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A black dragon

Black dragons are entities of disease and rot, corrupting the world from their swampy homes.

Description[]

Physically, black dragons are most distinguished by their horns, which protrude from the sides of their heads and wrap around, projecting forward. A large frill adorns the upper part of the neck. They smell like rotting vegetation and foul water, or like the powerful acid they can breathe.


Combat[]

Special Abilities[]

  • Breath Weapon: Black dragons breathe a line of corrosive acid.

Publication History[]

Black dragons first appeared in the OD&D White Box.

Type Dragon
Subtype Chromatic
Alignment Chaotic Evil
Element Water
Habitat Swamps
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