Swarm of Larvae

D&D 2024 monster: Swarm of Larvae. Source: Monster Manual (2025). challenge rating 1, creature type Fiend, Large size, speed 30 ft. Lone larvae pose little threat, but in large numbers, larvae can overwhelm vulnerable creatures. Out of desperation, larvae band together in grotesque swarms, their squirming stampedes heralded by a din of wordless whimpers and stomach-turning worm sounds. Larvae Fitting Fates for Depraved Souls Habitat: Planar (Lower Planes) Treasure: None Souls condemned to the Lower Planes often become larvae-repulsive, maggot-like creatures with twisted features evocative of those they possessed in life. These pathetic creatures are nearly helpless and struggle to escape the attention of the more powerful inhabitants of the Lower Planes. Many Fiends view larvae as delicacies to be consumed, while evil magic-users find larvae useful for depraved rituals. Night hags frequently collect and herd larvae, trading them to nefarious parties across the multiverse. Larvae that survive on the Lower Planes long enough can eventually transform into other sorts of lesser Fiends. Fiend Large 30 ft.