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GREEN DRAGON Green dragons are consummate liars and masters of
double talk. They favor intimidation of lesser creatures,
The most cunning and treacherous of true dragons,
but employ more subtle manipulations when dealing
green dragons use misdirection and trickery to get the
with other dragons. A green dragon attacks animals and
upper hand against their enemies. Nasty tempered and
monsters with no provocation, especially when dealing
thoroughly evil, they take special pleasure in subverting
with potential threats to its territory. When dealing with
and corrupting the good-hearted. In the ancient forests
sentient creatures, a green dragon demonstrates a lust
they roam, green dragons demonstrate an aggression
for power that rivals its draconic desire for treasure, and
that is often less about territory than it is about gaining
it is always on the lookout for creatures that can he'lp it
power and wealth with as little effort as possible.
further its ambitions.
A green dragon is recognized by its curved jawline
A green dragon stalks its victims as it plans its
and the crest that begins near its eyes and continues
assault, sometimes shadowing creatures for day.s. ~
down its spine, reaching full height just behind the skull.
If a target is weak, the dragon enjoys the terror its
A green dragon has no external ears, but bears leathery
appearance evokes before it attacks. It never slays all its x
spiked plates that run down the sides of its neck.
foes, preferring to use intimidation to establish control
A wyrmling green dragon's thin scales are a shade
over survivors. It then learns what it can about other
of green so dark as to appear nearly black. As a green
creatures' activities near its territory, and about any
dragon ages, its scales grow larger and lighter, turning
treasure to be found nearby. Green dragons occasionally
shades of forest, emerald, and olive green to help it
release prisoners if they can be ransomed. Otherwise, a
blend in with its wooded surroundings. Its wings have
creature must prove its value to the dragon daily or die.
a dappled pattern, darker near the leading edges and
Manipulative Schemers. A wily and subtle creature,
lighter toward the trailing edges.
a green dragon bends other creatures to its will
A green dragon's legs are longer in relation to its body
by assessing and playing off their deepest desires.
than with any other dragon, enabling it to easily pass
Any creature foolish enough to attempt to subdue a
over underbrush and forest debris when it walks. With
green dragon eventually realizes that the creature
its equally long neck, an older green dragon can peer
is only pretending to serve while it assesses its
over the tops of trees without rearing up.
would-be master.
Capricious Hunters. A green dragon hunts by
When manipulating other creatures, green dragons
patrolling its forest territory from the air and the
are honey-tongued, smooth, and sophisticated. Among
ground. It eats any creature it can see, and will consume
their own kind, they are loud, crass, and rude, especially
shrubs and small trees when hungry enough, but its when dealing with dragons of the same age and status.
favorite prey is elve~. Conflict and Corruption. Green dragons sometimes
clash with other dragons over territory where forest
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I - - I crosses over into other terrain. A green dragon typically
GREEN DRAGON WYRMLING pretends to back down, only to wait and watch-
Medium dragon, lawful evil sometimes for decades- for the chance to slay the other
dragon, then claim its lair and hoard.
Armor Class 17 (natural armor) Green dragons accept the servitude of sentient
Hit Points 38 (7d8 + 7) creatures such as goblinoids, ettercaps, ettins, kobolds,
Speed 30ft., fly 60ft., swim 30ft. orcs, and yuan-ti. They also delight in corrupting and
bending elves to their will. A green dragon sometimes
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
15 (+2) 12 (+1) 13 (+1) 14 (+2) 11 (+0) 13 (+1) wracks its minions' minds with fear to the point of
insanity, with the fog that spreads throughout its forest
reflecting those minions' tortured dreams.
Saving Throws Dex +3, Con +3, Wis +2, Cha +3
Living Treasures. A green dragon's favored treasures
Skills Perception +4, Stealth +3
are the sentient creatures it bends to its will, including
Damage Immunities poison
Condition Immunities poisoned significant figures such as popular heroes, well-known
Senses blindsight 10ft., darkvision 60ft., passive Perception 14 sages, and renowned bards. Among material treasures,
Languages Draconic a green dragon favors emeralds, wood carvings, musical
Challenge 2 (450 XP) instruments, and sculptures of humanoid subjects.
A GREEN DRAGON'S LAIR
Amphibious. The dragon can breathe air and water.
The forest-loving green dragons sometimes compete
ACTIONS for territory with black dragons in marshy woods and
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. with white dragons in subarctic taiga. However, a forest
Hit: 7 (1d10 + 2) piercing damage plus 3 (1d6) poison damage. controlled by a green dragon is easy to spot. A perpetual
fog hangs in the air in a legendary green dragon's wood,
Poison Breath (Recharge 5-6). The dragon exhales poisonous
carrying an acrid whiff of the creature's poison breath.
gas in a 15-foot cone. Each creature in that area must make
The moss-covered trees grow close together except •
a DC 11 Constitution saving throw, taking 21 (6d6) poison
where winding pathways trace their way like a maze '
damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a
into the heart of the forest. The light that reaches, the Ill _
successful one.
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