Monsters are adapted to fit the needs of the game's writers and publishers, such as by describing combat abilities that may have been absent or only implied by an original source. In game books, monsters are typically presented with illustrations, fictional elements, and game statistics. Mauricio Rangel Jiménez goes so far to say that a basic knowledge of mythology, religion and fantasy is required to keep pace with the game. The sources of Dungeons & Dragons monsters are diverse, including mythology, medieval bestiaries, science-fiction and fantasy literature, and film. įor publication history, see Monster Manual. The term monster in Dungeons & Dragons can refer to a variety of creatures, including traditional monsters such as dragons, supernatural creatures such as ghosts, and mundane or fantastic animals-in short, "an enormous heterogeneous collection of natural and monstrous foes." While many monsters are adapted from pre-existing myths and legends, others have been invented specifically for the game, sometimes having characteristics specifically suited to the mechanics of the game. Described as an "essential" part of Dungeons & Dragons, the game's monsters have become notable in their own right, influencing fields such as video games and fiction, as well as popular culture. Since the game's first edition in 1974, a bestiary was included along other game manuals, first called Monsters & Treasure and now commonly called the Monster Manual. They gather large gaggles of giant bats and swarms of common bats, claiming swaths of wilderness for their territories.In the Dungeons & Dragons fantasy role-playing game, "monsters" are generally the antagonists which players must fight and defeat to progress in the game. These bats are marked by the demon lord of bats and aren’t simple animals. Giant albino bats grow to staggering proportions. Until this grapple ends, the target is restrained, and the bat can’t use its claws against another target.
If the target is a Large or smaller creature, it is grappled (escape DC 13). Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. The bat makes two attacks: one with its bite and one with its claws. The bat has advantage on Wisdom ( Perception) checks that rely on hearing. The bat can’t use its blindsight while deafened.
Languages Abyssal, understands Common but can’t speak it Senses blindsight 60 ft., passive Perception 11 Unlike most bats, the creature is a bright smear in the shadows with dirty white fur and red eyes that gleam with a spark of cruel intelligence. An immense bat swoops out of the darkness.
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