You're Running Dragons Like Big Lizards: Make Them LEGENDARY

Stop running D&D dragons like they’re just big lizards with bad breath! ** Get 10% off dice and accessories at https://MistyMountainGaming.com with code shortreststudios ** The Monsters Know What They're Doing ============ Get the book: https://amzn.to/3PThDnZ Blog: https://www.themonstersknow.com More ways to support Short Rest Studios! ============ Short Rest Studios Merch: https://short-rest-studios.printify.me ============ Short Rest Studios PDFs: https://www.patreon.com/ShortRestStudios/shop ============ Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/C89CBNZpbe ============ My website: https://shortreststudios.com ============ My DriveThruRPG Affiliate Link https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/?affiliate_id=3260793 ============ Shop D&D, DCC, my video equipment and more in on my Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/shortreststudios ============ Get 10% off game tables and furniture at https://legacygametables.com/shortreststudios ============ Get 10% off dice and accessories at https://MistyMountainGaming.com with code shortreststudios ============ Get 10% off at Into the AM: https://intotheam.com/shortreststudios ============ Get 5% off at Zyltech: https://www.zyltech.com/?aff=138 ============ Get 20% off with Homie and the Dude: https://hatdbuilder.com/?coupon=shortrest ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Most DMs make dragons too complicated or play them too safe, but these 10 tactical rules for chromatic dragons will simplify your prep while absolutely terrifying your players. Learn how to master the action economy and use legendary actions like a pro to make every encounter feel like a creature of myth and legend. We’re digging into the combat tactics for Red, Blue, Green, Black, and White dragons in Dungeons & Dragons 5e and 5.5. From why you should never stay on the ground to the hidden power of the Wing Attack legendary action, these tips are designed to help you run smarter, faster, and more lethal dragon fights. We also look at when to use Legendary Resistance and how to play into each dragon’s unique personality to create recurring villains your party will never forget. As always, this guide is heavily inspired by Keith Ammann’s "The Monsters Know What They’re Doing," bringing professional-level strategy to your home game. 00:00 Intro 00:40 Rule 1 - Never fight on the ground 01:17 Rule 2 - Don’t hoard that breath weapon 01:56 Rule 3 - Use the environment 02:36 Rule 4 - Escape is always an option 03:20 Rule 5 - Don’t let them gang up on you 04:22 Rule 6 - Adult dragons DOMINATE the action economy 06:01 Rule 7 - Change the game with Wing Attack 07:08 Rule 8 - They can’t hide from you 07:43 Rule 9 - Don’t wait to use legendary resistance 08:25 Rule 10