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Nagahydra

The nagahydra is a fearsome monstrosity that appears as a 50-foot Multiheaded Spellcaster. The nagahydra is a formidable threat
long, five-headed naga. Multicolored, reticulated scales cover the in battle. It can attack with all heads and its powerful tail. Each
nagahydra’s 3-foot diameter body, with singular hues branching of its heads is capable of delivering a deadly, venomous bite. But
out to each of the five heads - bright crimson, deep purple, emerald what makes the nagahydra dangerous is each head’s ability to cast
green, onyx black, and golden yellow. Fiery-orange spines line the and maintain concentration of its spells.
back of its serpentine body. Each head of the nagahydra can be
male or female and has its own personality and motivations. The
heads may at times argue and bicker with one another, but never A Nagahydra's Lair
to the point of attacking each other.
A nagahydra haunt gloomy forests, primeval jungles, and dismal
Cruel Overlord. While not inherently evil, the nagahydra is still a
swamps. It makes its lair in the overgrown ruins of ancient cities,
cruel, selfish, and vicious monster. It relishes hunting lesser beings
with the outskirts protected by its spells, magical traps, and
for food, stalking its prey through ancient forests and dismal
minions.
swamps. It enjoys being worshiped by those who seek its blessing
and security. In return, the nagahydra aids and protects its Lair Actions
subjects from hostile creatures, sickness, and natural calamities. On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties), the nagahydra takes
However, the nagahydra demands sacrifice and tribute from its a lair action to cause one of the following effects; the nagahydra
followers, punishing those who fail to do so severely. can’t use the same effect two rounds in a row.
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