![]() ![]() Then, as mentioned by other answers, the DM may wish to use the environment listings DMG 302-305 (305 for Underdark), Volo's 222-224 (224 for Underdark), MToF 255-256 (256 for Underdark), and their implementation in D&D Beyond's monster search where you can filter for e.g. Only if the DM decides the fey spirits the spell summons take environment appropriate forms does that matter. They are free to let players have input on what is summoned (this may be the most common approach, because as a DM I usually don't want to give myself the burden of choosing), choose something that works well in a given scenario, or something that specifically doesn't work particularly well. The design intent for options like these is that the spellcaster chooses one of them, and then the DM decides what creatures appear that fit the chosen option. I know its super late but I was super busy. There is nothing in the text of conjure animals which suggests the beast forms are in any way related to the environment the spell is cast in.Īs per Sage Advice (page 14), the specific beast form of the conjured animals is chosen by the DM: I wrote the script for this video right after Swift Quiver video actually. Heck, while it may 'make some sense' to focus on a specific terrain and related creatures, but really any creature can be summoned. I play at pretty optimized tables and I've only seen one player use a conjure X spells - and that DM just let them pick. Looking at the beasts and the particular environment they are currently in (more specific than just general Underdark) can help guide, but there really is just beasts that can be found there and then whatever system your table wants to use. A lot will come down to personal preferences for those involved and tweaking of the system after it's tried to keep everyone happy. Coming up with a system that works for your table where both players feel they still have agency and DMs feel like they aren't making it 'too easy' is a tough balance. There are many views on how to select beasts, but ultimately I've found it best for DMs to work with their players on this. ![]() ![]() Just remember that Swarms are not an option for conjure X spells. Rather than randomly picking out some to list here, please see the link for the full list of available RAW beasts that have the underdark as their environment. Note that some are not options for conjuring. The caster must be at least a 5th level Druid or a 9th level Ranger. There are currently 32 beasts that have this association (as of ), and the list may expand as new sources are added. Conjure Animals obviously is a 3rd level divine Conjuration spell that allows you to conjure creatures with the ‘Beast’ creature type. offers a filter list of Beasts that have an association with the underdark. ![]()
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