Mage
Monster Manual (2025) p. 199
- Size
- Small
- Type
- humanoid
- Alignment
- neutral
- AC
- 15
- Initiative
- 2
- Hit Points
- 81 (18d8)
- Speed
- walk 30 ft.
- Saving Throws
- Wis +4, Int +6
- Skills
- Arcana +6, History +6, Perception +4
- Passive Perception
- 14
- Languages
- Common and any three languages
- Challenge
- 6
- Lineage
- Mage
- Environment
- any
Traits
Proficiency Bonus
+3
Gear
Wand
Treasure
Arcana: The monster's treasure hoard features magic items with the noted theme. The Dungeon Master's Guide details treasure hoards appropriate for each theme. Individual: The monster doesn't have a treasure hoard, but it might keep monetary treasure.
Size
Small, Medium
Actions
Multiattack
The mage makes three Arcane Burst attacks.
Arcane Burst
Melee or Ranged Attack Roll: +6, reach 5 ft. or range 120 ft. Hit: 16 (3d8 + 3) Force damage.
Spellcasting
The mage casts one of the following spells, using Intelligence as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 14):
- At will: Detect Magic, Light, Mage Armor (included in AC), Mage Hand, Prestidigitation
- 2/day each: Fireball (level 4 version), Invisibility
- 1/day each: Cone of Cold, Fly
Misty Step (3/Day) (Bonus Action)
The mage casts Misty Step, using the same spellcasting ability as Spellcasting.
recharge
3/DAY
Reactions
Protective Magic (3/Day)
The mage casts Counterspell or Shield in response to the spell's trigger, using the same spellcasting ability as Spellcasting.
recharge
3/DAY
Spells
Detect Magic [5.5e], Light [5.5e], Mage Armor [5.5e], Mage Hand [5.5e], Prestidigitation [5.5e], Fireball [5.5e], Invisibility [5.5e], Cone of Cold [5.5e], Fly [5.5e], Misty Step [5.5e]
Other data
description
Mages are magical wonder-workers, ranging from spellcasting overlords to reclusive witches. They study mystical secrets and possess insight into monsters, legends, omens, and other lore. Mages often gather allies or hire assistants to aid them in their research or to attain magical might.
Roll on or choose a result from the Mage Roles table to inspire different sorts of mages.
Mage Roles:
| 1d10 | The Mage Is... |
|---|---|
| 1 | An astronomer who draws magic from stars. |
| 2 | An author who writes about the occult. |
| 3 | A magical engineer who creates wonders. |
| 4 | An oracle who interprets omens. |
| 5 | A prodigy with a remarkable magical heritage. |
| 6 | A psion whose powers manifest as spells. |
| 7 | A scholar investigating ancient lore. |
| 8 | A soothsayer who advises rulers. |
| 9 | A war mage who aids soldiers in battle. |
| 10 | A witch who shares secret wisdom. |
Mage: Mages are accomplished spellcasters whose lives have been shaped by magic. They can use their powers to defend or dominate other creatures, or they could focus on magical research and unlocking mystical secrets.