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Magma Mephit

Magma Mephit

 

Composed of Earth and Fire,Magma Mephits glow a dull red colour as they perspire beads of molten lava.They are slow to comprehend the meaning of others words and actions.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Imp-Like,Composed of Earth and Fire with Flame-like wings protruding from its shoulders

Ecology and Habitats

The Magma Mephit dwells in Hot climates,among Volcanoes and deep underground lava pools

Dietary Needs and Habits

Elemental Nature

 

The Magma Mephit doesn't require Food,Drink or Sleep

Additional Information

Facial characteristics

Long pointed noses,deep-set flame like eyes and long pointed ears

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Darkvision 60ft & Passive Perception 10

Civilization and Culture

Major Language Groups and Dialects

A Magma Mephit by dndbeyond
Genetic Ancestor(s)
Origin/Ancestry
Elementals
Average Height
2ft-4ft Tall (Averaging 3ft)
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
Magma Mephits glow a dull red colour and perspire beads of molten lava


Cover image: A Magma Mephit by dndbeyond

MAGMA MEPHIT CR: 1/2 (100XP)

Small elemental, neutral evil
Armor Class: 11
Hit Points: 22 (5D6+5)
Speed: 30 ft , fly: 30 ft

STR

8 -1

DEX

12 +1

CON

12 +1

INT

7 -2

WIS

10 +0

CHA

10 +0

Skills: Stealth +3
Damage Vulnerabilities: Cold
Damage Immunities: Fire & Poison
Condition Immunities: Poisoned
Senses: Darkvision 60ft & Passive Perception 10
Languages: Ignan (Elemental Fire) & Terran (Elemental Earth)
Challenge Rating: 1/2 (100XP)

INNATE SPELLCASTING (1/DAY):

  THE MEPHIT CAN INNATELY CAST HEAT METAL (SPELL SAVE DC 10), REQUIRING NO MATERIAL COMPONENTS. ITS INNATE SPELLCASTING ABILITY IS CHARISMA.

1/day: Heat Metal


DEATH BURST:

  WHEN THE MEPHIT DIES, IT EXPLODES IN A BURST OF LAVA. EACH CREATURE WITHIN 5 FEET OF IT MUST THEN SUCCEED ON A DC 11 DEXTERITY SAVING THROW, TAKING 7 (2D6) FIRE DAMAGE ON A FAILED SAVE, OR HALF AS MUCH DAMAGE ON A SUCCESSFUL ONE.    

FALSE APPEARANCE:

  WHILE THE MEPHIT REMAINS MOTIONLESS, IT IS INDISTINGUISHABLE FROM AN ORDINARY MOUND OF MAGNA.

Actions

CLAW:

  MELEE WEAPON ATTACK: +3 TO HIT, REACH 5FT, ONE TARGET: HIT 3 (1D4+1) SLASHING DAMAGE PLUS 2 (1D4) FIRE DAMAGE.  

FIRE BREATH (RECHARGE 6):

  THE MEPHIT EXHALES A 15-FOOT CONE OF FIRE. EACH CREATURE IN THAT AREA MUST SUCCEED ON A DC 11 DEXTERITY SAVING THROW, TAKING 7 (2D6) FIRE DAMAGE ON A FAILED SAVE, OR HALF AS MUCH DAMAGE ON A SUCCESSFUL ONE.    

VARIANT: MEPHIT SUMMONING

  SOME MEPHITS CAN HAVE AN ACTION OPTION THAT ALLOWS THEM TO SUMMON OTHER MEPHITS.  

SUMMON MEPHITS (1/DAY):

  THE MEPHIT HAS A 25% CHANCE OF SUMMONING 1D4 MEPHITS OF ITS KIND. A SUMMONED MEPHIT APPEARS IN AN UNOCCUPIED SPACE WITHIN 60 FEET OF ITS SUMMONER, ACTS AS AN ALLY OF ITS SUMMONER, AND CAN’T SUMMON OTHER MEPHITS. IT REMAINS FOR 1 MINUTE, UNTIL IT OR ITS SUMMONER DIES, OR UNTIL ITS SUMMONER DISMISSES IT AS AN ACTION.

Comments

Author's Notes

Original Article written for D&D Monster Manual 5e by Wizards of the Coast (WotC)


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