Large construct (modron), lawful neutral
Armor Class 18 (natural armor)
Hit Points 82 (11d10 + 22)
Speed 40 ft.
Proficiency Bonus +2
Proficiency Bonus +2 (5th Edition Advanced Mode)
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 (+3) | 16 (+3) | 14 (+2) | 13 (+1) | 13 (+1) | 15 (+2) |
Skills Perception +4
Senses truesight 120 ft., passive Perception 14
Languages Modron
Challenge 4 (1,100 XP)
Axiomatic Mind. The nonaton can’t be compelled to act in a manner contrary to its nature or its instructions.
Disintegration. lf the nonaton dies, its body disintegrates into dust, leaving behind its weapons and anything else it was carrying.
Innate Spellcasting. The decaton’s innate spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC 11). It can innately cast the following spells, requiring no components:
- At will: detect charm, detect evil and good, detect thoughts, mirror image, slow, web, zone of truth.
- 1/day: power word stun
Spellcasting. The nonaton cast spells as 11th-level cleric, but cannot affect undeads. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC 11, +3 to hit with spell attacks). It has the following cleric spells prepared:
- Cantrips (at will): Light, Mending, Resistance
- 1st level (4 slots): Cure Wounds (constructs only), Detect Magic, Sanctuary
- 2nd level (3 slots): Aid, Enhance Ability, Locate Object, Silence
- 3rd level (3 slots): Dispel Magic, Glyph of Warding, Life Transference (constructs only)
- 4th level (3 slots): Freedom of Movement, Locate Creature
- 5th level (2 slots): Dispel Evil and Good, Geas
- 6th level (1 slots): Find the Path
ACTIONS
Multiattack. The nonaton makes nine arm attacks.
Arm. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) bludgeoning, piercing or slashing damage.
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.
It is the lack of something that move and motivate characters, not the abundance of it
DESCRIPTION
A Nonaton is a type of modron, a race of mechanical beings that inhabit the plane of Mechanus. A Nonaton is one of the highest-ranking modrons, second only to the Decaton in authority. A Nonaton resembles a large metal cylinder with nine arms, each ending in a different weapon or tool. A Nonaton has a single eye that can rotate around its body, giving it a 360-degree vision. A Nonaton is responsible for overseeing the operations of 81 Decatons, each commanding 81 Novatons, and so on. A Nonaton is loyal to the will of Primus, the godlike ruler of Mechanus and the modrons.
There are at least 81 nonaton posts identified in modron society, and there may be more. These cylindrical modrons act as commissars and chief inspectors of the modron universe. Nine nonatons carry the orders of the octons, 64 regulate the actions of the decatons on the 64 wheels of the realm, and eight monitor the loyalties of the decatons of the army. Each nonaton has ten decaton lieutenants, who in turn have five pentadrones to serve them.
COMBAT
A Nonaton is a formidable opponent in combat, capable of using its nine arms to attack multiple enemies at once. A Nonaton can also cast spells as a 9th-level wizard, using its eye as a focus. A Nonaton prefers to use spells that enhance its defenses, such as shield, mirror image, or blur, or that hinder its foes, such as hold person, slow, or web. A Nonaton rarely engages in melee combat, preferring to keep its distance and use its ranged weapons, such as crossbows, darts, or slings. A Nonaton can also summon other modrons to aid it in battle, such as monodrones, duodrones, or tridrones.
Nonatons usually head investigations of rogue modron units and handle small-party invasions from other planes. In the latter case, they first attempt to detect the invaders’ intentions, then act accordingly.
HABITAT / SOCIETY
A Nonaton lives in Mechanus, the plane of absolute order and law. Mechanus is composed of infinite gears of various sizes and shapes, each rotating with perfect precision and harmony. The modrons are the native inhabitants of Mechanus, and they follow a strict hierarchy based on their shape and number. A Nonaton is one of the rarest and most powerful modrons, and it commands a vast army of lower-ranking modrons. A Nonaton reports directly to the Decaton, who in turn reports to Primus. A Nonaton has no personality or emotions, and it only cares about fulfilling its assigned tasks and maintaining order in Mechanus.
ECOLOGY
A Nonaton is not a living creature, but a construct made of metal and magic. A Nonaton does not need to eat, drink, sleep, or breathe, but it does require regular maintenance and repairs. A Nonaton can be damaged by physical attacks or by spells that affect metal or constructs, such as heat metal, shatter, or disintegrate. A Nonaton can be healed by spells that affect constructs, such as mending, make whole, or regenerate. A Nonaton can also be reprogrammed or controlled by spells that affect machines or minds, such as command, dominate person, or geas. A Nonaton has no natural enemies or allies, except for other modrons and Primus.