Big Bads: The Big Book of Big Bads

Because big heroes need Big Bads.

Meet the BOSSTIARY — where every villain is the star of the story.
Big Bads: The Big Book of Big Bads is a colossal collection of boss monsters designed to elevate your 5e campaigns from memorable… to unforgettable. This isn’t just a list of stat blocks. It’s a full suite of villains complete with motivations, minions, magic, and narrative weight — ready to become the spine of your next campaign arc or the centerpiece of a knockout one-shot.

Inside this beautifully illustrated book, you’ll find:

• 31 Big Bads ranging from CR 5 to 30

• 30 minions to support (or be sacrificed by) their bosses

• 33 thematic magic items tied to villains, factions, and story hooks

• Campaign frames that weave multiple Big Bads into epic, escalating adventures

• A fully realized Big Bad Bureau — an organization for heroes who balance good and evil, complete with feats, ranks, NPCs, and mission structures

Each villain includes:

• A dynamic backstory rooted in rich fantasy lore

• A roleplay guide to bring them vividly to life

• Tactics and battlefield personality for unforgettable encounters

• Fully developed lairs, motivations, and power themes

Whether you prefer dark schemers, cosmic horrors, whimsical terrors, or classic fantasy foes, this book gives GMs everything they need to drop a show-stopping villain into their world.

Perfect for DMs looking to craft a high-stakes campaign — or players who simply love a beautifully made monster tome.

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