Where did they come from? And why is French Architecture called “Gothic?”Original Cover art by: Cristi Balanescu/WOTC

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Monster Manual Spotlight #13 Gelatinous CubeAthcoids or more commonly known as Gelatinous Cubes have been around since the very first Monster Manual (show). A D&D original and fan favorite, the Gelatinous Cube has been scrubbing clean dungeons of both refuse and ill-fortuned players alike. Gelatinous Cubes serve as both a vital part in a dungeons ecosystem and a beginning encounter for low level adventuring parties.

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Monster Manual Spotlight #11 BugbearOh yes, it's bugbear time everybody! Bugbears are one of those creatures that make you scratch your head when you hear of them and then see them for the first-time. They are neither bugs nor bears as much as I wish they were. Original Cover art from: Eberron: Rising from the Last War/WOTC

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Monster Manual Spotlight #10 Lamia

The Lamia found in Greek Mythology is featured in many modern media including anime, video games, card games, and books. In the world of Dungeons and Dragons, the Lamia has been around since the 1st edition. Over the decades, the Lamia has changed form and stats until we find ourselves in the 2014 Monster Manual. In this monster spotlight, we will be taking a closer look at the Lamia: its lore, its ecology, biology, and the real history of the Lamia found in Greek and Roman mythology. With all this information put together, we can create an immersive encounter that will be sung in the taverns for centuries to come. Let’s open up the 2014 5e monster manual to build our foundation before we add those juicy details that really makes the Lamia come to life.

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