Strixhaven - A Curriculum of Chaos

MAGE HUNTER

Mage hunters are hideous spider legged creatures

employed by the Oriq to pursue magic-wielders.

These creatures can naturally sense magic via the
glowing purple spines on their backs.

A mage hunter is usually in its sentry form, a di-

amond-shaped drone with a heightened ability to

sense and locate mages. Once it finds a quarry, the

mage hunter takes on its arachnoid hunter form and

pursues its targets with vicious skill.

MAGE HUNTER Claw Hunter Form Only). Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit,
reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (2dl0 + 4 slashing damage.
Large Monstrosity, Typically Lawful Evil
Tail. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target.
Armor Class 15 natural armor
Hit: 22 (4d8 + 4) piercing damage, and the target is grap-
Hit Points 85 (10dl0 + 30) pled (escape DC 15). Until this grapple ends, the target is
restrained, and the hunter can t make a Tail attack against
Speed 40 ft., climb 40 ft. (hunter form only), fly 10 ft. (hover, another target.

sentry form only) Mage Tracker (Sentry Form Only). The hunter emits a pulse

STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA of energy that helps it better locate its magical quarry. Each
19 (+4) 15 (+2) 16 (+3) 11 (+0) 17 (+3) 10 (+0) creature within 120 feet of the hunter that has the ability to cast
spells must succeed on a DC 14 Wisdom saving throw or be
Saving Throws Int +3, Wis +6, Cha +3
Skills Perception +9, Stealth +5 mystically marked by the hunter for 1 hour.
Condition Immunities blinded, charmed, deafened, frightened,
While marked, a creature can t become hidden from the
prone hunter and gains no benefit from the invisible condition against
the hunter. Additionally, while a marked creature is on the same
Senses blindsight 120 ft. (blind beyond this radius), plane of existence as the hunter, the hunter always knows the
distance and direction to the creature.
passive Perception 19
BONUS ACTIONS
Languages understands Common but can’t speak
Shift Form. The hunter folds into its drone-like sentry form or
Challenge 5 1,800 XP) Proficiency Bonus +3
unfolds into its hunter form. Its game statistics are the same in
Magic Sense. The hunter knows the location of every spell- each form.

caster, active spell, and magic item within 120 feet of itself. REACTIONS

Spider Climb (Hunter Form Only). The hunter can climb diffi- Consume and Destroy. When the hunter takes damage from a
cult surfaces, including upside down on ceilings, without need-
spell, it takes only half the triggering damage (rounded down).
ing to make an ability check. If the creature that cast the spell is within 60 feet of the hunter,
that creature must succeed on a DC 14 Dexterity saving throw
ACTIONS or take the other half of the damage.

Multiattack (Hunter Form Only). The hunter makes two

Claw attacks.

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ORACLE OF STRIXHAVEN ORACLE OF STRIXHAVEN

Medium Humanoid (Human, Wizard), Neutral Good Somewhere in the lands beyond Strixhaven s bor-
ders lives the Oracle: a wise and accomplished
Armor Class 12 (15 with mage armor ) mage, tasked by the Founder Dragons to ensure
Hit Points 150 (20d8 + 60 that the magic of Strixhaven is used to help others
and not twisted to evil ends. The one who holds the
Speed 30 ft., fly 15 ft. (hover) mantle of the Oracle must not only understand the
fundamental truths of magic, but also possess im-
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA peccable wisdom and unshakable virtue.

12 (+1) 15 (+2) 16 (+3) 21 (+5) 20 (+5) 18 (+4) The current Oracle is an elderly human named

Saving Throws Con +8, Int +10, Wis +10, Cha +9 Jadzi. A graduate of Quandrix College, Jadzi has
Skills Arcana +15, Insight +15, Investigation +15, Nature +10,
since expanded her studies to encompass all dis-
Perception +10 ciplines of spellcasting, tempering the mathemat-
Condition Immunities charmed, frightened ical abstractions she wielded at Strixhaven with
benevolent divination and a return to the basics of
Senses passive Perception 20 magic itself.

Languages all save, a creature takes 33 6d10) force damage and is pulled up
to 15 feet in a straight line toward the center of the sphere. On
Challenge 15 (13,000 XP) Proficiency Bonus +5 a successful save, the creature takes half as much damage and
isn t pulled. A creature caught in the area of multiple warps is
Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If the Oracle fails a saving throw,
affected by only one, which the Oracle chooses.
she can choose to succeed instead.
Spellcasting. The Oracle casts one of the following spells, re-
ACTIONS
quiring no material components and using Intelligence as the
Multiattack. The Oracle makes two Magic Flare attacks. She spellcasting ability (spell save DC 18):

can also use Paradoxy, if available. At will: detect magic
2 day each: dispel magic, mage armor, remove curse, sending
Magic Flare. Melee or Ranged Spelt Attack: +10 to hit, reach 5 ft.
1 day each power word stun, scrying (as an action), wall offorce
or range 60 ft., one target. Hit 24 (3dl2 + 5) force damage.
Teleport. The Oracle teleports, along with any equipment she is
Paradoxy (Recharge 4-6). Momentary warps in reality appear wearing or carrying, to an unoccupied space she can see within
60 feet of herself.
at three different points the Oracle can see within 120 feet of
her. Each creature in a 20-foot-radius sphere centered on each LEGENDARY ACTIONS
point must make a DC 18 Strength saving throw. On a failed
The Oracle can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the op-

tions below. Only one legendary action option can be used at a

time and only at the end of another creature s turn. The Oracle
regains spent legendary actions at the start of her turn.

Vector Shift. The Oracle teleports one creature she can see

within 60 feet of herself, along with any equipment it is wear-

ing or carrying, to an unoccupied space within 30 feet of her-

self. An unwilling target must succeed on a DC 18 Charisma

saving throw to avoid the effect.

Spellcasting (Costs 2 Actions). The Oracle uses Spellcasting.
Vortex Jaunt (Costs 2 Actions). The Oracle uses Teleport, and

immediately after she disappears, each creature within 30
feet of the space she left must succeed on a DC 18 Constitu-
tion saving throw or take 16 (3dl0) force damage.

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ORIQ, BLOOD MAGE

Medium Humanoid (Warlock), Typically Neutral Evil

Armor Class 16 (Blood Aegis)

Hit Points 127 (15d8 + 60)
Speed 30 ft.

STR DEX CON INT WIS
11 (+0) 14 (+2) 18 (+4) 20 (+5) 12 (+1)

Saving Throws Con +8, Int +9, Wis +5, Cha +5
Skills Deception +9, Medicine +5, Survival +5

Damage Resistances necrotic

Condition Immunities exhaustion

Senses passive Perception 11

Languages Common plus any four languages

Challenge 9 (5,000 XP Proficiency Bonus +4

Blood Aegis. The AC of the blood mage includes its Constitu- ORIQ

tion modifier while it isn t wearing armor or wielding a shield. The Oriq are a secret society of mages who wield
forbidden magic in the service of their leader, Extus
Oriq Mask. The blood mage wears an Oriq mask. While wear- Narr. Narr was in consideration for elevation to the
role of Oracle of Strixhaven, but when the Founder
ing the mask, the blood mage can t be targeted by any divina-
tion magic or perceived through magical scrying sensors, and Dragons passed him over in favor of Jadzi, his bit-
it adds double its proficiency bonus to Charisma (Deception) terness knew no bounds. He now uses the Oriq to
checks (included above).
gather the spells and magical energy he needs to
Sanguine Sense. While the blood mage isn’t blinded, it can see summon a devastating being, the Blood Avatar, to

any creature that isn’t an Undead or a Construct within 60 feet destroy Strixhaven.

of itself, even through total cover, heavily obscured areas, invis- The Oriq work in secret, infiltrating Strixhaven to

ibility, or any other phenomena that would prevent sight. search for the magic their master covets and watch

ACTIONS for impressionable students and embittered faculty

Multiattack. The blood mage makes two Blood Lash attacks. they might turn to their cause. The Oriq take pains

Blood Lash. Melee Spell Attack: +9 to hit, reach 10 ft., one to hide their true allegiance and wear masks to hide

target. Hit: 21 (3dl0 + 5 necrotic damage. If the target is a their identities. These masks have magical proper-
creature, it can’t regain hit points until the start of the blood
ties that function only for their intended wearers.
mage’s next turn.
ORIQ, BLOOD MAGE
Blood Boil (Recharge 4-6). The blood mage chooses a point
Oriq blood mages create deadly weapons formed of
within 150 feet of itself, and a 20-foot radius sphere centered
their own blood. They can also sense the life energy
on that point fills with a burst of searing, blood-red mist. Each
creature of the blood mage's choice that it can see in that area within nearby creatures, making the blood mages
must make a DC 17 Constitution saving throw. On a failed save,
a creature takes 38 (7dl0) necrotic damage and is incapacitated almost impossible to ambush.
until the end of its next turn. On a success, a creature takes
half as much damage and isn’t incapacitated. A creature dies if
reduced to 0 hit points by this necrotic damage.

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ORIQ RECRUITER Multiattack. The recruiter makes two Psychic Knife attacks. It
can use Spellcasting in place of one of the attacks.
Oriq recruiters are subtle mages who infiltrate
Psychic Knife. Melee or Ranged Spell Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft.
Strixhaven in service to their order. They are adept or range 30 ft., one creature. Hit: 21 (5d6 + 4) psychic damage.

at blending in, watching for powerful but under- Spellcasting. The recruiter casts one of the following spells,
performing mages and students who have fallen requiring no material components and using Charisma as the
through the cracks of the institution. The recruiters spellcasting ability (spell save DC 14):
approach and befriend these individuals either as
potential recruits to the Oriq or as assets who can At will: disguise self, silent image
help the Oriq acquire spells, rare spell components, 2 day: charm person
or knowledge from Strixhaven. 1 day suggestion

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PEST MASCOT

Tiny Monstrosity, Unaligned

Armor Class 13 (natural armor)

Hit Points 22 (4d4 + 12)
Speed 30 ft.

STR DEX
11 (+0) 14 (+2)

Skills Perception +3

Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 13

Languages

Challenge 1 4 (50 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2

Regeneration. The pest regains 5 hit points at the start of its PEST MASCOT

turn if it has at least 1 hit point. If it takes fire damage, this trait Grumpy, spiky, and generally irritating, pest mas-
doesn't function at the start of the pest's next turn. cots inhabit the muggy bayou of Sedgemoor. How-
ever, these ferret-sized swamp creatures hold deep
Spiny Hide. At the start of each of its turns, the pest deals 2 wells of life essence, making them convenient fuel
(ld4 piercing damage to any creature grappling it or that it is sources for the magic of Witherbloom mages. As
grappling. such, many Witherbloom students have adopted
pests from the bayou as pets, and pests, in all their
ACTIONS spiny glory, have become the mascots of the college.

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Hit: 4 (1d4 + 2) piercing damage.

PRISMARI SCHOLARS elements of wind, flame, and lightning to accompany

The scholars of Prismari College believe that art them. Their magic is fast and beautiful, which be-

is the truest form of spellcraft. They use magic to comes swift death in battle, mesmerizing in its ener-

make splendid art, and they employ artistry to make getic flow. Devastating lightning strikes and searing
their magic spectacular. lashes of flame meet the professors foes head on.

PRISMARI STUDENTS Professors who embrace the Prismari philosophy
of expression focus on magic becoming art in the
The students of Prismari College first as appren-
tices and then as pledgemages see no distinction moment. Whether to create a spectacle that an audi-
between magic and art. No two Prismari students
have the same style of spellcasting; each wields the ence will never forget or to strike down their foes in
elemental magic taught by the college in a way that a flash, these teachers impress upon their students
expresses their personality. In the hands of Pris- the beauty of creation.
mari students, spells that conjure fire or bend water
to one s will become vibrant and expressive show- PRISMARI PROFESSOR OF PERFECTION

cases, thrumming with creative energy. Professors of perfection combine elemental magic
with precise, forceful physical motion. Their sweep-
Harnessing the elemental forces of their magic ing gestures and dance-like steps gather the power
requires precision and grace, and some students of crashing waves, conjure the protection of unyield-
dedicate themselves to chasing the ideal of perfect
control, hoping that by doing so, they can accurately ing stone, and shape great structures of ice. Binding

express what is churning within their minds. and channeling these natural elements allow the
professors to mold their environment to their needs,
PRISMARI PROFESSOR OF EXPRESSION both for breathtaking performances and to control

Professors of expression embody the flare of Pris- the fabric of a battlefield against their foes.

mari magic. Using continuous motion, fluid grace, These teachers stress attention to fine details,
drilling their students on the most minuscule
and interweaving steps, these teachers channel the points. The perfect foundation ultimately leads to a
flawless work of art, and the professors of perfec-
CHAPTER 7 | FRIENDS AND FOES tion produce sculptural and architectural marvels.

PRISMARI PLEDGEMAGE

Medium or Small Humanoid (Sorcerer), Any Alignment

Armor Class 12 15 with mage armor

Hit Points 66 12d8 + 12)
. Speed 35 ft.

STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
10 (+0) 15 (+2 13 (+1) 12 +1) 14 +2) 17 (+3)

Saving Throws Dex +4, Cha +5

Skills Acrobatics +4, Athletics +4, Performance +7

Senses passive Perception 12

Languages Common plus any two languages

Challenge 4 (1,100 XP Proficiency Bonus +2

PRISMARI APPRENTICE Evasion. If the pledgemage is subjected to an effect that allows

Medium or Small Humanoid Sorcerer), Any Alignment it to make a Dexterity saving throw to take only half damage,
the pledgemage instead takes no damage if it succeeds on the
Armor Class 12 (15 with mage armor ) saving throw and only half damage if it fails, provided it isn't
incapacitated.
Hit Points 44 (8d8 + 8)
Speed 35 ft. ACTIONS

STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA Multiattack. The pledgemage makes two Elemental
10 (+0 14 +2) 13 (+1) 12 (+1) 13 (+1 15 (+2)
Strike attacks.
Saving Throws Dex +4, Cha +4
Elemental Strike. Melee or Ranged Spell Attack : +5 to hit, reach
Skills Acrobatics +4, Athletics +4, Performance +6
5 ft. or range 60 ft., one target. Hit: 12 (3d6 + 2 fire or cold
Senses passive Perception 11 damage (the pledgemage s choice).

Languages Common plus any two languages Showstopper (1/Day). The pledgemage shines with elemental

Challenge 2 (450 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2 magic, targeting one creature it can see within 60 feet of itself.
The target must make a DC 13 Wisdom saving throw. On a
ACTIONS failed save, the target takes 28 8d6) fire or cold damage (the
pledgemage s choice) and is stunned until the start of the
Elemental Strike. Melee or Ranged Spell Attack : +4 to hit, reach pledgemage's next turn. On a successful save, the target takes
5 ft. or range 60 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (3d6) fire or cold dam- half as much damage and isn't stunned.

age (the apprentice's choice). Spellcasting. The pledgemage casts one of the following spells,

Spellcasting. The apprentice casts one of the following spells, requiring no material components and using Charisma as the
spellcasting ability (spell save DC 13):
requiring no material components and using Charisma as the
spellcasting ability (spell save DC 12): At will: minor illusion

At will: minor illusion 2 day each: gust of wind silent image
1/day each: mage armor, water walk
1 day each: gust of wind, mage armor, silent image
BONUS ACTIONS
BONUS ACTIONS Surge of Artistry (Recharge 4-6). The pledgemage moves up to

Surge of Artistry (Recharge 4-6). The apprentice moves up to its speed, surrounding itself with elemental magic as it moves.
Until the end of its turn, the pledgemage can move through
its speed, surrounding itself with elemental magic as it moves. the space of other creatures. The first time the pledgemage
Until the end of its turn, the apprentice can move through the enters a creature s space on a turn, that creature must succeed
space of other creatures. The first time the apprentice enters a on a DC 13 Dexterity saving throw or be knocked prone. If
creature's space on a turn, that creature must succeed on a DC the pledgemage ends its turn in another creature’s space, the
pledgemage takes 5 (1d10force damage and is pushed into
12 Dexterity saving throw or be knocked prone. If the appren-
the nearest unoccupied space.
tice ends its turn in another creature’s space, the apprentice
takes 5 (ldlO) force damage and is pushed into the nearest
unoccupied space.

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PRISMARI PROF OF EXPRESSION PRISMARI PROF, OF PERFECTION

Medium or Small Humanoid (Sorcerer), Any Alignment Medium or Small Humanoid (Sorcerer), Any Alignment

Armor Class 13 (16 with mage armor ) Armor Class 13 (16 with mage armor )
Hit Points 97 (15d8 + 30)
Speed 40 ft. Hit Points 97 (15d8 + 30)
Speed 30 ft.

STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA

14 (+2) 16 (+3) 15 (+2 15 (+2 13 +1) 19 (+4) 14 +2) 16 (+3) 15 (+2) 15 (+2 13 (+1) 19 (+4)

Saving Throws Dex +6, Int +5, Wis +4, Cha +7 Saving Throws Dex +6, Int +5, Wis +4, Cha +7
Skills Acrobatics +6, Arcana +5, Athletics +5, Perception +4,
Skills Acrobatics +6, Arcana +5, Athletics +5, Perception +4,
Performance +10
Performance +10

Damage Resistances fire, lightning Damage Resistances cold

Senses passive Perception 14 Senses passive Perception 14

Languages Common plus any four languages Languages Common plus any four languages

Challenge 7 (2,900 XP) Proficiency Bonus +3 Challenge 7 (2,900 XP Proficiency Bonus +3

ACTIONS Water Walking The professor can walk across water and other
liquids as if they were solid ground.
Multiattack. The professor makes three Cinder Strike attacks.
ACTIONS
Cinder Strike. Melee Spell Attack: +7 to hit, reach 15 ft., one tar-
get. Hit: 13 (2d8 + 4) fire damage. Multiattack. The professor makes three Tidal Strike attacks.

Lightning Flourish (Recharge 6). The professor unleashes arcs Tidal Strike. Melee or Ranged Spell Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft.
or range 60 ft., one target. Hit: 13 (2d8 + 4) cold damage.
of magical lightning at up to two creatures it can see within 60
feet of itself. Each target must make a DC 15 Dexterity saving Spellcasting. The professor casts one of the following spells,
throw, taking 35 (10d6) lightning damage on a failed save, or
half as much damage on a successful one. requiring no material components and using Charisma as the
spellcasting ability (spell save DC 15 :
Spellcasting. The professor casts one of the following spells,
At will: minor illusion
requiring no material components and using Charisma as the 2 day each: control water, create or destroy water, mage armor,
spellcasting ability (spell save DC 15):
stone shape
At will: minor illusion
1 day: wall of ice
2 day each: og cloud, gust of wind, mage armor
BONUS ACTIONS
BONUS ACTIONS
Rushing Wave. The professor is momentarily surrounded by
Flaming Leap. The professor is wreathed in flames and jumps
a swirling wave of water and moves up to 30 feet. When the
up to 30 feet in any direction. When the professor lands, the professor moves within 5 feet of any other creature during this
flames erupt in a 10-foot radius around the professor and then bonus action, that creature must succeed on a DC 15 Strength
vanish. Each creature of the professor s choice in that area saving throw, or the creature is knocked prone and it can t take
must succeed on a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw or take 7
(2d6 fire damage. reactions until the start of its next turn. A creature can suffer

this effect only once during a turn.

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QUANDRIX SCHOLARS substance. Through these manipulations, the pro-

The scholars of Quandrix College focus on the fessors change their size and the physical form
of others, manipulate nature into rapid growth,
mathematical principles that govern reality. travel instantaneously, and even fold space into

Through these formulas, they can manipulate prop- deadly edges.
erties of matter and space, as well as abstract and
conceptual space such as the mind, probability, and These professors teach that numbers and math-
ematics aren t merely intellectual concepts, but
the flow of magic itself.
that they exist physically in all things. Professors
QUANDRIX STUDENTS
of substance teach their students to wield magic
The students of Quandrix College first as appren-
tices and then as pledgemages immerse them- practically, creating tangible change in the world

selves in the magic of geometry and metaphysics. around them.
Their ultimate goal isn t mastery, however. Rather,
QUANDRIX PROFESSOR OF THEORY
in their projects they explore and expand knowl-
Professors of theory advance the Quandrix philoso-
edge without expecting concrete answers. Whether phy that math-magical manipulation is most power-
ful in the abstract dimension of minds, probability,
students are extrapolating mathematical patterns
and the fabric of magic itself. Their equations shift
in nature or engaging in speculative dives into to-
perceptions in profound ways, alter probability, and
pological formulas that bend reality, their studies interfere with the formation of other magic. In bat-
blur the line between abstract numerical theory and tle, the professors tweak probability to impede at-
natural reality.
tacks and strike at the minds of their foes with lanc-
QUANDRIX PROFESSOR OF SUBSTANCE
ing equations that disrupt the opponent’s resolve.
Professors of substance specialize in the concrete
side of Quandrix philosophy, manipulating physical Professors of theory hold that altering the way
a person interacts with the world can change the
dimensions and properties of growth. Their magic
world. They impress upon their students to use
alters and replaces the equations that describe
the natural world, including creatures, space, and magic as a tool to shape the overall experience of
reality, and in turn make the world a better place.

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QUANDRIX APPRENTICE Saving Throws Int +5, Wis +4

Medium or Small Humanoid (Wizard), Any Alignment Skills Arcana +7, Investigation +7, Nature +5

Senses passive Perception 12

Languages Common plus any two languages
PProficiency Bonus +2
Armor Class (14 with mage armor Challenge 4 (1,100 XP)
Hit Points 44 8d 8 + 8
Speed 30 ft. ACTIONS

STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA Multiattack. The pledgemage makes two Exponential

10 (+0) 12 (+1) 13 +1) 15 (+2 14 (+2) 11 (+0) Lash attacks.

Saving Throws Int +4, Wis +4 Exponential Lash. Melee or Ranged Spell Attack: +5 to hit, reach

Skills Arcana +6, Investigation +6, Nature +4 5 ft. or range 60 ft., one target. Hit : 6 (1d6 +3) force damage,
and the pledgemage can cause one creature it can see within
Senses passive Perception 12 30 feet of the target to take 10 (2d6 + 3) force damage.

Languages Common plus any two languages Spellcasting. The pledgemage casts one of the following spells,

Challenge 2 450 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2 requiring no material components and using Intelligence as the
spellcasting ability (spell save DC 13 :
ACTIONS
At will: guidance, mage hand
Multiattack. The apprentice makes two Exponential
1 day each: dimension door, enlargeIreduce, mage armor,
Lash attacks.
plant growth
Exponential Lash. Melee or Ranged Spell Attack: +4 to hit, reach
BONUS ACTIONS
5 ft. or range 60 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d6 + 2) force damage,
and the apprentice can cause one creature it can see within 30 Vortex Calculus (Recharge 4-6). The pledgemage teleports,

feet of the target to take 9 (2d6 + 2) force damage. along with any equipment it is wearing or carrying, to an un-
occupied space it can see within 60 feet of itself. Immediately
Spellcasting. The apprentice casts one of the following spells, after it teleports, each creature within 20 feet of the space it left
must make a DC 13 Constitution saving throw. On a failed save,
requiring no material components and using Intelligence as the a creature takes 7 (2d6) force damage and is moved 10 feet in
spellcasting ability (spell save DC 12): a random horizontal direction. On a successful save, a creature
takes half as much damage and isn t moved.
At will: guidance, mage hand

1 day each: enlarge/reduce, mage armor

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QUANDRIX PROF OF SUBSTANCE QUANDRIX PROF, OF THEORY

Medium or Small Humanoid (Wizard), Any Alignment Medium or Small Humanoid (Wizard), Any Alignment

Armor Class 12 (15 with mage armor )
Hit Points 104 (16d8 + 32)

Speed 30 ft.

STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
11 (+0) 14 (+2) 14 (+2) 19 (+4 14 (+2) 13 (+1)

Saving Throws Con +5, Int +7, Wis +5, Cha +4 Armor Class 12 (15 with mage armor )

Skills Arcana +10, Investigation +10, Nature +7, Perception +5 Hit Points 97 (15d8 + 30)
Speed 30 ft.

Damage Resistances force

Senses passive Perception 15 STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
11 (+0) 14 (+2) 14 (+2) 19 (+4) 15 (+2) 13 (+1)
Languages Common plus any four languages

Challenge 7 (2,900 XP) Proficiency Bonus +3

Saving Throws Con +5, Int +7, Wis +5, Cha +4

ACTIONS Skills Arcana +10, Insight +5, Investigation +10, Perception +5

Multiattack. The professor makes two Spatial Blade attacks. Damage Resistances psychic

Spatial Blade. Melee or Ranged Spell Attack: +7 to hit (the tar- Condition Immunities charmed, frightened

get can t benefit from cover less than total cover), reach 5 ft. Senses passive Perception 15
or range 120 ft., one target. Hit: 13 (2d8 + 4) force damage, or
22 (4d8 + 4) force damage if the professor is Large or larger, Languages Common plus any four languages
and the professor can push the target horizontally up to 10
feet away. Challenge 7 (2,900 XP Proficiency Bonus +3

Spellcasting. The professor casts one of the following spells, ACTIONS

requiring no material components and using Intelligence as the Multiattack. The professor makes two Heuristic Lance attacks.
spellcasting ability (spell save DC 15)
It can also use Overriding Theorem, if available.
At will: guidance, mage hand, mending (as an action)
1 day each: creation (as an action), dimension door, mage armor, Heuristic Lance. Melee or Ranged Spell Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5

plant growth, polymorph ft. or range 60 ft., one creature. Hit: 13 (2d8 + 4) psychic dam-
age, and the target is poisoned until the end of its next turn.
BONUS ACTIONS
Overriding Theorem (Recharge 4-6). The professor magically
Dilation Recharge 5-6). The professor magically alters its
influences the mind of up to two creatures it can see within 60
physical form until it uses this bonus action again, until it is feet of itself. Each target must succeed on a DC 15 Intelligence
incapacitated or dies, or until it dismisses the effect (no action saving throw or become charmed by the professor until the
required). Choose one of the following options:
start of the professor s next turn. The charmed creature must
Expand. The professor becomes Large if there is sufficient
room for it to grow. It has advantage on attack rolls and on immediately use its reaction, if available, to move up its speed
toward another creature of the professor’s choice and make
ability checks and saving throws that rely on Strength. one melee attack against that other creature.
Contract. The professor becomes Small. Its walking speed in-
Spellcasting. The professor casts one of the following spells,
creases to 60 feet, attack rolls against it have disadvantage,
and it has advantage on ability checks and saving throws that requiring no material components and using Intelligence as the
rely on Dexterity. spellcasting ability (spell save DC 15)

REACTIONS At will: guidance, mage hand, minor illusion
1 day each: mage armor, major image, mirage arcane (as an ac-
Avoidant Translation (2/Day). When the professor is hit by an
tion), Rary s telepathic bond
attack roll, it can increase its AC by 3 against that attack, poten-
tially causing it to miss. The professor can then teleport, along REACTIONS
with any equipment it is wearing or carrying, up to 30 feet to an
Divide by Zero (2/ Day). When the professor sees another crea-
unoccupied space it can see. ture within 60 feet of itself casting a spell, the professor can try

to nullify the spell's formation. The creature must succeed on a
DC 15 saving throw using the spell’s spellcasting ability, or the
spell fails and is wasted.

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RELIC SLOTH Skills Perception +3 Proficiency Bonus +2
Senses passive Perception 13
For long expeditions, Lorehold mages often employ Languages
relic sloths to haul adventuring equipment and ex- Challenge 2 450 XP)
cavated artifacts so long as their study isn t in any
particular hurry. Relic sloths travel at an excruciat- ACTIONS
ingly slow pace, deliberating every step and moving
only when necessary. But this caution makes these Claws. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target.
hulking creatures perfect for traversing treacherous Hit 14 (2d8 + 5) slashing damage, and the target is grappled
and crumbling ruins, where other beasts of burden (escape DC 15). The relic sloth can grapple no more than two
would falter. The distinctive sickle-shaped claws targets at a time.
on a relic sloth s forelimbs are primarily used for
climbing, though they can fend off a hungry predator REACTIONS
in a pinch.
Slow but Sturdy. When the relic sloth is subjected to an effect
CHAPTER 7 | FRIENDS AND FOES that would move it out of its current space or knock it prone, it
is neither moved nor knocked prone.

RUIN GRINDER

Large Construct , Unaligned

Armor Class 16 (natural armor)
Hit Points 82 lldlO + 22)
Speed 30 ft., burrow 30 ft.

STR DEX CON
22 +6) 13 (+1) 15 (+2)

Damage Immunities fire, poison

Condition Immunities charmed, exhaustion, frightened,

petrified, poisoned

Senses blindsight 60 ft. (blind beyond this radius), passive

Perception 10

Languages understands the languages of its creator but can't

speak

Challenge 5 (1,800 XP) iency Bonus +3

Fire Absorption. Whenever the ruin grinder is subjected to fire RUIN GRINDER

damage, it regains a number of hit points equal to half the fire Created by the archaeomancers of Lorehold Col-
damage dealt. lege, ruin grinders are mighty automatons built to
excavate ancient ruins and artifacts. The massive
Siege Monster. The ruin grinder deals double damage to ob- toothed shovels attached to a ruin grinder s arms
tear through millennia-old bedrock with ease, lead-
jects and structures. ing some Lorehold mages to fear that the grinders
destroy more history than they unearth.
Tunneler. The ruin grinder can burrow through solid rock at

half its burrowing speed and leaves a 10-foot-diameter tunnel
in its wake.

ACTIONS

Multiattack. The ruin grinder makes two Excavator attacks.

Excavator. Melee Weapon Attack +9 to hit, reach 5 ft., one tar-

get. Hit: 13 (2d6 + 6) force damage. If the target is a Huge or
smaller creature, it must succeed on a DC 17 Strength saving
throw or be pushed up to 10 feet away and knocked prone.

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SHADRIX SILVERQUILL

Centuries ago, the dragon Shadrix Silverquill mas-

tered the magic of light and shadow, and he focused
that magic through communication. Shadrix s

words thrummed with power, inspiring his allies

and demoralizing his enemies.

He established Silverquill College on the princi-

ples of eloquence and leadership, seeking to pro-

duce leaders who would go forth to guide others.

SHADRIX SILVERQUILL 21 Constitution saving throw. On a failed save, a creature takes
31 (7d8) radiant damage and 31 (7d8 psychic damage and is
Gargantuan Dragon (Bard), Neutral blinded until the start of Shadrix's next turn. On a successful
save, a creature takes half as much damage and isn t blinded.
Armor Class 21 (natural armor)
Spellcasting. Shadrix casts one of the following spells, requir-
Hit Points 363 (22d20 + 132)
Speed 40 ft., fly 80 ft. ing no material components and using Charisma as the spell-
casting ability (spell save DC 23)
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
1 day each darkness daylight , hypnotic pattern, sending,
25 (+7) 14 (+2 23 (+6) 18 (+4) 18 (+4) 26 (+8 suggestion

Saving Throws Dex +9, Con +13, Wis +11, Cha +15 LEGENDARY ACTIONS

Skills Arcana +18, Deception +15, Perception +11, Persuasion +15 Shadrix can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the op-
tions below. Only one legendary action option can be used at
Damage Immunities psychic, radiant a time and only at the end of another creature s turn. Shadrix
regains spent legendary actions at the start of his turn.
Senses blindsight 120 ft., passive Perception 21
Claw. Shadrix makes one Claw attack.
Languages all
Shadow Slip Costs 2 Actions). Shadrix becomes an inky cloud
Challenge 22 (41.000 XP) Proficiency Bonus +7
of shadow and can move up to half his flying speed without
Legendary Resistance (3/ Day . If Shadrix fails a saving throw, provoking opportunity attacks, then resumes his true form.
During this movement, he can move through creatures
he can choose to succeed instead. and objects as if they were difficult terrain. If he moves
through a creature, it must succeed on a DC 21 Constitution
ACTIONS saving throw or become blinded until the end of its next
turn. If Shadrix ends this move inside an object, he takes 5
Multiattack. Shadrix makes one Bite attack and two (1d10) force damage and is shunted to the nearest unoccu-
pied space.
Claw attacks.
Flash of Inspiration (Costs 3 Actions). Shadrix magically sum-
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +14 to hit, reach 15 ft., one tar-
mons ld4 inkling mascots (in this chapter) in unoccupied
get. Hit 12 (ldlO + 7) piercing damage plus 4 (ld8) radi- spaces he can see within 60 feet of himself. The inklings
obey his commands and take their turns immediately after
ant damage. his. While any of these inklings live, Shadrix has advantage
on attack rolls and saving throws. These inklings disappear
Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +14 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. after 10 minutes, when Shadrix dies, or when he uses this
action again.
Hit: 10 (1d 6 + 7) slashing damage. If the target is a creature, it
is wracked with despair and has disadvantage on attack rolls
until the end of its next turn.

Illuminating Shadow Breath (Recharge 5-6 . Shadrix exhales

an entwined burst of blinding radiance and unnerving shadow
in a 90-foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC

CHAPTER 7 FRIENDS AND FOES

SlLVERQUILL SCHOLARS ink and light. The professors channel radiance to
illuminate their allies, bolstering them with encour-
The scholars of Silverquill College study the power
agement and inspiring any who witness their ora-
of magic shaped through spoken and written words.
tions. Professors of radiance can turn their words
They use that power either to illuminate and guide
into potent assets in battle or strike at their foes
or to obscure and demoralize. with searing radiance.

SILVERQUILL STUDENTS These Silverquill teachers seek to inspire great-
ness in all that they do, pushing their students to
Stylish and driven, the students of Silverquill look for the good in all things and bring that into
College first as apprentices and then as pledge- the light.

mages cut imposing figures on campus. Dressed SILVERQUILL PROFESSOR OF SHADOW

in smartly trimmed black-and-white uniforms, these Professors of shadow wield the linguistic magic of
budding mages practice bolstering speeches and
Silverquill College through slicing wit and debili-
wield inky blades.
tating inky shadow. Whether weaving their magic
Some Silverquill students prefer the benevolent through spoken incantations and scathing insults
side of language, using their words to uplift their or through shadows, these teachers break down the
friends and illuminate harsh truths about those in
power. Others, though, choose to wield words more resolve of their foes.
ruthlessly and master the art of insults and dis-
The professors strive to carry themselves as
couragement (and in some cases, petty trash talk). immaculately as possible, seeking to overawe and
Regardless, nearly all members of Silverquill Col- wrong-foot anyone who would stand against them in
lege carry themselves with a fearsome, never-sec-
ond-place attitude—because in the art of wielding debate or in battle. In teaching their students, pro-
words, confidence is key.
fessors of shadow focus on words that find the tini-
SILVERQUILL PROFESSOR OF RADIANCE est, most invisible cracks in an opponent s defenses

Professors of radiance call up magic through spo- and break them.
ken words and glyphs formed of magically shaped

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SlLVERQUILL APPRENTICE

Medium or Small Humanoid Bard) Any Alignment

Armor Class 12 (15 with mage armor )
Hit Points 44 (8d8 + 8)

Speed 30 ft.

STR DEX CON range 60 ft . one target. Hit: 7 (1d8 + 3) piercing damage plus
10 (+0) 14 (+2) 13 (+1) 12 (+1) 11 (+0) 15 (+2)
10 (3d6) psychic damage.
Saving Throws Dex +4, Cha +4
Spellcasting. The pledgemage casts one of the following spells,
Skills Deception +4, Performance +6, Persuasion +6
requiring no material components and using Charisma as the
Senses passive Perception 10 spellcasting ability (spell save DC 13)

Languages Common plus any two languages At will: dancing lights,friends
1 day each command , confusion, mage armor, tongues
Challenge 2 (450 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2
BONUS ACTIONS
ACTIONS
Demotivate 2/Day). The pledgemage hurls magical insults at
Ink Blade. Melee or Ranged Spell Attack +4 to hit reach 5 ft or
one creature it can see within 30 feet of itself. The target must
range 60 ft , one target Hit: 5 (1d6 + 2 piercing damage plus 9 succeed on a DC 13 Wisdom saving throw or become fright-
(2d8) psychic damage. ened of the pledgemage for 1 minute. While frightened in this
way, the target can't take reactions, its speed is halved, and any
.Spellcasting, The apprentice casts one of the following spells
hit the pledgemage scores against the creature is a critical hit.
requiring no material components and using Charisma as the
spellcasting ability (spell save DC 12 : The target can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its
turns, ending the effect on itself on a success.
At will: dancing lights,friends
REACTIONS
1 day each: command, mage armor
Rousing Verse. When a creature the pledgemage can see within
REACTIONS 30 feet of it fails a saving throw, the pledgemage magically
weaves together stirring prose, allowing the creature to reroll
Rousing Verse. When a creature the apprentice can see within the saving throw and use the higher result.

30 feet of it fails a saving throw the apprentice magically
weaves together stirring prose allowing the creature to reroll
the saving throw and use the higher result

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SlLVERQUILL PROF OF SHADOW

Medium or Small Humanoid (Bard), Any Alignment

SlLVERQUILL PROF OF RADIANCE Armor Class 12 (15 with mage armor )

Medium or Small Humanoid (Bard), Any Alignment Hit Points 97 (15d8 + 30
Speed 30 ft.
Armor Class 12 (15 with mage armor )
Hit Points 97 (15d8 + 30 STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
Speed 30 ft. 11 (+0 14 (+2) 14 (+2) 16 (+3) 13 (+1) 19 (+4

STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA Saving Throws Dex +5, Int +6, Wis +4, Cha +7

11 (+0) 14 (+2) 14 (+2) 16 (+3 13 (+1) 19 (+4) Skills Arcana +6, Deception +10, Persuasion +7, Stealth +5

Saving Throws Dex +5, Int +6, Wis +4, Cha +7 Damage Resistances necrotic

Skills Arcana +6, Deception +7, Performance +10, Persuasion +10 Senses darkvision 300 ft., passive Perception 11

Damage Resistances radiant Languages Common plus any four languages

Senses passive Perception 11 Challenge 7 (2,900 XP Proficiency Bonus +3

Languages Common plus any four languages Devil s Sight. Magical darkness doesn t impede the professor's

Challenge 7 (2,900 XP) Profi ency Bonus +3 darkvision.

ACTIONS ACTIONS

Multiattack. The professor makes two Radiant Strike attacks. Multiattack. The professor makes two Ink Lance attacks.

The professor can replace one of the attacks with a use of The professor can replace one of the attacks with a use of
Spellcasting. Spellcasting.

Radiant Strike. Melee or Ranged Spell Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 Ink Lance. Melee or Ranged Spell Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft.,
ft. or range 120 ft., one target. Hit: 17 (3d8 + 4) radiant dam- or range 120 ft., one target. Hit: 17 (3d8 + 4) necrotic damage.
Ifthe target is a creature, it must succeed on a DC 15 Constitu-
age. If the target is a creature, it must succeed on a DC 15 Con- tion saving throw be blinded until the end of its next turn.
stitution saving throw be blinded until the end of its next turn.
Spellcasting. The professor casts one of the following spells,
Spellcasting. The professor casts one of the following spells, requiring no material components and using Charisma as the
requiring no material components and using Charisma as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 15):
spellcasting ability (spell save DC 15 :
At will: dancing lights,friends
At will: dancing lights,friends
2 day each: bane, command, darkness, mage armor
2 day each: bless, command, cure wounds, daylight , mage armor 1 day: tongues
1 day each: hypnotic pattern, tongues

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Skills Arcana +5, History +5, Perception +3

Senses passive Perception 13

Languages any languages it knew in life

SPIRIT STATUE MASCOT Challenge 1/4 (50 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2

To enhance their studies of the past, Lorehold stu- Death Burst. When the spirit statue is reduced to 0 hit points,
dents often call upon the spirits of dead creatures. the statue crumbles, and the spirit returns to the afterlife in a
Mages seeking longer-term assistance from ancient burst of ghostly white flame. Each creature within 5 feet of it
spirits have learned to house these spirits in stat- must succeed on a DC 12 Constitution saving throw or take 3
ues, giving them a more permanent residence from (ld6) radiant damage.
which to assist the living.
ACTIONS
Some of these spirit statues bond with and men
tor a specific mage, but most serve in a variety Slam. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target.
of roles for numerous individuals, ranging from
research colleagues to martial tacticians. Regard- Hit: 5 (1d6 + 2) bludgeoning damage.
less, their appearance is so common around the
Lorehold campus that they have become the col- Counsel of the Past (2/Day). The spirit statue touches one crea-
lege s mascots.
ture. Once within the next 10 minutes, that creature can roll a
l6 CHAPTER 7 | FRIENDS AND FOES d4 and add the number rolled to one ability check of its choice,
immediately after rolling the d20.

STRIXHAVEN CAMPUS GUIDE STRIXHAVEN CAMPUS GUIDE

Small Construct , Typically Lawful Good With cheerful dispositions and a knack for walking
backward, Strixhaven campus guides lead gaggles
Armor Class 17 (natural armor) of prospective students on tours. The guides gold
Hit Points 31 (7d6 + 7) and silver chassis are built in shapes reminiscent of
Speed 30 ft. the star arches surrounding Strixhaven. Embedded
in their chests are holographic maps of the univer-
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA sity’s campuses, which the guides use to provide
15 (+2) 14 (+2
13 (+1) 10 (+0) 12 (+1) 12 (+1) directions. However, it’s rare for a campus guide to

Saving Throws Dex +4 need its own maps, as these gregarious automatons
have a gift for finding things on campus, often pop-
Skills Insight +3, Persuasion +3 ping up at the most inopportune times.

Damage Immunities poison Univocal Speech. When the guide speaks, any creature that
knows at least one language and can hear the guide under-
Condition Immunities blinded, deafened, exhaustion, stands what it says.

paralyzed, petrified, poisoned Unusual Nature. The guide doesn t require air, food,

Senses blindsight 60 ft., passive Perception 11 drink, or sleep.

Languages Common plus any three languages ACTIONS

Challenge 1 (200 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2 Multiattack. The guide makes two Slam attacks.

Campus Knowledge. While at Strixhaven, the guide can’t be- Slam. Melee Weapon Attack +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target.

come lost by magical or nonmagical means. The guide also has Hit 6 (1d8 + 2) bludgeoning damage.

advantage on ability checks made to locate creatures or objects Smile and Wave. Each creature of the guide s choice that is
at Strixhaven.
within 30 feet of the guide must succeed on a DC 11 Wisdom
saving throw or be magically charmed by the guide for 1 hour.

A charmed target must move on its turn toward the guide,
trying to get within 5 feet of the guide. The target doesn’t move

into obviously dangerous ground, such as a fire or a pit. When-

ever the charmed target takes damage, it can repeat the saving

throw, ending the effect on itself on a success.

A target that successfully saves is immune to any guide’s
Smile and Wave ability for the next 24 hours.

BONUS ACTIONS

Need Directions? The guide takes the Help action.

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TANAZIR QUANDRIX Tanazir s spells, legendary actions, and breath
weapon manifest luminous patterns of geometric
The dragon Tanazir Quandrix is one of the light. These take various forms, such as an inter-
most potent masters of the magic that governs locking cage around the target of a spell or a wave
of infinitely replicating fractal swirls in the area of
physical reality and theoretical abstraction. her breath.

Through this knowledge, she can alter the physical save, a creature takes 45 (13d6) force damage and 45 (13d6)
psychic damage and is weakened until the start of Tanazir s
properties of existence, gain fundamental under- next turn. While weakened, it has disadvantage on the follow-
standing, and manipulate the flow of thought. ing rolls that rely on Strength: attack rolls, ability checks, and

Tanazir founded Quandrix College to nurture the saving throws. On a successful save, a creature takes half as

spark of curiosity in those who would pursue knowl- much damage and isn t weakened.
edge. The goal is to train mages who seek knowl-
Spellcasting. Tanazir casts one of the following spells, requiring
edge for its own sake, guided by the mathematical no material components and using Intelligence as the spell-
principles that describe and govern the nature casting ability (spell save DC 24):
of reality.
1 day each: divination , enlarge/reduce, mirage arcane (as an ac-
TANAZIR QUANDRIX
tion), polymorph, scrying (as an action), seeming
Gargantuan Dragon (wizard), Lawful Neutral
Teleport. Tanazir teleports to an unoccupied space she can see
Armor Class 21 (natural armor)
Hit Points 444 (24d20 + 192) within 100 feet of herself.

Speed 40 ft. fly 80 ft. (hover) LEGENDARY ACTIONS

STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA Tanazir can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the op-
28 (+9) 14 (+2) 27 (+8) 28 (+9 18 (+4 17 (+3 tions below. Only one legendary action option can be used at
a time and only at the end of another creature’s turn. Tanazir
Saving Throws Dex +9, Con +15, Wis +11, Cha +10 regains spent legendary actions at the start of her turn.

Skills Arcana +23, Investigation +23, Nature +16, Perception +18 Claw. Tanazir makes one Claw attack.

Damage Immunities force, psychic Fold Space (Costs 2 Actions). Tanazir uses Teleport, and each

Senses blindsight 120 ft., passive Perception 28 other creature within 20 feet of the space she left must suc-
ceed on a DC 24 Strength saving throw or be pulled up to
Languages Common, Draconic, telepathy 120 ft. 30 feet closer to the center of that space and take 16 (3d10)
force damage.
Challenge 24 (62,000 XP) Proficiency Bonus +7
Fractal Refraction (Costs 3 Actions). Tanazir magically sum-
Legendary Resistance (3/Day . If Tanazir fails a saving throw,
mons ld4 fractal mascots (in this chapter) in unoccupied
she can choose to succeed instead. spaces she can see within 120 feet of herself. The fractals
obey her commands and take their turns immediately after
ACTIONS hers. While any of these fractals remain, attack rolls made

Multiattack. Tanazir makes one Bite attack and two against Tanazir have disadvantage. A summoned fractal dis-
Claw attacks.
appears after 1 minute, when it or Tanazir dies, or when she
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +16 to hit, reach 15 ft., one target. uses this action again.

Hit: 14 (1d10+ 9 piercing damage plus 7 (2d6) force damage.

Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +16 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target.

Hit: 16 (2d6 + 9) slashing damage. If the target is a creature, it
is addled by recursive thoughts, reducing its speed to 0 until
the start of Tanazir’s next turn.

Diminution Breath (Recharge 5-6). Tanazir exhales a

weakening equation in a 90-foot cone. Each creature in that
area must make a DC 23 Constitution saving throw. On a failed

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VELOMACHUS LOREHOLD

Velomachus Lorehold was the first dragon of Strix-
haven to master the magic of order and chaos,
the flow and prediction of events through time.
Her magic encourages exploration and discov-
ery through the lens of creating a direct conduit
to the past.

She founded Lorehold College to ensure mor-

tals would never forget the lessons of the past.
After living for centuries, Velomachus has
grown tired of watching the same mistakes
repeated continually. She hopes her col-
lege s teachings will foster the skills to

either predict future pitfalls by taking

lessons from those that came before
or create flexible mindsets that allow
people to shift their plans effectively

when the unexpected occurs.

Velomachus s spells, legendary ac-
tions, and breath weapon are accompa-

nied by visual effects resembling tomes
and scrolls composed of golden light,
perceptible distortions as time doubles

back on itself, and thunderous sounds.

VELOMACHUS LOREHOLD creature takes 45 7dl2) force damage and 45 (7dl2) thunder
damage and is pushed up to 20 feet in a horizontal direction of
Gargantuan Dragon (Wizard), Lawful Neutral Velomachus choice. On a success, the creature takes half as
much damage and isn t pushed. Objects that aren’t being worn
Armor Class 21 (natural armor) or carried take the damage and are pushed as if they were crea-
Hit Points 487 (25d20 + 225
tures that failed the saving throw.
Speed 40 ft., climb 40 ft., fly 80 ft.
Spellcasting. Velomachus casts one of the following spells,
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
30 (+10) 14 (+2) 29 +9) 30 (+10) 20 (+5) 18 (+4) requiring no material components and using Intelligence as the
spellcasting ability:
Saving Throws Dex +10, Con +17, Wis +13, Cha +12
1 day each: contact other plane as an action, contacting a long-
Skills Arcana +18, History +18, Investigation +18, Perception +13
dead spirit), divination, move earth, wall offorce
Damage Immunities thunder
LEGENDARY ACTIONS
Senses blindsight 120 ft., passive Perception 23
Velomachus can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the
Languages all options below. Only one legendary action option can be used

Challenge 25 75,000 XP) Proficiency Bonus +8 at a time and only at the end of another creature’s turn. Velo-

Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If Velomachus fails a saving machus regains spent legendary actions at the start of her turn.

throw, she can choose to succeed instead. Claw. Velomachus makes one Claw attack.
Chaotic Flow (Costs 2 Actions). Velomachus moves up to half
ACTIONS
her flying speed. If a creature hits or misses her with an
Multiattack. Velomachus makes one Bite attack and two opportunity attack during this move, the attacker takes 19
(3dl2) thunder damage.
Claw attacks. Repeating History (Costs 3 Actions). Velomachus magically
summons ld4 spirit statue mascots (in this chapter) in unoc-
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +18 to hit, reach 15 ft., one tar- cupied spaces she can see within 60 feet of herself. The spirit
statues obey her commands and take their turns immediately
get. Hit: 15 (ldlO + 10) piercing damage plus 6 (1d21) thun- after hers. Any creature, other than a spirit statue or Veloma-
der damage. chus, is restrained if it starts its turn within 5 feet of one or

Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +18 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. more of these spirit .statues This restrained condition lasts

Hit: 13 (ld6 + 10) slashing damage. If the target is a Huge or until the end of the creature’s turn. These spirit statues dis-
appear after 10 minutes, when Velomachus dies, or when she
smaller creature, it is knocked prone. uses this action again.

Battle Tide Breath (Recharge 5-6). Velomachus exhales thun-

derous sound in a 90-foot cone. Each creature in that area
must make a DC 25 Constitution saving throw. On a failure, a

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WlTHERBLOOM SCHOLARS and Undead, and twisting curses around their foes.

Witherbloom College studies the magic inherent In battle, they steal the essence of their enemies to
heal their own wounds and create spears of sickly
in the natural cycle of life and death. Witherbloom
green life-draining energy.
professors approach the philosophy from different
directions, with one methodology focusing on decay Witherbloom teachers who espouse the decaying
and the other dealing with growth. side of the natural cycle instruct their students to

WITHERBLOOM STUDENTS exploit the essence of life for their own needs. Pro-

Deep in the fog and muck of the swamp, the stu- fessors of decay unravel the mysteries of death and
the transition of decay, and they teach that any life s
dents of Witherbloom College first as apprentices end is an asset waiting to be tapped.

—and then as pledgemages study the cycle of life and WITHERBLOOM PROF, OF GROWTH

death. Their magic is fueled by what they call life Professors of growth nurture the essence of nature
through their magic. They brew infusions of plants,
essence: the ubiquitous energy that runs through fungi, and insects or other minuscule creatures that
thrum with the essence of life, using these infusions
living things. to fuel their magic instead of using traditional ma-

Witherbloom students learn how to concoct magi- terial components. In battle, they flood their allies
cal potions and talismans, in addition to their spell-
casting studies. Their magic ranges from necrotic with vital essence, healing wounds and soothing
shadows and withering bursts of poison to flourish-
.ailments Their foes face the wrath of nature itself,
ing bursts of plant life.
from grasping plants and conjured poisonous vines
WITHERBLOOM PROF, OF DECAY
to avatars of nature s wrath.
Professors of decay wield magic that drains and
These professors teach their students to focus on
twists the essence of the professors’ subjects. The the growth side of the natural cycle of life and death
and to avoid wasting resources. They espouse the
professors use the gathered essence to feed their philosophy that a thriving system benefits all.
magic, snuffing the life and decaying the bodies of
the living, entreating and commanding the dead

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WlTHERBLOOM APPRENTICE another ritual to bestow another talisman. When the benefits
expire, the talisman crumbles to dust.
Medium or Small Humanoid (Druid), Any Alignment
ACTIONS
Armor Class 13 (leather armor)
Briar Vine. Melee Spell Attack: +4 to hit, reach 15 ft., one target.
Hit Points 44 (8dS + 8)
Speed 30 ft. Hit 7 ldlO + 2 piercing damage plus 9 (2d8) poison damage
If the target is a Large or smaller creature, the apprentice can
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA pull it up to 10 feet closer to itself.

10 (+0) 14 +2) 13 (+1) 12 (+1) 15 (+2) 11 (+0) Spellcasting. The apprentice casts one of the following spells,
requiring no material components and using Wisdom as the
Saving Throws Con +3, Wis +4 spellcasting ability:

Skills Medicine +4, Nature +5, Perception +6 At will: druidcraft , spare the dying
1/day: pass without trace
Senses passive Perception 16
REACTIONS
Languages Common plus any two languages
Wither Burst. When the apprentice sees a creature within 30
Challenge 2 (450 XP Proficiency Bonus +2
feet of itself drop to 0 hit points, the apprentice channels the
Regeneration. The apprentice regains 5 hit points at the start of expended life essence and targets another creature it can see

its turn if it has at least 1 hit point. within 30 feet of itself. The target must succeed on a DC 12

Verdant Talisman. At the end of a 10-minute ritual, the appren- Constitution saving throw or become poisoned for 1 minute.
While poisoned in this way, the target takes 3 (ld6) poison
tice can touch one willing creature (including itself) and bestow
upon it a small talisman imbued with magic. Upon receiving damage at the start of each of its .turns The target can repeat
the talisman, the creature gains 10 temporary hit points, and
it can add ld6 to its initiative rolls while it wears the talisman. the save at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on
These benefits last for 1 hour or until the apprentice conducts itself on a success.

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Armor Class 12 (15 with Vociferous Form) age. If the target is a Large or smaller creature, the apprentice
can pull it up to 10 feet closer to itself.
Hit Points 66 (12d8 + 12)
Speed 30 ft. Spellcasting. The pledgemage casts one of the following spells,

STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA requiring no material components and using Wisdom as the
spellcasting ability:
10 +0) 15 (+2) 13 (+1) 14 (+2) 17 (+3) 11 (+0)
At will: druidcraft, spare the dying
Saving Throws Con +3, Wis +5
1 day each: death ward, pass without trace, speak with plants
Skills Medicine +5, Nature +6, Perception +7
BONUS ACTIONS
Damage Immunities poison
Vociferous Form 1/ Day). The pledgemage transforms into an
Condition Immunities poisoned avatar of plants and shadow. While in this form, the pledge-

Senses passive Perception 17 mage adds its Wisdom modifier to its AC if it isn t wearing
armor or wielding a shield, and it has advantage on attack rolls
Languages Common plus any two languages against any creature missing hit points. This form lasts for 1
minute or until the pledgemage is reduced to 0 hit points.
Challenge 4 (1,100 XP Proficiency Bonus +2
REACTIONS
Regeneration. As long as the pledgemage has at least 1 hit
point remaining, the pledgemage regains 5 hit points at the Wither Burst. When the pledgemage sees a creature within 30

start of its turn. feet of itself drop to 0 hit points, the pledgemage channels the
expended life essence and targets another creature it can see
Verdant Talisman. At the end of a 10-minute ritual, the pledge- within 30 feet of itself. The target must succeed on a DC 13
Constitution saving throw or become poisoned for 1 minute.
mage can touch one willing creature (including itself) and While poisoned in this way, the target takes 3 (ld6) poison
bestow upon it a small talisman imbued with vitality magic. damage at the start of each of its turns. The target can repeat
Upon receiving the talisman, the creature gains 10 temporary the save at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on
hit points, and it can add ld6 to its initiative rolls while it wears itself on a success.
the talisman. These benefits last for 1 hour or until the pledge-
mage conducts another ritual to bestow another talisman.
When the benefits expire, the talisman crumbles to dust.

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WlTHERBLOOM PROF. OF GROWTH

Medium or Small Humanoid Druid ), Any Alignment

Armor Class 13 (hide armor

Hit Points 112 (15d8 + 45)
Speed 30 ft.

STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
16 (+3 19 (+4) 13 (+1)
11 +3) 13 (+1) 16 (+3

Languages Common plus any four languages Saving Throws Con +6, Int +6, Wis +7, Cha +4

Challenge 7 (2,900 XP) Proficiency Bonus +3 Skills Arcana +6, Medicine +7 Nature +6, Survival +7

Damage Resistances poison

Essence Transfer (1 Day). The professor can cast the animate Condition Immunities poisoned

dead spell, using Wisdom as the spellcasting ability Senses passive Perception 14

ACTIONS Languages Common plus any four languages

Multiattack. The professor makes two Mortality Spear attacks Challenge 7 (2,900 XP) Proficiency Bonus +3

It can replace one of the attacks with a use of Spellcasting ACTIONS

Mortality Spear. Melee or Ranged Spell Attack +7 to hit, reach Multiattack. The professor makes two Verdant Lash attacks.

5 ft. or range 120 ft., one target. Hit: 17 3d8 + 4) necrotic dam Verdant Lash Melee Spell Attack : +7 to hit, reach 30 ft., one
target. Hit: 11 2d6 + 4 piercing damage plus 7 (2d6) poison
age, and the target can't regain hit points until the start of the damage and the target must succeed on a DC 15 Strength sav-
professor s next turn. ing throw or be pulled up to 10 feet closer to the professor.

Essence Pulse Recharge 5-6 . The professor creates a Spellcasting The professor casts one of the following spells
life-draining vortex in a 30-foot-radius sphere centered on requiring no material components and using Wisdom as the
spellcasting ability
itself. Each creature of the professor s choice that it can see
within that area must make a DC 15 Constitution saving throw, At will: druidcraft, spare the dying
taking 23 (5d8 necrotic damage on a failed save, or half as
much damage on a successful one. The professor then regains 1 dayeach greater restoration, lesser restoration mass cure
10 hit points. An affected creature's hit point maximum is re wounds pass without trace, plant growth, revivify
duced by an amount equal to the necrotic damage taken. This
reduction lasts until the creature finishes a long rest. The crea Summon Nature's Avatar (Recharges after a Short or Long
ture dies if its hit point maximum is reduced to 0.
Rest) The professor magically summons a groff (in this chap-
Spellcasting. The professor casts one of the following spells, ter The groffappears in an unoccupied space within 60 feet
of the professor, acts as the professor’s ally, and takes its turns
requiring no material components and using Wisdom as the
spellcasting ability (spell save DC 15): immediately after the professor’s. The professor can commu-

At will: druidcraft, spare the dying nicate telepathically with this groff while it remains. The groff
1 day each: antilife shell, bane,feign death, speak with dead remains for 10 minutes, until it or the professor dies, or until
the professor dismisses it as an action.

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APPENDIX

CAMPUS MAP

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