What is different

The biggest difference between your standard D&D game and a Monster Hunter styled D&D game is the equipment and magical items. In a standard D&D game, players are rewarded as they travel through their game by finding magical equipment or purchasing it from a magic shop.

Monster Hunter is a high magic setting game, but magical armor, weapons, and other items that do not have a limited amount of uses do not exist in the world though. Instead you gain materials from hunting creatures, gathering resources, or finding a merchant who offers materials for a cost. These materials provide magical effects that you slot into your weapons, armor, and trinkets to gain some type of magical benefit.

How do I obtain Materials?

Obtaining materials to upgrade your weapon and armor is a core part of Monster Hunter. The 2 most common ways to obtain material for you is carving materials off your kills or capturing larger creatures in the field. Occasionally a hunter may get lucky and come across a discard material in the field, possibly from a creature shedding, or what was left over from another creature's kill. There is rumored to be a tradesman that travels from location to location that offers materials for a price.

Carving

Carving your kills is one of 2 ways to obtain materials while on a hunt. When you attempt to carve a creature, make a Dexterity (Survival) check against the creatures Carve DC. On a success, roll a d20 and compare the results to the creatures loot table (Monster Hunter Loot Table PDF). On a failed save, treat the roll as if they rolled a 1 on the loot table.

Carve DC = 10 + 1/2 of the creatures CR rounded down

Variant Carve Rule: Rewarding the natural 20

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When you roll a natural 20 on a Carve check, you roll an additional d20 and add that number to the loot table roll. The new number is the material found on that carve check.

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Any total higher than 20, counts as if a 20 was rolled.

Capturing

Certain creatures can be captured. A creature that can be captured will have a captured section of their loot table. A captured creature may provide loot that you are unable to obtain, an increased or decreased chance to obtain certain loot that you may have gotten from carving. When you capture a creature, you obtain a number of materials as labeled in the creatures loot table. No check is made, but the material is not gathered until you return to town.

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See Tranq Bomb (AGtMH p.82) for capturing rules.

The Myth of the Old World

The Tale of the Five
Once there was a world without time. The world was nothing but white light, inhabited only by people and five dragons. In that world, there was only eternity, and a sun that burned without beginning or end. And because there was only timeless eternity, nothing was ever lost … yet nothing was ever gained. One day, the people began to wonder why their world had no beginning or end, so they asked the dragons.

The dragons opened their mouths as if to answer, but from their mouths poured water instead of words. It rushed out in streams to create the sky and the oceans, and the dragons swam away. The dragons swam to the center of the ocean and there they began to transform into an island. One dragon sank into the sea and became the land. One dragon lifted its gaze to the sky and became the mountains. One dragon stooped low and became the lakes, and scattered its scale to create the rain. One dragon fell into a deep slumber and became the forests. The last dragon climbed far into the sky to become a Star of Sapphire Blue, shining brightly above the island.

The people could not understand why the dragons had left, or why they had transformed. Eventually, a lone youth decided to go to the island to seek the answers from the dragons themselves. He donned a simple cloak, climbed into a simple boat, and cast off alone into the murky seas. At last, guided by the light of Sapphire Star, he reached the Island of The Five. Some time passed, and the youth returned.

“Did you speak with the Dragons?” the people asked. “Yes, I spoke with them,” he replied. “Then tell us, why did they create the island?” But the youth did not answer. Instead, he reached into his cloak and pulled out five Dragon Scales, which he gave to the people. And then, before anyone realized, the youth disappeared.

The people left their white world and sailed across the ocean. Using the five scales, they created their own lands, their own mountains, their own lakes, and their own forests.

Last of all they created a bright moon, so that the Sapphire Star, which had guided the youth during his voyage to seek the dragons, would no longer shine alone in the sky.

The land grew large enough to obscure the sun, and day and night were born. The mountains, lakes and forests breathed together, and the seasons were born. The moon casts its light on the ocean, and waves

Swept up on the almighty current of time, the people came to know death. But the people also came to know life. Countless days and countless nights have passed since people first came to live on the islands they had created. As time passed, they lost their memory of the Five Dragons, and even the memory of how Time itself had been born.

But deep in their hearts there dwelt a quiet knowledge of the Island of The Five, the most sacred place in the world, which to this day sleeps in the middle of the ocean, uninhabited by people, and unchanged even by the relentless flow of time.

Time Began

As the hand of time ticked its first second, the five looked down on their creation and found it empty. Vast oceans, islands, mountains, and forests filled the world, but it contained only humans.

Thus, the Five formed the first creatures, the Elder Dragons, created with physical power reflecting the Five themselves. The Elder Dragons had the power to shape the land, adapt and change it to fit the Five's image. As the first minute went by, the second creatures were molded — the leviathans, amphibians, and other sea creatures; including the ancestors of the desert piscine wyverns who lived in the sea at this time.

As Jhen Mohran and Ceadeus's ancestors modeled the seas to provide its new occupants a place to dwell, islands dotted the landscape and enormous coral reefs that seemed to stretch forever into the depths formed, creating a colorful display beneath clear ocean waves. The sea flourished and the humans who set sail began to take notice. Believing the mohran's and ceadeus to be the sea architect of the Five, the humans began to pray and worship the Elder Dragons.

Touched by the humans’ worship of the dragons, the first of the Five Dragons infused its worshipers with the power of the sea, creating the first tritons, or sea people, as they are commonly known.

As time continued to tick, the second of the Five Dragons wrought the elves. Worshipers of Kirin and other powerful and beautiful Elder Dragons, the elves have an unearthly grace and fine features, that is sometimes compared to the Five's own divinity.

The Age of the Ancients

It is unknown when the age of the ancients began, but most researchers and scholars believe it started when the first races experienced death for the first time. Having been immortal before time began, the first races feared this unending sleep and prayed to the Five who blessed them with these forms to save them. The Aspects heard their plight and were crushed to see the pain in the hearts of the first races, and so the Aspects sought to ease their suffering. First, by extending the life of the halflings by a hundred years or so, hoping that this extended time would ease their pain before the unending sleep. To their dismay, it only prolonged the inevitable. The Aspects continued to experiment, extending the life of dwarves, gnomes, elves, and lastly the wyverians far beyond that of humans, but they found it was not within their power to extend the life of the first races indefinitely, but they could mold it. Death was not the end, but instead it was the beginning and end of a cycle. When a creature died, the Aspects welcomed the first races and all other creations of the five to the Outer Planes where they remained until they were infused with new life and returned to the material plane. This is commonly referred to as "The Wheel."

But the Wheel was flawed. Unknown to the Aspects, the twisting and contorting of the Five's original creation had corrupted it. This corruption slowly seeped into the pores of the Outer Plane, forming the Fatalis, the lord of the newly formed Lower Planes. Thought to be created by the mixing of energy between Limbo, the Abyss, and the Nine Hells the Fatalis sought to destroy and recreate in its own image. In the beginning it started small, first influencing small monsters making them rabid and territorial. The harmony of nature had been broken, but the Aspects did not take notice. Their concern for the first races blinded them to small changes in the world. As the wheel turned, the Fatalis grew in power and began twisting and contorting the monsters under its command into the first demons.

Next it moved its sights to the first races, offering power and knowledge to the weakest of them. The ones who accepted the Fatalis's offer became the first devils. The ones who attempted to resist the Fatalis but failed, were twisted into the monstrous races like the orcs, goblins, or kobolds.

The Aspects looked on in horror as these abominations to nature invaded the Five's creation. Monsters and humanoids alike were being slaughtered, forests were burning, mountains were demolished, and seas became sand. The War of the Ancients had begun.

The End of the War

The war finally came to a close when Fatalis and its generals were finally pushed back to their respective planes. The second Aspect, Pelor, filled the void that the First Aspect left behind, becoming the leader of the other Aspects and gods. The lesser gods, or guardians as they came to be known as, said their goodbyes to the first races and joined the remaining Aspects in the Upper Planes. The first races and the monsters of the material plane went their separate ways, nature was once again in harmony, for now...

Though the Fatalis was sealed, the corruption of the Five's creation still seeped into the Lower Plane, forming new devils, creatures, and other abominations. It was only a matter of time before the corruption once again leaked into the Material Plane. So, the Aspects and Guardians set forward their plans to protect the world.

Unlike the original five Aspects, the Guardians did not agree on how exactly to go about protecting the world and split into smaller pantheons that reported to one of the Aspects. They were known as: The Platinum Court, The Wild Lords, and the Radiant Eye. Some believed the creation of new monsters and expansion of nature was the best solution, and so they went to the Beastlands to begin their work. Others believed that the first races were the answer. After all the Aspects choose them to become gods. So they shared their power and knowledge with those deserving and created what is now known as the ancient civilization. Finally, a select few sought to contain the corruption, hoping to prevent its spread. In doing so, the world would remain in harmony forever, or so they thought.

The Time of the Ancient Civilization

The Platinum Court
When the Guardians formed the Platinum Court they presented themselves to the new leaders of the first races at the request of the third Aspect Bahamut. The pantheon nurtured the first races, expanding their knowledge and power beyond their wildest dreams. Thousands of years passed and the ancestors of the first races came to be known as the ancient civilization. In time they used their newfound knowledge and the materials they collected from the monster corpses during the War of the Ancients to build giant towers that reached to the heavens, cities of stone within the mountains, elegant towns in the forests, and settlements of all different types across the world. They became a highly-advanced society with technology that the races of today still can't figure out.

The Wild Lords
The Wild Lords under the leadership of the Fifth Aspect Eldath, spent their time repairing the world and creating monsters to inhabit it. They started with the creation of three monsters; the akantor, odibatorasu, and ukanlos. To the races of the present day they are known respectively as the black, white, and sand gods. The odibatorasu created the deserts from the now empty sea, while the ukanlos and akantor repaired the damage from the demons within the Northern El De regions. They filled the world with warrior monsters to defend the land. These formidable beasts could mold the world around them and bend the elements to their will.

The Radiant Eye
Before the world could return to what it once was, the Radiant Eye under the command of the Fourth Aspect, Tiamat, set out to rid the material plane of the corruption that remained after the War of the Ancients. They enlisted the members of the ancient civilization and monsters alike to hunt down the rabid beasts, and sanctify the lands across the world. Using the technology of the ancient civilization and with the assistance of the Platinum Court they crafted weapons and armor to combat the new monsters born from the corruption. They used the powers granted to them by the gods, blessing the land, and sending the corruption back to the Lower Plane, but in doing so they strengthened the demons, devils, and the Fatalis himself.

Rebuilding the World

Centuries passed before the gods regained their power, and many were devastated by the destruction of their creations. Some gods were so filled with despair and grief they wished to leave and start anew. Others wished to stay and rebuild. After much debate and input from the remaining three Aspects, the gods looked to rebuild. There was just one complication.

When the Great Wheel was patched by Tiamat, the corruption had only one place to go, into the life of the new creations. The corruption and fatalis's influence would always remain within anything the gods created and they no longer had the power to change or create a new system. So they did only what they could, they poured their own divine influence into the wheel. Their creations from this point forward would be capable of both good and evil, and the war with Fatalis would continue through their creations, but so long as they guided them towards the light, the balance would remain.

The Wild Lords filled the world with new creatures, big and small, but none as powerful as the warrior monsters that existed before. They adapted nature to work with the corruption and keep it in balance with the help of the wyverians, who became the first druids and rangers.

The Platinum Court created the races once more. Using religion and worship, the Platinum Court guided the masses indirectly towards the light. They shared their power with those they deemed worthy and limited the knowledge they gave, letting the races advance their technology slowly through the information found in the ruined settlements of the ancient civilization.

The Rise of Hunting

Hundreds of years after the rebuilding of the world, some wyverians began to hunt down monsters at the request of the Wild Lords. This was the beginning of the hunting career. These wyverians were known to wander the world in search of creatures that fell to the Fatalis's corruption but also to be one with nature itself, due to having a great compassion for it and its many life forms. Besides hunting, some wyverians became merchants and began to take requests from people to do certain things, such as gathering mushrooms or mining for rare ore. The main reason why the wyverians started hunting is because the other races were defenseless against the harsh monsters that haunted many areas, due to the Platinum's Court decision to limit the knowledge they passed down. This led to wyverians protecting the other races against said monsters due to the will of the Wild Lords and taking pity on the other races. Some of the other races saw this act and followed in the footsteps of the wyverians. This eventually led to the Hunter's Guild forming some time later.

Generations

Generations passed since the founding of the Hunter's guild. In this time, new rules were founded in the hunters guild and technology continued to progress as hunters and other explorers searched the ruins of the ancient civilization that were dotted across the world. But those are stories for another time.

Additional history will be added in future updates to Amellwind's Guide to Monster Hunting

The Five

The Five were the creators of the world and the Upper Planes. They populated the universe with creatures and blessed the many of the first humans with their power, creating the first races. Once their work was done, the Five left aspects of themselves to watch over their creation before leaving the Universe. The Five were never named, and only ever referenced by their number.

The Aspects

The Aspects were created from a portion of the Five's power. They are the leaders of all lesser gods and the creators of "The Great Wheel". They are also responsible, albeit unintentionally, for the creation of the god, Fatalis, and the Lower Planes.

Guardian of the Deep

Alignment: Good • Domains: Deep Wilds

Sculptor and architect of many wonders throughout the multiverse, Persana is best known for recreation of the seas on the material plane. After the Great Dragon War, Persana took it upon himself to bring life back to the seas. First with the reemergence of the tritons. Then the elder dragons and so forth until the sea was once again a majestic body of beauty. The Architect of the Deep works in many mediums, from stone and shell to coral and water, and even his foes cannot in good faith say his creations are ugly or uninspired. Little interests him besides his creations, but more than one of his enemies has been fooled into thinking that means he maintains no associations with other powers of the sea.

Persana rarely manifested his power to directly aid his followers. Instead, he favors communicating to his followers in dreams and sendings, sometimes directing them to build someplace or something, he may also indicate a place or object must be guarded or defended; often these are places or objects of great magical power or great evil.

Persana’s priesthood tends to have an aloof and superior attitude towards other clergies, even those they are on good terms with. They willingly work with and help allied clergies and communities, but it can often take a substantial effort and great evidence to mobilize them; once mobilized, however, they are a force to be reckoned with under the waves.

Temples honoring Persana can be found in most triton communities, with only the smallest settlements lacking one. These temples are grand constructions, featuring the best architecture tritons can muster, and are widely regarded as among the most beautiful buildings to be found under the waves, although sea elves often disagree. They are built upon a geometric plan, with soaring spires regularly placed around the structure.

His symbol is a silver trident against a silhouetted conch.

Commandments of Guardian of the Deep

• Protect both the depths and the shallows against the great evils that lurk in the deep trenches.
• Evil always rises, and good will always confront it; justice is found in the balance between these forces
• Always strive to better your skills and improve your creations
• Nature dictates the shape of the world, for good or ill, so the only concern of the creatures that inhabit it is survival.

The Huntsman

Alignment: Chaotic good • Domains: Nature, War

Solonor Thelandira, the god of hunting, archery, and survival in wild and harsh places. He teaches his followers the arts of hunting; including archery, moving unseen and hiding in the wild places. He is always in pursuit of quarry, and he rarely remains in one location for very long. Unlike many hunters, the Great Archer stalks prey only out of concern for the overall balance between the species and to destroy evil-doers, particularly the creations of Fatalis and Tiamat.

The Huntsman is a well-respected member of the Wild Lords, answering to Eldath. He counts his allies as practically all good-aligned nature deities as well as Silvanus and several beast cults. Solonor considers Lolth his worst foe. His worshipers are invariably elves or half-elves of a natural bent, usually rangers, or other warriors who were particularly skilled at archery.

The church of Solonor is a disparate one, with little communication among groups of clerics except to exchange information. Solonor’s clerics serve as scouts and archers in elven armies, as bowyers, fletchers, archery instructors in elven settlements, and as hunters and providers for far-flung rural communities.

Solonor manifests as a lean & muscular male elf clad in a cloak of leaves. Wolf, a Beast Totem Spirit worshiped by wood elves, is often depicted at the side of Solonor in religious iconography.

Solonor’s faithful generally eschew frivolous celebrations, considering them unnecessary distractions to the tasks at hand. Once per lunar month, under the soft light of the full moon, the Great Archer’s faithful assemble to give thanks for the skills Solonor has taught and the bounty thus provided. Hunters sacrifice hunting trophies that cannot otherwise be employed, and unbroken arrows engraved with the symbol of Solonor are fired into the sky to poke holes in the firmament and allow the light of Solonor’s teachings to shine forth on his people. Each Harvest Festival, the followers of Solonor assemble to compete in great archery meets. The winners of such contests are said to receive Keen-Eye’s blessing.

Commandments of The Huntsman

• Walk in harmony with nature and oppose the efforts of those who would disturb her delicate balance.
• Preserve the wild places from excessive encroachment, and work with those who would settle the land to preserve the beauty that first attracted them.
• Hunt only for sustenance, culling the old and the weak from the herd so that all species may prosper.
• Choose your targets carefully, for an ill-considered action can have a long-reaching impact.

The Lady of the Woods

Alignment: Good • Domains: Deep Wilds

Shilallia is the patron and protector of pregnant forest creatures, a planter of trees and nurturer of seedlings. She rejoices in life and shields against death. She is said to be earthy and winsome, and when not taking care of their needs delights in frolicking in the woods and playing with the woodland creatures who are her charges.

Shiallia's church is casually organized, without much of a formal structure or hierarchy. Her followers are sometimes known as the Silent Helpers, perhaps for the tales of their quiet and unseen aid in guiding lost children and fools past the dangers of the Great Forest. Certain particularly dedicated priests of The Lady of the Woods are known as Woodwives, and it is said that they possess spells which can increase fertility and ease childbirth. She has been known to confer acorns of desire on especially favored worshipers, which can grant them wishes.

The Lady of the Woods usually appears as a voluptuously beautiful female korred whose long blond hair was festooned with garlands of oak leaves and golden acorns.

Her symbol is a golden acorn.

Commandments of The Lady of the Woods

• The only true goal of any living thing is to procreate.
• Death is not to be feared, for it is part of the natural cycle of life.
• Life, particularly the birth of new life, is to be encouraged and nurtured whenever and wherever possible.
• Nature dictates the shape of the world, for good or ill, so the only concern of the creatures that inhabit it is survival.

Lord Firemane

Alignment: Chaotic good • Domains: Nature, War

Nobanion, also known as "Lord Firemane", leads his faithful along a noble path, without force or coercion, and never takes the rear in command. He genuinely wants his pride to willingly choose benevolent and good actions over the alternatives by their own accord. He is a deity of virtue, and would never ask another to take an action that he himself would not, including the sacrifice of their own life.

Nobanion's worshipers included druids and rangers of the Old World, of mixed lawful and good alignments in areas such as the Verdant Hills and the Terosu Jungle. Nobanion’s followers are strictly ordered in rank but not otherwise organized. The Pride of Nobanion fills leadership roles in many communities where he is revered. Many serve as benevolent monarchs, judges, militia, constables, or as guardians against evil.

When Lord Firemane manifests in the world he appears as a Great Teostra radiating a powerful, yet gentle presence. Nobanion possesses a majesty and charisma that can be overwhelming at times. Even the smallest of animals feels comfortable around him.

The Festival of the Pride, known by the common folk as the Summer Twilight Festival normally takes place on the 28th of Dusk and lasts for a week. This is a time for frolicking, dancing, courting a mate, lovemaking, and generally celebrating the bounty of life and its potential.

His symbol is a male lion’s head on a green shield.

Commandments of Lord Firemane

• Hunt only when hungry and do not gorge without need.
• Waste nothing and all shall have plenty.
• Live and let live unless provoked.
• Protect the pride and all its members, but if injury or illness bring them down, allow him or her a swift and painless end to suffering.
• The law of the jungle is that only the strong survive, but they survive best by being leaders, not tyrants, by protecting the weak, not bullying them.

The Corrupted Gods

Created by the corruption of the Great Wheel or born from it, the Corrupted seek to twist and pervert the Fives creation to their own image. Though each serves under Tiamat or Fatalis in some way, it does not mean they are necessarily loyal or willing to work with each other outside of their respective pantheons or groups. This shortcoming allowed the Aspects and Guardians to defeat and banish the corrupt gods back to the lower planes.

Archdevils and Demon Lords

The Archdevils and Demon Lords were born from corruption when the Abyss and Nine Hells were formed. Being born in this way, these god-like beings have no innate allegiance to Fatalis, but they're willing to work with it and its followers if it proves to work in their favor. The standard 5e Demon Lords and Archdevils are all found within this setting.

The Races of Monster Hunter

Mountain Dwarves

Whether or not the mountain dwarves claim that they'd been carved from the world's stone was true, dwarves shared many qualities considered similar to the stone they lived with. Strong, hardy, and dependable, dwarves are polite, particularly to elders, and possess a wisdom beyond that of many other races. Dwarves value their traditions and look for inspiration from the ancient civilization. Dwarves were also known for their stubborn nature and cynicism.

A mountain dwarves friendship and trust is hard to earn, but was ironclad once won. For dwarves, loyalty is more than a word and they feel that it should be both valued and rewarded. Naturally suspicious, the mountain dwarves are slow to trust others and rightfully so. Many of their attempts at expanding their territory proved disastrous due to trusting other races. They do not forgive these past mistakes easily and the entire race has more or less declared war on goblins and orcs as a whole, wiping them out where they find them.

Elves

The elves were one of the first races created after the creation of the Old World. They were the first race to be created by Eldath meant to represent the beauty of nature. The elves originated in the wooded lands of the Verdant Hills, and many elves still call the forest their home. After the War of the Ancients, when the elves allied themselves with Eldath against Fatalis and its demonic horde, many of the high elf families did not return to the forest, instead choosing a new life in the city of Riveru. Even after the reemergence, Riveru was a wonderous thing of beauty. Many elven heroes and hunters originate from this city.

Half-Elves

For a human, having a half-elf child was a blessing that brought their family closer to the gods. They grew up adored in their communities, growing up with acceptance and praise. It is uncommon for a half-elf to leave their families or communities when they come of age. Most of them take over family businesses or find a respectable job in town. Those that do feel the wanderlust from their elven heritage, usually join the Hunters Guild or Wycademy as a way to satiate that need.

For the elves, their opinions varied. The wood elves welcome the half-elves with arms wide open, sharing their traditions and knowledge. The high elves of Riveru are not so accepting, the half-elves in their eyes are tainted. Their innate magic and ancestry are weakened by the human blood flowing within them, but that isn't to say that the half-elves have their uses. half-elves in Riveru work as house servants and doing other menial tasks in the town.

Gnomes

The gnomes and gnomish culture were extremely prevalent during the time of the ancient civilization. There wasn't a village street or a city block where the sound of gears grinding, minor explosions, and yelps of surprise were mixed in with bursts of laughter and joy. The gnomes were responsible for many of the great innovations and inventions of the time. After the reemergence the ruins of the Tower to the far east and the Sky's Corridor on a remote island off the east coast of the great forest still stand as a testament to their work.

Goliaths

One of the last races created by the gods before the Great Dragon War, the goliaths were outlanders who resided in the Snowy Mountains. Molded by Eldath from those who worshiped the ukanlos that resided deep in the mountain range, the goliaths are a race wrapped in tradition. Their society's key focus was competitiveness and held equality and fairness in high regard. They kept track of their accomplishments and saw everything as a challenge. Many outside of the race that didn't understand this tradition would find it quite annoying when a goliath would bring up how many times a certain thing would happen.

    This was not the case however. To goliaths, score-keeping was a natural and integral part of life, not meant to belittle or demean anyone.

Ancient goliaths lived in small tribes in the Snowy Mountains, that numbered between forty and sixty. This was usually made up of three to five extended families. Most goliaths lived in the same tribe their entire life. On rare occasions, a tribe that got too large would split into smaller tribes or smaller tribes would merge together.

These tribes only went to war as a final option, and for much of the Great Dragon War they were successful in this endeavor. It wasn't until the death of their beloved ukanlos by the hands of the Dark Mother's cultists that they allied with the Aspects. The war was bloody for the goliaths, many of the families and tribes were wiped out. Those that survived returned to the Snowy Mountains beaten and bruised, but with a new found respect for their allies.

After the reemergence, the goliaths were an integral part of the Pokke Village's founding. The Snowy Mountains had always been their home, and their knowledge of the territory prevented many casualties in those initial years. Though most goliath tribes are nomadic, many of them chose to remain in Pokke Village as gladiators, soldiers, and hunters. In fact, after the founding of the Hunters Guild in Pokke Village, the goliaths were one of the first to join up. The guild to them, represented the tradition that was lost after ukanlos' death. They were able to compete not only with their fellow goliaths, but also all the other members of the guild. Rumors in the past have told of goliath hunters returning to the Snowy Mountain with large pure white eggs. Though they deny it, many believe the goliaths are searching for a ukanlos egg, in hopes of returning on to the mountains once again.

Halflings

Halfling clans have always been known for their curiosity and tendency to collect things. Before the War of the Ancients the halflings were the leading experts in botany and were most commonly herbalists. They lead expeditions across the world collecting plants, mushrooms, and other rare resources that they could study and use to better the life of the races and creatures alike.

When the War of the Ancients began, the halfling clans splintered. The lightfoot clan wished to avoid the war directly, instead focusing their attention on the curative and other beneficial properties the resources they gathered could provide their armies. The Stoutfoot were ready to fight, but while the adults headed to the front lines, their young took to defending the settlements as guards. The forgefoot clan as they came to be known during the war, strayed from plants and mushrooms. Instead they turned their focus on ways to bend the earth to the war's needs.

After the war the halfling clans did not reunite. Two of the clans had found a new passion while the lightfoot clan stuck to the halfling traditions. The lightfoots resented the other clans for straying from the old ways which caused some minor conflicts between the clans throughout the time of the ancient civilization, but their accomplishments overshadowed these "minor" skirmishes.

Lightfoots

After the reemergence the lightfoot clan has spread far and wide. Their traditions still hold strong throughout the clan with most lightfoots using their knowledge to become alchemists, herbalists, researchers, clerics, and druids. They have a tendency to avoid being up front fighters and would rather run when in danger than fight.

The Lightfoots still hold a grudge against the other halfling clans, but they will still work with them if required, albeit reluctantly. They are also not against bringing up any faults in plans or issues caused by their halfling brethren.

Stout

The Stoutfoot clan took a new name after the reemergence. Tired of having a name similar to the traditionalist who are unwilling to change, the Stoutfoot clan came to be known as the Stoutguard clan. The Stoutguards are well known throughout the settlements of the Old World. Many do not take up hunting, instead choosing to guard the villages, cities, and towns they were born in. On a rare occasion, a Stoutguard has been known to enter the ranks of guild knight. Those who reach this achievement are treated as heroes and legends in their halfling communities.

Humans

During the ancient times the human civilizations were widespread across the known world. They are diverse in skills and quick to adapt, which allowed them to learn and live with the other races without conflict. After the reemergence, the humans were recreated by the Aspect Pelor. With the Great Wheel infused with both divine and corruption, the Humans were made stronger, but their once good nature was now shaped by the world around them. Human hunters and folk heroes can originate from anywhere in the Old World and are typically found in all villages, cities, and towns. Most Commonly though, hunters that graduate from the hunter academy are from Minegarde or villages nearby in the Verdant Hills.

Humans living in the Verdant hills provide the infrastructure for port and trade between the three largest cities; Dundorma, Verudo, and Riveru; and the rest of the world. As such, humans are typically skilled in some craft, business, or production. For the humans seeking a life away from civilization, more often than not find work with the wycademy or hunters guild as research explorers, archeologist, handlers, or hunters themselves.

Lynians

The Lynians are a relatively common race in the Old World, able to adapt to their environments much like humans. Although many of the lynian subspecies originated on the main continent in the Old World many of them have migrated to all corners of the world. For those who stay within multispecies communities, their short stature and beast-like nature has always proved a social hindrance in the lands of the tall folk. While lynians fight for respect within human communities, they can prove themselves through deeds, or humor, among their taller neighbors. They've been seen being farmers, traders, adventurers, etc. Some Lynians, known as "palicos", are known to assist hunters and quite a few are independent monster hunters, known as prowlers.

Shakalaka

The Shakalaka are very similar to humans, in that they hunt and gather, but are less civilized in nature. Even before the rise of the ancient civilization the shakalaka had secluded themselves deep in the forests of the world. In doing so, the shakalaka avoided much of the carnage of the Great Dragon War, but also stunted their growth as a society, leaving themselves primitive and barbaric even after the reemergence. Even so, the shakalaka are a proud and barbaric subspecies of lynians, attacking most creatures, including hunters, on sight. Young shakalaka or, Ōme Shakalaka (unripe shakalaka) as they are known in their tribes, have been known to befriend hunters, helping them on their quests.

Hunters typically encounter these young Shakalaka when they partake in a coming-of-age ritual in which they are sent out of their settlement to bring back items of great value to their tribe. This can take the form of a rare monster material, treasure, or an object with historical or cultural importance to the tribe (such as a special mask).

Hunters are able to spot an Ōme Shakalaka by their mask. These masks aren't the usual telltale orange gourd masks that adult shakalaka wear. Instead young shakalaka wear masks of all varieties, most commonly acorn masks. Shakalaka that become palicos or prowlers are known to have full helms crafted from the creatures they've killed.

Tieflings

Power hungry, unworthy, untrustworthy scoundrels, and abomination are many of the words that the races of the world used to describe the ancient tieflings. Created when a cult of teostra, shunned by the gods for their power hungry nature, began experimenting in an attempt to ascend by themselves. After numerous failed attempts, their leader cried out to the gods every night, begging for an answer, until he finally received one. Unknowingly under the guidance of the newly manifested Fatalis, the cultist succeeded in their endeavor, but not before killing their beloved teostra and

completing the ritual by injecting its blood into their veins.

These first tieflings had a more beastial look similar to the teostra. They had a fiery coloration, thick horns that curve backwards, large fangs, and a tail that ended in a clump of fur. The males had long flowing red hair and a beard that resembled the teostra's flowing mane. Female tieflings' hair varied in length and the hair between their horns was varying shades of yellow.

Though they had ascended, they had committed an unspeakable act. Killing an elder dragon during this point in history was tantamount to attacking one of the Five themselves. The tieflings were forced to live as outlanders in small communities, or as hermits, but their allure of ascension brought those who felt ignored by the gods to their ranks. The tieflings continued to experiment with other elder dragon blood on the humans that came to them, creating new tieflings of all different colors and abilities. Their continual killing of the elder dragons did not go unnoticed. The Fifth Aspect, Eldath, sensed the blasphemy and the growing threat of the tieflings. So with the help of the other 4 Aspects, the tieflings were banished to the Lower Planes and the ritual was lost to the ages.

The tieflings did not return to the material plane until the Great Dragon War. Their time in the Lower Planes had changed their appearance to the commonly known demonic look of today. Many of the tieflings fought in the archdevils armies, but tieflings were no longer predisposed to evil or power hungry as they once were. Those that sought to defect took the chance to escape and fight on the side of the Platinum Court and Wild Lords, who allowed them to remain on the material plane after the war had ended.

Although their evil ancestors could be many generations removed, the taint lingered. Tieflings tend to have an unsettling air about them, and most people are uncomfortable around them, whether they are aware of the tiefling's unsavory ancestry or not.

When these prejudices were put aside, the tieflings' cunning and personal allure, which made them excellent deceivers, also made them inspiring leaders. Members of other races find that once they demonstrate friendship and trust towards a tiefling, it would quickly be reciprocated in full. Once that bond was forged, it was rarely broken.

Tritons

The tritons were the first humans to worship the Fives creation and as such were infused with the power of the sea. Due to this, many tritons come across as arrogant, but they are in fact benevolent creatures at heart, convinced that other civilized races deserve their protection. Their attitude might grate, but when pirate fleets prowl the waves or a ceadeus awakens from its slumber, they are among the first to take up arms to protect others.

During the War of the Ancients, the tritons suffered massive defeats and many were twisted by Fatalis’ offer of power, transforming them into sahuagins. It wasn't until Persana ascended to godhood that the tritons were finally able to push the sahuagins and other corrupt creatures back to the elemental plane of water.

In the aftermath of the war the tritons were tasked by Persana to be the caretakers of the sea. So they began building some small settlements beside deep trenches and even some in other dangerous spots far from the land.

Troverians

Known as the forgefoots in ancient times, the troverians took their new name after the reemergence. Unlike the dwarves who were molded by stone and minerals by the all-father, the troverians were born from humans who worshiped the creatures of the earth, and were the last to be ascended by Io before his sacrifice.

The troverians were an instrumental part of the ancient civilization, working with gnomes and dwarves and combining their technology with their own. It was this adaptability that led to the creation of the equal hunter weapons. It was one of their greatest accomplishments and greatest regrets. The equal hunter weapons made life easier for the ancient civilization, but also was the spark that would eventually begin the Great Dragon War.

The troverians live in the mountains and hills, in recent years they were welcomed to the village of Harth where they work together with the dwarves to develop new weapons and items for the Hunters Guild. Most troverian adventurers have some sort of smithing or artisan skill, and typically join one of the many factions to find hidden technology and rare materials that they can bring back home.

Warforged

During the time of the ancient civilization a new race was created, not by the gods, but by man. These Equal Hunter Weapons or "EHWs" were created near the end of the ancient civilization as an attempt to meet the ancient civilizations' needs. Mindless automatons, these first EHWs were used to collect vast resources, be it minerals, herbs, or hunting some of the less intelligent species of wyverns.

By the time of the Great Dragon War, the ancient civilization had made vast improvements to their original design. By pumping wyvern blood through their body and using energized streamstone as its core, the ancient civilization had produced a sapient hunter, now more commonly known as warforged. During the Great Dragon War, these warforged were not just front line soldiers and defenders of the many settlements across the world, they were also tasked with the collection of vast amounts of dragon blood to fuel the ancient civilizations newest weapon, the Equal Dragon Weapon. By the end of the war, all of the warforged had been destroyed, deactivated, or left incomplete in workshop ruins.

After the reemergence, there have been different points in history when a warforged or two have woken up, their programing either incomplete or degraded over time, these warforged have a greater range of free will, and as such, albeit begrudgingly by some of the races, have been recognized as a new species.

Wyverian

While wyverians superficially resemble humans, they actually descend from the first wyverns. After time began, the Fifth Aspect Eldath sought to expand the races' understanding of the Fives creations. As such, she molded the first wyverians from those wyverns who were up to the task.

At the end of the Great Dragon War, the wyverians were one of the few races that survived the end of the ancient civilization. Even so, only a handful of them remained. Seeking to prevent the atrocities that occurred during the Great Dragon War, these ancient wyverians made a pact to hide their knowledge for the rest of the world, but they would also guide the lost and teach them how to be one with nature.

The new wyverians, who came about after the reemergence, call the village of Cathar home. Their population remains small due to the fact that they reproduce less often than many of the other races, but each wyverian seeks to better the world. It is rare to see an evil wyverian, so much so, that there has never been one in recorded history.

When these new wyverians reach adolescence they leave Cathar and head out into the world on a journey of self discovery. Many of these wyverians return to Cathar a few years after their journey began. Others join the Hunters Guild; become academics, joining the Wycademy or the Elder Dragon Observation Team; or become hermits and sages, protecting the balance of nature in the territory they call home. Due to their long life span many of them who never return to Cathar become chiefs of villages, lead researchers, and other positions of respect and power in their old age.

Other Races

There are many other races that live within the Monster Hunter Universe. Many of these races fought alongside or against the humans, elves, and all the other races listed above in one of the two wars. Their origins all begin with being created by one god or another, and which one that created them might vary in your world. Their history and relevance to the ancient civilization are for you to choose, but typically their culture and personalities remain the same as they would in any standard dungeons and dragons campaign setting.

Monstrous Races

The monstrous races of the Old World were born in many different ways. Many of them were born when Fatalis and the other corrupted gods attempted to influence the races of the world. The kobolds were once dragonborns that were twisted into the scrawny-like creatures of today. The Orcs were once goliaths and humans; the goblins, halflings; and tritons were molded into sahuagin.

Not all of the monstrous races were created in this way though, many of them were created from the corruption themselves. Bugbears, hobgoblins, and yuan-ti were all created in such a way. Other than their creation most of these races all act as the GM sees fit. The character's aren't defined by their origins, but by their actions and how they were raised.

Factions & PC Backgrounds

There are many factions in the Monster Hunter Universe. Some of them make up the foundation of society, while others seek to destroy it. Many of these factions are voluntary associations led by guildmasters, but that’s the extent of their resemblance to the craft and merchant guilds found in most Dungeons & Dragons worlds. They include many different kinds of organizations:

• A central governing body, the Hunter's Guild
• A corporation led by His Immenseness, the Elder Dragon Observation Team
• Two research institutions, Wycademy, and the Royal Paleontology Scriveners
• A poachers ring, the Talon Society
• A cult of fanatics, the Cult of Fatalis

The denizens of the Old World aren't born into factions. An individual can choose to belong to any, or be tricked into some faction or more commonly belong to no faction at all. Some Factions actively recruit new members, while others simply accept those who seek membership. People within a family might join different factions, which can lead to strong connections between the factions in question or to painful animosity in families whose members follow different paths.

Scientist

Scientists have all different types of specializations. They are responsible for conducting experiments, analyzing data, and sharing their findings with the rest of the Helix Commission. They may also accompany hunters into the field to collect samples or conduct experiments on live subjects.

Agent

The Agent role within the Helix Commission oversees the practical implementation of the Commission's research and development projects. This includes recruiting hunters and mercenaries to aid in the collection of research specimens, coordinating with the Commission's scientists to ensure that the necessary equipment and personnel are in place for field research, and liaising with external organizations to procure any additional resources or support that may be required.

Agents are typically skilled hunters or mercenaries who possess a deep understanding of monster ecology and behavior. They work closely with the Commission's researchers to identify and locate specimens, and often engage in dangerous missions to capture or eliminate specimens that are deemed too dangerous or unstable for further research.

Additionally, Agents may also act as enforcers for the Commission's strict confidentiality policies, ensuring that any sensitive information or technology is kept strictly secret and out of the hands of rival organizations or factions.

Overall, the Agent role within the Helix Commission is a crucial link between the Commission's scientific research and the practical implementation of that research in the field.

Junior Scientist

Junior scientists are the newest members of the Helix Commission. They are responsible for assisting the senior scientists in their research and are often tasked with the more menial tasks such as gathering materials or cleaning equipment. However, they are also given the opportunity to learn from the more experienced members of the group and to participate in the creation of new hybrids.

Figures of Interest

Commission Characters

Alignment: Usually chaotic neutral
Suggested Races: Any
Suggested Classes: Any

Consider the commission for your character if one or more of the following sentences rings true:

• You want to find and fight new, interesting, and potentially challenging monsters.
• You want to help contribute to making a difference in the world, to change it in ways never seen before
• You have a sense of duty, helping the Helix Commission create hybrid monsters is the most pragmatic way to protect against worse monsters.

Helix Commission Backgrounds

As you set out into the world, you must decide where your ambitions lie within the Helix Commission. The members of this secretive organization are driven by a desire to push the boundaries of scientific knowledge through genetic engineering and hybridization, even if it means operating outside the norms of society. There is no specific training to become a member of the Helix Commission, as they are often recruited from other factions due to their specialized skills.

Feature: Helix Network

You have connections to the Helix Commission and can call on its resources for assistance. When you arrive in a new town or city, you can contact a member of the Commission to provide you with information about the local monster population, or to request assistance with capturing a specific target. However, be warned that the Commission is not always popular and your association with it may draw unwanted attention or suspicion.

Feature: Hybrid Hunter

You are experienced and have expertise in tracking and hunting down hybrid creatures that have escaped from the faction's laboratories or breeding facilities. You recognize the signs of a hybrid creature when acting as the trailblazer or scout. Additionally, you can find a place to hide, rest, or recuperate among other members of the commission, if doing so does not put them in danger.

How do I fit in?

As a member of the Helix Commission, you would be an expert of monster anatomy. Carving and tracking such monsters is a small feat of your skills. Your role would be to help track down monsters, explain their habits, and lead your allies into battle so you can learn more about every monster.

Outside of combat, you would be responsible for tracking the monster, examining bodies of said monsters and taking samples from them, and getting rid of the small amounts of evidence left over from escaped Commission Monsters.

Overall, your role as a member of the Helix Commission would be to lead and protect your companions, as well as keeping an eye out for new recruits for the Commission.

Rank and Renown

The Helix Commission is a secretive organization that specializes in studying and researching the arcane forces that shape the world. Members of the Helix Commission gain renown by making groundbreaking discoveries, uncovering lost knowledge, or solving arcane mysteries. As members gain renown, they can advance through the ranks of the organization. Advancement is based on a combination of renown, demonstrated expertise in arcane matters, and the approval of the Commission's leadership.

Rank 4: Lead Scientist

Prerequisite: Rank 3 and renown 50 or higher in the Helix Commission

As a lead scientist of the Helix Commission, you are one of the most accomplished scholars of arcane lore in the world. Your expertise is sought after by other organizations and governments, and you may be called upon to advise on matters of great magical importance. You have access to the most closely guarded secrets of the Commission, and at your request, you are provided with two young seregios to act as loyal guards, or bait. Additionally, are granted a generous stipend, allowing you to live a wealthy lifestyle.

Rank 5: Director

Prerequisite: Rank 4 and renown 100 or higher in the Helix Commission and must have served as a member of the Commission for a minimum of 5 years.

The Director of the Helix Commission is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization, from research and testing to security and personnel management. This role requires exceptional leadership and strategic skills and a deep understanding of the ethical and moral implications of the Commission's work. As the director, you are given ultimate authority over all Helix Commission operations and personnel in your territory, allowed to allocate resources and personnel as needed to achieve the Commission's goals, and you can call upon 21 (6d6) scientists and support staff to assist you in your research or downtime actions.

I am the esteemed instructor of the Pokke Training School. I am currently looking for as many students as possible to join my hunter's training school. It was ten years ago that this school started with a dream...

... a dream held by hunters who burn with the desires of youth, a dream held by those who wish to become real hunters, a dream held by hunters looking to perfect their skills, a dream held by hunters looking to tie their hopes onto me in their three legged race to first class status! The gate to my Training School is always open, especially to my fans!

-Hunter Training School Master Azrar

The Hunter's Guild

The Hunter's Guild is the central governing body within the Monster Hunter universe. The Hunter's Guild unifies and regulates all hunting activities on which many people make their living. The guild aggregates hunting and gathering requests from far and wide, and posts them within their gathering halls and outposts throughout the land for professional hunters to undertake. These "quests" can have many purposes, including defense of citizens or towns, or research into monster anatomy and biology. The Hunter's Guild is also well-known for preventing poaching. Any unsanctioned hunting is illegal to the Hunter's Guild and can lead to a multitude of punishments, but most commonly death at the hand of a Guild Knight.

The Hunter's Guild headquarters are located in the city of Dundorma, and all major announcements and actions are made from this location. Beyond this, the Hunter's Guild commands a sprawling territory comprising many districts located in a multitude of regions. Each district has a guild master that manages the district, though not all of them are the best managers. Hunter's Guild-certified gathering halls can be found in all major city centers such as the ones noted above. Smaller Hunter's Guild outposts, commonly set up in less populous and more remote towns and villages, such as Pokke Village, Moga Village, or Yukumo Village, and are handled by one or more Hunter's Guild-employed representatives. These smaller outposts are considered to be a part of the larger districts in which they are located.

Though the Hunter's Guild is connected together, each district of it prefers to work alone. This means that not every district is aware of new discoveries made by the other, such as locations and monsters.

The Four Swords of the Guild

The Hunter's Guild crest has four symbols on it. Each symbol on the crest has a meaning that the Hunter's Guild follows. The north represents Respect for nature, the west represents Life as a community, the south represents Crafting from nature, and the east represents Prosperity from nature.

Fate of Most Captured Monsters

Usually when a monster is captured, it is torn apart in its sleep with ease by the corporation that requested it. This is due to said corporation wanting to research the body parts and organs of said monster, allowing them to better understand a certain species. The corporations that request for monsters to be captured include Elder Dragon Observation Team, Wycademy, and the Royal Paleontology Scriveners. Only on some rare occasions, is the monster tamed and becomes a person's pet.

Goal of the Hunter's Guild

The Hunter's Guild doesn't exist to annihilate all monsters, they exist to harmonize society with nature. Their primary goal is to prevent further damage to the monster populations, so they can prevent other monster species from going extinct like some ancient species. However, if a monster threatens lives, towns, cities, etc, then hunters are allowed to hunt it to prevent destruction. If the monster is rare, the guild will sometimes seek to repel the monster rather than kill it.

The Hunter's Guild also seeks to minimize poaching. Any kill or capture unsanctioned by the Hunter's Guild is illegal in the eyes of the guild. Poaching can lead to a multitude of punishments, but most commonly death at the hand of a Guild Knight.

Furthermore, the Hunter's Guild is responsible for discovering and determining specific hunting grounds throughout the land. Only when a swath of area is officially within the guild's jurisdiction can it be embarked upon for the purposes of undertaking quests. Even despite this, the guild will sometimes only allow hunters within a specific city or region to accept certain quests.

Finally, the Hunter’s Guild seeks to rid the world of the monsters that succumb to corruption. These creatures are treated with the highest priority and are one of the few creatures allowed to be killed outside of a hunting ground.

Hierarchy of the Guild

Figures of Interest

Patty

Guild Receptionist, Human Cleric Patty is known for being a workaholic. She is also known for being kind-hearted, though someone, like Becky, can scare her or make her cry quite easily. Though she is just a receptionist, Patty now watches over Jumbo Village due to her "father", Jumbo Chief, leaving her to travel around the world. She has a dream to travel around the world someday, just like him.

Kokoto Chief

Guild Manager, Wyverian Samurai At one time, he was adventurous and didn't fear any challenges. Nowadays, Kokoto Chief doesn't really show too many emotions. In his youth, he was a legendary hunter that helped shape hunting today. From the beginning of his hunting career, he loved hunting together with his three companions and his wife, even allowing her to attend some hunts. This sadly led to an incident only known as the Five. Today, Kokoto Chief is retired and watches over Kokoto Village. Kokoto Chief also now trains the next generation of hunters.

Hunter's Guild Characters

Alignment: Usually lawful or good, often neutral
Suggested Races: Any race, but rarely do monstrous races join
Suggested Classes: All

Consider the Hunter's Guild for your character if one or more of the following sentences ring true:

• You seek fame and fortune.
• You have a thirst for adventure.
• You enjoy the great outdoors, exploration, and finding rare and undiscovered creatures

Apprentice Guild Knight

The Guild Knights are an elite group of hunters whose main job is to hunt down poachers or other illegal hunters, and wanted murderers. Guild Knights also act as leaders during times of crisis, negotiators for settlements, and also collect info on monsters unknown to the public. As an apprentice to the Guild Knights you are expected to enforce the laws of the guild while following the teachings of your mentor.

Skill Proficiencies: Investigation, plus one from among Insight, History, Nature, and Religion, as appropriate for your order.
Tool Proficiencies: Herbalism kit, and one artisan tool of your choice
Equipment: One set of traveler's clothes, a signet, banner or seal representing your place or rank in the order, and a pouch containing 10 gp.

Handler Initiate

You have spent your time in the Hunter's Guild training under the tutelage of the handlers that came before you. Even as an initiate you are the caretaker of your party. You use your knowledge of monsters to prepare your group and ensure that they are taken care of, whether they are in the town or in the field. You also act as the liaison between the guild and the hunters, providing detailed reports on the hunts and other events when you return to town.

Skill Proficiencies: History, Nature
Tool Proficiencies: Cartographer's tools, cook’s utensils
Equipment: One set of traveler's clothes, a guild card, empty book, quill and ink, 3 regional maps, and a pouch containing 15 gp.

How do I Fit In?

As a member of the Hunter's Guild, your primary goal is to prevent untoward damage to the monster populations, while providing a service and protection to society. Due to this, you are expected to keep tabs on the monster populations in areas and report any strange events to the guild leaders. The laws also prevent you from taking the same quest more than once, unless it is necessary. However, if a monster threatens lives, towns, cities, etc. then you are allowed to hunt it to prevent destruction, even if the monster is rare.

As a hunter, handler, guild knight, or other role, you will spend most of your time completing bounties and other requests as a way to make a living within the guild. A hunter initiate is the core role in the hunters guild where you might strive to become like one of the hunters of legends, or perhaps to seek to preserve the balance in nature. It is not uncommon for you to take the scout role on a hunt.

As a handler initiate you are typically the caretaker of the group. You might spend most of your down time in the books learning as much as you can about the creatures in the area, or in shops buying up new supplies to ease the difficulty of an upcoming hunt. It is not uncommon for you to take the artisan or spotter roles on a hunt.

As a guild knight you are charged with enforcing the laws of the guild, on the streets or in the wilds. When you aren't off on a hunt, you most likely spend your time rooting out poachers or members of the cult of Fatalis. It is not uncommon for you to take the spotter role on a hunt.

Hunter Rank and Renown

A member of the Hunter's Guild gains renown typically when they complete dangerous hunts, discover new information about creatures, or prevent something from disrupting nature's balance, such as poachers. By gaining renown as a member of the Hunter's Guild, you can advance your hunter rank within the guild. Promotion through the ranks requires the approval of the guild master. Advancement is a reward for services rendered to the guild, rather than an automatic consequence of increased renown.

HR 4

Prerequisite: Rank 3 and renown 50 or higher in the Hunter's Guild, 12th level or higher

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As a HR 4, you are an elite hunter and given access to G ranked hunts (hunts kept hidden from the populace for their own safety and to prevent panic should the knowledge get out) and other secret information hidden away by the guild. As an elite hunter your words and actions reflect immensely on the guild, but also carry an immeasurable weight with them. As such, nobles and other members of high society treat you with great respect, unless you prove yourself untrustworthy.

Gustave Ron

Director of Paleontology, Humanoid Wizard Gustave Ron has taken up the mantle of leadership within the Royal Paleontology Scriveners, but unlike his predecessor John Arthur, Gustave has a particular interest in Monster Hunter's historical elements and has been known to keep information about monsters concealed in the shadows. However, many members of the Scriveners still hold fast to John Arthur's original vision, and they continue to follow his examples rather than Gustave Ron's divergent approach.

Darren Dino

Head of Field Research, Humanoid Ranger Within the Royal Paleontology Scriveners, Darren Dino is renowned for his expertise in the study of Elder Dragons, drawing many comparisons to the legendary John Arthur. As a seasoned researcher, Darren has penned many reports detailing the habits and behaviors of Elder Dragons, including infamous species such as Teostra, Kushala Daora, and Yama Tsukami. He has also dedicated much of his research to uncovering the myths and legends that surround the enigmatic Fatalis, further cementing his status as a leading figure in the field.

Sir Beynes

Paleontological Illustrator, Human Paladin A knight of the Royal Paleontology Scriveners, Sir Beynes is renowned for his exceptional skill in creating accurate paintings of monsters, often producing astonishingly precise depictions based solely on lore and documents. His most celebrated works feature the formidable Rajang and the massive Lao-Shan Lung.

Scrivener Characters

Alignment: Usually neutral
Suggested Races: Any
Suggested Classes: Any

Consider the Scrivener's for your character if one or more of the following sentences ring true:

• You seek unique opportunities for research and discovery.
• You want to contribute to the knowledge and understanding of the world's many species, including those that are still undiscovered.
• You want access to advanced information on monsters.

Scrivener

You have dedicated years to mastering the lore of monsters from the ancient civilization to the present. Your tireless efforts have led you to scour countless manuscripts, study ancient scrolls, and learn from the greatest experts in your field. Through your rigorous studies, you have become a true master of monster behavior and hunting techniques.

Skill Proficiencies: Choose two from: Athletics, History, Insight, Investigation, Nature
Tool Proficiency: None
Languages: One of your choice.
Equipment: A bottle of ink, a quill, a small knife, a notebook containing your notes on creatures you have encountered or studied, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 10gp

Feature: Investigation

Expanding the knowledge of your research is an important aspect of your job at the Royal Paleontology Scriveners. When you discover new information about a creature related to your specialty, you can bring that information to a Royal Paleontology Scriveners owned location to receive a stipend. Discuss with your DM what that amount is and if you can make more depending on what you discover or as you level up.

How do I Fit In?

As a member of the Royal Paleontology Scriveners in the Monster Hunter world, you would be a valuable asset to any hunting party due to your extensive knowledge of monster behavior and weaknesses. Your role would be to provide insight and guidance to the hunters, using your expertise to help them develop effective strategies for taking down their quarry.

During a hunt, you would likely stay at a safe distance from the monsters (though this is not always the case), observing their behavior and taking notes on their strengths and weaknesses. You might use your knowledge to help the hunters identify weak points on the monster's body or develop tactics for avoiding dangerous attacks.

Outside of combat, you would be responsible for analyzing the data collected during hunts and updating the Royal Paleontology Scriveners' database on monster behavior. This information would be invaluable to future hunting parties and could help improve the efficiency and success of future hunts.

Overall, your role as a member of the Royal Paleontology Scriveners would be to support and augment the abilities of the hunters, helping them to succeed in their dangerous and challenging work.

Rank and Renown

A member of the Royal Scriveners gains renown typically when they make a new discovery, be it an unknown species, information about a known species, information about the ancient civilization, or some new use for a resource, etc. By gaining renown as a member of the Royal Scriveners, your course of advancement leads to increased responsibility. Promotion through the ranks requires the approval of the Head Scrivener. Advancement is a reward for services rendered to the Royal Scriveners, rather than an automatic consequence of increased renown.

Head Scrivener (Special Role)

Prerequisite: Renown 50 or higher in the Royal Scriveners

You are eligible to become the Head of the Royal Paleontology Scriveners. The selection of a new Director (in the event of an existing Head's retiring, dying, or otherwise leaving the position) with the His Immenseness choosing the new Head. If you emerge as the victor, you will hold the highest rank within the organization and be responsible for overseeing all aspects of its operations. You would provide strategic leadership and direction to the organization and work closely with other senior members to develop and implement research initiatives.

Your extensive knowledge and experience in paleontology would be invaluable in guiding the organization's research priorities and ensuring that all research conducted by the organization is of the highest quality. You would be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with other organizations and individuals in the field and for representing the organization at academic conferences and other events.

As the Head Scrivener, you would be a respected and influential member of the Monster Hunter world's scientific community, with the ability to shape the direction of the field of paleontology and contribute to the understanding of the world's ancient creatures.

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Talon Society Characters

Alignment: Usually chaotic neutral or evil
Suggested Races: Any
Suggested Classes: Fighter, Monk, Ranger, Rogue

Consider the Talon Society for your character if one or more of the following sentences ring true:

• You enjoy hunting monsters and collecting their valuable parts.
• You are fascinated by ancient technologies and artifacts.
• You enjoy spying and gathering information from other organizations.

Talon Society Spells

Talon Society Backgrounds

As your training with the Talon Society ends and your adventuring career begins, you must decide where your ambitions lie within the society. In this section, you will find several backgrounds based on the many employment opportunities a Talon Society member can pursue as they advance in rank.

No matter which background you choose, each member of the Talon Society has the same background feature: a deep knowledge and understanding of poaching, tracking, and hunting monsters for valuable materials and resources.

Feature: Black Market Connections

You have a network of contacts within the criminal underworld who can help you sell your poached goods. You can sell animal parts for 50% more than their normal market value, but only if you can find a willing buyer.

A Talon Society Party

Unless you are playing a chaotic or evil campaign an adventuring party will almost never consist of all talon society members. Instead, you might have one talon member that infiltrated a hunting group. On the off chance it is a full party of talon society members, one of those members may be infiltrating the talon society and working for the Hunter's Guild.

Rank and Renown

In the Talon Society, members can gain rank and renown through various means, but one of the most significant ways is by bringing in valuable prey through poaching. Successfully capturing and delivering rare and exotic creatures can earn a member prestige and recognition within the society, leading to promotions and higher ranks.

Members can also gain rank and renown by completing missions assigned by the society, as well as by demonstrating their skills and loyalty through service to the society. Those who show exceptional cunning and resourcefulness in the field, whether through poaching or other means, can rise through the ranks quickly and earn the respect of their peers.

However, it's important to note that poaching without the approval of the society is strictly forbidden and can result in severe consequences such as expulsion from the society or even death. The Talon Society values secrecy and discretion, and members must be careful to only target creatures that have been designated as acceptable prey by the society's leadership.

Bherna Chief Researcher

Chief Researcher, Wyverian Artificer Though he has a name, everyone just calls him Chief. He is a calm and collective individual with a friendly way of speaking. Like most chief researchers, he has some knowledge on a number of monsters that the Wycademy is aware of and shares the information he has freely.

Hymel

Field Researcher (Wyventurer), Wyverian Wizard Hymel is the youngest member to ever join the research corporation of the wycademy, he is known to have a stronger sense of responsibility and does his best to ensure any mission is completed as efficiently as possible. He helps perform further research on monsters and studies in different environments through varying investigations. Hymel is also one of the researchers who built the Soaratorium, even becoming the captain of that Airship.

Luce

Guild Receptionist/Wycademy Researcher, Human Monk Luce has a positive attitude and is highly respectful towards others that she meets. She is a young researcher at the Wycademy, that was immediately put on the Soaratorium the moment it was ready to lift off into the sky, acting as a guild receptionist aboard the airship.

Ms. Meow-It-All

Wycademy Research Assistant, Lynian Sorcerer Ms. Meow-it-All is a research assistant to Hymel that is known to be an extremely hard worker. She is an important member on the Soaratorium, acting as support for the laboratory on the Airship.

Wycademy Characters

Alignment: Usually neutral
Suggested Races: Any
Suggested Classes: Spellcasters

Consider the Wycademy for your character if one or more of the following sentences ring true:

• Prying into secrets and mysteries inspires your curiosity.
• You like playing artificers, sorcerer, or wizards.
• You want to make the world a better place through research.

Wycademy Backgrounds

As your training comes to an end and your adventuring career begins, you must decide where your ambitions lie in your future with the Hunter's Guild. In this section you will find some backgrounds based on the many employment opportunities a hunter has as their Hunter Rank increases.

No matter the background you pick, each member of the Hunter's Guild has the same background guild feature in addition to their normal background feature.

Feature: Unrestricted Access

The Wycademy possess and maintain their own restricted system of libraries which often include extremely detailed knowledge of creatures and secrets of the surrounding area. You are allowed access to these restricted areas, as well as most other major libraries as a matter of scholarly courtesy. You are also allowed to lodge in many wycademy owned or sponsored schools or major sites of research as a student and pilgrim.

Feature: Research Group

Your research search group is a loose network of wycademy graduates who each typically work in a different village that you share knowledge with. Their studies can help you with your hunts and investigations. You can select what you research from the Group Research table or roll randomly.

Feature: Investigation

Expanding the knowledge of your research is an important aspect of your job at the Wycademy. When you discover new information about a creature or resource related to your research, you can bring that information to a Wycademy owned location to receive a stipend. Discuss with your DM what that amount is and if you can make more depending on what you discover or as you level up.

How do I Fit In?

As a member of the Wycademy, your primary goal is to carry out research in any area you are in order to clearly note changes its ecosystem, its geography as well as its fauna and flora. Due to this, you are expected to keep tabs on the monster populations in areas and report any strange events to the Wycademy and the Hunter's Guild.

As a member of the Wycademy, you will spend time between compiling your research during down time to send to the Wycademy and joining hunters on hunts, as one of the members of the party or possibly as a handler. Self-improvement is also an important part of your mission. Anything you can do to make yourself more capable- whether learning a new spell or discovering a new technology to use -

A Wycademy Party

An adventuring party is rarely ever made up of only Wycademy members. Typically, parties will have one or two Wycademy members with members of the Hunter's Guild filling the rest of the parties' roles.

Rank and Renown

A member of the Wycademy gains renown typically when they make a new discovery, be it an unknown species, information about a known species, information about the ancient civilization, or some new use for a resource, etc. By gaining renown as a member of the Wycademy, your course of advancement leads to increased responsibility. Promotion through the ranks requires the approval of the Wycademy Director. Advancement is a reward for services rendered to the Wycademy, rather than an automatic consequence of increased renown.

Creating a Character

In the Monster Hunter video game series, you are basically a powerful warrior, with no magical ability, that swings around a giant sword or fires arrows at the creature you are hunting.

That is not the case in a Monster Hunter styled Dungeons and Dragons game. The Monster Hunter Universe was created with all official classes and races in mind. You will find weapons and monster materials, and even factions that grant extra spells to spellcasters throughout this guide and its companion book the Monster Hunter Monster Loot Tables.

Starting Monster Materials

A character has a number of monster materials already collected when they begin at a higher level. This can be explained through weapons and armor that are family heirlooms, or perhaps its from creatures the character has already hunted. The table below lists the number of materials a character starts with, but to determine which materials they have, can be found on the next page.

Other Starting Equipment

Any and all other starting equipment you get from your class or background remains the same.

Skills

Most skills in a Monster Hunter styled campaign have the exact same uses as they do in a standard Dungeons and Dragons game, but some of them that are used more frequently, have additional uses in this type of game, or perhaps just need a bit more clarification on some of the things they can do.

• Arcana. If your DM plans to use the shrine benefits or cursed shrine complications. An arcana check can help determine if it's worth touching, if the shrine is more closely related to magic than religion. An arcana check can also help identify magical effects left by creatures, such as the gore magala's frenzy virus.
• History. Used when attempting to recall information about a creature a character may have read about or has done other research on.
• Investigation. Used for finding resources in an area and looking for signs when a perception check finds nothing.
• Medicine. Can be used to determine what type of the new blight conditions (found in the MHMM) a creature is suffering from.
• Nature. Used when attempting to discern what a creature(s) is by the signs they find, the silhouettes they see off in the distance, or possibly by the impact the creature has on the environment.
• Perception. Used by both the scout and spotter roles during hunts. (see the scout and spotter role in this chapter for more information)
• Religion. If your DM plans to use the shrine benefits or cursed shrine complications. A religion check can help determine if it's worth touching, if the shrine is more religiously based.
• Stealth. Commonly used by the scout role during hunts. (see the scout role in this chapter for more information)
• Survival. Used by the trailblazer role during hunts (see the trailblazer role in this chapter for more information)

Elder Dragonborn

The Elder Dragonborn are a dragonborn variant. You can allow a player to choose one of the following dragonborn ancestries. These ancestries replace the normal draconic ancestry a dragonborn can choose in addition to replacing other traits as listed. These ancestries also provide the damage they are resistant to, if the draconic resistance trait is not replaced.

Draconic Ancestry: Dalamadur

Dalamadur dragonborn have a snake-like face, with bright red eyes, numerous fangs. Their body is covered in thick black and gray scales with many hook-like spikes along their body which start out clustered around their head and neck. When angered, their face and chest will glow red.

A dalamadur dragonborn uses the dragonborn traits in the Player's Handbook, with the following traits replacing the Ability Score Increase, Breath Weapon, and Speed.

Ability Score Increase. Your Strength score increases by 2, and your Charisma score increases by 1.

Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet, and you have a climbing speed of 30 feet.

Dalamadur Ancestry. You have advantage on saving throws against being charmed, and magic can't put you to sleep.

Darkvision. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Elder Dragon Magic. You know the firebolt cantrip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the charm person spell once, and it recharges after a long rest. When you reach 5th level, you can also cast the melf's minute meteors spell once, and it recharges after a long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells.

Draconic Ancestry: Fatalis

Fatalis dragonborn look similar to a regular dragonborn, except each day their scales change color. Fatalis dragonborn that live within society tend to only show themselves when they are one color, or cover themselves almost entirely. Outcasts or those who lean more towards evil, proudly show their heritage at all times.

A fatalis dragonborn uses the dragonborn traits in the Player's Handbook, with the following additional traits.

Darkvision. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Elder Ancestry. You have advantage on saving throws against being charmed, and frightened.

Shifting Scales. Your scales change color daily. This determines your draconic resistance and breath weapon for the day. Each day at dawn, roll a d3 and refer to the table

below to determine your scale's color.

Black Fire. When you use your breath weapon, you exhale black flames in a 15-foot cone. The damage dealt by this breath weapon is half necrotic and half fire. If the damage die is odd, the last die is dealt as necrotic damage.

Crimson Demon's Breath. When you use your breath weapon, you exhale black flames in a 5 by 30-foot line. The damage dealt by this breath weapon is half necrotic and half fire. If the damage die is odd, the last die is dealt as fire damage.

Emperor's Roar. When you use your breath weapon, you let out a cacophonous roar, calling down red lightning that strikes down in a 5-foot radius around you. The damage dealt by this breath weapon is lightning damage.

Draconic Ancestry: Jhen Mohran

Like the ceadeus dragonborn, the jhen mohran dragonborn has a portly shape. It has an almost serpentine-like body shape with two sturdy, sharp-ended tusks. A rocky spine runs along its back. Due to the calm nature of the jhen mohran, the jhen mohran dragonborn takes little notice of slights against them, and is able to think clearly when in high stress situations.

A jhen mohran dragonborn uses the dragonborn traits in the Player’s Handbook, with the following traits replacing the Ability Score Increase, Breath Weapon, and draconic resitance.

Ability Score Increase. Your Constitution score increases by 2, and your Wisdom increases by 1.

Darkvision. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Elder Dragon Magic. You can cast Enlarge spell, using Wisdom as your spellcasting ability for it. Once you cast the spell, you can't cast it again with this trait until you finish a long rest.

Elder Dragon Fortitude. You have advantage on saving throws against poison.

Hold Breath. You can hold your breath for up to 1 hour.

Sand Surfing. You have a burrow speed of 20 feet. This speed is reduced by 10 feet if you are wearing heavy armor.

Draconic Ancestry: 'Jiiva

Until it molts around middle age, the 'jiiva dragonborn has an otherworldly appearance. It has two eyes and six orange sensory organs running up the length of its horns. Parts of its body glow ethereal blue, making its skin appear crystalline and translucent. Its wings are frayed at the edge of the membrane and are grayish-blue in color. Following a skin-shedding, the 'jiiva dragonborn emerges with an appearance similar to a red dragonborn. Its scales are now rigid with some dark accents on many parts, such as the horns, feet, spikes, and wing edges. Its wing webbing and underside, however, is a tan colour.

Draconic Ancestry: Kirin

The kirin dragonborn are the fairest dragonborns, whose beauty is often compared to that of the elves. Their bodies are sleek and slender, covered by fine white and dark cyan scales. The most prominent feature is their ability to grow majestic white hair that stands on end, as if charged with static when they get angry.

A kirin dragonborn uses the dragonborn traits in the Player's Handbook, with the following traits replacing the Ability Score Increase, Breath Weapon.

    Ability Score Increase. Your Dexterity, Intelligence, and Charisma scores each increase by 1.

Control Lightning. Whenever you cast a spell that deals lightning or thunder damage, you can cast it as if you were in a space within 15 feet of your actual location.

Darkvision. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Draconic Resistance. You have resistance to lightning damage.

Elder Dragon Magic. You know the Thaumaturgy cantrip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the thunderwave spell once, and it recharges after a long rest. When you reach 5th level, you can also cast the shatter spell once, and it recharges after a long rest. Intelligence is your spellcasting ability for these spells.

Draconic Ancestry: Kulve Taroth

Kulve taroth dragonborn are slim and muscular with dark blue and golden scales covered by a metallic mantle (typically gold). They have large spiraling horns that resemble lapis lazuli, when they aren't covered in gold plating.

A kulve taroth dragonborn uses the dragonborn traits in the Player's Handbook, with the following traits replacing the Ability Score Increase and Breath Weapon traits.

Ability Score Increase. Your Charisma score increases by 2, and your Consitution score increases by 1.

Draconic Resistance. You have resistance to fire damage.

Glorious Dragonborn. You gain proficiency in the Persuasion skill.

Metallic Coat. As part of a long rest, you can produce apowerful magnetic force that attracts metals and minerals from the ground to your body and melt them with your high body temperature before letting it cool on your body, forming a metal coat. While wearing this metallic coat, your AC is 17, but your movement speed is reduced by 5 feet.

As an action you can shed the coat by entering a super heated state. Your super heated state lasts for 1 minute or until you end it as a bonus action. During it, once on each of your turns, you can deal extra fire damage to one target when you deal damage to it with an attack or a spell. The extra fire damage equals your level.

Draconic Ancestry: Kushala Daora

Recognized by their two backward curving horns that blend in with the spikes lining their back and their organic metallic scales, the kushala dragonborn are steel willed defenders. Their mantra is "a cracked scale will lead to a dragon's downfall". So they train themselves and others to the best of their ability, to protect their beliefs.

The Kushala dragonborn scales are almost a pristine silver when they are born and begin to oxidize, darkening and rusting, as they age. To counteract the rust, the dragonborn molts as it grows, like a snake, shedding its old scales and beginning the process anew. Until their elder years when their molting ceases and they slowly turn the orange-red brown color of rust over the entirety of their body.

A kushala daora dragonborn uses the dragonborn traits in the Player's Handbook, with the following traits replacing the Ability Score Increase and Breath Weapon traits.

Ability Score Increase. Your Strength, Constitution, and Intelligence scores each increase by 1.

Acclimated. You’re acclimated to high altitude, including elevations above 20,000 feet. You’re also naturally adapted to cold climates.

Draconic Resistance. You have resistance to thunder damage.

Natural Armor. Due to the constant oxidation of your metal scales, any armor you wear rusts rapidly. Your scales provide ample protection, however; it gives you a base AC of 17 (your Dexterity modifier doesn't affect this number). You gain no benefit from wearing armor, but if you are using a shield, you can apply the shield's bonus as normal.

Wind Barrier. You can use an action to summon a barrier of wind around you for 1 minute. While the barrier is active, you have half cover against range attacks, resistance to nonmagical ammunition, and disperse any fog like effect in a 5-foot radius around you. Once used, you can't use this trait again until you finish a long rest.

Draconic Ancestry: Magala

Magala dragonborn's is a unique elder dragonborn, possessing six limbs, including the clawed wings on its back. During its adolescent years, its body is covered in dark

Draconic Ancestry: Nergigante

Nergigante dragonborn have a bristly appearance. Much like their elder dragon brethren, their scales are black with purple and orange accents and sport two bulbous horns atop their head. The regenerative properties of the nergigante still flow in the blood of this elder dragonborn, though at a much slower rate. Taking hours to regrow their spikes instead of seconds.

A nergigante dragonborn uses the dragonborn traits in the Player's Handbook, with the following traits replacing the Ability Score Increase, Breath Weapon, and Draconic Resistance traits.

Ability Score Increase. Your Strength score increases by 2, and your Constitution score increases by 1.

Horns. Your horns are natural weapons, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit with them, you deal bludgeoning damage equal to 1d6 + your Strength modifier.

Indurate Spikes. You can cast shield of faith with this trait, but only target yourself. When you use this version of shield of faith, you have advantage on Constitution saving throws to maintain concentration on this spell. Once you cast this spell, you can't cast it again with this trait until you finish a long rest.

Menacing. You have proficiency in the Intimidation skills.

Natural Armor. You have tough, scaly skin. When you aren't wearing armor, your AC is 13 + your Dexterity modifier. You can use your natural armor to determine your AC if the armor you wear would leave you with a lower AC. A shield's benefits apply as normal while you use your natural armor.

Spiked Regrowth. As an action, you can regain a number of hit points equal to your level + your Constitution modifier. Once you use this trait, you can't use it again until you finish a long rest.

Draconic Ancestry: Shara Ishvalda

The shara ishvalda dragonborn are as mysterious as the elder dragon they share their lineage with. The dragonborn from this ancestry share a strange trait in which they always seem to be endlessly gazing at something that's just right past you. Although this gaze never meets your eyes, one can’t help but feel they're looking at the real you. Their bodies are lithe and athletic, boasting a variety of bright colors, mainly yellows, purples, and white. They are known to manipulate the earth to surround their body, using their innate ability to control vibration, though they are not as skilled as their elder dragon ancestors.

A shara ishvalda dragonborn uses the dragonborn traits in the Player's Handbook, with the following traits replacing the Ability Score Increase.

Ability Score Increase. Your Wisdom score increases by 2, and your Strength score increases by 1.

Breath Weapon. Your breath weapon deals thunder damage in a 5-foot wide by 30-foot long line (CON save).

Draconic Resistance. You have resistance to thunder damage.

Perceptive. You gain proficiency in the Perception skill.

Stone Shell. As an action, you gain 1d4 + 4 temporary hit points for 1 hour. At 3rd level you gain an additional 5 temporary hit points. Once you use this trait, you can't use it again until you finish a long rest.

Draconic Ancestry: Teostra & Lunastra

The teostra dragonborn has leonine features and a fiery red coloration. They have a grand mane, large fangs, and a pair of horns that curve backward. His wings are covered in fur, and its tail ends in a clump of such fur. The Lunastra dragonborn has the similar leonine features to the teostra dragonborn, but has a cool coloration. She has a prominent mane, large fangs, and a distinct crest that resembles a sort of crown. Her wings are covered in fur.

A Teostra and Lunastra dragonborn uses the dragonborn traits in the Player's Handbook, with the following traits replacing the Ability Score Increase and speed traits.

Ability Score Increase. Your Charisma score increases by 2, and your Constitution increases by 1.

Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Regal. You have advantage on Charisma checks when interacting with nobles.

Dormant Power. When you reach 3rd level, you can use a bonus action to unleash dormant elder dragon energy within yourself. Your transformation lasts for 1 minute, until you end it by expending the charges you built up or as a bonus action. Once you transform, you can’t use it again until you finish a long rest.

Searing light temporarily radiates from your eyes and mouth. For the duration, you are able to spread mass quantities of explosive powder made from your own scales, and at the end of each of your turns, each creature within 10 feet of you takes fire damage equal to your proficiency bonus.

Until the transformation ends, you gain a charge at the end of each of your turns. As an action you can expend all charges (minimum of 0) to release the stored dormant power inside of you, creating a supernova like explosion. Each creature within 10 feet of you must make a Dexterity saving throw equal to 8 + your Proficiency Bonus + your Constitution modifier. The creature takes fire equal to your level + an extra 1d6 fire damage for each charge gained on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

Damage Resistance. You have resistance to fire damage.

Darkvision. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and Draconic.

Draconic Ancestry: Vaal Hazak

    Vaal hazak dragonborn's are typically slender and covered in silver scales, which are obscured by the fleshy red veil that covers most of their body. Similar to its elder dragon relative, the elder dragonborn vaal hazak, has the ability to transform the effluvium created by the bacteria on its body, into magic.

A vaal hazak dragonborn uses the dragonborn traits in the Player's Handbook, with the following traits replacing the Ability Score Increase and Breath Weapon.

Ability Score Increase. Your Constitution score increases by 2, and your Wisdom score increases by 1.

Darkvision. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Variant Blackveil Vaal Hazak

The blackveil vaal hazak uses the vaal hazak dragonborn traits with the following traits replacing the Ability Score Increase, Effluvium Aura, and Effluvium Magic.

    Ability Score Increase. Your Constitution score increases by 2, and your Dexterity score increases by 1.

    Effluvium Explosion. As an action you create an explosion of spores that fill a 30-foot sphere centered on you for 1 minute, until a wind of moderate or greater speed (at least 10 miles per hour) disperses it, or you use the effluvium spore trait. The sphere spreads around corners, and its area is lightly obscured.
    While you remain in the spores, you know the location of all creatures and objects in the area, creatures or objects in the area can't benefit from being invisible, and you can use an action to cover one creature or object in spores.
    The spores remain on the creature for the next 24 hours, or until they completely submerge their body and anything they were wearing or carrying (when the spores attached to it) in water for 5 minutes. For the duration, you know the location of the creature or object if you are within 30 feet of it.

    Effluvium Spores. Starting at 3rd level, you can use your action to cause the effluvium spores on your body to float in a 5-foot radius around you for 1 minute, or until you end it as a bonus action. Additionally, as a bonus action you can send your spores to a location of your choosing within 30 feet of you. The spores fill a 10-foot-squared area that is 5 feet tall and remain in that location until they deal damage to a creature, or your effluvium spore duration ends. At the start of your next turn, a new set of spores floats around you once again.
    When a creature starts its turn in the spore's area or enters it for the first time on a turn, that creature takes 2 (1d4) acid damage. The damage increases to 1d6 at 7th level, 1d8 at 11th, and 1d10 at 16th level. Once you use this trait, you can't use it again until you finish a long rest.

Draconic Ancestry: Valstrax

Valstrax dragonborn are typically slender and covered in gleaming silver scales with blue eyes. Their backs are lined with fin-like projections.

A valstrax dragonborn uses the dragonborn traits in the Player's Handbook, with the following traits replacing the Ability Score Increase and Breath Weapon.

Ability Score Increase. Your Dexterity score increases by 2, and your Constitution score increases by 1.

Draconic Resistance. You have resistance to necrotic damage.

The Red Comet. Your ability to discharge draconic energy from your hands or wings allows you to move with a burst of speed that resembles a red comet traveling through space. When you move on your turn in combat, you can double your speed until the end of the turn. Once you use this trait, you can't use it again until you move 0 feet on one of your turns.

Valstrax Lineage. Starting at 3rd level, you can use your action to unleash the draconic energy within yourself, causing your eyes to glow red and two trident-like, wings to sprout from your back.

Your transformation lasts for 1 minute or until you end it as a bonus action. During it, you have a flying speed of 30 feet, and once on each of your turns, you can deal extra fire damage to one target when you deal damage to it with an attack or a spell. The extra fire damage equals your level.

Once you use this trait, you can't use it again until you finish a long rest.

Draconic Ancestry: Velkhana

Velkhana dragonborn are elegant and slim. Their scales are a unique crystalline blue, and their head has a tiara-like crown of small horns. The velkhana dragonborn have the unique ability to summon ice to cover their bodies, providing additional protection. They also can use this ice offensively against those who attack them.

A velkhana dragonborn uses the dragonborn traits in the Player's Handbook, with the following traits replacing the Ability Score Increase and Breath Weapon.

Ability Score Increase. Your Charisma score increases by 2, and your Dexterity score increases by 1.

Draconic Resistance. You have resistance to cold damage.

Draconic Ancestry: Zorah Magdaros

The zorah magdaros dragonborn is an extremely tall semi-aquatic elder dragonborn. They are covered in a rocky hide and have turtle-like characteristics, bearing a mountainous shell on its back that it can retreat under, though it is unable to walk like its elder dragon ancestor. When angered, fire, smoke, and lava constantly radiate from the creature's shell.

A zorah magdaros dragonborn uses the dragonborn traits in the Player’s Handbook, with the following traits replacing the Ability Score Increase and Breath Weapon.

Ability Score Increase. Your Constitution score increases by 2, and your Strength increases by 1.

Draconic Resistance. You have resistance to fire damage.

Elder Dragon Magic. You know the firebolt cantrip.

Natural Armor. Due to your rocky hide and the shape of                    your body, you are ill-suited to wearing armor. Your                    rocky hide provides ample protection, however; it                       gives you a base AC of 17 (your Dexterity modifier                     doesn't affect this number). You gain no benefit from                 wearing armor, but if you are using a shield, you can                  apply the shield's bonus as normal.

            Rocky Defense. You can withdraw into your rocky                    hide as an action. Until you emerge, you gain a +4                      bonus to your AC, and you have advantage on                            Strength and Constitution saving throws. While in                     your rocky hide, you are prone, your speed is 0 and                   can't increase, you have disadvantage on Dexterity                      saving throws, you can't take reactions, and the                          only action you can take is a bonus action to                                 emerge from your rocky hide.

Lynian

Lynians are sapient creatures, that are typically short of stature. There are currently three distinct groups of Lynian: the cat-like Felyne and Melynx, the lynx-like Grimalkyne and Boaboa, and the humanoid Shakalaka and Gajalaka, and the unique Uruki. The feline species are intelligent, have complex societies, and speak their own languages. Whereas the Shakalaka and Gajalaka are more primitive and tribal. The feline species tend to lead peaceful lives and often coexist with human society.

Many lynians are seen working in all sorts of human establishments or settlements. They've been seen being farmers, traders, adventurers, etc. Some lynians are known to assist hunters, and quite a few are independent "Meownster Hunters" in their own right.

Lynian Traits

Your lynian character has a variety of natural abilities, honed during their younger years.
Ability Score Increase. Your Dexterity score increases by 2.

Age. It is currently unknown exactly how old the Lynian people live to be, but they seem to have the average lifespan of most feline species.

Size. Lynians are between 2 and 3 feet tall and average about 35 pounds. Your size is Small.

Darkvision. You have a cat's keen senses, especially in the dark. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can’t discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Naturally Stealthy. You can attempt to hide even when you are obscured only by a creature that is at least one size larger than you.

Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common, Lynian, and one other language of their choice.

Subrace. Six main subraces of Lynian exist: Boaboa, Felynes, Melynx, Gajalaka, Grimalkyne, and Shakalakas. Choose one of these subraces.

Felyne

Felynes are recognized by their white fur and have the ability to talk in human language, and can be found both in human villages and in the wild.

Ability Score Increase. Your Charisma score increases by 1.

Alignment. Felynes are most often good. Those who tend toward law are found in villages working as adventurers, chefs, farmers, or traders. Those who tend toward chaos are from the wilderness and live off the land as scavengers and hunters. Felyne are good-hearted and even the tricksters among them are more playful than vicious.

Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Adaptive Fighter. You are proficient with improvised weapons.

Felyne Magic. You know the friends cantrip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the calm emotions spell once per day. When you reach 5th level, you can also cast the suggestion spell once per day. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells.

Meowster Chef. You have proficiency with cook’s utensils.

Cultured. You have proficiency in the Persuasion skill.

Melynx

Melynx are noted for their black fur and the ability to talk in human language, as well as do human activities like their fellow Lynian subspecies called the Felynes.

Ability Score Increase. Your Intelligence score increases by 1.

Alignment. Melynx tend toward chaotic alignments as they let impulse, curiosity, and mischievousness guide their decisions. Melynx that grow up in villages tend towards good, but those mistreated or those who grew up in the wilderness lean towards neutral or evil.

Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Cat's Claws. Because of your claws, you have a climbing speed of 20 feet. In addition, your claws are natural weapons, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit with them, you deal slashing damage equal to 1d4 + your Strength modifier, instead of the bludgeoning damage normal for an unarmed strike.

Kleptomaniac. You have proficiency in the Sleight of Hand skill. Additionally, you are able to determine the value of an object you have stolen,if you spend at least 1 hour inspecting or studying it without interruption. If the item is magical, you know its rarity, but not what its magical properties are.

Meowster Chef.* You have proficiency with cook’s utensils.

Shakalaka

Shakalaka are small, humanoid creatures with green skin. They wear a mask over their heads at all times, so their true faces are unknown.
   Ability Score Increase. Your Strength score increases by 1.
   Alignment. Shakalaka are typically neutral evil, as they care only for their own needs. A few shakalaka might tend toward good or neutrality, but only rarely.
   Speed. Your base walking speed is 25 feet.
   Aggressive. You pursue foes relentlessly, even at great risk to yourself. As a bonus action, you may move up to your speed towards a hostile creature you can see.
   Mask of the Wild. You can attempt to hide even when you are only lightly obscured by foliage, heavy rain, falling snow, mist, and other natural phenomena.
   Natural Athlete. You have proficiency in the Athletics skill.
   Shakalaka Weapon Training. You have proficiency with the club, greatclub, morningstar, and warhammer.

Grimalkyne

Grimalkyne resemble bipedal lynxes. They have tufted ears, and come in a variety of colors depending on the tribe.

Ability Score Increase. Your Wisdom score increases by 1.

Alignment. Most grimalkynes are good and rarely choose sides when it comes to law and chaos. Tribal leaders and warriors might be lawful, while explorers and adventurers might tend toward chaotic.

Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Keen Hearing. You have advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on hearing.

Tracker. You have proficiency in the Nature and Survival skills.

Grimalkyne Weapon Training. You have proficiency with the glaive, javelin, net, and trident.

Gajalaka

Gajalaka are short humanoids. They resemble Shakalaka more than Felynes or Grimalkynes, lacking any fur and wearing large tribal masks which leave only their bright yellow eyes visible. These red masks have different color accents, ranging from blue to yellow to purple, to represent what status ailment their weapons afflict. The Gajalaka in the Caverns of El Dorado have golden masks.

Ability Score Increase. Your Constitution score increases by 1.

Alignment. Gajalaka are proud and barbaric, and are not strongly inclined toward good. They are slow to trust, but once someone gains the trust of a gajalaka, they are considered an ally for life, or until proven otherwise.

Speed. Your base walking speed is 25 feet.

Herbalist. You have proficiency in the Nature skill.

Tool Proficiency. You have proficiency with poisoner's kit.

Tribal Mask. You have a red tribal mask that is accented by a color. Choose one color from the Tribal Mask table. Your gaja knife and your gajalaka tolerance is determined by the color of the mask's accents, as shown in the table.

Should this mask be destroyed, you can recreate a new one during a short or long rest, but the accent color cannot change.

Boaboa

The Boaboa have the basic shape of a Grimalkyne, but exhibit much thicker, white fur and a bulkier frame. They wear crude imitations of Popo heads as masks, with the tusk's tips painted in colours that correspond to the status ailment each individual Boaboa uses in combat.

Popo Mask Table

*A creature may repeat its saving throw for this condition       at the end of each of its turns

    Boa Javelin. Your javelin’s blade is coated with a viscous liquid that is an opaque color, similar to the color of your mask’s tusks. When you hit a creature with it, they take damage as normal, but they must also make a Constitution saving throw.

The DC for this saving throw equals 8 + your Constitution modifier + your proficiency bonus. On a failed save, the creature is afflicted with the condition based on your mask's tusk color and lasts for the duration listed in the Popo Mask table.

After you hit a creature with this javelin, the javelin breaks. During a short or long rest, you can create a new javelin, but you can never carry more than one boa javelin at a time.
   Boaboa Tolerance. You have advantage on saving throws against the condition associated with your tribal mask.

Troverian

Troverians are an industrious dwarf-like people who coexist with the dwarves in the village of Harth. Troverians are known to prefer living in underground areas, due to them using the many ores and minerals in the areas to produce equipment such as armour and weapons. Some troverian tribes have special ways to polish old equipment found in the field by hunters. This race is said to be "workaholics" due to them working for long periods. It's been said they can continue work day and night to produce such equipment without a need to sleep until their work is finished. Many of the troverian's clothes allow them to continue working without much problem, while also acting as their usual attire.

Trovierian Traits

Troverians resemble short, slightly stockier, and bulkier humans and are commonly mistaken for dwarves. Their skin usually tanned, Troverian males grow massive beards and moustaches, wearing them in odd but traditional shapes. Female Troverians lack facial hair all together, resembling human females with a smaller but sturdier frame.

Ability Score Increase. Your Strength score increases by 2 and your Constitution score is increased by 1.

Age. Troverians mature at the same rate as humans but live a few years less.

Alignment. Troverians care most of all about wanting to work. As such, they are usually neutral or chaotic good.

Size. Troverians stand between 4 and 5 feet tall and average about 150 pounds, similar to dwarves. Your size is Medium.

Speed. Your base walking speed is 25 feet.

Artisan's Cunning. Whenever you make an Intelligence (History) check related to the origin of metalwork or you make an Intelligence (Investigation) to identify or locate ores, you are considered proficient in the skill and add double your proficiency bonus to the check, instead of your normal proficiency bonus.

Darkvision. Accustomed to life underground, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can’t discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Heart of Fire. You have resistances to fire damage.

Troverian Magic. You know the mold earth cantrip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the heat metal spell once per day. Wisdom is your spellcasting ability for these spells.

Troverian Weapon Training. You have proficiency with the greataxe, lance, and maul.

Tool Proficiency. You have proficiency with smith's tools and mason's tools.

Workaholic. When crafting an item (XGtE p.128) as your downtime activity, you divide the gold piece cost of the item by 200 to determine the amount of workweeks it takes to craft it. You can complete multiple items in a workweek if the items' combined cost is 200 gp or lower.

Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common, Dwarvish, and Troverian.

The Wyverian

Wyverians superficially resemble humans, but they have several traits that suggest a wyvern ancestry. They have pointed ears, four-fingered hands, and an increased lifespan. Many, though not all , Wyverians also possess digitigrade legs.

Wyverians

Here you will find the general information about the wyverian race.

Ability Score Increase. Your Intelligence score increases by 2.

Age. Although wyverians reach physical maturity at about the same age as humans, the wyverian understanding of adulthood goes beyond physical growth to encompass worldly experience. A wyverian typically reaches adulthood around the age of 80 and can typically live to be 1000 years old.

Size. The average Wyverians grow to the size of a human, but shrink to about 4 feet tall as their old age begins to set in. Your size is Medium.

Alignment. Wyverians are most often good. Those who tend towards law are hunters, researchers, scholars, investigators, and soldiers. Those who tend toward chaos are hermits, sages, wanderers, and tend to prefer nature to civilization, but understand the need of both.

Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Expert. Choose one creature type. Whenever you make an Intelligence (History) check related to recall information about a creature of that type, you are considered proficient in the History skill and add double your proficiency bonus to the check, instead of your normal proficiency bonus.

Inquisitive. You have proficiency in the Investigation skill.

Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common, Draconic, and Wyverian.

Subrace. There are two kinds of wyverian: modern and ancient. These two are more akin to ancestors and descendants to each other more than true subraces. Choose one of these subraces.

Modern

Modern wyverians peacefully coexist with humans and often live among them, especially older modern wyverians, past their prime. Younger Wyverians are known to travel far and wide, often accompanying humans. Modern wyverians are usually between 20 and 200 years old.
   Ability Score Increase. Your Strength or Dexterity score increases by 1.
   Modern Magic. You know the create bonfire cantrip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the enlarge/reduce spell once per day. When you reach 5th level, you can also cast the Blindness/Deafness spell once per day. Intelligence is your spellcasting ability for these spells.
   Tool Proficiency. You have proficiency in two artisan tools of your choice.
   Wyverian Weapon Training. You have proficiency with two martial weapons of your choice.

Ancient

Ancient wyverian are the wyverian who survived the Great Dragon War and may even remember the time of the ancient civilization. They are small in stature, sometimes a bit stubborn, but always seek to help those lost in the world. Ancient wyverians are usually between 600 and 1000 years old.
   Ability Score Increase. Your Constitution score increases by 1.
   Ancient Magic. You know the druidcraft cantrip. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the barkskin spell once per day. When you reach 5th level, you can also cast the earthbind spell once per day. Intelligence is your spellcasting ability for these spells.
   Kit Proficiency. You gain proficiency with the kit of your choice: herbalism kit or poisoner's kit.
   Mask of the Wild. You can attempt to hide even when you are only lightly obscured by foliage, heavy rain, falling snow, mist, and other natural phenomena.
   Survivor. You have proficiency in the Survival skill.

Other Races

In this section of the guide to monster hunting. You will find additional races that doesn't necessarily fit with the elder dragonborn or other races already listed. These races are not typically a variant of an already established race.

New Feats

Feats can be an important part of Dungeons and Dragons and should your Dungeon Master allow them, here are a few new additional feats you are able to choose from.

Insect Glaive Mastery

You master fighting with an insect glaive, gaining the following benefits:

• Increase your Strength by 1, up to a maximum of 20.
• When you use the insect glaive standing leap property, you can now use the Attack action as part of the same action, instead of a single weapon attack. Additionally, if you use the standing leap property to jump into the air, the distance you can jump is doubled.
• When you hit a creature with a melee weapon attack from your insect glaive, while you are in the air, you can move up to 10 feet in any direction. This movement does not count against your normal movement speed or the amount of movement you gain from the standing leap property.

Improved Hammer Charge

• When you are wielding a Hammer, you can use its hammer charge property when you move 15 feet instead of 20.
• If you jump when performing a hammer charge, you perform a spinning hammer charge that allows you to pass through a hostile creatures space without provoking opportunity attacks.
• You can add the extra damage from the hammer charge to 1 additional attack on this turn for every 5 feet you jump during the charge, so long as the attacks target a creature you passed through during the spinning hammer charge.

Kinsect Mastery

You can use an action to have your kinsect act as if it was summoned by the find familiar spell, with the following differences:

• It can only be used in this way for a total of 1 hour each day.
• It cannot be dismissed, instead you can use an action to call it back to you.
• It uses the stat block of a hawk (MM p.330).
• When its hit points reaches 0 it reappears on your insect glaive at full hit points and will resume what it was last doing unless told otherwise.
• It can use its action to absorb a creature's essence in the standard order, but it can return this essence to you or one other creature you designate as an action.
• While being used in this way, you cannot use it to attack as part of your Attack action.

Master Craftsman

• Increase your Intelligence or Wisdom score by 1, up to a maximum of 20.
• You gain proficiency with one tool of your choice that is listed in the combo list section of chapter 3.
• Whenever you attempt to craft anything from the combo list, the DC to craft it is reduced by the number of times this feat has been taken by you.
• You can select this feat multiple times. Each time you do so, you must choose a different tool.

Master Mounter

Prerequisite: 8th level or higher

• You have advantage on Strength (Athletics) or Dexterity (Acrobatics) checks to climb onto a bigger creature (DMG p.271) or remain on a creature you are already on.
• While you remain on a bigger creature, you can use your action to make an unarmed strike against the creature. On a hit, the creature must use its reaction to move up to half its movement speed in a direction of your choice. If it hits a solid object - that is as big or larger than it - before the end of its movement, the creature is knocked prone. If the creature would enter into any environmental hazard dangerous to the creature (such as falling off a cliff when it can't fly, or into lava when it isn't immune to fire), it instead falls prone in the space adjacent to the hazard.

Switch Axe Mastery

You master fighting with the switch axe, gaining the following benefits:

• Increase your Strength by 1, up to a maximum of 20.
• When you use a phial and critically hit with this weapon, you regain a number of expended phials equal to half the cost of the one you used (rounded up).
• Your phials save DC is increased by 1.
• You can use a free action on your turn to switch weapon modes. This replaces your free action to draw or stow a weapon.

Additional Wildshapes

Prerequisite: Druid

Choose a creature type: Bird Wyverns, Brute Wyverns, Fanged Wyverns, Flying Wyverns, Leviathans, Neopterons & Temnoceran, Piscine Wyverns.

You can use your Wild Shape to transform into a creature from the type you chose (you ignore the fact that the creature isn't a beast, but must abide by the other wildshape limitations for your level). Additionally when you wildshape into one of these creatures, you cannot use their legendary resistances (if it has any), any recharge ability can only be used once per wildshape, and you cannot use any action or ability that can only be used a limited number of times a day/rest.

You can select this feat multiple times. Each time you do so, you must choose a different creature type.

Your Role on a Hunt

When your party goes on a hunt or heads out on an expedition, you choose a role from the ones detailed below. Each role can be only chosen by one character, except for the spotter role.

Sometimes the party may split up. When split into groups of two the only roles available are the trailblazer and spotter.

If someone is alone, they are both the trailblazer and spotter, but they either have to choose to take disadvantage on their survival roll for finding signs or take a -4 to their passive perception.

Ingredient Cost

There is always a cost when cooking a meal. Wether you use your supplies to go out and collect local foliage and fauna or purchase it in the market. The cost of preparing a meal depends on its rank. A Rank 1 meal costs 1 sp; Rank 2 meals, 1 gp; Rank 3 meals, 5 gp; and Rank 4 meals, 10 gp.

Cooking higher ranked meals

More recipes will become available to you as you increase your hunter rank.

You are able to cook rank 2 meals at 5th level, rank 3 meals at 10th level, rank 4 meals at 15th level.

Rank 1

*DC is increased by 2 for each serving over 4

New Downtime Activities

Trenya

Trenya travels to various regions in his boat. A character can travel with Trenya on adventures. Trenya can help gather items for hunters, some of which can only be obtained through him. Trenya is a great way to gather materials for upgrading weapons and armor.

Resources. This activity requires one workweek of effort and the character chooses the location for the adventure. The character has a choice between these locations: snowy mountains, jungle, desert, or swamp. Once the location is set, the character pays Trenya 200gp, 500gp, or 1500gp.

Resolution. Depending on the location and how much the character spent they will need to make a number of checks; a Strength (Athletics) check, a Dexterity (Stealth) check, an Intelligence (Investigation) check, a Wisdom (Perception) check, and a Charisma (Intimidation, Persuasion, or Deception) check. The character can only use each skill once and once they fail a check the adventure is over and they return home.

If only one check is successful, the character rolls on the general section of the table.

If two checks are successful, the character rolls on the first and second level of the table.

If three checks are successful, the character rolls on the first, second, and third level of the table.

If four checks are successful, the character rolls on the fourth and below levels of the table. If there is no fourth level or higher, the character may roll once again on a previous level.

If all five checks are successful, the character rolls on each level of the table. If there is no fifth level, the character may roll once again on a previous level.

• Some of the items listed on Trenya loot tables do not yet have a purpose. Either the creature's loot table has not been created as of yet, their purpose has not yet been determined, or they are junk that only has a gold value.

500gp Adventures (DC 17)

Level	D%	Snowy Mountains
1.General	d2	Flute, Net
2.Fish	—	Small Goldenfish
3.Insects	d2	Thunderbug, Godbug
4.Monster	d6	Arzuros Pelt , Electro Sac, Gammoth Pelt, Med Monster Bone, Pale Extract, Monster Fluid
5.Unique	—	Bag of Holding (DMG p.153)

1500gp Adventures (DC 22)

Sell Materials

Selling materials can be a difficult task at times. Demand is not always there and even if you have a legitimate buyer for one you may still not get the price you are expecting.

Resources. A character can find a buyer for a specific material by spending one workweek and 25gp, which is used to spread word of the desired sale. A character can pick up to 10 materials at a time to sell.

Resolution. A character who wants to sell materials must make a Charisma (Persuasion) check to determine what kind of offer comes in. The character can always opt not to sell, instead forfeiting the workweek of effort and trying again later. Use the Material Base Price and Material Item Offer tables below to determine the sale price.

Palico Farm

A character who has the time, the money, and the needed tools can use downtime collecting resources at the palico farm.

Resources. This activity requires access to a farm run by felyne and melynx (typically found in any village or town), one workweek of effort plus a cost of 25 gp for access to the farm and tools required for the work.

Resolution. Choose a location stat block appropriate for your level or lower, and the area you are in. The character then chooses three resources to collect between: fish, insects, mushroom, or plants. The character can pick the same resource multiple times, but they cannot pick a resource that is not on the location stat block they chose. The character then makes three skill checks, one for each resource they chose. The DC is equal to the resource DC in the location stat block.

The type of check they make depends on the resource they are attempting to obtain. For fish, they make a Strength (Athletics) or Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) check. For insects, they make a Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) or Wisdom (Nature) check. For mushrooms, they make a Wisdom (Nature) or Wisdom (Survival) check. For plants, they make a Wisdom (Nature) or Wisdom (Survival) check.

For each successful check, the character rolls on the location stat blocks resource table, gaining the resource listed.

Equipment

Equipment and Equipment Crafting are essentials of Monster Hunter. Players will seek out monster materials to use to improve their weapons, armor, and consumables. Below you will find the rules for weapons and armor, new items, and crafting.

Clothing

A class that does not use armor such as a barbarian, monk, or some spellcasters can choose a piece of clothing as their armor. For example, this could be a robe, a tunic, or a loincloth. This armor provides no AC increase, but they can have their rarity upgrade the same way as a normal piece of armor can be to increase the material slots for magical effects.

Upgrading your armor

When you want to upgrade your armor consult the table below. Once you have the correct number of resources, a smithy will upgrade your armor for the cost listed. It takes one week to complete the process.

*Some creature materials will state that it is a "rarity" armor crafting material, these can be used in place of the resources listed in the table above.

Shields

Shields in the Monster Hunter universe can only be used with a weapon that already provides it. Any AC bonus it may provide is increased as the weapon's rarity changes, as shown in the weapons information in appendix B.

Weapons

Your class grants proficiency in certain weapons, reflecting both the class's focus and the tools you are most likely to use. Whether you favor an insect glaive or a heavy bowgun, your weapon and your ability to wield it effectively can mean the difference between life and death while adventuring.

There are 21 types of weapons in the Monster Hunter universe: Accel Axe, Charge Blade, Dual Blades, Great Sword, Gunlance, Hammer, Hunting Horn, Insect Glaive, Lance, Longsword, Magnet Spike, Magus Staff, Splint Rapier, Switch Axe, Sword & Shield, Tonfas, Wyvern Boomerang Bow, Dual Repeaters, Light Bowgun, and Heavy Bowgun. These are the only weapons available to the players and other npcs. Standard D&D weapons do not exist in this world, but their proficiencies are still used to determine which type of weapon each class can use. You can find information about each weapon’s compatible proficiencies in the weapon section of this guide.