Fey Insect Dispersing Hallucinogenic Dust

Habitat: Forest, Grassland, Hill, Swamp; Treasure: None

A warblebutter is a mesmerizing fusion of butterfly, dragonfly, and serpent, its vibrant body adorned in blues, whites, oranges, and yellows. Its reptilian face features large, bug-like eyes and fuzzy antennae, while a long, prehensile tail tapers to a fine tip. With rapidly fluttering wings, it can hover effortlessly in place.

Warblebutters are harmless, feeding on small insects and displaying an innate curiosity. They avoid conflict, preferring to bewilder threats before making an escape. Those who provoke a warblebutter describe the experience as a chaotic, dreamlike haze. The creature’s wings release a shimmering dust that can both illuminate the area and entrance those who inhale it.

Some pioneering clerics have studied warblebutter dust as a potential treatment for mind-altering conditions, hoping its uplifting effects could relieve mental distress. However, their efforts are hindered by the dust’s fleeting potency once harvested, making widespread use difficult. It would be difficult for each patient to care and harvest their own warblebutter.

Halflings, drawn to the warblebutter’s effects, sometimes seek them out for a shroom-like journey. Each warblebutter induces a unique experience. Roll once on or choose a result from the Warblebutter Experience table to inspire how a creature perceives its effects.

Warblebutter Experience

1d6	A Creature Affected By Warblebutter Dust Experiences The ..
1	Amusement from a good joke.
2	Coziness of being wrapped in something soft.
3	Embrace of a deep hug.
4	Feeling of a morning stretch after resting.
5	Smell and taste of its favorite food.
6	Warmth of a sunny day and a light breeze.

Warblebutter

Tiny Fey, Unaligned

Armor Class 14

Hit Points 25 (10d4)

Speed 5 ft., Fly 30 ft. (hover)

Initiative +4 (14)

		MOD	SAVE
STR	3	-4	-4
INT	3	-4	-4

		MOD	SAVE
DEX	18	+4	+4
WIS	12	+1	+1

		MOD	SAVE
CON	10	+0	+0
CHA	10	+0	+0

Immunities Charmed

Senses Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 11

Languages None

CR 1 (XP 200; PB +2)

Trait

Magic Resistance. The warblebutter has Advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects.

Actions

Multiattack. The warblebutter makes one Tail attack and uses Butterfly Effect.

Tail. Melee Weapon Attack: +6, reach 5 ft. Hit: 9 (2d4 + 4) Slashing damage.

Butterfly Effect. The warblebutter moves up to half its Speed without provoking Opportunity Attacks. Strength Saving Throw: DC 12, one creature the warblebutter can see within 120 feet. Failure: 2 (1d4) Bludgeoning damage and the target is pushed up to 10 feet away.

Bonus Actions

Faerie Fire (Recharge 5–6). The warblebutter casts the Faerie Fire spell, requiring no spell components and using Wisdom as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 11).

Reactions

Mesmerizing Dust. Trigger: A creature within 5 feet of the warblebutter deals damage to it. Response—Wisdom Saving Throw: DC 12, the triggering creature. Failure: The target has the Charmed condition until the start of its next turn.