Small humanoid (kobold), lawful evil
Armor Class 13
Hit Points 7 (3d6 – 3)
Speed 30 ft., fly 30 ft.
Proficiency Bonus +2
Proficiency Bonus +2 (5th Edition Advanced Mode)
| STR | DEX | CON | INT | WIS | CHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 (-2) | 16 (+3) | 9 (-1) | 8 (-1) | 7 (-2) | 8 (-1) |
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 8
Languages Common, Draconic
Challenge 1/4 (50 XP)
Sunlight Sensitivity. While in sunlight, the kobold has disadvantage on attack rolls, as well as on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight.
Pack Tactics. The kobold has advantage on an attack roll against a creature if at least one of the kobold’s allies is within 5 feet of the creature and the ally isn’t incapacitated.
ACTIONS
- Dagger. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d4 + 3) piercing damage.
- Dropped Rock. Ranged Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, one target directly below the kobold. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) bludgeoning 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.
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DESCRIPTION
A winged kobold is a small humanoid creature with reptilian features and a pair of leathery wings. They have reddish-brown or black scales, orange or yellow eyes, and a long tail. They are distant relatives of the more common kobolds, but they are considered a separate race by most scholars. They speak Common and Draconic, and often worship Tiamat, the evil dragon goddess.
COMBAT
Winged kobolds are cowardly and cunning, preferring to avoid direct confrontation with stronger foes. They use their flight ability to ambush, harass, or flee from their enemies, often dropping rocks or other improvised weapons from above. They also rely on their pack tactics, gaining advantage on their attacks when they have allies nearby. They are vulnerable to sunlight, which impairs their vision and accuracy.
HABITAT / SOCIETY
Winged kobolds usually live in high places, such as mountains, cliffs, or tall buildings. They form small clans or tribes, led by the strongest or most charismatic member. They often ally themselves with other kobolds or evil dragons, serving as scouts, messengers, or aerial support. They are envious of other flying creatures, especially rocs and dragons, and sometimes try to steal their eggs or treasure.
Winged kobolds are not well-liked by their wingless kin, who resent them for their flight ability and see them as favored by Kuraulyek, a winged godling who betrayed Kurtulmak, the kobold god. Winged kobolds also tend to look down on their ground-bound cousins, considering them inferior and weak. Despite this animosity, winged and wingless kobolds sometimes cooperate for mutual benefit or survival.
ECOLOGY
Winged kobolds are omnivorous scavengers, eating whatever they can find or steal. They have a fast metabolism and need to eat frequently. They are also prolific breeders, laying eggs that hatch in a few weeks. Some of these eggs produce winged kobolds at random, even if both parents are wingless. Winged kobolds have a short lifespan, rarely living longer than 20 years.
Winged kobolds have few natural predators, thanks to their flight ability and their association with dragons. However, they are often hunted by adventurers, who see them as pests or threats. Winged kobolds also have a negative impact on the environment, as they deforest areas for their nests and deplete resources for other creatures.