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Browsing the Compendium

Last updated Mar 19, 2026

The Monster Compendium showing search and filter controls for type, size, CR, and source, with Table and Cards view toggle, and a sortable table of monsters with name, size, type, CR, HP, AC, and source columns The Monster Compendium — search and filter 2,900+ monsters from across all 5e sources.

What's in the Compendium?

The Compendium contains the complete D&D 5e reference data:

  • Monsters — 2,800+ creatures with full stat blocks
  • Spells — 300+ spells with complete descriptions
  • Magic Items — 240+ items with rarity and properties
  • Equipment — 100+ weapons, armor, and gear
  • Trinkets — 100 curiosities for character flavor

Searching & Filtering

Every compendium section has powerful search and filters:

  • Search — type a name to find specific entries
  • Sort — click column headers to sort by name, level, CR, rarity, etc.
  • Filters — use the filter dropdowns to narrow by type, size, school, rarity, and more

Monster Filters

  • Type (Beast, Dragon, Undead, etc.)
  • Size (Tiny, Small, Medium, Large, Huge, Gargantuan)
  • Challenge Rating (0 to 30+)

The Spell Compendium showing search, class filter, school filter, source filter, and a sortable table of spells with name, level, school, casting time, range, duration, and source columns The Spell Compendium — filter by class, school, level, and source.

Spell Filters

  • Level (Cantrip through 9th)
  • School (Abjuration, Evocation, etc.)
  • Ritual (yes/no)
  • Class (filter by which classes can cast it)

Magic Item Filters

  • Rarity (Common, Uncommon, Rare, Very Rare, Legendary, Artifact)
  • Type (Armor, Weapon, Wondrous Item, etc.)
  • Attunement (required or not)

Bookmarks

Save frequently-used items for quick access. Click the bookmark icon on any compendium entry to save it. View all your bookmarks from the Compendium page. Available to paid subscribers.

Comparison Tool

Compare multiple items side by side. Select up to 4 entries and click Compare to see them in a comparison table. Available to paid subscribers.

Homebrew Content

Create custom monsters, spells, and magic items that integrate seamlessly with the compendium. Your homebrew content appears alongside official entries in searches and filters.

See your homebrew content in your campaign or share it with the community via the Community Homebrew page.

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