8-bit Monsters

In this episode of 8-bit Monsters' Monster Deconstruction for D&D 5e we look over the abyssal wretch from Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes. This basic monster is an easy CR ¼ monster for monster players to defeat. As we deconstruct this monster, though, this might not be the case for every class to easily defeat the abyssal wretch. This episode quickly covers the little bits of traits but goes into discusses about the big differences a simple resistance to cold, fire, and lightening and immunity to poison can make in a match.

New Episodes every 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd of the month!

The idea of this podcast is to break monsters down into their bare components: DCR & OCR. These two values will allow us to see how strong they are and to see where D&D got the CR values from. I'm doing this because all too often, players skip right to level 3 to avoid the hell levels and possibly end up dead. Generally, each monster is a balancing act that isn't equal to the final value.

If you like what you hear and want to see this process in a visual medium. Then come stop by my YouTube channel (Andrew Fillhart) and watch the magic in action. There will be extras at YouTube not present here in the podcast.

Email: [email protected]

Socials:

YouTube Channel: Andrew Fillhart https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3FK-AZHkD96I-DuZzbWlIA

Instagram: Zerrian https://www.instagram.com/zerrian/

Twitter: @8bitTarot https://twitter.com/8bitTarot

TikTok: @8bit_monsters https://www.tiktok.com/@8bit_monsters

Credits:

Artwork: Created by Andrew Fillhart

Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com

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In this episode of 8-bit Monsters' Monster Deconstruction for D&D 5e we look over the hook horror monstrosity. This monster is as basic as they come for a CR 3. With virtually nothing special in it's skills & traits area to the quick actions section. This monster proves to be a fast deconstruction but shows some interesting numbers when it comes to the DCR & OCR sections and review.

New Episodes every 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd of the month!

The idea of this podcast is to break monsters down into their bare components: DCR & OCR. These two values will allow us to see how strong they are and to see where D&D got the CR values from. I'm doing this because all too often, players skip right to level 3 to avoid the hell levels and possibly end up dead. Generally, each monster is a balancing act that isn't equal to the final value.

If you like what you hear and want to see this process in a visual medium. Then come stop by my YouTube channel (Andrew Fillhart) and watch the magic in action. There will be extras there not present here in the podcast.

Email: [email protected]

Socials:

YouTube Channel: Andrew Fillhart https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3FK-AZHkD96I-DuZzbWlIA

Instagram: Zerrian https://www.instagram.com/zerrian/

Twitter: @8bitTarot https://twitter.com/8bitTarot

TikTok: @8bit_monsters https://www.tiktok.com/@8bit_monsters

Credits:

Artwork: Created by Andrew Fillhart

Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com

BG Image: Image by Chris Fiedler from https://pixabay.com

In this episode of 8-bit Monsters, Monster Deconstruction for D&D 5e. I discuss the changes coming to the podcast for Season 2. Much has gone on since I last recorded and uploaded a scheduled podcast. I've since changed the videos I upload to YouTube and now can make both the YouTube channel and podcast unique and different! If anything, I may now upload my podcast episodes to YouTube, lmao. Anyways, this short update announcement just goes over what's been going on and how my videos/podcast have evolved and quickly!

New Episodes every 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd of the month!

The idea of this podcast is to break monsters down into their bare components: DCR & OCR. These two values will allow us to see how strong they are and to see where D&D got the CR values from. I'm doing this because all too often, players skip right to level 3 to avoid the hell levels and possibly end up dead. Generally, each monster is a balancing act that isn't equal to the final value.

Socials:

YouTube Channel: Andrew Fillhart https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3FK-AZHkD96I-DuZzbWlIA

Instagram: Zerrian https://www.instagram.com/zerrian/

Twitter: @8bitTarot https://twitter.com/8bitTarot

TikTok: @8bit_monsters https://www.tiktok.com/@8bit_monsters

Credits:

Artwork: Created by Andrew Fillhart

Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com

BG Image: Image by Chris Fiedler from https://pixabay.com

In this episode of 8-bit Monsters' Monster Deconstruction for D&D 5e we look over the remorhaz, the terror of the frozen norths. This monster was more technical, this time, to pull together and used the mechanics found in the giant frog as well as a new feature we haven't looked at yet. So come join us on this quick journey to see how the CR of the remorhaz fairs and if it's a properly balanced monster or not! I hope you enjoy it, it's a fiery good time.

New Episodes every 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd of the month!

The idea of this podcast is to break monsters down into their bare components: DCR & OCR. These two values will allow us to see how strong they are and to see where D&D got the CR values from. I'm doing this because all too often, players skip right to level 3 to avoid the hell levels and possibly end up dead. Generally, each monster is a balancing act that isn't equal to the final value.

If you like what you hear and want to see this process in a visual medium. Then come stop by my YouTube channel (Andrew Fillhart) and watch the magic in action. There will be extras there not present here in the podcast.

Credits:

Artwork: Created by Andrew Fillhart

Charts & Stat Blocks: Created at The Homebrewery from https://homebrewery.naturalcrit.com

Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com

BG Image: Image by Chris Fiedler from https://pixabay.com

In this episode of 8-bit Monsters' Monster Deconstruction for D&D 5e we look over the anvilwrought raptor. A construct created for purposes of carrying messages to and from people that could afford these flying, mechanical raptors. As well as being used for spying and other nefarious deeds. The great thing is that this raptor could be used a familiar if the DM allows it as per the variant rules not covered in this episode. Just as usual though, the findings of this raptor's CR value should come at no surprise and taking a listen will provide valuable information for any DM or player if they're used in combat.

New Episodes every 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd of the month!

The idea of this podcast is to break monsters down into their bare components: DCR & OCR. These two values will allow us to see how strong they are and to see where D&D got the CR values from. I'm doing this because all too often, players skip right to level 3 to avoid the hell levels and possibly end up dead. Generally, each monster is a balancing act that isn't equal to the final value.

If you like what you hear and want to see this process in a visual medium. Then come stop by my YouTube channel (Andrew Fillhart) and watch the magic in action. There will be extras there not present here in the podcast.

Credits:

In this episode of 8-bit Monsters' Monster Deconstruction for D&D 5e we look over the Orc Claw of Luthic. These female orc clan members show service to the clan through their healing arts and protection in home lands. Don't let this fool your adventuring party though. If provoked, the orc claws aren't named so for their looks. The claws are lacquered to  razor points and used for fighting. Listen in to see how this divine caster can also put up a good fight!

New Episodes every 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd of the month!

The idea of this podcast is to break monsters down into their bare components: DCR & OCR. These two values will allow us to see how strong they are and to see where D&D got the CR values from. I'm doing this because all too often, players skip right to level 3 to avoid the hell levels and possibly end up dead. Generally, each monster is a balancing act that isn't equal to the final value.

If you like what you hear and want to see this process in a visual medium. Then come stop by my YouTube channel (Andrew Fillhart) and watch the magic in action. There will be extras there not present here in the podcast.

Credits:

In this episode of 8-bit Monsters' Monster Deconstruction for D&D 5e we look over the shape-changing Yuan-ti Mind Whisperer. This is a fun monster that not only combines the shapeshifting from last weeks Werewolf but also includes innate spellcasting and regular Warlock spellcasting. This gives the monster a very rounded approach to not only casting spells to subdue players but also strong melee attacks as well. I hope you enjoy this weeks episode because it leaves some unanswered questions and a first for the podcast.

New Episodes every 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd of every month!

The idea of this podcast is to break monsters down into their bare components: DCR & OCR. These two values will allow us to see how strong they are and to see where D&D got the CR values from. I'm doing this because all too often, players skip right to level 3 to avoid the hell levels and possibly end up dead. Generally, each monster is a balancing act that isn't equal to the final value.

If you like what you hear and want to see this process in a visual medium. Then come stop by my YouTube channel (Andrew Fillhart) and watch the magic in action. There will be extras there not present here in the podcast.

Credits:

In this episode of 8-bit Monsters' Monster Deconstruction for D&D 5e we look over the shape-changing werewolf and the dangers that the party can encounter when running into this beast of the night. This episode was a surprising one and a bit different than our usual fare. On top of that, I swapped my recording location and there is a small amount of an echo but shouldn't be too distracting. I'm working out the best methods for top level recording without having to spend a fortune. With that, I hope you enjoy this episodes howl at the moon and learn a thing or two about the dangers of the D&D 5e werewolf.

New Episodes every 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd of every month!

The idea of this podcast is to break monsters down into their bare components: DCR & OCR. These two values will allow us to see how strong they are and to see where D&D got the CR values from. I'm doing this because all too often, players skip right to level 3 to avoid the hell levels and possibly end up dead. Generally, each monster is a balancing act that isn't equal to the final value.

If you like what you hear and want to see this process in a visual medium. Then come stop by my YouTube channel (Andrew Fillhart) and watch the magic in action. There will be extras there not present here in the podcast.

Credits:

In this episode of 8-bit Monsters' Monster Deconstruction for D&D 5e we look over the enchanter. This CR 5 humanoid is a full fledged caster and all of it's offensive capabilities will come from any damaging spells they may have. Luckily there were only a few to go over but it made it easier to calculate the final CR for this enchanter. If you'd like to see spell damage table and calculated DPR for this enchanter, then see my Google sheet for this spell caster.

New Episodes every 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd of every month!

The idea of this podcast is to break monsters down into their bare components: DCR & OCR. These two values will allow us to see how strong they are and to see where D&D got the CR values from. I'm doing this because all too often, players skip right to level 3 to avoid the hell levels and possibly end up dead. Generally, each monster is a balancing act that isn't equal to the final value.

If you like what you hear and want to see this process in a visual medium. Then come stop by my YouTube channel and watch the magic in action. There will be extras not present here in the podcast.

Credits:

In this episode of 8-bit Monsters' Monster Deconstruction for D&D 5e we look over the bandit captain and see how this ruffian leads a band of misfits and dregs of society into a somewhat functioning organization that steals and pillages local towns, travels, and the such. The bandit captain has some new features not yet discussed on the podcast that show how these extra little features really change the final CR of the monster.

New Episodes every 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd of every month!

The idea of this podcast is to break monsters down into their bare components: DCR & OCR. These two values will allow us to see how strong they are and to see where D&D got the CR values from. I'm doing this because all too often, players skip right to level 3 to avoid the hell levels and possibly end up dead. Generally, each monster is a balancing act that isn't equal to the final value.

If you like what you hear and want to see this process in a visual medium. Then come stop by my YouTube channel and watch the magic in action. There will be extras not present here in the podcast.

Credits: