Add Monsters
Add monsters from the D&D 5e catalog to your maps via Token Setup.
Steps
- Open a module from the Modules tab
- Click a map card to open Token Setup
- In the Token Palette, click Monster
- Search by name (e.g., “Goblin”, “Dragon”, “Zombie”)
- Select a monster from the results
- Configure token options (size, color, visibility)
- Click on the map to place the monster token
Monster Search
The search includes:
- Monster name
- Challenge rating
- Type (beast, humanoid, undead, etc.)
- Source book
Results show CR and source for quick reference.
Token Options
Before placing, configure:
- Size - Tiny, Small, Medium, Large, Huge, Gargantuan
- Color - Border color to distinguish groups
- Visible to Players - Hide for surprise encounters
Placing Multiple Monsters
To add multiple of the same monster:
- Search and select the monster
- Click on the map to place each one
- Each placement creates a new token
Or place one token and adjust quantities in the Token Inventory.
Managing Monster Tokens
Placed monsters appear in the Token Inventory (right panel):
- Click to select on map
- Drag to reposition
- Click × to delete
- Right-click for more options
Viewing Monster Stats
In Play Mode, click any monster in the sidebar to see:
- Full stat block
- Ability scores and modifiers
- Actions and special abilities
- Legendary actions (if applicable)
Tips
- Add monsters during prep, not at the table
- Use different colors to distinguish enemy groups
- Hide tokens for surprise encounters
- Search by CR to find level-appropriate challenges