Medium elemental (true elemental), neutral
Armor Class 18 (plate)
Hit Points 117 (18d8 + 36)
Speed 30 ft., fly 30 ft. (hover)
Proficiency Bonus +3
Proficiency Bonus +7 (5th Edition Advanced Mode)
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 (+4) | 14 (+2) | 14 (+2) | 9 (-1) | 10 (+0) | 10 (+0) |
Saving Throws (suggested) Str +7, Dex +5
Damage Resistances lightning, thunder; bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing from nonmagical attacks
Damage Immunities poison
Condition Immunities paralyzed, petrified, poisoned, prone
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 10
Languages Auran, one language of its creator’s choice
Challenge 7 (2900 XP)
Air Favored Terrain (suggested). When the air elemental is flying and at least 15 feet above the ground, it has advantage on attack rolls and deals an extra 2 damage on a hit. When the air elemental is flying and at least 15 feet above the ground, its opponents have disadvantage on attack rolls against it.
Magic Weapons. The myrmidon’s weapon attacks are magical.
ACTIONS
- Multiattack. The myrmidon makes three flail attacks.
- Flail. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 8 (1d8 + 4) bludgeoning damage.
- Lightning Strike (Recharge 6). The myrmidon makes one flail attack. On a hit, the target takes an extra 18 (4d8) lightning damage, and the target must succeed on a DC 13 Constitution saving throw or be stunned until the end of the myrmidon’s next t urn.
5th Edition Advanced Mode
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The Game Master has the option to use any and all of the instances proposed in this guide, or just some of them according to their preference.
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Description
An air elemental myrmidon is a powerful elemental creature that has been conjured and bound by magic into a suit of plate armor. The armor is ritually created and engraved with symbols of air and storms. The myrmidon has no memory of its former existence as a free elemental, and obeys only the commands of its creator.
The myrmidon appears as a humanoid figure made of swirling air, with a vague semblance of a face. It can turn itself into a screaming cyclone, creating a whirlwind that batters creatures even as it flings them away. It can also unleash bolts of lightning from its flail, a weapon that resembles a spiked ball attached to a chain.
Combat
An air elemental myrmidon is a formidable opponent in combat, especially in open areas where it can fly and maneuver freely. It can use its flail to strike multiple times, dealing both bludgeoning and lightning damage. It can also use its lightning strike ability to deal extra damage and stun its target.
The myrmidon is resistant to lightning, thunder, and nonmagical physical attacks, and immune to poison and several conditions. It can also enter a hostile creature’s space and stop there, making it hard to escape or attack. However, it is vulnerable to water, which can slow it down and harm it.
Habitat / Society
An air elemental myrmidon does not have a natural habitat or society, as it is an artificial creation. It is usually found in the service of powerful mages, cults, or organizations that have the means and knowledge to summon and bind elementals. It may guard a location, perform a task, or accompany its creator on missions.
The myrmidon does not have any personality or emotions, and does not communicate with other creatures unless ordered to do so. It speaks Auran, the language of air elementals, and one other language of its creator’s choice.
Ecology
An air elemental myrmidon does not have any natural role in the ecology of the world, as it is an unnatural being. It does not need to eat, drink, or sleep, and does not reproduce. It may affect the environment around it with its wind and lightning powers, but only as directed by its creator.
The myrmidon may be opposed by druids, rangers, or other protectors of nature, who see it as an abomination and a violation of the elemental balance. It may also be sought after by adventurers, treasure hunters, or enemies of its creator, who may want to destroy it, capture it, or free it from its bondage.