http://www.wizards.com/default.asp?x=dnd/4pr/20081002aNovember: DDM Demonweb
Yes, we've saved the minis for last -- you didn't just scroll straight down here, did you? Last month, we showed off one of the classic creatures in the Stirge. In the recent previews, Peter Lee also showed off one more classic . . . or, at least, a reasonable facsimile of one with the Deathcap, which can stand in for either a shrieker or violet fungus.
So, a mushroom walks into a bar, and the bartender says, "We don't allow mushrooms in here!" And the mushroom says, "Why not? I'm a fun guy!"
But seriously folks, let's take a look at two new figures. One is a roguish villain. The other a cobwebbed nightmare . . .
Human Bandit
When it comes to the local thieves' guild, you couldn't ask for a better mini than this Bandit. Sculpted with all the pouches he needs to hold his tools, several of which hang from his belt as well, he clearly knows what he's doing -- that sack slung across one shoulder isn't filled with toys to deliver to children, after all.
On the Skirmish side, the Human Bandit might be best employed for its Sneak Attack and Footpad's Attack, delivering opportunistic strikes for as much damage as it can -- and with 25 hit points for only a 5-point cost, he's a fairly inexpensive backstabber to deploy. But it's on the RPG side I think this mini will see the most time on the battlemat. As mentioned, he's a perfect representation of any guild thief, whether for use as a player character or as a thieving opponent. It is a Common, so you can collect an entire gang fairly easily, which can then harass a party with a series of dazing strikes.
Kuyutha, Exarch of Bahamut
Last time, we showed off the Paladin of Bahamut: heavily armored dragonborn and bane of evil dragons. Well folks, this month we’re showing off what may be good dragons’ best ally. On the Skirmish side, Kuyutha is a powerhouse—whether he’s using his straight-up melee attack or firing off his breath weapon (dealing both fire and cold damage). But when paired with a dragon, Kuyutha’s abilities really shine. His Will of Bahamut burst attack recharges when an adjacent dragon ally is targeted, allowing him to protect this ally by stunning those assaulting it. Even more powerful are its Champion powers. Win initiative? A dragon ally makes an attack. A dragon ally is defeated? That ally makes an attack.
On the RPG side, this dragonborn looks to be no mere heroic tier figure! Kuyutha stands proud, representing a noble dragonborn of the paragon or epic tier—perhaps your Astral Weapon, Champion of Order, or even Reborn Champion. And that’s on the PC-side of things. As an NPC, Kuyutha is a dominating figure that may serve well as royal patron the to the party… or impressive dragonborn solo monster to overcome.
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