Despair Archdragon
A dread-feeding dragon drinks in the terror it inspires for strength, and floods an attacker's mind with their worst fears on a solid hit.
The despair archdragon feeds on dread itself, drinking down the terror it inspires and drowning the brave in visions of their own worst fears.
It gains a +2 status bonus to all saves vs. occult.
In play
Frightful Presence (aura, emotion, fear, mental) 120 feet. DC 45
Consume Fear [Reaction] (occult) Trigger A creature within 60 feet loses the frightened condition; Effect The dragon feasts upon the fear that leaves the triggering creature's body, gaining 9d8 temporary Hit Points that last for 1 minute.
Unbidden Thoughts [Reaction] (fear, emotion, mental, occult) Trigger The dragon is critically hit with a weapon or unarmed attack; Effect The attacker's mind fills with visions of their worst fears that overwhelm their senses, and they must choose one of the following results: either the triggering attack becomes a normal Strike, or the cri
Level 22
Perception +38 · Senses greater darkvision, fearsense (precise) 60 feet, scent (imprecise) 60 feet · Languages Common, Draconic; telepathy 90 feet, _truespeech_ · Skills Acrobatics +37, Athletics +39, Deception +38, Diplomacy +38, Intimidation +41, Occultism +35, Society +35, Stealth +39
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +10 | +6 | +5 | +6 | +6 | +8 |
| AC | Fort | Ref | Will |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 | +34 | +36 | +38 |
HP 415 · Immunities fear, paralyzed, sleep
Speed 60 feet, fly 180 feet
Actions
- Melee Jaws [Single Action] +39 (reach 20 ft, Magical), Damage 4d12+22 piercing
- Melee Claw [Single Action] +39 (reach 15 ft, Agile, magical), Damage 4d10+22 slashing
- Melee Tail [Single Action] +37 (reach 25 ft, Magical), Damage 4d8+20 piercing
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