And when theMonster Manualsays more, itmeansmore.

That means, for example, an Owlbear is no longer simplyjustan Owlbear.

And some of those Owlbears are much, much nastier than others.

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Thats not going to be a problem with the 2025Monster Manual.

The more things change, the moresomestay the same, however.

Its blowing up buildings at long range, shutting down teleportation around it, and a whole lot more.

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