
Chain Devil
D&D 2024 monster: Chain Devil. Source: Monster Manual (2025). challenge rating 8, creature type Fiend (Devil), Medium size, speed 30 ft. Chain Devil Devil of Pain and Control Habitat: Planar (Nine Hells) Treasure: Random Magic Items - Implements Also known as kytons, chain devils consider themselves morbid artisans who use deception, menace, and vicious metal to coerce prisoners into betraying themselves. Many serve powerful devils, wrenching secrets from imprisoned souls using deadly, animate chains. Left to their own devices, chain devils encourage ruthless individuals to pursue forbidden magic, leading their pupils down paths to the Nine Hells. Along with psychological threats and physical harm, a chain devil uses its unnerving gaze to make its victims perceive their worst fear rather than the monster. Roll on or choose a result from the Chain Devil Masks table to inspire a chain devil's fearful appearance. 1 The corpse of a loved one. 2 A disapproving deity. 3 A harsh instructor or superior. 4 The viewer at their lowest point in life. Chain Devil Masks Fiend (Devil) Medium 30 ft.