Dungeons & Dragons 2024 Monster Manual (D&D Core Rulebook)

After reading this twice I can say that this is a great tome. Great for DMs and the artwork is very inspiring. Things I liked Fantastic artwork Updated stats to make monster challenging for D&D5.5e Very well organised New average Initiative makes combat encounters faster Great quality of print. Things I did not like The treasure attached to mosters feels like an after thought and does not add much to the game Less lore than the previous 2014 DMG Overall great value for money, lots of monsters and inspiring art (the dragons look amazing). An essential book for DMs

Best monster manual yet. Has a great layout and has made running games more streamlined. I think this the last wizards book I have seen value in its price point.

The Dungeons & Dragons 2024 Monster Manual is everything a Dungeon Master could hope for—comprehensive, well-organized, and absolutely gorgeous. With over 500 creatures, including 75 brand-new monsters, this book is an invaluable tool for crafting thrilling encounters and breathing life (or unholy terror) into any campaign. One of its greatest strengths is its organization. The revised stat blocks and categorization make it incredibly easy to find exactly what you need, whether you’re looking for a terrifying high-level foe like the arch-hag or a unique humanoid NPC to enrich your storytelling. The layout feels intuitive, cutting down on prep time and letting you focus on the adventure itself. But let’s talk about the artwork—because wow. This Monster Manual doesn’t just give you stats; it immerses you in the world with over 300 new illustrations, from awe-inspiring dragon redesigns to eerie, unforgettable creatures that leap off the page. Each piece enhances the lore and personality of these monsters, making encounters feel even more vivid and engaging. Whether you're a veteran DM or just starting your journey, the 2024 Monster Manual is a masterpiece of design and utility. With its easy-to-use format, fresh new creatures, and breathtaking art, this is a book you’ll reach for time and time again—because what’s D&D without a few unforgettable monsters?

This the book as advertised. Some great artwork and easy explanations of monsters, stats, and descriptions to aid in describing during game. A must for Druids focusing on wild shape. Hard cover will help it last for years and is a good value for those that play often.

Great 1st edition feel

Overall, I think it's a pretty decent looking book. Seems to have more monsters added while some are no longer in the book at all. I'm not sure whether or not I can justify the price as to it's not much different than the 2014 version other than the added monsters. I do like that they added lore to each monster and every monster is listed in alphabetical order so it to me is easier to find. I don't like that Orcs are no longer a thing according to wotc and hasbro but now are generic Toughs? So, as far as that goes we just use the old stats and still have orcs in our games. In conclusion I would say if you have the 2014 monster manual and don't want to spend 50.00 on this book then don't. The artwork is nice and I like the lore for each monster, but it is something you can hold off on until you really need a new monster manual!

Good artwork and lots of monsters.

What a fun book! It arrived in a timely manner and is in great condition.