Mage

Medium or Small Humanoid (Wizard), Neutral
Initiative +2 (12)
AC 15
HP 81 (18d8)
Speed 30 ft.
MOD
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Str
9
−1
−1
Dex
14
+2
+2
Con
11
+0
+0

Int
17
+3
+6
Wis
12
+1
+4
Cha
11
+0
+0

Skills Arcana +6, History +6, Perception +4
Gear Wand
Senses Passive Perception 14
Languages Common plus three other languages
CR 6 (XP 2,300; PB +3)
Actions

Multiattack. The mage makes three Arcane Burst attacks.

Arcane Burst. Melee or Ranged Attack Roll: +6, reach 5 ft. or range 120 ft. Hit: 16 (3d8 + 3) Force damage.

Spellcasting. The mage casts one of the following spells, using Intelligence as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 14):

At Will: Detect Magic, Light, Mage Armor (included in AC), Mage Hand, Prestidigitation
2/Day Each: Fireball (level 4 version), Invisibility
1/Day Each: Cone of Cold, Fly
Bonus actions

Misty Step (3/Day). The mage casts Misty Step, using the same spellcasting ability as Spellcasting.

Reactions

Protective Magic (3/Day). The mage casts Counterspell or Shield in response to the spell's trigger, using the same spellcasting ability as Spellcasting.

Mages are magical wonder-workers, ranging from spellcasting overlords to reclusive witches. They study mystical secrets and possess insight into monsters, legends, omens, and other lore. Mages often gather allies or hire assistants to aid them in their research or to attain magical might.
Monster Manual 2024
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