Discover how dragons embody magic in the worlds of D&D and how you can bring the giant creatures to life at the gaming table in this essential reference guide to the world's greatest roleplaying game.
Allow me: Fizban the Fabulous - ancient archmage, wayward hero of the War of the Dragonlance, sacred avatar of a dragon god... and your expert on the dragon mysteries of the worlds of Dungeons & Dragons.
What is the difference between a red dragon and a gold dragon? What is dragon sight? How does the magic that dragons are imbued with affect the world around them? This is a comprehensive dragon guide full of tips and tools gamemasters and players will need for their encounters with these dangerous magical creatures.
Dragonslayers and dragon scholars alike will appreciate the new player options for harnessing the power of dragon magic to create unique, unforgettable draconic characters. Gamemasters will find a wealth of new tools and information for creating dragon-themed encounters, adventures, and campaigns. Discover numerous new dragons and other creatures. Learn about the hoards and treasures of the dragon types - and how the magic that permeates the dragons and connects them to countless worlds of the material plane is concentrated there. Learn everything there is to know about the most legendary monsters of the D&D universe from dragon expert Fizban!
- New for the fifth edition: the Gemstone Dragons!
- The history of the First World is revealed, as well as the role of Bahamut and Tiamat in its creation and destruction.
- There are new character options such as unique draconic roots for dragonborn, dragon-based subclasses for monks and rangers, and new talent and spell options.
- Gamemasters will find everything they need to create dragon-inspired adventures in the worlds of D&D, as well as new maps for dragon hoards and details on 20 different types of dragons.
- Includes a complete dragon bestiary and a host of new dragons and dragon-like creatures, including aspects of dragon gods, dragon minions, and more.
On the cover:
Fizban the Fabulous protects a defenseless party while a crystal dragon and a red dragon clash in the skies. Painting by Chris Rahn.
