Korean Folklore Bestiary: Monster Manual for 5e

Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition Supplement by Sevenson Tavern

Korean Folklore Bestiary – A Mythical Bestiary for 5e

Step into the mists of Korean legend, where spirits whisper through the pines and monsters wear the faces of gods, beasts, and the dead.

The Korean Folklore Bestiary is a richly illustrated 5e supplement featuring 22 unique creatures drawn from the deep well of Korean myth, ghost stories, and shamanic tradition. This bestiary blends folkloric authenticity with game-ready design, offering both narrative depth and mechanical variety for any fantasy campaign.

Whether you’re looking for a sorrowful grim reaper, a shapeshifting fox spirit, or a judgmental monster who devours false monks, this collection has something to haunt every kind of story.

What’s Inside:

• 22 Mythic Creatures – Each with full statblocks, immersive lore, and unique abilities rooted in real-world Korean folklore.
• Challenge Ratings from 1/8 to 15 – Balanced for a variety of campaign levels and encounter types.
• Original Descriptions – Designed for evocative storytelling and seamless integration into both Eastern and Western-inspired settings.
• High-Quality Artwork – Illustrated in a distinct “storybook fantasy realism” style, evoking traditional Korean art with a modern edge.
• Cultural Respect – Korean names are preserved and explained, with thoughtful interpretation of each myth to bring its meaning into your game.

Whether you’re running a supernatural one-shot, a ghost-hunting campaign, or weaving East Asian folklore into your worldbuilding, the Korean Folklore Bestiary is a beautiful and haunting resource for 5e creators.

Bring the spirits to your table—and beware which ones follow you home.

Korean Folklore Bestiary: Monster Manual for 5e is available through DriveThruRPG in PDF.

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