Nilbog

Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse p. 195,

Size
Small
Type
fey (goblinoid)
Alignment
typically chaotic neutral
AC
13 (leather armor)
Hit Points
7 (2d6)
Speed
walk 30 ft.
Skills
Stealth +6
Senses
darkvision 60 ft.
Passive Perception
9
Languages
Common, Goblin
Challenge
1
STR
8
−1
DEX
14
+2
CON
10
+0
INT
10
+0
WIS
8
−1
CHA
15
+2

Traits

Proficiency Bonus

+2

Nilbogism

Any creature that attempts to damage the nilbog must first succeed on a DC 12 Charisma saving throw or be charmed until the end of the creature's next turn. A creature charmed in this way must use its action praising the nilbog.

The nilbog can't regain hit points, including through magical healing, except through its Reversal of Fortune reaction.

Actions

Fool's Scepter

Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d6 + 2) bludgeoning damage.

Mocking Word

The nilbog targets one creature it can see within 60 feet of it. The target must succeed on a DC 12 Wisdom saving throw or take 5 (2d4) psychic damage and have disadvantage on its next attack roll before the end of its next turn.

Spellcasting

The nilbog casts one of the following spells, using Charisma as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 12):

  • At will: mage hand, Tasha's hideous laughter

Nimble Escape (Bonus Action)

The nilbog takes the Disengage or Hide action.

Reactions

Reversal of Fortune

In response to another creature dealing damage to the nilbog, the nilbog reduces the damage to 0 and regains 3 (1d6) hit points.

Spells

mage hand, Tasha's hideous laughter

Other data

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