Mage Apprentice
Monster Manual (2025) p. 198
- Size
- Small
- Type
- humanoid
- Alignment
- neutral
- AC
- 15
- Initiative
- 2
- Hit Points
- 49 (9d8+9)
- Speed
- walk 30 ft.
- Saving Throws
- Wis +3, Int +5
- Skills
- Arcana +5, Perception +3
- Passive Perception
- 13
- Languages
- Common plus one other language
- Challenge
- 2
- Environment
- any
Traits
Proficiency Bonus
+2
Gear
Component Pouch
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
Arcane Burst
Melee or Ranged Attack Roll: +5, reach 5 ft. or range 120 ft. Hit: 14 (2d10 + 3) Force damage.
Spellcasting
The mage casts one of the following spells, using Intelligence as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 13, +5 to hit with spell attacks):
- At will: Mage Hand, Prestidigitation
- 1/day each: Disguise Self, Ice Knife, Mage Armor (included in AC), Thunderwave
Spells
Mage Hand [5.5e], Prestidigitation [5.5e], Disguise Self [5.5e], Ice Knife [5.5e], Mage Armor [5.5e], Thunderwave [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 Apprentice: Mage apprentices are spellcasters of humble skill. Some are students of accomplished mages, while others have innate powers.