D&D Beyond Releases New Misplaced Monsters Book for Charity
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Article Summary
- D&D Beyond has officially released Misplaced Monsters: Volume Two, which features eight new creatures based on drawings originally created by kids.
- Each monster includes a stat block for D&D 5.5E along with new full-color artwork from the D&D design team.
- The supplement is published in partnership with Extra Life, with 100% of proceeds going to the Seattle Children’s Hospital.
- The digital supplement retails for $7.95 USD on D&D Beyond or you can pick up the Volume One & Two bundle for $11.95 USD.
Back in May 2023, Wizards of the Coast released Misplaced Monsters: Volume One, a D&D Beyond exclusive featuring six new creatures based on hilariously adorable drawings from young children. In addition to the unique material, the supplement was also a first in that all proceeds went directly to charity.
Now, we finally have a sequel in the form of Misplaced Monsters: Volume Two. Produced in partnership with Extra Life, the supplement features eight new monsters, each of which includes a D&D 5.5E-compatible stat block and original art. Best of all, 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Seattle Children’s Hospital to support mental and behavioral healthcare programs. You can pick up the supplement now on D&D Beyond.
Below, we take a closer look at what to expect in this unique mashup of crayons and crits.
What’s included in Misplaced Monsters: Volume Two?
The book includes 8 brand-new monsters and 1 magic item, complete with digital tokens that can be used in the D&D Beyond Maps VTT. Each monster gets their own D&D 5.5E stat block and original artwork which was commissioned specifically for the project.
All of the monsters are also based on original drawings provided to Wizards of the Coast by kids through a submission program.
The lineup of creatures in Misplaced Monsters: Volume Two includes:
- Chroapicosoa: A type of fruit shaped like a D20.
- Dire Elephant Seal: A monstrous ice-dwelling beast.
- Elea the Monster: A multi-eyed creature with a starfish-like face.
- Minnie: A seemingly normal cat with incredible powers.
- Monster Ball: A slimy blob with four hair-like appendages.
- Octo-Plus: A semi-transparent blue underwater predator.
- Pengu-Z: An adorable green, bird-like creature.
- Retanglosaurus: A giant fire-breathing monster that’s part cat and part dragon.
How much is Misplaced Monsters: Volume Two?
The supplement currently retails for $7.95 USD on D&D Beyond. Notably, if you missed out on Volume 1 back in 2023, you can also grab the Misplaced Monsters: Volume One & Two Bundle for $11.95 USD, which packages both volumes together (totaling 14 monsters and 1 magic item).
Best of all, 100% of the sales price (minus any third-party transaction fees) goes straight to the Seattle Children’s Hospital.
What is the Seattle Children’s Hospital?
Seattle Children’s is a premier pediatric healthcare system based in Seattle, Washington, which provides care for children and their families, as well as being a major center for pediatric research.
Notably, the hospital operates several mental and behavioral health programs, which are directly supported by sales of the Misplaced Monsters D&D Beyond books via Extra Life and the Our Change Foundation, which is a public charity and donor-advised fund.
What is Extra Life?
Extra Life is a charity fundraising organization that serves the Children’s Miracle Network. While they run a number of different initiatives throughout the year, supporters typically play video games and tabletop games in person or via online streams to raise money for local pediatric hospitals.
Notably, Extra Life was founded in 2008 to honor Victoria Enmon, a 15-year-old girl who passed away from leukemia.
Final Thoughts
While the creatures featured in Misplaced Monsters: Volume Two might not be your typical D&D foes, it’s fantastic to see Wizards of the Coast continue to produce new content for the line and support a worthwhile cause.
If you want to pick up the supplement for yourself, you can grab it now on D&D Beyond.
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