Artwork by Michael Zawacki
How to befriend an Equinox Dragon
These small dragons have adapted so well with nature that their powers, personality, and even anatomy changes seasonally. Because of this, they prefer to live in temperate climates where the weather will always suit them-- even as seasons change. As their mood changes with the season, so too do their obsessions.
During the fall, they often spend their days seeking out a variety of food, engorging themselves on rare treats. All new food is good food-- at least the first time. An adventurer who offers them a hot meal will have a steadfast friend, at a tax to their daily rations.
Winter brings a sense of mysticism to them, and they are drawn to the mysterious. They're known to pester spellcasters during this time, endlessly seeking the entertainment of a prestidigitation or illusion. Even mundane magic tricks will fascinate them.
During the spring, they love to swim in the quickly warming waters, which is thought to help turn their wings green again. If one is not near a river or stream, a quick bath in a large bowl is enough to sate their thirst.
With their wings lusciously green again, they love to bathe in the summer sun, longing for it well into the hours of the night. One may offer them comfort with torches & magical sources of lights.
Equinox Dragon
Tiny dragon, neutral good
- Armor Class 13 | Hit Points 7 (2d4 + 2)
- Speed 15 ft., fly 60 ft.
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA 6 (-2) 15 (+2) 13 (+1) 10 (+0) 12 (+1) 10 (+0)
- Skills Perception +3, Stealth +4
- Senses blindsight 10 ft., darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 13
- Languages understands Common & Draconic, can't speak
- Challenge 1/4 (50 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2
Keen Senses. The Equinox Dragon has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight, hearing, or smell.
Limited Telepathy. The Equinox Dragon can magically communicate simple ideas, emotions, and images telepathically with any creature within 100 feet of it.
Magic Resistance. The Equinox Dragon has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects.
Nature's Gift (1/day). While outside, the Equinox dragon can spend 10 minutes communing with nature, which may be done during a rest. After which, the equinox dragon may cast one of the following spells, depending on the season. It may cast this spell immediately, or at any point until the end of its next long rest.
- Winter's Lights - Faerie Fire, which appears as an aurora.
- Spring's Rains - Create or Destroy Water, which comes as rain or a sudden drought.
- Summer's Sun - Daylight, which appears as a size tiny sun. It lasts until the end of the Equinox Dragon's next turn.
- Fall's Bounty - Goodberry, which appears as a mix of berries, nuts, and other fall morsels.
Actions
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 4 (1d4 + 2) piercing damage.
