Season 2 · Episode 6
DnD Monster Talk: Beholders
Big ol Eye Bois
Roll for Lore · Sean McDonnell
June 2, 202543m 59s
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Show Notes
In this episode of Roll for Lore, we take a long, unblinking look at one of Dungeons & Dragons’ most iconic and terrifying monsters: the Beholder. Floating nightmares of paranoia and power, Beholders are known for their massive central eye, deadly eye rays, and obsession with control. We explore their origins in early D&D lore, their role in the Underdark, and how their twisted minds shape the very lairs they float above. From Xanathar the crime lord to bizarre offshoots like death tyrants and spectators, this episode is a deep dive into what makes these alien aberrations so endlessly fascinating—and so incredibly dangerous. Keep your eyes open for this one. Literally.
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